South Shields Raiders Football Club was founded in 2004.

The Club began as a result of a group of children leaving Cleadon nursery to go into the education system. unfortuanately they would be attending schools throughout the borough and the strong bonds that had grown between them would be lost. It was suggested that a Saturday morning kick about be organised to help the children stay in touch with one another From an original membership of twelve the club has developed by word of mouth alone. Parents have formed a committee and volunteer Coaches have attended FA coaching courses to become qualified, a child welfare officer has been appointed who again is registered with the F.A. It is now the aim of the club to enter the Monkton League for season 2008-09. We are sure that the future will be eventful for both children and adults as the club develops and as long as the children enjoy the game there will be a football club for them to enjoy