ROB 'VAN DER SAR' SCOTT (GOALKEEPER) Debut 2003
Fresher started in the 4th Team, but captain 4D was quick to sing his praises and his move up to Reserves was secured through masterfully cross handling and excellent shot stopping. When you add to this his commitment Rob has proved to be an excellent addition to the club, and will continue to seriously challenge for a 1st team spot.

PAUL 'ROGER' MILLER (DEFENCE) Debut 1992
Veteran defender, loyal club stalwart and servant, the loquatious Roger is a renowned figure around both the club, and the league circuit and as committed in the challenge as ever. Strong in the tackle, always fully committed, he always brings extra bite and a winning mentality to any team he plays for. Genuinely two-footed, and excellent in the air for his height, although as Paddy never tires of pointing out, his passing could perhaps be improved (if it hasn't improved after 11 years it's unlikely to now!! - Roger). Legend Roger was enjoying one of his best seasons until once again hit by a sniper, this time in the ankle in the Fitzgeralds game. Roger was a key member of the squad due to his ability to do a job anywhere across the back four and his pure passion for all things Green and Black. Roger is undoubtedly the hardest working member of the club as he has been for years. Roger has been exclusively responsible for the club's superb website and club stats.

PETER CURTIS (DEFENCE) Debut 1997
Long serving defender Peter has continued to play at a high standard an athletic and aggressive left back with the best throw in the club. One of the best defenders ever to pull on a Green and Black shirt, but the arrival on baby son Oliver and major PhD pressure made it impossible for him to make the commitment required. This was good news for the Reserves who were always stronger for his presence. Peter was a regular member of both Corinthian Championship teams and played in Garnett's only ever winning Cup Final in 1999. In his 7th season with the club, Peter was selected as left back for Paddy's All Time Garnett Team of 1990's.

DAVE ROBINSON (DEFENCE/CF) Debut 2002
Trigger proved he really is a centre half after lumbering up front as a shot shy target man, though as he never resists repeating he did score the only goal in the 2002-03 Calvert Cup final and the 1st team's first ever goal in the Northern Alliance. Defensive colossus, Trigger was in outstanding form all season and only the presence of Club captain Shaun Cavanagh has kept him out of the 1sts. Trigger is undoubtedly one of the hardest working men in the club and voted as player of the season by every player he rightly claimed the title.

ALEX MARTIN (DEFENCE) Debut 2001
"Posh Hooligan" Alex is captain and centre half. An imposing physical presence, Alex is never happier than when kicking Geordies or University players. His partnership with Trigger is the strength on the team. Alex is to be congratulated on organizing this year's fresher trials, which were the most productive in recent years.

CHRISTIAN OSSAWY (DEFENCE) Debut 2002
Norwegian Christian was promoted from the A's before Christmas and made an immediate impact winning man of the match honours in his first two games. When fully fit and motivated, Christian is a dominant centre half, underlying the fact that this is the club's most competitive position.

JAMES 'TART' ALMOND (DEFENCE) Debut 1998
Former 1st team player of year returned after working away for much of 2000-03. An excellent defender, Tart excelled in the man to man marking role in the 3-5-2 preferred by former legendary manager Samm Haillay. Much of the passion for the Green and Black bears the mark of splinter's influence. He had to content himself with a place in the A's due to the excellent form of the central defenders in the teams above.

RORY MONAGHAN (LEFT SIDE/DEFENCE) Debut 2003
Enthusiastic fresher Rory impressed with his commitment on and off the pitch. He surprised many by winning a regular place in the Reserves but his competitive nature, pace, and fitness have made him well suited to the rigors of the Tyneside Amateur League. A Paddy favourite, Rory can do a job at left back but his best position is left midfield.

MATT LAWS (DEFENCE) Debut 2003
Ex Uni 2nd team captain Matty proved to be an excellent signing joining from Wearside league Annfield Plain. A powerful but composed defender Matty has performed well at right back but is equally capable of playing centre half. Unfortunately injuries and a car crash have limited his appearances.

