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  Scunthorpe United F.C. - Wikipedia, the free encyclopedia
Scunthorpe United's official team mascots are the Scunny Bunny and the Scunny Hunny Bunny, who wear the same claret and blue kit as the team's players do.
Scunthorpe lost Paul Hayes and Richard Kell to Barnsley during the summer due to the players being out of contract, although due to Hayes' age, an F.A. tribunal set a fee of up to £150,000 for him.
Scunthorpe also went down 2-1 to Rotherham United on the 19th of August, which was followed by a 1-1 draw with Brentford.
en.wikipedia.org /wiki/Scunthorpe_United_F.C.   (1283 words)

  
 Towntalk - It's the Talk of The Town!   (Site not responding. Last check: 2007-10-22)
The town of Scunthorpe takes its name from the hamlet Escumtorp, which means the farmstead belonging to a man called Skuma, mentioned in the doomsday Book.
Scunthorpe has a fascinating history, starting life as a sleepy agricultural area until the discovery of the Frodingham Ore fields in 1851.
It also saw a dramatic increase in the population of Scunthorpe and its surrounding areas from 1,245 in the 1850s to around 27,000 by 1919.
www.scunthorpe.towntalk.co.uk /history.php   (279 words)

  
 Scunthorpe (town) - Search Results - MSN Encarta
Scunthorpe (town), town in the unitary authority of North Lincolnshire, England.
Scunthorpe United FC, English football club based in Scunthorpe, that started the 2006-2007 season playing in the Football League One.
Scunthorpe (parliamentary constituency), United Kingdom parliamentary constituency in North Lincolnshire, north-eastern England, bordered by...
uk.encarta.msn.com /Scunthorpe_(town).html   (106 words)

  
 Scunthorpe United Football Club FC Iron Utd SUFC
Scunthorpe United Football Club was formed in 1899 when Brumby Hall FC, who played at the Old Showground, amalgamated with other clubs in the area and changed their name to Scunthorpe United.
After the club were relegated to the fourth division in 1984 Scunthorpe remained in the bottom tier of league football until 1999 when they gained promotion after a play off victory.
Scunthorpe United probably remain most famous for unearthing the Liverpool legends Ray Clemence and Kevin Keegan, thereby playing their part in the footballing dynasty of the 1970's and 80's.
www.football-england.com /Scunthorpe_United_Football_Club_FC_Iron_Utd_SUFC.html   (593 words)

  
 GENUKI: Scunthorpe, LIN
Scunthorpe is a large village and a parish about 165 miles north of London and 8 miles west of Brigg parish.
It was the discovery of ironstone in the ground around Scunthorpe that turned this sleepy little village into a large town of mine workers and their supporting businesses.
In 1919 the Scunthorpe and Frodingham Urban District Council was established to cover the areas previously covered by the parish councils of Scunthorpe, Frodingham, Crosby, Brumby and Ashby.
www.genuki.org.uk:8080 /big/eng/LIN/Scunthorpe   (777 words)

  
 ESPNsoccernet - England - Scunthorpe dream of Chelsea upset
Musselwhite played in the Scunthorpe side that knocked Chelsea out of the League Cup in 1988 and now in his second spell with the Lincolnshire side he is the only survivor from that team in the old fourth division which humbled the west London side in a two-legged tie.
Scunthorpe are currently second in the English League Two - the equivalent of the fourth division of 1988 - three flights below Jose Mourinho's Premier League leaders.
Scunthorpe manager Brian Laws is unfazed by the prospect of his team 'playing against the best in the world'.
soccernet.espn.go.com /headlinenews?id=321167   (660 words)

  
 Iron-Bru.net - Yeovil Town 2 Scunthorpe 1
Scunthorpe United's 14 match unbeaten run came to an end in Somerset this afternoon as the Glovers came from a goal behind to topple the Iron with two late goals.
Scunthorpe travelled with the intention of allowing veteran Peter Beagrie to run at Adam Lockwood and Gavin Williams, Yeovil's right sided players, who were both on four bookings.
The thinking was that they would not be too happy to fly in with their tackles if another yellow card put them out of the FA Cup tie with Liverpool on January 4.
www.scunthorpeunited-mad.co.uk /news/loadrprt.asp?cid=MTCH&id=134047   (386 words)

