Author: Scott Lyndon

New Partnership – Heaton Stannington Academy

We are delighted to share that from the 2025/26 season we will be entering into a partnership with Pro:Direct Academy. This will see us launch Heaton Stannington Academy FC who will enter a number of national competitions.

The partnership will help to provide a stronger pathway between Heaton Stannington Juniors and our Senior teams and is an exciting evolution of the growth of the Club.

Heaton Stannington Academy FC will play from the Killingworth YPC facility where they receive both education and football experience.

An opening evening is planned to take place at Grounsell Park on Tuesday 3rd December – please stay tuned for more updates!

You can learn more about Pro:Direct here: https://prodirectacademy.com/

Duo join on loan

We are delighted to announce the loan signings of FA Vase winners Robbie Spence and Dan Groves from Hebburn Town.
Spence is a midfielder who joined Hebburn in 2018 and was their player of the year in 2022.
Groves is a defender who also joined Hebburn in 2018, previously playing for Darlington, Blyth Spartans, Spennymoor and Shildon.
Welcome to the Club!

Heaton Stan Comedy Night – 5 December 2024

We are delighted to confirm our next instalment of the popular Heaton Stan Comedy Night will take place on Thursday 5 December 2024 and tickets are now on sale!

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Our four outstanding acts this time will be:

Noel James

An experienced, very original, comedian from Swansea, Wales, who has played – and often headlined – most comedy clubs in the UK. Noel is described as being, bizarre, surreal but most importantly extremely original, funny and dam right ridiculous. His act contains a lot of odd jokes with intelligent word play. His best one liners will leave you belly laughing; the worst would beat a box of Tom Smith Christmas crackers to its slow death. On TV Noel has appeared on Stand – Up Show, and alongside Frank Skinner on Packing Them In. Most recently James reached the semi –finals of Britain’s Got Talent 2018 with a very funny guitar routine, narrowly missing out in a place in the final.

Seeta Wrightson

Seeta Wrightson, based in Leeds, is a Bradford-born comedian known for her sharp wit and engaging stories, Wrightson’s work often draws on her dual Asian and British heritage. From humble (AKA very skint) beginnings growing up in Bradford, Seeta has wandered through life wondering where exactly she fits and has had a hell of an adventure figuring it out. And it is a never-ending stream of ridiculousness that provides the fodder for her comedy.

John Fothergill

This lively Geordie is a highly sought-after headline comic with his blend of cocky insults and slick banter.

John became a regular at Newcastle’s Comedy Café and in 1993, his first year as a comedian, he was lucky enough to appear with the likes of Jack Dee, Lee Evans and Jo Brand. He has also appeared on BBC1’s Never mind the Buzzcocks.

“Everything he says is funny. He looks like he was born onstage, under a follow spot, with a mic in his hand.”

– The Guardian

MC David Hadingham

David Hadingham is a seasoned comedian known for his sharp wit and hilarious insights into everyday life. With a career spanning several decades, Hadingham has established himself as a stalwart in the world of stand-up comedy. His unique style combines clever wordplay, observational humour, and a touch of self-deprecation, creating a comedic experience that resonates with audiences of all backgrounds. Whether he’s poking fun at the quirks of human behaviour or sharing personal anecdotes, David Hadingham’s performances are a rollercoaster of laughter that leave audiences in stitches. His charismatic stage presence and impeccable timing have earned him a great reputation in the UK.

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NOTE: Acts are subject to change – this sometimes happens for reasons outside of our control. We however promise to replace them with someone else who is canny.

Senior Cup Date

Our quarter final clash away to Blyth Town will take place on Tuesday 12 November 2024 with a 7:30pm kick off.

We hope the Stan Army can come along and give us your support. No coach seats needed!

Darlington 2-3 Heaton Stan – FA Youth Cup highlights

Heaton Stan Under 18s made history in emphatic style as they visited Darlington FC to face their Academy side in the 1st Qualifying Round of the FA Youth Cup.

Nervousness was out of the window in the first half as the Stan romped to a 3-0 lead at the break following a dominating 45 minutes of football. The Stan had to dig in in the second half as the hosts attempted to recover from the deficit and despite bagging two goals could not do enough.

Stan go through to the Second qualifying round, the draw takes place on Friday 20th Sept at 1pm.

Watch the highlights:

Capewell signs

We are delighted to confirm the signing of defender Dan Capewell from Consett.

Dan is an experienced defender and has been at Consett for two seasons & was at Dunston prior. Capewell won Players Player of the Season and Managers Player of the Season in 2023/24 and was appointed as Consett’s captain for the 2024/25 season prior to making the move to Grounsell Park.

Welcome to the Club, Dan! 

Heaton Stan Comedy Night – 26 September 2024

We are delighted to confirm our next instalment of the popular Heaton Stan Comedy Night will take place on Thursday 26 September 2024 and tickets are now on sale!

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Our four outstanding acts this time will be:

Scott Gibson

The Big, Bald, Bearded Glaswegian. A naturally skilful and riveting raconteur, Gibson mixes a conversational style with his own unique brand of dark humour, gloriously bad language and shrewd observations.

“Irvine Welsh meets Billy Connolly”

The Evening Standard

John Scott

John first hit the stage as a stand up back in 1999 at the Stand Comedy club in Edinburgh, after taking part in one of the venues comedy workshops. Just three months later he was asked to take part in his first Edinburgh festival run in the showcase Stand Up Scotland, a platform for the best new emerging talent from over the border.

He admits he does have a slightly risqué edge and will push boundaries when he feels the time is right. So far he’s never received a single complaint. Just the way his mum likes it.

“Among the top five comics emerging from Scotland today.”

The Observer

Cal Halbert

Impressionist, Comedian, Actor, Host and Voice Over Artist. Cal Halbert is also one half of ‘The Mimic Men’. The UK’s only impressionist double act! Performing on Britain’s Got Talent in 2016 and gaining four yeses accompanied by a standing ovation by the judges, audience and Ant and Dec.

“Brilliant- Some really original impressions in there,

some I’ve never seen be done before”

David Walliams

MC David Hadingham

David Hadingham is a seasoned comedian known for his sharp wit and hilarious insights into everyday life. With a career spanning several decades, Hadingham has established himself as a stalwart in the world of stand-up comedy. His unique style combines clever wordplay, observational humour, and a touch of self-deprecation, creating a comedic experience that resonates with audiences of all backgrounds. Whether he’s poking fun at the quirks of human behaviour or sharing personal anecdotes, David Hadingham’s performances are a rollercoaster of laughter that leave audiences in stitches. His charismatic stage presence and impeccable timing have earned him a great reputation in the Uk.

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FA Youth Cup Debut Confirmed

Heaton Stan will make a historic debut in the FA Youth Cup on Monday 2nd September, 2024, kicking off at 7pm. The Preliminary Round tie will be played at Grounsell Park and old friends Carlisle City will be the opponents.

Heaton Stan’s Under 18s will compete in the competition, making history for the Stan as we enter the competition for the first time.

We appeal to the Stan Army and local community to come to the game and support the next generation of footballers in the area. Entry is just £3 for adults, £2 for over 65s and Under 16s are free.