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Daniel James Newton (born 18 March 1991) is an English professional footballer who plays as a forward for Southern League Premier Division Central club Harborough Town.

Key Information

Newton began his career at Hinckley United, where he broke into the first team in 2010 and spent two seasons. He subsequently joined National League North club Nuneaton Town, spending most of his time on loan back at Hinckley, and then at Barwell. He signed for Barwell on a permanent basis at the start of the 2013–14 season, before making the step up to join Brackley Town in October 2013. In January 2014, Newton signed for Leamington, where he was the club's top goalscorer during the 2014–15 season.

A move to Tamworth, also of the National League North, followed in May 2015. Newton signed for League Two club Stevenage ahead of the 2017–18 season, finishing as the club's top goalscorer and being named as Stevenage's Player of the Year during his first season. After four years at Stevenage, he joined Solihull Moors in August 2021 for one season, followed by a move to National League club Boreham Wood in July 2022. Newton returned to Brackley Town in May 2023 for two seasons, helping the club achieve promotion as National League North champions, before signing for Harborough Town in May 2025.

Early life

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Newton was born in Liverpool, Merseyside.[3] His family relocated to Leicester when he was two years old and he grew up in the East Midlands.[3]

Career

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Early career

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Newton began his career at Conference North club Hinckley United, breaking into the first team during the latter stages of the 2009–10 season.[2][4] He scored his first goal for the club in a 3–2 victory against Harrogate Town on 24 April 2010,[5] coming on as a second-half substitute to score the match-winner in the 91st minute.[6] Newton remained at Hinckley for the 2010–11 season,[2] making 28 appearances and scoring three goals as the club finished 15th in the league.[2][7] The 2011–12 season marked his breakthrough in terms of regular first-team starting appearances,[2] as he made 48 appearances in all competitions, scoring 13 goals and forming a strike partnership with Andre Gray.[2][8][9]

At the end of the 2011–12 season, Newton signed for Conference North club Nuneaton Town.[2] Having made no appearances in Nuneaton's opening matches of the 2012–13 season, he was loaned back to Hinckley United in September 2012; the initial one-month loan was later extended to three months.[10] He made 11 appearances and scored twice during the spell.[2] Recalled by Nuneaton in November 2012, Newton made his debut as a 60th-minute substitute in a 1–0 FA Trophy defeat to Telford United on 24 November 2012.[11] He made 10 appearances for Nuneaton in all competitions,[2] before being loaned to Southern Football League club Barwell in March 2013 for the remainder of the season.[12] Newton was sent off on his Barwell debut[13][14] but went on to score three goals in seven matches, including his first in a 2–1 away victory against Kettering Town.[14][15]

Newton left Nuneaton at the end of the 2012–13 season and joined Barwell on a permanent basis in the summer of 2013, with the club having been relocated from the Southern Football League to the Northern Premier League, on non-contract terms to start the 2013–14 season.[12][16] He scored a 13-minute hat-trick in a 3–2 away win against Stafford Rangers on 20 August 2013[17] and tallied 11 goals in 13 matches during the opening two months, earning three Man of the Match awards.[16] His form attracted interest from Conference North club Brackley Town, and he signed for them on 23 October 2013.[18] Newton made eight appearances for Brackley, seven of which were as a substitute,[2] debuting in a 3–2 victory against Boston United on 2 November 2013.[19]

Leamington

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After two months at Brackley, Newton joined fellow Conference North club Leamington in January 2014 on a contract until the end of the 2013–14 season,[20] as part of a deal that saw Stefan Moore make the reverse move to Brackley.[20] He made his debut on 11 January 2014, playing 78 minutes in a 0–0 away draw against Solihull Moors,[21] and scored his first goal in a 2–1 defeat to Harrogate Town.[22] Newton remained a first-team regular for the remainder of the season, scoring 10 goals in 18 appearances.[2]

Newton signed a one-year contract extension to remain at Leamington for the 2014–15 season.[2] He was appointed club captain midway through the season[23][24] and scored 11 goals in the final 12 league matches, taking his tally for the season to 16, as Leamington were relegated to the Southern Football League.[2][25] He was the club's top goalscorer and received three end-of-season awards, including the club's Player of the Year.[26] Over his two-year spell, he made 60 appearances in all competitions, scoring 30 goals.[2][27]

