Halton Spartans
| Established | 2014 |
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| Based in | Widnes/Runcorn |
| Home stadium | Select Security Stadium |
| Head coach | Ian Beattie |
| League | BAFA National Leagues |
| Division | Division Two NFC West |
| Colours | Green/Black |
| Current uniform | |
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The Halton Spartans are an American Football team based in Widnes/Runcorn,United Kingdom. They are named for the Borough of Halton. They were formed in 2014, and play in the BAFANL Division Two NFC West.
History
Initially named the Runcorn Spartans, they were formed in early 2014. After contacting former members of the Halton Demons, a team that existed from the late 1980's to early 1990's,[1] the first training sessions were organised in the local Heath Park.
The organisation changed their name to their current guise, the Halton Spartans to better represent their recruitment area. They were also more likely to play in nearby Widnes than Runcorn.[2]
They completed their schedule of associate games, first defeating the LJMU Fury, and defeating fellow associate teams the Tynedale Fury and the Humber Warhawks in their first game at the Select Security Stadium. In December 2014, they were admitted into the BAFANL for the 2015 season and were placed in Division Two NFC West.
Ahead of the 2015 season, Double Coverage, a site that covers American Football in Britain made their annual predictions. Only one writer, Richard Penwright, predicted that the Spartans would win their division.[3] This kick-started the "#InRichWeTrust" campaign on Twitter and Facebook.[4] They won their first competitive game, away to the Crewe Railroaders, 24-15.[5]
Logos & Uniforms
The Spartans play in primarily black jerseys, with a dark green trim and numbers. Their game pants and socks are both black. Their jerseys are currently manufactured by Rawlings.
Their logo is a stylised Spartan helmet, similar to that of their namesakes, the Michigan State Spartans football.
Select Security Stadium
The Spartans play their home games at the Select Security Stadium, a 13,350 seater stadium with artificial turf. It is also home to the Super League Rugby League team, the Widnes Vikings.
Players
Current Roster
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Quarterbacks
Running Backs & Full Backs
Wide Receivers & Tight Ends
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Offensive Linemen
Defensive Linemen
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Linebackers
Defensive Backs
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Personnel
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General Manager
Head Coach
Offensive Coaches
Defensive Coaches
Other
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2016 Schedule
April 10 - Crewe Railroaders (A) - 12-34 (W)
April 17 - Leeds Bobcats (H)
May 01 - Chester Romans (A)
May 08 - Crewe Railroaders (H)
May 15 - Walney Terriers (H)
June 05 - Chester Romans (A)
June 19 - Walney Terriers (H)
June 26 - Chester Romans (H)
July 24 - Leeds Bobcats (A)
August 07 - Walney Terriers (A)