Grantham Rovers F.C. Explained

Clubname:	Grantham Rovers
Fullname:	Grantham Rovers Football Club
Nickname:	Rovers
Founded:	1884
Dissolved:	1897
Ground:	Harlaxton Road
Owntitle:	Secretary
Owner:	Alf Martin
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Grantham Rovers Football Club was an English team located in Grantham, Lincolnshire that played in the Midland League from 1891 to 1897.^[1]

History

The club was formed in 1884.^[2]

Grantham Rovers disbanded in 1897 after incurring debts of £140.^[3]

Colours

The club wore black jerseys with an amber sash.^[4]

Ground

The club played on the Harlaxton Road.^[5]

Notes and References

1. Web site: Grantham Rovers . fchd.info . 24 June 2020.
2. Book: Alcock . Charles . Football Annual . 1891 . Wright & Co . London . 171.
3. Web site: Granthan Rovers F.C. Disbanded . Lincolnshire Echo . 27 August 1897 . playupliverpool.com . 24 June 2020.
4. Answers to correspondents . Athletic News . 16 October 1893 . 4.
5. Book: Alcock . Charles . Football Annual . 1891 . Wright & Co . London . 171.