If I am right we have never won a league game at Whitby. We have taken the odd point.

This is the 1st fixture I look for. I'll be there on the Friday. Can't wait.

Any news on why Janie Walker wasn't in the squad last Saturday?

Alex wrote:

If I am right we have never won a league game at Whitby. We have taken the odd point.

This is the 1st fixture I look for. I'll be there on the Friday. Can't wait.

Any news on why Janie Walker wasn't in the squad last Saturday?

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Jamie Walker missed the Worksop match because of an injury. 


Last season Whitby beat us 3-0 at the Turnbull on New Years Day
Before that there was a six year gap when we didn’t meet
The time before that when we played at Whitby was 2016-17 when we lost 2-1 
In season 2015-16  we lost  4-2 at Whitby  

The last time we won at Whitby was 10 years ago on 15 Nov 2014 in the 2014-15 season. On that day we won 3-1 with goals by Joe Maguire and Ash Hunter (2) and went on to reach the playoffs. Ilkeston had the best away record in the league that season (Played 23, Won12 , Drawn 6 , Lost  5)


 

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NPL Review of games this weekend


As we head further into the Christmas period, all 22 teams are in action this weekend, in what is sure to be an exciting round of fixtures in the Northern Premier League’s top division.

A battle between two sides currently in the top five headlines this weekend, as Guiseley make the trip to the Project Solar Stadium to face Hyde United. Guiseley went 10 games unbeaten with a draw against Leek Town in midweek and will be aiming to put a 10-point barrier between themselves and Nicky Spooner’s side with a win. Hyde also come into this one off the back of a 1-1 draw with Leek - a point which extended their unbeaten streak to six.

League leaders Macclesfield are at home this weekend, as they welcome play-off chasing Stockton Town to the Leasing.com Stadium. Stockton are aiming to halt a run of three defeats in their last four in the league, whereas Macclesfield will look to make it back-to-back league wins after leaving it late to triumph at Workington a fortnight ago.

Leek Town will be looking to build on successive draws when they face third-placed Worksop Town. Worksop came out on top in a dominant 4-0 win when the two met at Harrison Park in September. A similar result this time around would stretch Leek’s winless run to nine league games, with the Blues entering the weekend second-bottom of the division.

Ilkeston Town, who currently occupy a place in the play-offs, travel to the Yorkshire Coast to face Whitby Town. The Robins are currently on a three-game winning run, which includes an impressive home win over Worksop last weekend. Ian Deakin’s side will be hoping for more of the same from his players, who beat the Seasiders 5-1 earlier in the season.

Back towards the foot of the table, Blyth Spartans will go in search of their first win since mid-September when they welcome Prescot Cables to Croft Park. Prescot themselves are without a win in five, and they will be hoping to get back on track against a struggling Blyth side.

Meanwhile, Warrington Rylands will look to climb out of the bottom four when they host Workington. The same is also true of FC United of Manchester, after they dropped into the bottom four after Gainsborough Trinity’s victory in midweek. Mark Beesley’s side are on their travels this time around, with FC United heading to Greenwich Avenue to take on Basford United.

Elsewhere, Gainsborough will be searching for a fourth league win in a row when they take on Lancaster City. The Holy Blues still have a plethora of games in hand due to their impressive cup runs, and can climb as high as 13th with another win this weekend.

In the weekend’s other action, Matlock Town are at home, as Ryan Cresswell’s side take on Mickleover. Mickleover came out on top when the two sides met in September, but both sides have been on different trajectories in the short time since. Matlock, the league’s fifth-best side over the past 10 games, will be hoping to inflict an eighth defeat in nine league games on Mickleover.

And finally, Hebburn Town travel to Bamber Bridge this weekend. A run of one win in five has seen Hebburn drop down to eighth in the league.They’ll be hoping to get back on track and secure a league double over Brig, after winning 5-1 at Hebburn Sports Ground in the reverse fixture earlier this season.

Fixtures - Saturday 14 December

• Bamber Bridge vs Hebburn Town 
• Basford United vs FC United of Manchester
• Blyth Spartans vs Prescot Cables
• Hyde United vs Guiseley
• Lancaster City vs Gainsborough Trinity
• Macclesfield vs Stockton Town
• Matlock Town vs Mickleover 
• Morpeth Town vs Ashton United
• Warrington Rylands vs Workington
• Whitby Town vs Ilkeston Town
• Worksop Town vs Leek Town

 

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Fan Guide - Ilkeston Town

Everything you need to know ahead of the visit of the Robins to the Towbar Express Stadium on Saturday, 14th December 2024.

