It's only June but a delayed start to Brigg Town Football Club's new season has already been confirmed as Coronavirus emergency restrictions on many team sports continue.
The Toolstation Northern Counties East League, in which the Zebras' first team play, is now envisaging a kick off in September but possibly as late as January 2021.
Games are normally played from early August.
On a more positive note for fans, the football authorities say there will be NO 'behind closed doors' games at this level in the pyramid structure.
The FA recognises the importance to clubs of revenue that is generated by bars and food outlets.
Brigg Town FC has a fine licensed clubhouse in which Pips Kitchen serves meals, snacks and beverages.
Picture of the Hawthorns by Neil Stapleton.