Management Team
Jay Bates
After providing sterling support to Paul Bennett and Andrew Wood throughout the 2017/18 campaign, Alan Gate stepped up to become joint manager of Allotment in July 2018, sharing the reins as Team Manager with Jay Bates, who arrived at the club after a successful spell with Seaton Delaval Amateurs in the Northern Alliance. The third element in the management trio is Gary Somerville, who is Assistant Manager/Coach. Gary was at Seaton Delaval with Jay.
Alan was formerly on the coaching staff at Cullercoats FC, Chairman and coach at Wallsend Boys Club (Seniors)and Club Secretary and coach at Walker Central FC. He holds a FA Level 2 coaching badge, is qualified as a Level II personal fitness instructor and has been involved in grassroots football for over thirty years.
Jay is registered as a player for Allotment but started his career at Walker Central FC. He attracted the attention of Newcastle United when a junior but decided to join the Army, where he forged an impressive playing career whilst attending to his army commitments. Jay also possesses a FA Level 2 coaching badge and created very useful teams at both Walker Central and Seaton Delaval.
Alan Gate
Club Officials
President
Roland Mather
Roland is a former player with over 300 games under his belt. He succeeded his father Joe as chairman and carried out this role for 12 years before retiring and becoming president
Chairman
Jim Wilson
Jim is another former player who played around 250 games for the club. Jim became chairman when Roland moved up to President 3 years ago, he previously acted as the club physio for more than 15 years
Vice Chairman/Secretary
Ted Ilderton
Ted is a former NFA official and referee, he is vastly experienced in all matters regarding administration and procedures connected with fooball. He is regularly asked by officials of other clubs for his advice
Treasurer
John Alexander
John is another former player who played in goal on numerous occasions, he has looked after the clubs finances for over 40 years and his book keeping is as safe as his hands were in goal
Program Editor/Press Officer
Stephen Allot
Stephen is the son of former player Eric and does a fantastic job editing and producing the matchday program as well as doubling up as matchday secretary
Club Photographer
Graeme Jackson
Graeme is the son of the late John Jackson who is a club legend, Graeme is carrying on the great Jackson tradition with his association with WACFC and his photography is amazing
Committee Member
Michael Wilson
Michael is another former player and the son of the late Bob Wilson who himself was a great character, Michael has proved to be an invaluable member of the club
Commercial Manager
David Dodds
David has been involved for the last 15 years and helps the club benefit from sponsors and fund raising events.
Ladies Club Officials
David Dodds
Chairman/Secretary and Coach
Kerry Dodds
Treasurer
Juniors Club Officials
David Dyke
Chairman
Carol Wall
Treasurer
Darren Wall
Welfare Officer
David Dodds
Secretary