Admission Prices
Adults - £12
Concessions (65+) - £8
Under 18s - £4Tickets
Tickets will be available from turnstiles 1 & 2, accessible from the main car park.Heading online is the easiest way to purchase because you can opt to print at home or simply download the QR code to your mobile device to show upon entry at the turnstiles. This will make your entry into the stadium more time-efficient.

Getting to the ground
Directions from all areas to the ground can be found here. Should you be driving and need to find us with your Sat-Nav, our post code is YO21 3HZ.

Parking
Due to the size of the car park, parking is restricted to players, staff, permit holders, match officials and away team officials who have pre-booked spaces only. No other parking spaces will be available at all in the club car park.
There is limited street parking available around the Towbar Express Stadium, though the club recommends using the public Pay & Display car park at Whitby Leisure Centre, just five minutes from the ground. Please refer to the map for directions to the car park.
West Cliff Long Stay Car Park Pricing:

• 1 hour - £2.20 (£1.80 for permit holders)
• 2 hours - £3.30 (£2.70 for permit holders)
• 6 hours - £7.00
• 24 hours - £9.00 

 The club car park can only be used for the visiting club's team coach, so should you be bringing a separate supporters' coach or minibus, this can park here for the duration of the match for £10. There is also the option for cars to use parking on the West Cliff itself, though during busy periods, these spaces could be limited.This parking is free between November and March.

What am I allowed/not allowed to bring into the ground?
To ensure the safety of all supporters inside the ground on a match day, we have a number of items that are not permitted inside the ground, as is outlined in the document here.

Pre-Match
Both Whitby Town and Ilkeston Town supporters will be welcome in to Turnbull's Bar. Here, supporters can soak up the pre-match atmosphere while enjoying a range of alcoholic and non-alcoholic drinks. You can even take your drinks outside so fear not if you're buying just before kick off or just ahead of the second half! Please note, however, that alcohol can only be consumed in standing areas of the ground.

50/50 Draw and Golden Goal
Fancy your chances to win on match day? Well, we have a couple of options for you! Our 50/50 sellers will be the first people you meet after coming through the turnstiles at the ground, from 1:30pm. Tickets cost £1, and the winning number will be announced over the PA at half-time and displayed on a chalkboard near the ground's home entrance. We'll also have Golden Goal tickets on sale, just head to Turnbull's Bar and see the staff. Once again, these cost £1, and you could win £40 if you get the correct minute of the first goal (or you pick up a 0-0!). 

Food and Drink
We have two canteens inside the Towbar Express Stadium - one to the left of the main entrance, and one on the corner of the Upgang Lane and Scratching Shed side of the ground. In both outlets, you'll find a wide range of delicious food, such as pies and sausage rolls, as well as other snacks such as crisps and chocolate. If you need something hot to drink to keep you warm during the game too, both canteens serve tea, coffee, hot chocolate and the old favourite of many a football fan - Bovril.

Club Shop
Fans can find an array of Seasiders merchandise from our outlet based underneath the main stand. The donation point for Foodbank4Whitby can also be found in the club shop.

Seating and Standing
Supporters are free to stand wherever they like at the Towbar Express Stadium.If you prefer to sit to watch the match, you can take a seat in our impressive main stand. You'll have unspoiled views of the pitch, wherever you sit! There is no extra charge to sit in the main stand.

Hospitality
Suppose you fancy adding a little extra to your match day experience. In that case, we also offer hospitality packages in the Seasiders' Lounge, sponsored by Arundel House, located at the top end of the ground, past the main stand. The package is priced at £35 per person, you'll get entry into the game and lounge, two free drinks from our well-stocked bar, a match day programme, a teamsheet and home-cooked hot food at half-time. This can be booked by clicking here.

Post-Match
Home & away supporters are welcome to join us in Turnbull's Bar after the final whistle where you’re sure to be greeted by a welcoming and warm atmosphere.

