By Elliot Steadman Buxton FC continued their pre-season preparations with a narrow victory over Ashton United, as a second-half goal from a trialist secured a 1-0 win on the road. The hosts started brightly, controlling possession during the opening stages. The Bucks’ first real opening came when Connor Kirby stepped up to take a free-kick
Buxton return home for their opening game of pre-season. By Elliot Steadman UP NEXT: Buxton begin their pre-season campaign on Saturday, 4 July, as they welcome Droylsden AFC to the Silverlands Stadium. Kick-off is scheduled for 3 pm. Jordan Broadbent Following John McGrath’s departure to Halifax Town, Buxton took their time in the search for
Buxton’s season came to an end with a narrow 1-0 defeat to South Shields in the play-off semi-final. Early on, South Shields nearly found themselves through on goal when Paul Blackett latched onto a loose pass back from Kieran Burton, but the Buxton goalkeeper was alert and raced out to clear the danger. After ten
UP NEXT: Buxton will travel north to face South Shields in the semi-finals of the National League North playoffs with a 4pm kick-off on 2nd May 2026. The Bucks On Tuesday, the Bucks advanced to this round with a 4-2 victory over Scarborough. A brace from Coleman, alongside second-half goals from Brennan and Mee, secured
Buxton progressed to the play-off semi-finals with a 4-2 victory over Scarborough and will now travel to South Shields on Saturday. Early on, the first big chance fell to Scarborough. Former Buck Jake Hull headed down Lewis Maloney’s cross into the path of Kieran Weledji, whose close-range effort was well saved by Joe Young. Soon
Buxton secured a home tie in the playoffs with a convincing victory over already relegated Leamington, setting up a clash with Scarborough on Tuesday. Early on, the Bucks had a golden chance to take the lead after eight minutes when Leamington’s goalkeeper gifted possession to Connor Kirby, who chose to square it to Cian Coleman,
UP NEXT: Buxton host Leamington at The TSS in their final game of the season, kicking off at 12:30pm, knowing that a win would secure a playoff spot. The Bucks On Saturday, Buxton secured an emphatic 4-0 away victory over Curzon Ashton, with goals from Kirby, Burton, Coleman and Johnston. A late equaliser from Telford
Buxton suffered a setback in their push for the playoffs after being held to a 2-2 draw against Alfreton. They nearly made the perfect start inside ten seconds when Johnny Johnston broke away with pace, but his effort bobbled wide of the post. Early on, George Ward picked up possession in the fifth minute, shifted
UP NEXT: Buxton make the short trip to face Alfreton on Tuesday 14th April with a 7:45pm kick-off. The Bucks On Saturday Buxton won 2-0 at home to Scarborough in an important game for the playoff chase with goals from Luke Brennan and Johnny Johnston. Reflecting on the game, manager John McGrath said: “It was
Buxton strengthened their playoff push with a 2-0 win over Scarborough at The Silverlands. Early on, Max Bardell created the first chance of the game, setting up Cian Coleman, but the midfielder fired wide. Soon after, the home pressure continued as Luke Brennan laid the ball into Coleman’s path in space, forcing the keeper into