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Mike Williamson has been named as South Shields manager (photo Charles Waugh)

Ex NUFC star Mike Williamson named as new South Shields FC head coach

Mike Williamson and Ian Watson on the touchline at South Shields (photo Kevin Wilson)

Exclusive 'Perfect' - Former Newcastle United man backed for South Shields role

Jason Ye new owner of South Shields Football Club speaking at a press conference with Geoff Thomson Chairman of South Shields FC Picture by FRANK REID

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South Shields manager Ian Watson (photo Kevin Wilson)

Exclusive South Shields defender backs Watson as Rochdale reign gets underway

South Shields manager Ian Watson (photo Kevin Wilson)

Ian Watson releases statement after leaving South Shields for Rochdale

South Shields manager Ian Watson (photo Kevin Wilson)

Watson and Magnay depart South Shields as Rochdale move completed

Jason Ye, whose consortium are the new majority owners of South Shields Football Club. With Chairman Geoff Thompson. Picture by FRANK REID

Exclusive Thompson's message to South Shields fans after investment announcement

South Shields manager Ian Watson (photo Kevin Wilson)

Exclusive South Shields set to appoint new manager as double exit looms

Jason Ye, whose consortium are the new majority owners of South Shields Football Club. With Chairman Geoff Thompson. Picture by FRANK REID

South Shields takeover: A 'great honour' for new owners

South Shields manager Ian Watson (photo Kevin Wilson)

South Shields chairman Thompson reacts to Southend United speculation

Sunderland youngster Ollie Bainbridge has enjoyed a successful loan spell at National League North club South Shields (photo Kevin Wilson).

SAFC youngster one of three South Shields stars in Team of the Season

South Shields defender Dan Dodds (photo Kevin Wilson)

Ex Pools man stays positive despite South Shields promotion anguish

Mike Williamson and Ian Watson on the touchline at South Shields (photo Kevin Wilson)

Ex NUFC man playing intriguing role in South Shields bid for promotion

South Shields midfielder Jack Roles (photo Kevin Wilson)

Play-off experience can help Mariners in Harriers final test - Roles

South Shields manager Ian Watson (photo Kevin Wilson)

South Shields told to remain focused as sell-out crowd set for final

South Shields manager Ian Watson (photo Kevin Wilson)

South Shields have achieved nothing yet - warns manager Ian Watson
South Shields will face Kidderminster Harriers in the National League North play-off final on Saturday lunchtime.
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South Shields goalkeeper Tom Watson (credit Kevin Wilson)

South Shields manager had 'hard conversation' ahead of play-off win

David Carson in action during South Shields play-off semi-final win against Buxton (photo Kevin Wilson)

'Absolute warrior' Carson praises South Shields after play-off win

Paul Blackett's penalty gave South Shields a narrow win in their National League North play-off semi-final with Buxton (photo Kevin Wilson)

South Shields 'answer questions' during semi-final win against Buxton

Paul Blackett celebrates after scoring in South Shields 2-1 win against AFC Fylde (photo Kevin Wilson)

Blackett pleased with South Shields progress ahead of Buxton showdown

South Shields manager Ian Watson (photo Kevin Wilson)

South Shields must have 'no regrets' after play-off clash with Buxton

Action from South Shields' friendly with Sunderland (photo Kevin Wilson)

'Amazing' SAFC gesture praised by South Shields ahead of play-off tie

South Shields manager Ian Watson (photo Kevin Wilson)

South Shields given warning ahead of play-off showdown with Buxton

South Shields celebrate a goal in their FA Cup win against Chorley (photo Kevin Wilson)

Gateshead boss backs South Shields in National League promotion bid

Action from South Shields home game with National League North rivals Buxton (photo Kevin Wilson)

South Shields to face familiar foe in play-off semi-final

South Shields manager Ian Watson (photo Kevin Wilson)

South Shields chairman Thompson slams talk over Ian Watson's future

Action from South Shields' defeat at Kiddersminster Harriers (photo Kevin Wilson)

Watson wants strong mentality as South Shields title bid falls short
South Shields will face a home tie in the National League North play-offs next Saturday afternoon.
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South Shields defender Robbie Tinkler (photo Kevin Wilson)

Exclusive Shields skipper urges players to 'control emotions' in title decider

South Shields manager Ian Watson.

Exclusive Shields boss sends strong message to players ahead of title decider

South Shields striker Paul Blackett is denied by Bedford Town goalkeeper Nathan Ashmore (photo Kevin Wilson.)

South Shields urged to keep believing as Bedford draw hits title hopes

Sonny Finch celebrates after scoring for South Shields against Macclesfield (photo Kevin Wilson)

South Shields boss praises mentality of former Middlesbrough forward

South Shields celebrate a goal in their 2-1 home win against AFC Fylde (photo Kevin Wilson)

Ian Watson delivers strong message to South Shields' title hopefuls

Paul Blackett scores during South Shields' home game with Macclesfield (photo Kevin Wilson)

Watson hails South Shields as title bid boosted by Macclesfield win

South Shields goalkeeper Jasper Sheik (photo Kevin Wilson)

South Shields goalkeeper lauded after return from injury nightmare

Action from South Shields v Darlington (photo Kevin Wilson)

Ian Watson demands South Shields reaction ahead of Radcliffe test

South Shields 'didn't do enough' in Darlington defeat

South Shields manager hails amazing relationship with Darlington boss

South Shields backed to 'stand up to the challenge' against Spennymoor

The former Epinay Business and Enterprise School. Photo: Google Maps.

Epinay School successfully take over South Shields FC matchday duties

South Shields manager enthused as Mariners agree investment deal

Breaking South Shields agree major deal with international investment fund

Sonny Finch of Middlesbrough shoots.

Permanent deal for Boro forward a sign of South Shields ambition

Lennon Wheeldon celebrates after scoring in South Shields' home win against Alfreton Town (photo Kevin Wilson)

Watson 'really proud' of South Shields after dominant Alfreton win

Geoff Thompson issues South Shields rallying call

South Shields FC chairman Geoff Thompson.

Exclusive South Shields owner Geoff Thompson reveals takeover update

South Shields celebrate during their home clash with National League North rivals Curzon Ashton (photo Kevin Wilson)

Watson pleased as South Shields boost promotion hopes with Curzon win

South Shields manager Ian Watson (photo Kevin Wilson)

Watson calls on South Shields to be ruthless in Curzon Ashton test

South Shields manager Ian Watson (photo Kevin Wilson)

South Shields focused on Peterborough Sports as Fylde clash looms

South Shields manager Ian Watson (photo Kevin Wilson)

South Shields boss pleased with reaction to Scarborough draw

Will Jenkins celebrates after scoring his second goal in South Shields' 4-1 win against Chorley as the Mariners progressed into the FA Cup fourth qualifying round (photo Kevin Wilson)

Will shows the way for South Shields academy hopefuls - Watson

Oli Bainbridge celebrates after scoring in South Shields 2-2 draw at Marine (photo Kevin Wilson)

Sunderland youngster seizing opportunity with in-form South Shields

Sonny Finch celebrates after scoring his first South Shields goal against Southport (photo Kevin Wilson)

Middlesbrough youngster making 'instant impact' at South Shields

South Shields manager Ian Watson (photo Kevin Wilson)

Watson wants South Shields to remain focused after title bid boost

Sonny Finch celebrates after scoring his first South Shields goal against Southport (photo Kevin Wilson)

South Shields persistence pleases Watson after late Southport win

Mike Williamson ahead of Gateshead’s FA Trophy Final with FC Halifax Town (photo Jack McGraghan)

Ex NUFC defender Williamson backed to make big impact at South Shields

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