Trialist Jonny Smith scores for Hibs in defeat to Newcastle

Hibs’ Development side lost 2-1 to Newcastle United Under 23s at the club’s training centre yesterday.

Luke Charman gave the visitors a 13^th minute lead before trialist Jonny Smith (pictured) equalised after beating the offside trap and running through on goal.

He had the option to square the ball to Oli Shaw but instead
he fired a low shot into the bottom corner of the net.

The 21-year-old began his career at Wrexham, spending time
in their youth set-up then after one appearance for the North Wales side, he
moved to Bristol City for an undisclosed compensation package.

He has also spent time out on loan at AFC Fylde and
Cheltenham Town.

Liverpool born Smith spent last season on loan at Tranmere
Rovers from Bristol city making 35 appearances and scoring four goals as the
Birkenhead club won promotion to League One.

Hibs’ keeper Paddy Martin produced several fine saves to
keep the scores level at the break.

The Geordies regained the lead in the 51^st minute
when Lewis Cass netted from close range and three minutes later Smith was
replaced by another trialist, Will Donkin, a Taiwanese international who
previously played for Crystal Palace after spending five years with Chelsea.

Donkin had little impact on the game as Jamie Gullan and
Sean Mackie tormented the Newcastle defence but were unable to set up an
equaliser.