Craig Rouse

Jack Vann has returned to Pontefract Collieries for the 2026-27 season.

Pontefract Collieries confirm new signings and retained list from last season

Pontefract Collieries celebrate winning the West Riding FA County Cup last season. Picture: Daniel Kerr

'Proud' new Pontefract Collieries manager Jimmy Williams eager to get going

New Pontefract Collieries first team manager Jimmy Williams.

Pontefract Collieries turn to Jimmy Williams as new first team manager

Craig Rouse has resigned as Pontefract Collieries manager. Picture: JLH Photography

Pontefract Collieries looking for new manager after Craig Rouse quits

Pontefract Collieries players celebrate a goal in their game against Belper Town. Picture: Daniel Kerr

Pontefract Collieries ready for big week with play-offs and County Cup final

Connor Smythe celebrates scoring one of his two goals against Grimsby Borough with teammates. Pontefract Collieries pictures by Daniel Kerr

Pontefract Collieries close in on play-offs place

Connor Smythe celebrates his amazing goal at Brighouse. Picture: Daniel Kerr

Pontefract Collieries boss Craig Rouse proud of his players after difficult week

Pontefract Collieries were in winning form when they beat Winterton Rangers 3-0. Picture: Scott Merrylees

PICTURE GALLERY: Win rewards big efforts of Pontefract Collieries groundstaff

Pontefract Collieries battled to a draw at Bridlington Town. Picture: Dom Taylor

Pontefract Collieries have to settle for point in back to back goalless draw

Connor Smythe was on target twice in Pontefract Collieries' win over North Ferriby. Picture: Daniel Kerr

Pontefract Collieries boss delighted with display in 4-1 win over North Ferriby

Lee Vigars has resigned as manager of Glasshoughton Welfare.

Glasshoughton Welfare searching for new manager after Lee Vigars resigns

Bailey Thompson celebrates opening the scoring for Pontefract Collieries against Brighouse Town. Photo by Scott Merrylees

Pontefract Collieries boss praises commitment of players in battling derby draw

Pontefract Collieries manager Craig Rouse was pleased the way his team came from behind to beat Belper Town to make it three wins on the spin.

Pontefract Collieries show their mettle in winning comeback against Belper Town

Adam Priestley enjoyed a good Bank Holiday for Pontefract Collieries with the winner against Cleethorpes Town and two goals against Ossett United. Photo by JLH Photography

Craig Rouse pleased with Ponte Colls' ability to deal with quick turnaround

James Baxendale has left Pontefract Collieries. Photo by Allan McKenzie

Pontefract Collieries manager promises changes ahead after FA Cup exit

Pontefract Collieries players celebrate a first half goal in their FA Cup tie against Birtley Town. Photo by JLH Photography

Pontefract Collieries open season with a bang to start FA Cup run
Pontefract Collieries opened their season in confident style with a 3-0 home win in the delayed FA Cup extra preliminary round tie against Birtley Town.
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Jack Shepherd has left Pontefract Collieries to join Barnsley FC. Picture: Scott Merrylees

Barnsley sign Pontefract Collieries defender Jack Shepherd

Craig Rouse is already on with planning for next season with Pontefract Collieries. Picture: Josh Harper

Pontefract Collieries plan to improve after mid-table finish in 2022-23

Pontefract Collieries' Spencer Clarke challenges Tadcaster Albion goalkeeper Josh Mazfari for a high ball into the box. Picture: Keith Handley

Manager Craig Rouse pleased as Pontefract Collieries end season on a high note

Two-goal Mikey Dunn starred in Pontefract Collieries' 3-1 win over Lincoln United. Picture: JLH Photography

Mikey Dunn lights up Pontefract Collieries win over Lincoln United

Gavin Rothery put away a penalty for Pontefract Collieries in their narrow defeat at Hebburn Town.

Pontefract Collieries denied by late goal again in defeat to Hebburn United

Pontefract Collieries manager Craig Rouse was unhappy that his side threw away a three-goal lead to draw at Sheffield FC. Picture: JLH Photography

Angry manager hits out after Pontefract Collieries let three-goal lead slip

Pontefract Collieries forward Mike Dunn on the run as he attacks the Bridlington Town defence. Picture: Scott Merrylees

Pontefract Collieries season will not fizzle out says manager Craig Rouse

Lloyd Allinson was back in goals for Pontefract Collieries and kept a clean sheet on his return against Grantham Town. Picture: Josh Harper

Pontefract Collieries boss frustrated with officials but pleased with new boys

Craig Rouse is looking for a reaction from his Pontefract Collieries players after two defeats.

Pontefract Collieries boss looking for '100 times better' performance

Gavin Allott scores Pontefract Collieries' first goal against Cleethorpes Town. Picture: Josh Harper

Pontefract Collieries boss happy to take 'fair' point against play-off rivals

Gavin Allott challenges for a high ball in Pontefract Collieries' game against Brighouse Town. Picture: Scott Merrylees

Craig Rouse pleased with performance as Pontefract Collieries avenge drubbing
Manager Craig Rouse was in no doubt that his Pontefract Collieries team deserved their 2-1 victory over Brighouse Town in the Pitching In NPL East.
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Cody Cromack celebrates with teammate Gavin Allott after scoring Pontefract Collieries' second goal against Dunston UTS. Picture: Josh Harper JLH Photography Yorkshire

Adam Priestley sends Pontefract Collieries on way to win over play-off rivals

Jock Curran took only three minutes to open the scoring for Hemsworth MW against Knaresborough Town.

