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Diary - Tuesday 3 May 2011

3 May 2011

The previous diary was written so long ago it seems, but it was only last Friday; Friday last week, but also the last Friday of last month. And now it was "last season", as Town ended their campaign with a 2-1 defeat at promotion play-off contenders Wimbledon. It's OK to shrug, you know - you're not alone. And being not alone is very much a Town thing this season, with the club boasting a top three following at away games during this campaign - certainly the club was a contender in one way with such a fanatical following. Well done, fellow Mariners. Let's just try to take those rare moments of awesome in an otherwise unforgettable season, and hold them in memory.

A decent few of those glimmers of light came from the shimmering feet (and, occasionally, head) of Alan Connell, whose 29 goals tapped, slapped, and nodded in this season will not go unnoticed by rival club managers. Connell is wise enough to recognise that his future at Grimsby Town isn't down to him but the Mariners' managers - no doubt based upon whether they can build a side this summer that can challenge next season or if they decide to cash in on their prized asset if a suitable offer is received.

Whether Connell is here or there, today is when his teammates found out if they have a future at GTFC. The public will be informed "around 2:30 today" on the SNOS. If this is very soon for the outs, we will have to wait for the ins, reckons Paul Hurst. That's how football works. Hopefully there isn't a massive clearout which leaves the managers in a tight position a week before the new season starts, a la Newell.

Let's just see what happens...