Deadly centre-half duo Andy McManus and Dom Riordan guided Emley AFC to a 2-0 victory at struggling Garstang. Emley had to be patient against Garstang who sacked former Barnsley striker Andy Payton in midweek and appointed his replacement Richard Cookney on Sunday morning. Richard Tracey and Mark Wilson’s men dominated the first half, but despite read more→
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Glassy lose McManus to Athersley
Toolstation NCEL Premier Division Glasshoughton Welfare have lost their captain and key centre-back Andy McManus to Athersley Rec. It is the second major blow that Glasshoughton have taken in over a week, having also lost the Showman Ryan Poskitt to Nostell Miners Welfare. McManus, a very experienced defender, will be a key addition to Luke read more→
McManus heads Welfare to Vase win
FA Vase Widnes 1-2 Glasshoughton Welfare A late Andy McManus header ensured Glasshoughton Welfare progressed to the next round of the FA Vase with a fine performance on the 4G surface at Widnes. A first half Andy Horbury header gave Welfare the lead, and although the hosts levelled in the second half, captain McManus sealed the read more→
Welfare boosted as key men sign
Toolstation NCEL Division One Glasshoughton Welfare have been boosted by the news that key men Andy McManus and Ryan Poskitt have re-signed for the upcoming season. The pair were huge players for Welfare last season. McManus was a rock at the back, while Poskitt was a deadly assassin in front of goal – deservedly winning read more→
Signings strengthen Athersley squad
Athersley Recreation have made an excellent start to their pre-season campaign by signing four proven Toolstation Northern Counties East League players. Arriving at the Barnsley-based club are attackers Adam Podmore and Chris White along with defender Andy McManus and versatile player Mick Jones. Podmore is best known for spell at Worsbrough, just like White, who finished read more→