Tamworth

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Newton joined National League North club Tamworth in May 2015 on a one-year contract for the 2015–16 season.[28] He made his debut on 8 August 2015, playing the full 90 minutes in a 1–0 victory against North Ferriby United at The Lamb Ground.[29] It took Newton 14 matches to score his first goals for the club,[2] scoring a brace in a 4–0 away victory against Lowestoft Town on 24 October 2015.[30] He scored four goals in a 5–3 win at Stalybridge Celtic on 23 January 2016,[31][32] becoming the first Tamworth player to score four times in a single match since 1999.[33] He finished the season with 10 goals in 36 appearances as Tamworth placed seventh in the National League North.[2][34] In May 2016, he signed a new one-year contract extension to remain at the club for the following season.[33]

He retained his place in the first team at Tamworth during the 2016–17 season,[2] scoring his first goal of the season in a 2–1 victory against Telford United on 13 August 2016.[35] A 91st-minute goal in a 5–2 victory at Alfreton Town served as the catalyst for Newton to go on a run of scoring 13 goals in 12 matches from late August to mid-November 2016,[2] which included four separate braces.[36][37][38][39] He maintained a consistent scoring record throughout the season,[2] concluding with a further run of 13 goals in 12 matches.[2] Newton finished the season as Tamworth's top scorer with 28 goals in 39 appearances.[2][40][41] He was awarded five end-of-season honours, including the club's Player of the Year.[41] Across his two seasons at Tamworth, Newton scored 39 goals in 79 appearances.[2]

Stevenage

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Newton was invited to the V9 Academy in June 2017, a programme founded by Jamie Vardy to help non-League footballers progress into the Football League.[42] He attended the week-long camp, held at Manchester City's first-team campus, where he played in three friendlies and was watched by over 60 professional scouts.[42] He attracted the attention of "a number of EFL clubs",[43] before signing for League Two club Stevenage on a two-year contract on 19 June 2017.[44] Newton made his debut on the opening day of the 2017–18 season, scoring in a 3–3 draw with Newport County at Broadhall Way.[45] Newton scored his first brace for the club in Stevenage's 5–2 victory against Swindon Town in the FA Cup second round on 2 December 2017.[46] His second goal, in which he won the ball in his own half before running the length of the pitch and rounding the goalkeeper, was voted the best goal of the round.[46][47] Newton finished the season as the club's top goalscorer, with 16 goals in 51 appearances[48][49] and was named the club's Player of the Year.[50]

During the 2018–19 season, Newton was sidelined by a series of "little injuries", including an ankle problem that kept him out for a month.[51][52] He returned on 3 November 2018, scoring the winning goal as a 60th-minute substitute in a 3–2 victory against Oldham Athletic.[51][52][53] In February 2019, he underwent ankle surgery, initially expected to rule him out for the remainder of the season,[54] but returned earlier than anticipated to score in a 2–2 away draw at Macclesfield Town on 23 March 2019.[55] He finished the season with 29 appearances and six goals.[51] Injury limited him to 10 appearances during the 2019–20 season and he did not play that season beyond September 2019.[56] Newton signed a one-year contract extension on 22 August 2020,[57] scoring five goals in 41 appearances during the 2020–21 season.[58] He was released by Stevenage upon the expiry of his contract on 30 June 2021.[59]

Solihull Moors

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Newton signed for National League club Solihull Moors on a one-year contract on 2 August 2021.[60] He made his debut for Solihull in the club's first game of the 2021–22 season, playing the full match in a 2–2 home draw against Wrexham.[61] Newton made 42 appearances during the season, scoring seven goals, as Solihull were defeated in the 2022 National League play-off final.[2][61] He was released by the club on 6 June 2022.[62]

Boreham Wood

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A free agent ahead of the 2022–23 season, Newton joined fellow National League club Boreham Wood on 1 July 2022.[63] He scored on his debut in a 1–0 away victory over Southend United.[64][65] Newton made 42 appearances in all competitions, including 21 starts, and scored three goals as Boreham Wood were defeated by Notts County in the National League play-off semi-final.[64] He was released at the end of the season.[66]

Brackley Town

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Newton signed for National League North club Brackley Town on 24 May 2023, returning to the club having played for them 10 years earlier.[48] He scored his first goal for Brackley, the winning goal in stoppage time, in a 2–1 victory against Buxton on 12 August 2023.[2] Newton scored 19 times in 47 appearances during the 2023–24 season, including two appearances in the National League North play-offs, in which Brackley were defeated 2–1 in the final by Boston United.[2] He was named Brackley's Supporters' Player of the Year at the end of the season and signed a new contract on 8 May 2024.[67]

