Niall McGoldrick

Originally signed during 17/18 season from Whitby, who is returning to the club for the 2022-23 season from Easington Colliery.

A big 6-foot 3 defender, physical in his nature but all quite tidy when playing out from the back.

Age when signed: 24

From: Peterlee

Nickname: I don’t think I have any, just Niall!

Former Clubs: Whitby Town, Bishop Auckland, Thornaby, Easington

Three Reasons for re-joining Bishops:

1. I wanted to try and test myself by playing at a higher level than I had been for the previous few seasons
2. The facilities – the ground and pitch make it feel like such a professional set up and I really wanted to be back involved in that.
3. The manager – I have played for him before and so I have a previous relationship, I know how he wants his teams to play which I knew would be realistic with the pitch we have so that was a big reason for wanting to re-join.

Realistic achievements for Bishops for the 2022-23 season: Definitely looking for promotion and think we have the squad to do it.  I would also love us to go on a good cup run and get some away days for the fans to enjoy.

Best moment in football to date:  Managed to get to the quarter finals of the U19 Champions League which included games all over Europe which was a really good experience and one I am proud of.

Best pals in the dressing room: All the lads get on really well so there isn’t one particular person but I do car share with ‘Banksy’ so I probably spend the most time with him.

Three things that best define you off the pitch: Family and friends, I’m also a big boxing fan so like to keep up to date with everything going on.

Kit Sponsors for the 2023/24 season

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