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A late Paul Blackett penalty was not enough for South Shields as they were defeated 2-1 by Whitby Town on Tuesday.
The Mariners found themselves two goals down at half-time in the pre-season friendly, but produced an improved second half display as they continued their preparations for life in Vanarama National League North.
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