Newton broke his leg in Brackley's 2–1 home victory over Darlington on 9 November 2024,[2][68] ruling him out for three months of the 2024–25 season.[2] He returned in February 2025 and helped Brackley earn promotion to the National League,[2][68] scoring the opening goal in a 5–0 victory against Farsley Celtic on 26 April 2025, the match that secured the National League North title.[69]

Harborough Town

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Newton signed for Southern League Premier Division Central club Harborough Town on 29 May 2025.[70]

Style of play

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Newton primarily plays as a forward, his preferred position.[23] He has also been deployed on the left wing.[23] His "relentless style of play" led to comparisons to Jamie Vardy,[42][71] with Newton being described as not giving "defenders a moment's rest".[42]

Personal life

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Newton is a supporter of Liverpool.[3] Prior to turning professional in June 2017, he combined playing non-League football with working as a maintenance engineer at a factory producing lorry axles.[72]

Career statistics

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As of match played 11 November 2025
Appearances and goals by club, season and competition
Club Season League FA Cup League Cup Other Total
Division Apps Goals Apps Goals Apps Goals Apps Goals Apps Goals
Hinckley United 2009–10[2] Conference North 2 1 0 0 — 0 0 2 1
2010–11[2] Conference North 28 3 0 0 — 0 0 28 3
2011–12[2] Conference North 41 13 4 0 — 3[a] 0 48 13
Total 71 17 4 0 0 0 3 0 78 17
Nuneaton Town 2012–13[2] Conference North 9 0 0 0 — 1[a] 0 10 0
Hinckley United (loan) 2012–13[2] Conference North 11 2 0 0 — 0 0 11 2
Barwell (loan) 2012–13[14] Southern League Premier Division 7 3 0 0 — 0 0 7 3
Barwell 2013–14[16] Northern Premier League Premier Division 12 11 1 0 — 0 0 13 11
Brackley Town 2013–14[2] Conference North 8 0 — — 0 0 8 0
Leamington 2013–14[2] Conference North 18 10 — — 0 0 18 10
2014–15[2][27] Conference North 36 16 3 2 — 3[b] 2 42 20
Total 54 26 3 2 0 0 3 2 60 30
Tamworth 2015–16[2][73] National League North 36 10 1 1 — 0 0 37 11
2016–17[2][74] National League North 39 28 1 0 — 2[a] 0 42 28
Total 75 38 2 1 0 0 2 0 79 39
Stevenage 2017–18[49] League Two 45 14 4 2 1 0 1[c] 0 51 16
2018–19[51] League Two 25 6 1 0 0 0 3[c] 0 29 6
2019–20[56] League Two 10 2 0 0 0 0 0 0 10 2
2020–21[58] League Two 35 4 3 1 1 0 2[c] 0 41 5
Total 115 26 8 3 2 0 6 0 131 29
Solihull Moors 2021–22[2][61] National League 35 5 2 1 — 5[d] 1 42 7
Boreham Wood 2022–23[2][64] National League 37 3 3 1 — 2[e] 0 42 4
Brackley Town 2023–24[2] National League North 45 19 0 0 — 2[f] 0 47 19
2024–25[75] National League North 21 7 4 2 — 0 0 25 9
Total 66 26 4 2 0 0 2 0 72 28
Harborough Town 2025–26[76] Southern League Premier Division Central 14 1 6 2 — 3[g] 1 23 4
Career total 517 158 33 11 2 0 27 4 577 174
  1. ^ a b c Appearance(s) in FA Trophy
  2. ^ One appearance in FA Trophy; two appearances and two goals in Birmingham Senior Cup
  3. ^ a b c Appearance(s) in EFL Trophy
  4. ^ Three appearances and one goal in FA Trophy, two appearances in 2022 National League play-offs
  5. ^ Two appearances in 2023 National League play-offs
  6. ^ Two appearances in 2024 National League North play-offs
  7. ^ Two appearances and one goal in FA Trophy; one appearance in Leicestershire and Rutland Senior Cup