  
 Scunthorpe United Press Releases
Scunthorpe United boss Brian Laws has made his third recruit of the summer with the signing of Wales under-21 striker Ramon Calliste.
Scunthorpe United do not play Manchester City very often, and for their own well-being it is probably just as well.
Scunthorpe will still be without leading scorer Steve MacLean when they take on local rivals Doncaster with a groin injury.
www.topix.net /world-soccer/scunthorpe-united/pr   (1112 words)

  
 Scunthorpe United Football Club News and Results from Football.co.uk   (Site not responding. Last check: 2007-10-22)
Scunthorpe United physio Nigel Adkins is confident midfielder Jim Goodwin will soon be back in action as he continues to recover from a nasty head injury picked up in the opening day 2-1 defeat at Bristol City.
Scunthorpe have been rocked by the news midfielder Jim Goodwin is set to be ruled out of action for a while because of the head injury he picked up at Bristol City on the opening day of the League One season.
Scunthorpe United's summer signing Ramon Calliste faces a lengthy spell on the sidelines after suffering a serious ankle injury during the 4-0 pre-season friendly win at Brigg Town.
www.football.co.uk /scunthorpe_united/index.shtml   (276 words)

  
 Iron-Bru.net - the definitive Scunthorpe United website. Independent news and stats from footymad.net
Scunthorpe United's official supporters side came back with silverware from the annual tournament of worldwide supporters teams in Leeds.
Scunthorpe United's official supporters side, the Iron Filings, began their season this morning in Nottingham - and like the first team's match in the afternoon it started with a serious injury.
Scunthorpe United's first team were not the only North Lincs side to taste victory over a Hull side this weekend...
www.scunthorpeunited-mad.co.uk /news/loadfeat.asp?CID=EDZ3   (443 words)

  
 Scunthorpe Polytechnic CC   (Site not responding. Last check: 2007-10-22)
Based in Scunthorpe and sponsored by Jack Tighe, SPCC has a strong tradition of cycle racing at national and divisional levels.
History of the Scunthorpe Poly CC The club was first established in 1946 by a group of track riders who left the then Scunthorpe RC which later disbanded then reformed again in the 1970s.
Reg went on to become a local councilor for Scunthorpe and was involved in local politics for a number of years and he was instrumental in the town getting a Velodrome included in the Quibell Park sports stadium, which was opened on June 12th 1965.
www.scunthorpepoly.co.uk   (178 words)

  
 Scunthorpe United Football Club News.
Scunthorpe will offer contracts to some of the five trialists who impressed while playing for the reserves this week...
Scunthorpe striker Andy Keogh continued his Republic of Ireland U-21 career with an appearance off the bench in their win over Greece...
Scunthorpe manager Brian Laws insists his side's performances are coming together, after the 2-2 draw with Crewe Alexandra at Glanford Park...
www.scunthorpe.vitalfootball.co.uk   (275 words)

  
 SPEEDWAY: Scunthorpe race to record league win.   (Site not responding. Last check: 2007-10-22)
There were fifteen races at the Scunthorpe Raceway and fifteen times the Lincs FM Scorpions finished the race in first and second place to give every single rider a paid maximum score.
Whilst all Scunthorpe riders were unbeaten it was an extra-special day for four of the team.
There was a big crowd at the Scunthorpe Raceway after three weekends without speedway and they were sent home truly believing that the Lincs FM Scorpions can win some league honours in 2006.
www.crash.net /news_View~t~Scunthorpe-race-to-record-league-win-~cid~19~id~131149.htm   (651 words)