Programmes
Did you know, Whitby Town was rated the best matchday programme in the Pitching In Northern Premier League Premier Division for the 2023/24 season? We’ve got a full printed match programme available on Saturday afternoon so make sure you pick up your copy at the turnstile or from the club shop when you arrive. Inside, you'll find lots of memorabilia from the numerous games gone by with Ilkeston Town, plus there'll be an interview with Louis Stephenson, and much more!

Dog Policy
Everyone loves a non-league dog, so our ground is dog-friendly. All we do ask is that your four-legged friends are kept on a lead at all times.

Ground Regulations
Whitby Town is committed to ensuring that all supporters enjoy their match day experience at the Towbar Express Stadium. Our full list of Ground Regulations can be found here - we advise all supporters to read these ahead of their visit.

Contact Details
If you want to get in touch with the Club, you can email us on info@whitbytownfc.com. Alternatively, you can see the latest Seasiders news and updates on our social media channels on X, Facebook and Instagram.  


 

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MATCH DAY 14th December 2024     Whitby Town v Ilkeston Town

Whitby’s recent home form is good with only one defeat in their last six league matches. (Won 3, drawn 2, lost 1) 

Ilkeston’s last six away games in the league have produced 3 wins and 3 defeats. We won at Leek and Morpeth then lost three on the bounce at Workington, Prescot and Lancaster. We won our last away game at Warrington Rylands. 

Both teams will think they can win this match. Whitby will want to avenge their 5-1 defeat at the NMG in September and Ilkeston will want to consolidate their position in the play off places.

Whitby have not had a draw in their last seven league matches:   last draw 19 Oct. Leek (H) 0-0
Ilkeston have not had a draw in their last eight league matches:   last draw 19 Oct. Guiseley (H) 1-1


 

Last edited by Matchman (14/12/2024 6:39 AM)

Whitby Town
1 Shane Bland, 2 Louis Stephenson, 3 Sam Collins, 4 Gary Liddle,   Connor Smith, 6 Jassem Sikar (c). 7 Arron Haswell, 8 Adam Gell, 9 Connor Simpson, 10 Layton Watts, 11 Nathan Thomas.
Bench,: 12 Lewis Hawkins, 14 Alfie Steel, 15 Alfie Doherty, 16 Matthew Timon, 17 Nicholas Cranston.

Ilkeston Town
1 Matt Yates, 2 Callum Minkley, 3 Sam Parker, 4 Declan Eratt-Thompson, 5 Tom Marshall, 6 George Wilkinson, 7 L'Varn Brandy, 8 Colin Daniel, 9 Tom cursons, 10 Connor Dixon, 11 Jordan Stevens.
Bench :12 Lindon Meikle, 14 Jonathan Wafula, 15 Cormac Maher, 16 Casey Johnson, 17 Harvey Kirby-Moore


 

Last edited by Matchman (14/12/2024 1:41 PM)

Good run by Dixon. We look much strionger than Whitby in the opening exchanges.     0-0.  6 mins

Whitby player's  lob beats Yates but also beats the crossbar.  Whitby on top now.   0-0.   15 mins

Stevens almost gets through again before the ball is nicked off him.  No goal attempts yet. by Ilkeston 
Stevens fouled 5yds outside area. Could be a shot at goal.

The game is a but scrappy now. Stevens shot from acute angle is saved by Bland. Parker fouled.  So many offsides is spoiling the game.  Great cross by Cursons is brilliantly collected by Bland.  Whitby shot hits the bar and goes over.         0-0.    34 mins

Wilkinson is back on.  Yates is seeing a lot more of the ball than Bland. Ilkeston have been nowhere near their best. Ball breaks for Watts but he blasts wide.  Stevens fouled near corner flag.  appeal for hands as the ball comes in but nothing given. 

1 added minute

According to football web pages 2217 crowd at Matlock v Mickleover, really ?

Hope the second half is better than the first. Whitby had the better opportunities and ought to be ahead. Stevens had a good first half but just before half time he was signalling to the bench that he had an injury.

Wafula has replaced Stevens.  Cursons hauled down in the area but nothing given. Whiby shot hits one of their own players and he needs the physio.   0-0.     52 mins

Great catch by Bland from Wafula's cross. Then Whitby break with Thomas carrying the ball a long way before crossing  Brandy replaced by Meikle. on the hour.     0-0.   60 mins