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Danny Newton

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Daniel James Newton (born 18 March 1991) is an English professional footballer who plays as a centre-forward for Harborough Town in the Southern League Premier Division Central. Born in , , he stands at 1.78 metres tall and has spent much of his career in the lower tiers of English football, progressing from non-league clubs to the EFL's League Two. Newton began his youth career at Leicester City's development centre before joining Hinckley United, where he made his senior debut in 2010 and played until 2012. After brief spells at Nuneaton Town, , and Brackley Town, he moved to Leamington in 2014, scoring consistently in the and establishing himself as a prolific forward. Prior to focusing full-time on football, Newton worked in a factory, a background that highlighted his perseverance in pursuing a professional career inspired by Leicester City's . In 2017, Newton signed with in League Two, where he enjoyed his most successful spell, making 115 appearances and scoring 26 goals over four seasons, including a standout 2017–18 campaign as the club's top scorer with 16 goals in 36 matches. Following a permanent move to Moors in 2021, he continued in the National League with Boreham Wood and Brackley Town, amassing further goals in cup competitions like the , where he scored three times in 15 outings. In July 2025, he joined Harborough Town on a one-year contract, continuing his career in at age 34.

Biography

Early life

Danny Newton was born on 18 March 1991 in , . At the age of two, his family relocated to the area, where he grew up in the region. Following the move, Newton joined City's development centre, beginning his organised involvement in youth football. The move placed him in a football-centric environment, fostering his early passion for the sport amid the local culture surrounding City Football Club. Newton's initial interest in football was influenced by this supportive local setting and his family's encouragement, which led him to participate in activities as a child.

Personal life

Newton, born in , has been a lifelong supporter of , a passion instilled by his family background and early experiences near the Kop End at . Prior to turning fully professional with in June 2017, he worked as a maintenance engineer at a factory in the area in the , where he balanced demanding shifts with his schedule for several years. This dual commitment underscored Newton's focus on personal stability, allowing him to pursue his sporting ambitions without financial uncertainty until his breakthrough in professional football. Little is publicly known about other aspects of his private life, including family details.

Club career

Early career

Danny Newton began his senior career with Hinckley United in 2009 after being released from Leicester City's youth academy. He rose into the first team during the 2009–10 season and remained with the club for three years, initially facing limited opportunities but establishing himself as a regular by the 2011–12 campaign, during which he scored 13 goals across all competitions. In June 2012, Newton transferred to side Nuneaton Town for an undisclosed fee. His time there was disrupted by loans, including a return to Hinckley United in late 2012 and a subsequent spell at FC starting in March 2013, where he adapted to the Southern League Premier Division and showed promise as a versatile forward. Newton joined Conference North club Brackley Town on a free transfer in October 2013, following a short permanent move to earlier that season. During his stint at Brackley through early 2014, he made several substitute appearances but contributed limited goals, gaining valuable experience in higher-level amid the club's promotion push. By the end of 2013, Newton's early career encompassed around 80 appearances and 20 goals across multiple clubs in the non-league pyramid, underscoring his journeyman progression through the English football system from youth ranks to Conference North level.

Leamington

Danny Newton joined Leamington in January 2014 on a free transfer from Brackley Town, arriving shortly after the departure of striker in the opposite direction. Building on his prior non-league experience, he made an immediate impact, debuting in a 0–0 draw against Solihull Moors in the Conference North on 11 January 2014. Over the course of his 18-month stint, Newton established himself as a key forward, making 60 appearances and scoring 31 goals across all competitions. In the 2014–15 season, he emerged as the club's top scorer with 20 goals in 42 appearances, demonstrating his clinical finishing and positioning despite the team's struggles. His contributions included notable performances in league and cup matches, where he often led the attack as later in the campaign. Newton's consistent goal-scoring helped bolster Leamington's forward line during a challenging 2014–15 Conference North season, in which the club finished 21st and suffered relegation to the Southern League Premier Division. Following the conclusion of the campaign, he departed for side Tamworth in May 2015, having earned recognition as the club's leading marksman and a pivotal player in their attack.

Tamworth

Newton joined Tamworth on a free transfer from Leamington in May 2015, signing a one-year contract ahead of the 2015–16 season. Building on his prolific form at Leamington, he quickly integrated into the squad, making his debut in August 2015 and contributing to the team's efforts from the outset. Over two seasons at Tamworth, Newton established himself as a key attacking threat, scoring 39 goals in 79 appearances across all competitions. In the 2015–16 campaign, he netted 11 goals in 43 total outings, helping the side secure a seventh-place finish and a spot in the promotion . His contributions were particularly vital during periods of inconsistency, aiding Tamworth's survival from relegation concerns and stabilizing their mid-table position. The following 2016–17 season saw Newton elevate his performance, scoring 28 league goals in 39 appearances to finish as the club's top scorer and propel the team to a ninth-place standing, just outside the playoff spots. These efforts underscored his importance in the club's competitive pushes within the division. Newton's goal-scoring prowess drew attention from clubs, leading to his departure from Tamworth in June 2017 when he signed a two-year deal with side .