  
 ESPN.com Soccernet England: Match Preview - Millwall v Scunthorpe
Kinet has missed the last seven matches after suffering a hamstring injury during the 3-2 victory over Coventry on November 3 but should be available.
Scunthorpe manager Brian Laws is likely to be without star striker Martin Carruthers for their cup clash at The Den.
The Scunthorpe boss said: "I will be making one or two changes in the squad but I want to keep my cards close to my chest.
www.soccernet.com /england/2001/20020105/reports/28613_pre.html   (223 words)

  
 ESPN.com Soccernet England: Full-time Report - Scunthorpe v Exeter
Scunthorpe striker Steve Torpey netted his 100th league goal but was unable to stop his side from slipping to their first defeat in nine games, 4-3 at home to Exeter, after a dramatic finish.
Peter Beagrie gave Scunthorpe a lifeline with a 79th-minute penalty after the referee had changed his mind about awarding a spot-kick to Exeter.
Scunthorpe substitute Brian Quailey equalised in the 90th minute but Andy Roscoe grabbed the points for the Devon side with the winner in the fifth minute of stoppage time.
www.soccernet.com /england/2001/20020115/reports/31877_full.html   (159 words)

  
 Scunthorpe And District Pipe Band & Highland Dancers   (Site not responding. Last check: 2007-10-22)
Greetings from the Scunthorpe And District Pipe Band and Highland Dancers.
Based in Scunthorpe, North Lincolnshire, we are a non-profit organisation, with members from, and around Scunthorpe.
This website was created by John Daly for the Scunthorpe and District Pipe Band and Highland Dancers.
www.scunthorpepipeband.com   (321 words)

  
 Hotels, Scunthorpe: Cheap Hotel Rooms
A confirmation email is delivered with every guest booking with contact and travel details to help you cancel or confirm your hotel break or bed and breakfast stay.
Room4U has accommodation in Scunthorpe to suit most needs whether you're in town on business, with family or simply just passing through.
Being within easy reach of a wealth of interesting places to visit, the coast and glorious countryside, the hotel is an ideal base for both business and pleasure.
www.room4u.org.uk /hotels/scunthorpe/index.asp   (204 words)

  
 Scunthorpe cinemas listings - cinemas schedules and movie reviews
If you can't find the film you want at a cinema in Scunthorpe, or would like to go to a cinema outside Scunthorpe you can use the Cinemas by City option to find films showing at cinemas in cities, towns or villages near Scunthorpe.
Scunthorpe cinemas may not be displayed properly because your browser does not support JavaScript.
UK cinemas does not endorse any particular cinemas in Scunthorpe and is not responsible for the listings and times of films in the cinemas listed.
www.britinfo.net /cinema/cinemaCUD.htm   (284 words)

  
 BBC SPORT | SCUNTHORPE UTD | Iron look to Vaughan
Scunthorpe are set to complete the loan signing of Nottingham Forest defender Tony Vaughan.
Iron boss Brian Laws has been on the look-out for an experienced central defender since failing to turn Pat McGibbon's loan spell into a permanent move from Wigan.
Links to more Scunthorpe Utd stories are at the foot of the page.
news.bbc.co.uk /sport1/hi/football/teams/s/scunthorpe_utd/1894347.stm   (126 words)

  
 Scunthorpe United - Cox moves to Crewe
The veteran has long spoke of his desire to return to Scunthorpe, his hometown club, before finishing his playing career.
The 34-year-old had stated his desire to return to Scunthorpe, his hometown club and where he began his career, but has signed a two-year deal at the Railywaymen.
The writing appeared on the wall after Iron boss Brian Laws signed Dave Mulligan, who is expected to operate at right-back, on a free transfer from local rivals Doncaster Rovers.
www.scunthorpe.vitalfootball.co.uk /article.asp?a=20657   (241 words)