NICO HESLOP (MIDFIELD) Debut 2003
Another talented fresher, Nico learned quickly under the tutelage of Scargill and Pollard in the Corinthian league and fully deserved his promotion to the Reserves. Nico has the ability to play anywhere up front or midfield and a real eye for a goal. With continued development a productive Garnett career is assured.

GAZ HOPKINS (UTILITY/FORWARD) Debut 1997
Club legend with over 250 appearances for the club. One of few certainties in life, is that, if there is a Garnett game, Gaz will be there. An excellent athlete with great pace and strength, Gaz can play in any position on the park, with aplomb, and without complaining. Also an excellent supplier of quality from dead ball situations. Good team man, always reliable and committed, he performed consistently for both 1st team and Reserves in any position that he has been asked which is typical of a great club man who has hardly missed a game over his time with the club.

SAM KING (MIDFIELD) Debut 2003
Midfield dynamo Sam formerly played under Alan Wilkinson for Northumbria University. Sam is equally home in the centre or right of midfield. Sam has turned in some excellent performances for the Reserves and been part of the 1st team squad for much of the season.

PAUL MENTON (MID/FORWARD) Debut 2003
Younger but argueably more talented brother of 1st team left back Mark, Paul made areturn to footbal after not playing 11-a-side since he was a schoolboy. Paul has worked hard on his fitness and has established himself as the club's best midfield prospect. Paul has a great touch and ability to score goals from midfield. Paul also holds the title as most under the thumb player in the club.

JOHN HURRY (MID/FORWARD) Debut 2002
Johnformerly played professionally in Norway and is an immensely talented attacking midfield player but he has struggled to establish himself due to injury and unavailability. John once again attemped a comeback from injury in the Reserves.

DAVID ALEXANDER (MIDFIELD/FORWARD) Debut 2001
When gifted Ulsterman David joined the club 2 seasons ago he moved quickly through the ranks to win a place in 1st team squad scored ten league as a teenager. Possessing a wide range of technical and physical attributes Dave has the talent to be a top quality player. His distribution improved to match his penchant for show-boating. He becomee a Centurian, joining that elite group of players who have played 100 games for the Green and Black.

TIM BURKE-MURPHY (MIDFIELD) Debut 2000
Tim made a welcome return to the club after missing most of the 2002-03 season. An energetic and hard running midfield player Tim can is equally at home on the right as he is in the centre. Tim is another excellent clubman who efficiently acted as Student Secretary in his second year.

RICH TURNER (LM) Debut 2001
Rich has worked his way up the ranks, and his desire and determination is second to none in the whole club. A regular and excellent trainer, there is no-one who wants to do well as much as Rich, in order to emulate the success of his twin brother, Lee from boy-band Blue.

SAM COLLINS (FORWARD) Debut 2002
The "Eton Rifle" is one of the quickest players at the club and definitely the gangliest. He notched a respectable 17 goals last season despite injury problems and has been a regular member of A team squad this season.

DAN CORCORAN (FORWARD) Debut 2001
Diminutive winger Dan worked his way up to 1st team after starting in the As, for whom he once bagged six in game and then he moved to the Reserve teams, after impressing in fresher trials. Dan has worked hard to establish himself in the 1st team, his pace and trickery on the give sides a genuine option on the left.

CHRIS DAWSON (FORWARD) Debut 2002
Obnoxous Yorkshireman Chris has already made himself a firm favourite with the Green and Black army for his no-nonsense approach and ability to get at Geordie defences. Has great pace and strength and fine finishing ability. Should develop an exciting partnership with Sam Collins in the future. A big fan of boy bands

KARL WILLIAMS (FORWARD) Debut 2004
Striker Karl made a massive impression, joining the club at Easter of his 1st year. Karl had been out with a cruciate ligament injury but has quickly got back into goal scoring mode. He notched a hatrick on his club debut for the B's and scored goals in his first two games for the 1sts, all as substitute. He followed up with braces in his first two starts for the Reserves. Karl has previously played for Bangor in the Northern Ireland and definitely challenges for a 1st team place.