2003 Features Index

By: Rob Sedgwick
Date: 13/07/2003

The following feature articles appeared on The Fishy at some point during 2003.

31-Dec-2003: The "Groves Out" Brigade
"The ""Groves Out"" Brigade have once again been prominent in recent days! We look at the latest comments!"
30-Dec-2003: November Player of the Month Winner
Tony Hamilton reveals the identity of the Fishy Player of the Month for November. Who will it be?!
26-Dec-2003: Chance Of A Lifetime!!
The latest offer from Blundell Park is a 'first ever' and may not be repeated - a chance to travel to a game with the players.
25-Dec-2003: Merry Xmas And Thank You!
Our best wishes to our readers from all The Fishy team for Xmas and the new year!
15-Dec-2003: Go With Groves
Hannah Cawsey argues we should look at Paul Groves' achievements as Town manager, rather than dwell on any shortcomings.
09-Dec-2003: Town's AGM Looms
Tony Hamilton looks ahead to Grimsby Town's AGM on the 22nd December at Blundell Park.
08-Dec-2003: November Player of the Month
Tony Hamilton reveals the six candidates for The Fishy's November Player of the Month.
07-Dec-2003: Send A Christmas Card
Send a musical Christmas Card to your friends and family using our electronic facility! Merry Xmas to you all!!
27-Nov-2003: How Lucky We Are!
Billo contrasts Grimsby's financial position with that of several larger football clubs who have fallen by the wayside.
23-Nov-2003: Mentioned Part 56
20-Nov-2003: England's Best?
A chance for you to help decide who was England's best player of the last 50 years.
18-Nov-2003: October Player of the Month Winner
Tony Hamilton reveals the identity of the first Fishy Player of the Month for October. Who will it be?!
18-Nov-2003: The New Fishy!
Billo is looking forward to a future revamp of the Fishy, which should iron out any techincal problems of the last few days.
16-Nov-2003: Mentioned Part 55
16-Nov-2003: Mentioned Part 54
13-Nov-2003: Eighteen Months Later
Tony Hamilton looks back on the last game with Stockport, and how to this day it has affected the life of Martin Pringle
13-Nov-2003: The Trust Sponsorship
GTST is sponsoring the Boxing Day game against Oldham Athletic and to fund it are having a Prize Draw.
13-Nov-2003: Mariners Down Under!
You can find Mariners fans anywhere in the world including Australia. Billo checks out the Mariners Down Under!
12-Nov-2003: Justice For All - Even Footballers!
Billo rants about the new FIFA red card instant suspension rules which will come into place next season.
11-Nov-2003: From The Chairman
Dave Otter, chairman of GTST, replies to the article by Humberston Mariner about the Supporters' Trust.
10-Nov-2003: October Player of the Month
Tony Hamilton reveals the six candidates for The Fishy's October Player of the Month.
06-Nov-2003: The Trust - Another View
Mister X replies to the article by Humberston Mariner about the Grimsby Town Supporters Trust.
06-Nov-2003: What An Own Goal
Humberston Mariner has a rant about the Supporters Trust claiming lack of action!

07-Oct-2003: September Player of the Month
Tony Hamilton reveals the six candidates for The Fishy's September Player of the Month.
05-Oct-2003: Mentioned Part 52