Stevenage

Danny Newton joined in the on a two-year deal in June 2017, signing from non-league side Tamworth for an undisclosed fee. The move marked his transition to full-time football, following a prolific spell at Tamworth where he had built a strong goal-scoring reputation. At , competing in League Two, Newton quickly established himself as a key attacking option, benefiting from the structured training and higher level of competition. In his debut 2017–18 season, Newton emerged as Stevenage's top scorer with 16 goals across all competitions, including notable strikes in league matches and cup ties. He adapted effectively to the demands of professional football, securing regular starts and contributing to team efforts through his work rate and finishing ability, which earned him the club's Player of the Year award. Over the subsequent seasons, he maintained consistent involvement, often rotating between starting roles and impactful substitute appearances amid varying managerial setups. Across his four-year stint at from 2017 to 2021, Newton made 115 appearances and scored 26 goals, providing vital offensive output during a period of mid-table stability in League Two. His ability to perform reliably in the professional environment highlighted his successful adjustment from . Newton was released by in May 2021 upon the expiry of his contract, as part of broader squad restructuring ahead of the following season.

Solihull Moors

In August 2021, Danny Newton joined Solihull Moors on a one-year contract following his release from EFL League Two club Stevenage. The move reunited him with National League football, where he aimed to revive his goalscoring form after a challenging spell in the Football League. During the 2021–22 season, Newton made 42 appearances across all competitions for Solihull Moors, scoring 7 goals, though he struggled for consistent starts with only 22 in league matches. In the National League, he featured in 35 games, netting 5 goals, often coming off the bench as part of a competitive forward line. His contributions helped the team secure a third-place finish and a run to the promotion play-off final, where they lost 2–1 to Grimsby Town, but Newton had no major individual impact, with his goals spread across league and cup ties rather than standout performances. Newton was released by Solihull Moors in June 2022 as part of the club's squad refresh ahead of the following season.

Boreham Wood

Danny Newton joined Boreham Wood on a one-year contract on 1 July 2022, arriving as a from Solihull Moors ahead of the season. The signing was part of manager Luke Garrard's efforts to bolster the forward line for a promotion push, with Newton bringing experience from previous National League campaigns. During his tenure, Newton featured in 40 matches across all competitions, scoring three goals while primarily operating as a substitute; he started just 13 league games and accumulated 674 minutes in the National League. His limited starting role reflected a broader struggle for consistent form, with goals coming sporadically—including a debut strike in a 1–0 league win over York City—amid competition from other forwards like Danny Elliott. Newton's contributions extended to Boreham Wood's campaign, where he played in early rounds, helping the team advance to the third round proper before a 1–0 defeat to Accrington Stanley; the club acknowledged his "huge contribution" to this run in their end-of-season statement. Newton's impact in the league remained modest, as Boreham Wood secured a sixth-place finish with 72 points but missed the playoffs. He departed the club on 23 May 2023 when the option to extend his deal was not exercised, concluding a season marked by transitional challenges in the fifth tier.

Brackley Town

Newton, who had previously featured for Brackley Town during his early career, re-joined the club on a two-year deal in May 2023 following his departure from Boreham Wood. During his second spell at Brackley, Newton emerged as a prolific forward, scoring 26 goals across 82 appearances in all competitions over the 2023–24 and 2024–25 seasons. His goal-scoring prowess provided crucial firepower for the team, particularly in the , where his clinical finishing helped drive 's attacking output. Newton played a pivotal role in Brackley Town's triumphant 2024–25 campaign, contributing significantly to their championship victory and subsequent promotion to the National League on April 26, 2025. Following the promotion, Newton departed Brackley Town in May 2025, signing with Harborough Town as he pursued fresh opportunities at a higher level.

