Scunthorpe United’s second encounter of pre-season will see the side make the short trip to Brumby Hall to face Appleby Frodingham on Tuesday, July 8th, 7pm kick-off.
The Iron will be looking to back up and progress from Friday night's 4-0 win over Bottesford Town, as the early stages of pre-season continue to be a local tour, with visits to Cleethorpes, Gainsborough and Crowle all on the agenda as the Iron look to build up match fitness once more.
Appleby Frodingham are preparing for their second consecutive campaign back in NCEL Division One following their promotion from the Lincolnshire League, and will be looking to build on their maiden season back at Step 6.
The two sides last met in a pre-season friendly back in 2023, although the Iron sent their academy side for the encounter at Brumby Hall. In what was a fairly even battle, it was the hosts who came out on top with a slender 1-0 win.
It has been mainly junior sides that have previously taken on the side, inclusive of a 6-0 win on Boxing Day in 2008, with Matt Godden scoring four of those on the day. You can, however, rewind to a first team fixture back in May 1985, which was Paul Morland’s testimonial.
To purchase tickets in advance, click here. It will also be possible to pay on the night but prices increase to £10 for adults and £5 for concessions. We have been informed by our hosts that there will be a cash and card entrance for those wishing to pay on the gate.
Scunthorpe United Football Club is delighted to confirm that its partnership with HITEK Electronic Materials will continue into the 2025-26 season, with HITEK remaining as the club’s front of shirt sponsors.
This marks the third consecutive campaign with HITEK proudly featured front and centre on three brand new shirts, set to be revealed later this month.
Resonating with success on and off the field, HITEK has been one of the Iron’s principal partners over the last two years, seeing consecutive second place finishes in the National League North, culminating in a promotion at the end of the last campaign.
For 40 years, HITEK has been supplying proven specialist materials, including EMI shielding, bonding, and thermal management, to protect electrical systems. By working with leading manufacturers, HITEK supports the performance of critical systems in some of the most demanding environments.
HITEK’s vision is to be the global partner of choice in advanced electronic materials, delivering innovative, agile solutions and guided designs that safeguard performance in the most demanding Aerospace, Defence, and industrial applications.
HITEK’s Managing Director, Roger Dent, said: “HITEK is excited and proud to continue our role as front of shirt sponsor for Scunthorpe United Football Club in the 2025-26 season.
“It’s been fantastic to be part of the club’s successes both on and off the pitch over the last two years, and our commitment in supporting our local side remains strong and unwavering. We’re looking forward to being part of the journey once more as everyone strives for another successful year.”
Head of Partnerships, Glyn Sparks, said: “We’ve had so many fantastic and memorable moments over the last two years with HITEK as our front of shirt sponsors, and their logo has been seen by thousands both nationally and worldwide, culminating in our Promotion Final victory over Chester at the end of last season.
“Naturally, we are delighted that Roger and HITEK have continued their fantastic partnership with the club. We’re looking forward to having HITEK as part of the journey once more, and look forward to many memories being created in the National League with their logo prominent once more.
“These partnerships are not just for the benefit of the football club, but also aid our sponsors in question too, and it’s been fantastic to see how much HITEK has benefited from our 24 months together so far. Their vision and execution of the growth they’ve experienced has been phenomenal, and we’re looking forward to being part of that for another 12 months.”
Company details:
HITEK Electronic Materials
15 Wentworth Road, South Park Industrial Estate, Scunthorpe, North Lincolnshire, DN17 2AX
Email: sales@hitek-ltd.co.uk
Phone: 01724 851678
Website: www.hitek-ltd.co.uk
The Iron will learn the order in which they will face their Enterprise National League opposition in two days time, with fixtures released on Wednesday, July 9th.
The division sees the Iron return to the fifth tier for what will be only their second at the level after beating Chester in the National League North Promotion Final, with Boreham Wood promoted after winning the southern equivalent. Brackley Town and Truro City won their respective divisions to complete the quartet of sides promoted.
Meanwhile, Carlisle United and Morecambe lost their EFL status to enter non-league after their season of struggles at the bottom of League Two. Southend United also remain in the division following Promotion Final heartache at Wembley, with Oldham Athletic securing an extra time return to the EFL.
Elsewhere, relegated out of the National League, and therefore not one of the Iron's opponents in the forthcoming season, AFC Fylde, Maidenhead United, Ebbsfleet United and Dagenham and Redbridge.
Here's a reminder of the teams within the Enterprise National League in the 2025-26 campaign and their corresponding finishing positions from the last campaign...
Aldershot Town (16th in National League)
Altrincham (9th in National League)
Boreham Wood (5th in National League South)
Boston United (19th in National League)
Brackley Town (1st in National League North)
Braintree Town (17th in National League)
Carlisle United (23rd in League Two)
Eastleigh (13th in National League)
FC Halifax Town (6th in National League)
Forest Green Rovers (3rd in National League)
Gateshead (8th in National League)
Hartlepool United (11th in National League)
Morecambe (24th in League Two)
Rochdale (4th in National League)
Scunthorpe United (2nd in National League North)
Solihull Moors (14th in National League)
Southend United (7th in National League)
Sutton United (14th in National League)
Tamworth (10th in National League)
Truro City (1st in National League South)
Wealdstone (20th in National League)
Woking (15th in National League)
Yeovil Town (18th in National League)
York City (2nd in National League)
To coincide with Fixture Release Day, Scunthorpe United is hosting a business networking event on Wednesday, July 9th, commencing at 12noon in the MKM Executive Lounge.
With the fixtures expected to be released to the club around that time, we are welcoming local businesses to the Attis Arena to celebrate what will be the start of 10 months worth of planning, as the campaign begins to take shape.
Not only will the event give your company the first opportunity to get in and claim a particular match sponsorship, or to see what other commercial partnership opportunities we have, it will also be a chance to network with other like-minded businesses in the area, to share ideas, and to generally have a catch-up to link everyone in the community.
Prior to the fixtures being released, we will welcome first team manager Andy Butler for a brief introductory talk, with the morning hosted by Head of Partnerships Glyn Sparks and other club staff, while refreshments will be provided for the event. Attendees will also be able to hear from a representative of the Board during the time, and be given the chance to network with other businesses in attendance.
To register your interest in attending this event, please email glyn.sparks@scunthorpe-united.co.uk.