25-Sep-2003: Franchise FC - The Fight Continues!
Football fans from across the country have called upon Pete Winkelman to change the name of his football team.
24-Sep-2003: Rants, Raves and Thank You!
We asked for feedback on any subject and we are pleased to add the latest offering from Fishy readers.
21-Sep-2003: Let's Get Behind Them!
Mike Douglas has his rant after the recent criticism of the Town manager and board and urges fans to support the team!
15-Sep-2003: Should Groves be Sacked?
Billo looks at the question of whether Paul Groves' contract should be terminated after the Hartlepool debacle.
15-Sep-2003: Groves Should Go!
Denby looks at the latest problems surrounding Grimsby Town's management situation, and decides Groves should go.
11-Sep-2003: Situations Vacant!
To date there has been no news regarding the striker that Paul Groves is seeking. Billo wonders why!
09-Sep-2003: International Mariners!
The Fishy's Tony Hamilton has started the International Mariners list. Your input is needed!
09-Sep-2003: Do It In Style!
Here's a great day out for you in a Blundell Park Executive Box if you have a special day coming up.
07-Sep-2003: August Player of the Month
Tony Hamilton reveals the six candidates for The Fishy's August Player of the Month.
03-Sep-2003: The Shame Of Football
Notts County have six days to find a backer or go out of business. Billo looks at the ramifications.

19-Aug-2003: Where Are They Now: Kevin Drinkell
In another of our series on 'Where Are They Now?' Tony Hamilton talked to Kevin Drinkell.
12-Aug-2003: Dr Fishy's August Depth Chart
Dr Fishy has devised an invaluable aid in picking the optimal Grimsby team from the players available to Paul Groves.

30-Jul-2003: An Interview With John Ward
In another of our series on 'Where Are They Now?' Tony Hamilton talked to John Ward.
27-Jul-2003: 2003-2004 Away Price Guide
How much does it cost to get to each Grimsby away game? Do they do concessions? We have all the answers.
25-Jul-2003: Can We Really Do It?
Christopher Laisher looks at the season ahead and casts doubt on our ability to regain Divison 1 status at the first attempt.
22-Jul-2003: Can Town Use Their Crewe For Promotion?
Grimsby Town CAN gain an automatic promotion spot next season, as Crewe have shown by their success during the 2002/3 season.
22-Jul-2003: Where Are They Now?
The Fishy has been talking to some of the ex-players of Grimsby Town to see where they are now and about their time at BP.
21-Jul-2003: We Are Good Enough!
Ross Pickersgill refutes the notion that Town are not good enough to mount a challenge at the top of Division Two.
21-Jul-2003: Your Very Last Chance For Fame!
While everyone else might get their 15 minutes of fame, a whole year of fame awaits one Mariners' fan!
20-Jul-2003: Are We Good Enough?
Ray Lucas expresses his doubts over whether Grimsby are good enough to challenge for a Division Two promotion place?
19-Jul-2003: We Need a Veteran!
Tony Hamilton argues that history shows a veteran or two is just what the doctor ordered to help Town out of Division Two
18-Jul-2003: Deja Vu? How This Summer Compares To Six Years Ago
How does this summer compare to the one six years ago, when Buckley built a squad and won promotion back to division 1?
13-Jul-2003: The Fans’ Stadium
Football fans of all creeds and denominations have the chance to buy shares in AFC Wimbledon by Friday 18th July.
08-Jul-2003: How The Football League Prepare The Fixture Lists!
When do you think work starts to prepare the fixture list? Try 2 YEARS in advance.
03-Jul-2003: Keeping Tabs
In the third of his series trying to identify Paul Groves' transfer targets, Tony Hamilton turns to the position of 'keeper.
02-Jul-2003: Looking Forward
Tony Hamilton peers into his crystal ball once again to try and determine the identity of Town's mystery new striker.
02-Jul-2003: Thanks Leicester!
Nathan Baxter was delighted to see Leicester City take Town 'keeper Danny Coyne off our hands.
01-Jul-2003: The Martin Pringle Update
Tony Hamilton takes a look at former Town striker Martin Pringle, who infamously ended his career at Blundell Park.

