Heaton Stannington are sad to announce that player-goalkeeping coach Tom Flynn is leaving the club at the end of the season.
Flynn joined the club in 2021 and although he only made two appearances in his first season, he made a big impact behind the scenes as the club secured promotion to Northern League Division One.
In our first game of this season, Flynn started in goal and kept a clean sheet, making several important saves to secure a 1-0 win in the FA Cup at Whitley Bay.
Flynn has been part of two promotions and our Northumberland Senior Cup final win, and will be in the dugout one final time when we return to St. James’ Park on May 5th.
Tom Flynn says:
“It’s been a brilliant five years, and I’m just proud of what the club has achieved, and proud to be part of it, be it as coach or as a player. I’ve always tried to help where I can. It’s a shame to leave it, but life, things happen and you have to prioritise elsewhere.”
🗣️ “It’s been a brilliant five years…”
Player-goalkeeping coach Tom Flynn speaks following the announcement that he’ll be leaving the Stan at the end of the season. pic.twitter.com/IU4eaKCXSB
— Heaton Stannington FC (@Heatonstan) April 26, 2026
Manager Dean Nicholson says:
“I want to say a huge thank you to Tom. He came to this club on day one of me taking over and has been amazing. His positivity is something which I will miss. He’s a top guy and someone I am happy to say is a friend. We wish him and the family all the best and he will always be a member of the Stan Army.”
Heaton Stannington joint chairman Scott Lyndon says:
“On behalf of everyone at the Club, I would like to thank Tom for his service over the last five years. Tom has been an ever present in the management team since Dean and Andy’s arrival and has played many pivotal roles – player, goalkeeper coach and a good mate to many. You won’t find a nicer bloke in non-league football. I’d like to wish Tom, Charlotte and their family all the very best for the future. Tom is always welcome at The Willow Park!”
