Graham Fenton

Joao Gomes

Exciting youngster Joao Gomes signs first senior contract with South Shields James Copley

South Shields manager Kevin Phillips.

South Shields midfielder joins Spennymoor Town for an undisclosed fee Dan Prince

South Shields players and staff celebrate after their FA Cup fourth qualifying round win against National League club Scunthorpe United (photo Kevin Wilson)

Kevin Phillips reacts as South Shields draw Forest Green in FA Cup Mark Carruthers

South Shields manager Kevin Phillips

Kevin Phillips on expectations and his pledge to supporters Joe Buck

South Shields chairman Geoff Thompson has thrown his support behind Sunderland legend Kevin Phillips and revealed they are both ‘very determined’ to succeed next season.

Exclusive: South Shields chairman Geoff Thompson on Sunderland legend Kevin Phil... Mark Carruthers

Kevin Phillips. Photo: Craig McNair/ID Event Photography

The inside track on Kevin Phillips' start as South Shields boss after ex-Sunderl... Mark Carruthers

Kevin Phillips, the new manager of South Shields FC. Picture by FRANK REID

Phillips opens up managerial setbacks and appointment at South Shields

South Shields chairman Geoff Thompson. Picture by FRANK REID

Why Phillips' appointment at South Shields could mean greater links with SAFC Joe Nicholson

Kevin Phillips.

Will Sunderland AFC legend Kevin Phillips be successful as South Shields manager... Gary Oliver

South Shields chairman Geoff Thompson believes the move to appoint Sunderland legend Kevin Phillips was “the absolute right decision” for the club.

Exclusive: Geoff Thompson explains why he appointed Kevin Phillips Mark Carruthers

Sunderland AFC and South Shields FC fans have been reacting to the news that Kevin Phillips has been appointed as manager at Mariners Park.

Fans react to managerial appointment of Kevin Phillips Neil Fatkin

16 Sep 2000: Kevin Phillips of Sunderland celebrates during the FA Carling Premiership match against Derby County at the Stadium of Light in Sunderland, England. Sunderland won the match 2-1. \ Mandatory Credit: Tom Shaw /Allsport

Ex-Sunderland and England duo in 'advanced talks' with South Shields James Copley

18 Dec 1999: Kevin Phillips of Sunderland celebrates a goal during the FA Carling Premier League match against Southampton played at the Stadium of Light in Sunderland, England. Sunderland won the game 2-0. \ Mandatory Credit: Shaun Botterill /Allsport

Kevin Phillips reacts as ex-Sunderland striker is named manager of South Shields James Copley

16 Sep 2000: Kevin Phillips of Sunderland celebrates during the FA Carling Premiership match against Derby County at the Stadium of Light in Sunderland, England. Sunderland won the match 2-1. \ Mandatory Credit: Tom Shaw /Allsport

Ex-Sunderland and England duo in 'advanced talks' with South Shields James Copley

Mariners Park the home of South Shields FC. Picture by FRANK REID

Mark Carruthers: Graham Fenton can reflect on job well done after key role in So... Mark Carruthers

Graham Fenton

Graham Fenton relieved of duties as manager of South Shields

South Shields FC

South Shields begin 2022 with a 'tasty' clash against Scarborough Athletic on Ne... Dan Prince

South Shields FC.

South Shields boss has this strong message for squad Dan Prince

South Shields FC has signed defender Brandon Taylor on an initial month-long loan from Darlington, subject to FA and league clearance.

South Shields swoop to sign former Sunderland defender Richard Mennear

South Shields striker JJ Hooper.

JJ Hooper set for home debut as South Shields host Gainsborough Trinity Daniel Prince

Jordan Hunter (far right) will miss the clash

Former SAFC man Jordan Hunter to miss out as South Shields host Black Cats' U23s Dan Prince

Cedric Main in action against South Shields.

South Shields conclude deal for FC United of Manchester player Cedric Main Dan Prince

Dan Martin will remain with South Shields for a further month after his loan from Accrington Stanley was extended. (C_McNair)

South Shields extend loan deal for Accrington Stanley ace Dan Prince

Dan Martin is pictured with South Shields manager Graham Fenton.

South Shields sign midfielder from Sunderland's rivals Accrington Stanley Daniel Prince

South Shields top the division. Picture by Craig McNair.

League leaders South Shields targeting another win when they host Ashton United Dan Prince

South Shields are in FA Cup action this weekend. Picture by Craig McNair.

South Shields begin their latest FA Cup campaign as they bid to emulate last yea... Dan Prince

South Shields FC are in action on Tuesday evening.

Team and injury news as South Shields prepare for Stalybridge Celtic clash Dan Prince

South Shields in action during pre-season - photo by Kev Wilson.

Fenton believes fans could make difference as the Mariners take on Mickleover

South Shields in action during pre-season - photo by Kev Wilson.

Fenton has this message to South Shields squad ahead of Gateshead clash Daniel Prince

Wouter Verstraaten playing for South Shields.

South Shields defender departs to concentrate on his career outside of football Joe Nicholson

South Shields manager Graham Fenton. (Photo credit: Kevin Wilson)

Fenton hoping to bring in a "couple" of new signings Mark Carruthers

A general view of Croft Park.

Pre-season silverware up for grabs as South Shields face Blyth Spartans Dan Prince

South Shields have made their third signing of the summer.

South Shields swoop for ex-Sunderland and Doncaster Rovers youngster Dan Prince

Graham Fenton

South Shields FC boss Graham Fenton's 350-mile cycle challenge Kevin Clark

Conor Tee (Picture: Kevin Wilson)

South Shields confirm signing of former Leicester City youngster ahead of 2021/2... Mark Donnelly

South Shields captain Robert Briggs has signed a new long-term deal with the club.

Robert Briggs signs new long-term deal at South Shields Daniel Prince

Dillon Morse has signed a new contract which will keep him at the club until 2024. Pic credit South Shields.

Dillon Morse signs new three-year deal at South Shields as Jason Gilchrist depar... Daniel Prince

Callum Ross has committed his long-term future to South Shields by signing a new contract. Picture credit: Kev Wilson

South Shields midfielder Callum Ross reacts after signing new extended deal Daniel Prince

South Shields' players.

South Shields FC confirm young midfielder has left the club Mark Carruthers

Geoff Thompson.

South Shields chairman Geoff Thompson reveals all about full-time move Mark Carruthers

South Shields joint manager Graham Fenton (pic via Kev Wilson).

South Shields boss says defeat 'tough to stomach' Mark Donnelly

Robert Briggs has been named as South Shields captain.

South Shields name Robert Briggs as new captain Ross Gregory

South Shields' Lee Picton (pic via Kev Wilson).

SHOCK South Shields announcement as Mariners reveal managerial rejig Mark Carruthers