29-Jun-2003: Getting The Crystal Ball Out
Tony Hamilton peers into his crystal ball in an attempt to see who Paul Groves' mystery midfield target might be.
22-Jun-2003: Who Am I - Part 4
Here we go with part 4 of 'Who Am I'. How good are you at picking who is who?
14-Jun-2003: Free Shirt Offer - Order Here!
Would you like a free home or away Town shirt? Then you are in luck. Subscribe to Mariners World and you'll get one.
18-Jun-2003: Who Am I? - Part 3
Here we go again with part 3 of 'Who Am I'. How good are you are picking who is who?
10-Jun-2003: Who will he Buy? Part Five
Buoyed by his earlier successful prediction, Richard Hubbert takes another look into the murky world of the transfer market.
08-Jun-2003: A Star Is Born!
Richard Lord, a feature writer for the Fishy, is now the newest presenter on Mariners World.
08-Jun-2003: Who will he Buy? Part Four
Richard Hubbert takes another look at Paul Groves' prospective summer signings, weighing up who could be arriving at BP.
05-Jun-2003: Who Am I ? - Part 2
Part 2 of 'Who Am I?' featuring the Fishy regulars. Can you guess who they are?
02-Jun-2003: Who Am I? The Gallery
Have you ever wondered what people, who you talk to every day, look like? Your chance to guess who's who on the Fishy!

31-May-2003: The Rights or Wrongs of Wilko
Tony Hamilton weighs up the pros and cons of Paul Wilkinson's dismissal, and comes to the conclusion it was good for the club.
31-May-2003: Who will he Buy?
Richard Hubbert takes a look at Paul Groves' prospective summer signings, weighing up who could be arriving at BP.
31-May-2003: End Of Season Affective Disorder
Barclaycard research says that two thirds of UK football fans will experience symptoms of depression in the summer months.
30-May-2003: The Share Issue - An Explanation!
There appears to be some misunderstanding about the GTFC share issue and what fans are actually getting for their money.
28-May-2003: Who will he Buy? Part Two
Richard Hubbert takes another look at Paul Groves' prospective summer signings, weighing up who could be arriving at BP.
28-May-2003: Dr Fishy's Summer Depth Chart
Dr Fishy has been looking at the potential squad Paul Groves could have at his disposal next season.
28-May-2003: Spilling The Beans!
The following article is a report of a conversation that took place with a Grimsby Town player last season.
27-May-2003: Fishy Feedback Time!
Fishy Feedback on the Tony Hamilton article about Lennie Lawrence and the comparison with Paul Groves.
25-May-2003: Keeping up with the Lawrences
Tony Hamilton sat in front of the TV watching Lennie Lawrence's Cardiff win the play-offs and wondered what might have been.
24-May-2003: Who will he Buy? Part One
Richard Hubbert takes a look at Paul Groves' prospective summer signings, weighing up who could be arriving at BP.
23-May-2003: What's Going On?
Steve Carlton wonders what is going on at the club and why young players are being released by Town.
23-May-2003: Disaster At Blundell Park!
Mertle condemns the club's decision to cut the measly wages in the Blundell Park youth system.
23-May-2003: Need A Goalkeeper? Apply Here!!
If there is one thing Grimsby Town is not short of it is goalies! Tony Hamilton looks at the collection!
23-May-2003: The FA Cup - The Jewel In The Crown?
Today brings what was once the jewel in the crown of English football. The FA Cup.
12-May-2003: The Rumour Season Commences!
Tony Hamilton reminds us that it is that time of year when crystal balls, tarot cards and 'sauces' come into play.
11-May-2003: Mentioned Part 51
09-May-2003: Roeder, Ferguson and Groves??
Billo looks at the reasons for Terry Cooke's absences and wonders why he failed to feature much last season.
08-May-2003: Sayonara Mr Groves!
Graham Howes has consulted the record books to confirm that we have just finished one of the worst seasons in history!
07-May-2003: Another Summer of Discontent
Tony Hamilton looks ahead to a turbulent summer now that Grimsby have been relegated to Division Two.
06-May-2003: April Player of the Month
Your final chance to vote this year in The Fishy Player of the Month award for April 2003.
05-May-2003: Mentioned Part 50
05-May-2003: Cod Head of the Week
The latest Cod Head of the Week is Peter Salsbury, who has been supporting Grimsby Town since the 1950's!
01-May-2003: An Evening with TOMMY "THE DOC" DOCHERTY
The Grimsby Town Supporters Trust invite you to a great night out with Tommy Docherty!