  
 Scunthorpe United Quick Guide from Chairboys on the Net
Turn right at the first roundabout onto the A18 (s/p Scunthorpe) and right again into the large car park at the ground.
Transferred to Scunthorpe United in the summer of 1993 and went on to make more than 60 League appearances and scoring a very healthy 20 times.
Was leading scorer for Chesterfield during the 1990/91 season following a move from Doncaster Rovers.
www.chairboys.ndirect.co.uk /clubs/scunthorpe.htm   (452 words)

  
 Trucks, Vans and Cars, Spare Parts in Scunthorpe
Scunthorpe Truck Services have been established on Winterton Road in Scunthorpe for 30 years and we thoroughly believe we can offer the best service for truck, van and car spare parts in the area.
We always have large variety of vehicles in stock and offer a large range of vehicle spares.
We offer a variety of different truck and plant parts please see our list below for the range vehicles we cover if the item you are looking for is not on the list please contact us as we may have the item for you in stock.
www.scunthorpe-truck-services.co.uk /index.html   (174 words)

  
 Amazon.ca Books: Scunthorpe   (Site not responding. Last check: 2007-10-22)
Scunthorpe and Gainsborough by Ordnance Survey (Map - Oct 7 2002)
Scunthorpe Revisited by Spike Milligan, J. Hobbs, and Jack Hobbs (Paperback - Oct 1 1989)
Scunthorpe and Surrounding Area by Ordnance Survey (Map - Dec 1989)
www.amazon.ca /s?ie=UTF8&keywords=Scunthorpe&tag=bookstore0e86-20&index=books&link_code=qs&page=1   (204 words)

  
 this is scunthorpe - news, entertainment, jobs, homes and cars
Scunthorpe manager Brian Laws hailed Andy Keogh's response to being dropped after the substitute's last-gasp strike earned his side a 1-0 win over Cheltenham.
Scunthorpe Utd 1 v 0 Cheltenham Town - full-time, full commentary!
Click here for a great way to buy and sell in the Grimsby and Scunthorpe areas.
www.thisisscunthorpe.co.uk   (153 words)

  
 Scunthorpe Lincolnshire, tourist information and guide
Scunthorpe, originally five rural villages, the discovery of iron ore in 1860 changed the landscape, creating the industrial town we see today.
The town has many parks and gardens as well as facilities for sport and leisure, with cinemas, a theatre, art gallery and museum.
In the heart of the fast developing North Lincolnshire town of Scunthorpe, south of the river Humber.
www.touruk.co.uk /lincs/lincs_scun.htm   (282 words)

  
 Scunthorpe & District Cats Protection, did you know
Scunthorpe & District Cats Protection, did you know
Did you know: Approximately 80% of all ginger cats are males.
Kittens will start to toilet train themselves as soon as they can walk at around three weeks old.
www.scunthorpedistrictcatsprotection.co.uk /did_you_know.htm   (245 words)

  
 Amazon.co.uk Welcome: Amazon.co.uk / scunthorpe   (Site not responding. Last check: 2007-10-22)
Scunthorpe Hotels Guide -- Compare Scunthorpe hotels, short breaks and special offers.
Scunthorpe United F.C.: The Official Centenary History by John Staff (Hardcover - Sep 1999)
Scunthorpe and Gainsborough (Landranger Maps) by Ordnance Survey (Map - 30 Sep 2002)
www.amazon.co.uk /s?ie=UTF8&tag2=unitedmanchester&keywords=scunthorpe&search-type=ss&index=blended&page=1   (206 words)

  
 Scunthorpe and District Choral Society - Home Page
We put on two main conerts each season plus a concert on the last Thursday night before Christmas, where we are traditionally joined by the Scunthorpe Junior Cooperative Choir and the East Yorkshire Motor Services Brass Band.
New members are welcome so if you are interested please come along or contact the society at info@scunthorpechoral.org.uk.
Without his undoubted musical talent and interpretative abilities we would not be where we are now The same is true of our Assistant Chorusmasters Sue Hollingworth (whose warm-ups are a positive delight!) and Avril Harding, and our Accompanist Maurice Davies who all put in a lot of work on our behalf.
www.scunthorpechoral.org.uk   (394 words)

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