2018/19 #14 - 22nd December 2018 - Ashington v. Sunderland RCA

Sunderland RCA: Player profiles
James Armstrong - Full back, Midfielder - James starts his fifth season at the club,
having previously played for Spennymoor Town FC after being released by Sunderland
AFC and Hull City. James is a versatile player who can operate in both midfield and
defence. He has good vision and awareness and his defence splitting passes and free
kicks are a joy to watch.
Stephen Callen - Winger - Stephen starts his fifth season with RCA. Stephen is a pacy
and dynamic player who is equally at home on either wing or played up front as a striker.
Strong and powerful, he has great touch and control on the ball and possesses a terrific
shot which will see him produce his fair share of goal scoring opportunities.
Michael Charlton - Midfielder, Winger - Michael is another player who is starting
his fifth season at the club. He is well liked by the fans because he makes things happen
on the pitch. He is a fast, tricky winger who likes to run at defenders. Very direct in his
play, he also possesses the ability to cross the ball at pace into the danger area. 100%
energy and commitment enables him to help out in defence as well.
Mark Davison - Forward - Mark Davison needs no introduction for Northern League
football fans. A strong and direct centre forward who can be relied upon to score with
head and feet as well as setting up opportunities for others, Sparky is returning for his
third spell with RCA. We are delighted to have him back. Mark's travels have taken him to
Ryton, Washington, Spennymoor and Morpeth.
Clayton Davis - Midfielder, Winger - Clayton in now into his fifth season at the club. He
is a dynamic, speedy winger / defender who loves to take on defenders. Clayton is also a
great crosser of the ball and chips in with the odd goal. He is one of those rare breed of
players who always has a smile on his face and is great to have around. Previous clubs
include Washington, Hebburn and Ryhope CW.
Jonathan Davis - Midfielder - Jonathan begins his third season with RCA after signing
from Shildon. A naturally gifted midfielder he possesses a vast repertoire of passes, is
good in the tackle and is powerful in the air. He has played extensively in the Northern
League and higher - his former clubs include Hebburn, RCW, Durham, Darlington and
Shildon.
Kyle Davis - Forward, Midfielder - Kyle is a very quick, strong, tough competitor who
wears his heart on his sleeve. He loves a challenge, as we know from when he has
played against us, and can play in midfield or forward. His previous clubs include Bishop
Auckland and Ryhope CW.
Dylan Elliott - Midfielder - Dylan, who is now beginning his third season with
RCA, joined us from Easington Colliery. He was at Sunderland AFC from the age of 8 to
15, before joining Hartlepool United on a scholarship from the age of 16 to 19. Dylan has
also had Northern League experience, spending two months at Bishop Auckland, and
is an excellent signing for RCA. Dylan was named Sponsors' Player of the Season for
2017-18.
Craig Hodgson - Central defender, Midfielder - Craig is now into his third season at
RCA having previously played for Dunston UTS and Bishop Auckland. He can play as a
central defender or in the centre of midfield and he is equally effective in either role. He
reads the game well, is good in the air, loves a tackle and has the vision to pick out
attacking passes quickly. Craig was joint winner of the Management Player of the Season
award for the 2017-18 season.
Tomas Howard - Defender - Tomas has signed on a work experience loan deal from
Sunderland AFC. He is a defender who is equally at home playing on either the right or
left side of defence and has been known to play as a central defender if required. A
versatile individual who is learning his craft quickly and is well thought of at Sunderland
AFC.
John Jury - Defender, Midfielder - John had three seasons at Meadow Park after
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