27-Apr-2003: Fishy Player of the Year Winner
The Fishy's readers have voted for their Player of the Year, which will be presented at the Winter Gardens on Tuesday.
27-Apr-2003: The Fishy "Special Achievements" Awards!
The Fishy presents special achievement awards to those players who have contributed to the campaign for relegation.
16-Apr-2003: Milestone For "Fishy"
The Fishy has now reached 5,000 pages making it one of the largest supporters sites on the net.
14-Apr-2003: Cod Head of the Week: Phil Morgan
The latest Cod Head of the Week is Phil Morgan, who wouldn't miss a Town game for a wedding or a birthday!
14-Apr-2003: Fan Power - The Future!
Mariners fans have an opportunity to be part of the future of Grimsby Town. Will they take it?
08-Apr-2003: March Player of the Month Winner
The Fishy's Player of the Month for March can be revealed in our unique award voted for by readers of this site.
07-Apr-2003: Danny Coyne Mystery Move?
Can it be true? Is Danny Coyne moving to the Middle East without his shirt?
06-Apr-2003: We Need A Result Against This Lot!
Richard Lord looks at the recent history between Grimsby and Wolves - and an intersting statistic about evening home games!
03-Apr-2003: Slipped Through The Net Survey
The Fishy would like to know what you thought of the "Slipped Through The Net" series.
01-Apr-2003: David Smith Fans Piece
A fan's view of former Grimsby Town player David Smith, as part of the "Slipped Through the Net" series.
01-Apr-2003: David Smith Interview
Richard Lord caught up with David Smith to talk about his time at Blundell Park.
01-Apr-2003: Slipped Through the Net: David Smith
An exclusive interview with David Smith as part of The Fishy's new "Slipped Through the Net" series.