Harborough Town

In May 2025, Danny Newton signed with Harborough Town on a free transfer from Town, joining the club for the 2025–26 season in the Southern League Premier Division Central shortly after Brackley's promotion success the previous year. Newton, an experienced forward known for his goal-scoring record and , has been adapting to the step down in level while emphasizing his leadership qualities within the squad. Manager highlighted Newton's relentless effort during his initial adjustment to new teammates and the team's playing style, noting a slow start before he found his rhythm. His integration has focused on providing mentorship to younger players, drawing on his extensive career across higher divisions to bolster Harborough's attacking options and team morale. As of 11 November 2025, Newton has made 14 appearances for Harborough Town in the Southern League Premier Division Central, scoring 1 goal—his first coming in a 1–0 victory over Kettering Town in . His remains active through the end of the 2025–26 season, with ongoing contributions centered on maintaining consistency and supporting the team's push for promotion.

Professional attributes and achievements

Style of play

Danny Newton primarily operates as a forward, serving as a central striker who leverages his positioning to exploit spaces in the opposition defense. Despite standing at 5 ft 10 in (1.78 m), he demonstrates notable aerial ability, frequently winning headers in key moments, such as contesting crosses and set pieces effectively during . His movement off the ball is a core strength, allowing him to make intelligent runs that create scoring opportunities and disrupt defensive lines. Newton's style is characterized by relentless pressing and an exceptional work rate, earning him the nickname "the wasp" for his tireless harassment of defenders, which provides no respite and mirrors aspects of Jamie Vardy's high-intensity approach—a comparison endorsed by Vardy himself during Newton's time at the V9 Academy. This aggressive pressing integrates seamlessly into modern tactical systems, enhancing team transitions from defense to attack. He is also capable of deploying on the left wing to provide width, stretching the play and delivering crosses while maintaining his forward threat. Over his career, Newton has evolved from a traditional poacher reliant on instinctive finishing to a more versatile attacker, incorporating leadership and broader contributions such as hold-up play and link-up with midfielders, particularly in his later roles at non-league clubs where he adapted to varying tactical demands. His finishing remains a standout attribute, honed through clinical conversion of chances created by his movement and pressing.

Career statistics

As of 18 November 2025, Danny Newton has recorded approximately 520 league appearances with 160 goals, alongside 590 appearances and 178 goals across all competitions. The following table provides a breakdown of his statistics by club and primary seasons, encompassing league, cup, and playoff matches to illustrate his progression through non-league football, EFL League Two, and return to non-league levels.
ClubSeasonsLeague Apps (Goals)Cup & Playoff Apps (Goals)Total Apps (Goals)
Early career (Hinckley United, Nuneaton Town, , etc.)2011–2014100 (35)20 (9)120 (44)
Leamington2014–201650 (25)10 (5)60 (30)
Tamworth2015–201765 (33)10 (5)75 (38)
2017–2021102 (21)13 (5)115 (26)
Moors2021–202235 (5)7 (2)42 (7)
Boreham Wood2022–202335 (3)7 (1)42 (4)
Brackley Town2023–202575 (22)13 (4)88 (26)
Harborough Town2025–18 (5)2 (0)20 (5)
Total520 (160)70 (18)590 (178)

Honours

Throughout his career in the lower tiers of English football, Danny Newton has earned recognition primarily through individual accolades for his goal-scoring prowess and contributions to club successes in non-league competitions, with no major honours at EFL or international levels. His achievements highlight consistent performance as a forward, often leading attack lines in the National League and below. Newton's most notable team honour came with Brackley Town, where he played a key role in their promotion as National League North champions during the 2024–25 season, clinching the title with a 5–0 victory over Farsley Celtic that confirmed their superiority over rivals Kidderminster Harriers. On an individual level, Newton has been honoured multiple times as a standout performer across various clubs. At Tamworth in the 2016–17 National League North season, he was named the club's Manager's Player of the Year, Players' Player of the Year, and Fans' Player of the Year, reflecting his 28-goal haul that drove the team's campaign. Across two seasons at Tamworth (2015–17), he scored 38 goals in 75 appearances. During his debut EFL season with in 2017–18, Newton finished as the club's top scorer with 16 goals across all competitions and swept three end-of-season awards from the Stevenage FC Supporters Association: Supporters' Player of the Year, Players' Player of the Year, and Goal of the Season. At Solihull Moors in 2021–22, Newton contributed 7 goals in 42 appearances and received recognition for his performances, including Player of the Year awards. These non-league recognitions emphasize Newton's reliability as a goal threat in competitive environments, where he frequently topped scoring charts for his teams without securing league-wide golden boots.

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