Jock Curran quick off the mark to send Hemsworth MW on way to top three spot

Jack Shepherd completed Pontefract Collieries' comeback from two down to win 3-2 at Stockton Town. Picture: Bruce Fitzgerald

Pontefract Collieries' big comeback win 'thoroughly deserved' says manager Rouse

Jerome Greaves climbs high to try to win the ball for Pontefract Collieries at Ossett United. Picture: Scott Merrylees

Pontefract Collieries boss Craig Rouse sees positives despite late goal blow

Former Leeds United Academy and Bradford City midfielder George Thewlis has signed for Pontefract Collieries.

Pontefract Collieries sign former Leeds United Academy midfielder

Joe Lumsden scored two goals before being unluckily sent-off for Pontefract Collieries against Worksop Town.

Controversial decisions leave Pontefract Collieries frustrated against leaders

Pontefract Collieries players celebrate one of Adam Priestley's three goals against Tadcaster Albion. Picture: Josh Harper JLH Photography Yorkshire

Pontefract Collieries boss Craig Rouse delighted with reaction as his team are s...

Craig Rouse has promised changes after Pontefract Collieries' 6-0 loss at Brighouse Town.

Pontefract Collieries boss looking for a reaction after 'unacceptable' display

Pontefract Collieries players celebrate with supporters at the newly redeveloped "Shed End" in the game against Sheffield. Picture: JLH Photography Yorkshire

Nine-man Pontefract Collieries are only denied victory by late Sheffield goal

Adam Priestley took his goal tally up to nine for the season with a hat-trick for Pontefract Collieries at Bridlington Town. Picture: Josh Harper

Pontefract Collieries boss praises players after five star win

Craig Fawcett scored Pontefract's first try against Scarborough. Picture: Jonathan Buck

Pontefract RUFC edged out in close contest at Scarborough

Pontefract Collieries manager Craig Rouse was disappointed with a draw against Grantham Town but happy with his team's work over a tough week.

Pontefract Collieries boss frustrated by draw but looks at bigger picture

Spencer Clarke headed home the winner for Pontefract Coillieries against Stockton Town.

Spencer Clarke heads winner as Pontefract Collieries stun leaders

Gavin Allott was back on target for Pontefract Collieries at Cleethorpes Town. Picture: Josh Harper

Four star Pontefract Collieries return to winning ways

Spencer Clarke heads the ball clear for Pontefract Collieries in their NPL East game against North Shields. Picture: Josh Harper

Pontefract Collieries boss Craig Rouse looking for a reaction after 'bad day at ...

Joe Lumsden came close to scoring for Pontefract Collieries at Chester. Picture: Scott Merrylees.

Battling Pontefract Collieries bow out of FA Cup at Chester

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Pontefract Collieries sign goalkeeper on loan from Hartlepool United

Jake Picton scored the winning goal for Pontefract Collieries against Charnock Richard.

Pontefract Collieries earn Chester FA Cup tie after replay success

Gavin Allott scored Pontefract Collieries' first goal in their FA Cup tie at Charnock Richard. Picture Scott Merrylees

Pontefract Collieries set for home FA Cup replay after fightback earns draw

Mikey Dunn heads home the match clinching third goal for Pontefract Collieries against Ossett United. Picture: Josh Harper

Mikey Dunn double gives Pontefract Collieries bragging rights in derby with Osse...

Pontefract Collieries players and supporters celebrate the winning goal at Stcokton Town. Picture: Josh Harper

Adam Priestley grabs late winner to keep Pontefract Collieries on FA Cup trail

New Pontefract Collieries signing Adam Priestley enjoys scoring a goal in his Ossett United days.

Persistence pays off for Craig Rouse as Gibraltar international Adam Priestley s...

Gavin Allott played for Liversedge FC against Pontefract Collieries last season, but has now joined the Beechnut Lane side for the 2022-23 season.

Frickley Athletic legend Gavin Allott now aiming to shoot Pontefract Collieries ...

Jack Steers has signed on with Pontefract Coillieries.

Pontefract Collieries squad taking shape for 2022-23 season

Spencer Clark is the latest player to commit to Pontefract Collieries by signing a new deal for the 2022-23 season.

Pontefract Collieries lose out in last game but take plenty of positives into ne...

Frickley Athletic's luck was out at Tadcaster Albion as they hit the crossbar and missed several good chances in a 2-0 defeat. Picture: Keith A Handley

Pontefract Collieries' 'El-Classicoal' win leaves Frickley Athletic in last chan...

Jack Vann scored a spectacular second goal for Pontefract Collieries at Cleethorpes Town.

Pontefract Collieries looking upwards after stunning win at Cleethorpes Town

Luke Hinsley scored Pontefract Collieries' early goal at Stockton Town.

Craig Rouse sees positives in way Pontefract Collieries are competing with best ...

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