30-Mar-2003: Mentioned Part 49
30-Mar-2003: March Player of the Month
Vote for the month's best Town player. The winners will go towards the Fishy's player of the year at the end of the season.
30-Mar-2003: Kevin Donovan Fans Piece
A fan's view of former Grimsby Town player Kevin Donovan, as part of the "Slipped Through the Net" series.
30-Mar-2003: Kevin Donovan Interview
Richard Lord caught up with Kevin Donovan to talk about his time at Blundell Park.
30-Mar-2003: Slipped Through the Net: Kevin Donovan
An exclusive interview with Kevin Donovan as part of The Fishy's new "Slipped Through the Net" series.
30-Mar-2003: Slipped Through the Net
Seven former Grimsby Town players have been interviewed about their time at the club in a return of the popular series.
30-Mar-2003: Aidan Davison Fans Piece
A fan's view of former Grimsby Town player Aidan Davison, as part of the "Slipped Through the Net" series.
30-Mar-2003: Aidan Davison Interview
Richard Lord caught up with Aidan Davison to talk about his time at Blundell Park.
30-Mar-2003: Slipped Through the Net: Aidan Davison
An exclusive interview with Aidan Davison as part of The Fishy's new "Slipped Through the Net" series.
30-Mar-2003: Clive Mendonca Fans Piece
A fan's view of former Grimsby Town player Clive Mendonca, as part of the "Slipped Through the Net" series.
30-Mar-2003: Clive Mendonca Interview
Richard Lord caught up with Clive Mendonca to talk about his time at Blundell Park.
30-Mar-2003: Slipped Through the Net: Clive Mendonca
An exclusive interview with Clive Mendonca as part of The Fishy's new "Slipped Through the Net" series.
30-Mar-2003: Wayne Burnett Fans Piece
A fan's view of former Grimsby Town player Wayne Burnett, as part of the "Slipped Through the Net" series.
30-Mar-2003: Wayne Burnett Interview
Richard Lord caught up with Wayne Burnett to talk about his time at Blundell Park.
30-Mar-2003: Slipped Through the Net: Wayne Burnett
An exclusive interview with Wayne Burnett as part of The Fishy's new "Slipped Through the Net" series.
30-Mar-2003: Bradley Allen Fans Piece
A fan's view of former Grimsby Town player Bradley Allen, as part of the "Slipped Through the Net" series.
30-Mar-2003: Bradley Allen Interview
Richard Lord caught up with Bradley Allen to talk about his time at Blundell Park.
30-Mar-2003: Slipped Through the Net: Bradley Allen
An exclusive interview with Bradley Allen as part of The Fishy's new "Slipped Through the Net" series.
30-Mar-2003: Michael Boulding Fans Piece
A fan's view of former Grimsby Town player Michael Boulding, as part of the "Slipped Through the Net" series.
30-Mar-2003: Michael Boulding Interview
Richard Lord caught up with Michael Boulding to talk about his time at Blundell Park.
30-Mar-2003: Slipped Through the Net: Michael Boulding
An exclusive interview with Mick Boulding as part of The Fishy's new "Slipped Through the Net" series.
30-Mar-2003: Farewell John Oster! (Latest Reports)
The failure to sign John Oster was not a great surprise and he has now moved on to seek greener pastures.
27-Mar-2003: Park Life
"Park Life" is a new Grimsby Town Football Club magazine that will be on sale soon from the Club Shop and elsewhere.
27-Mar-2003: What Is The Real Situation Regarding Oster?
Billo asks what the real situation is concerning the Board's refusal to take up the John Oster free transfer.
24-Mar-2003: Cod Head of the Week: Dave Pearce
The latest Cod Head of the Week is Dave Pearce, who has been supporting the Mariners since 1947!
23-Mar-2003: Mentioned Part 48
21-Mar-2003: Slipped Through The Net
The Fishy is proud to present Slipped Through The Net. It's back - once again bringing you in-depth interviews!
19-Mar-2003: Football and Television - Time for a Change!
Fans representatives from all footie clubs will be lobbying MPs on 1st Apr over television. This is your chance to join them!
17-Mar-2003: Away Day Blues
Nick Osborne is sick and tired of the unfair treatment of away fans across the board in Division One.
17-Mar-2003: Cod Head of the Week: Mark Worrall
The latest Cod Head of the Week is Mark Worrall, who has been supporting the Mariners for nearly twenty years.
16-Mar-2003: February Player of the Month Winner
The Fishy's Player of the Month for February can be revealed in our unique award voted for by readers of this site.
16-Mar-2003: Mentioned Part 47
15-Mar-2003: The Survival Stakes!
Relegation will prove to be most costly this season with clubs missing out on their hardship money.
12-Mar-2003: Our Just Desserts
Dave Pearce looks at where Town can go with only 6,000 real supporters in Division One.
10-Mar-2003: Cod Head of the Week: Tony Hamilton
The latest Cod Head of the Week is Tony Hamilton, who has been supporting the Mariners for over two decades.
10-Mar-2003: Groves Must Go - Maybe!
Tony Hamilton looks at the managerial position and suggest that Groves should be sacked.. Maybe!
10-Mar-2003: Subbuteo Or The Real Thing?
Swin has a long hard look at our chances, after supporting the Mariners for 45 years, and finds little to cheer about!
09-Mar-2003: Mentioned Part 46
09-Mar-2003: February Player of the Month
Vote for the month's best Town player. The winners will go towards the Fishy's player of the year at the end of the season.
08-Mar-2003: Where Do We Go From Here?
Steff Keightley believes the answer to Town's problems could be solved by going into administration to emege a leaner club.
08-Mar-2003: Playing with the Play-Offs
Football league chairmen are to vote on major changes to the play-off system, which could involve up to six teams.
07-Mar-2003: "If I were Groves...."
Richard Lord evaluates what he would do if he was in Paul Groves' position. Oh, what a task!
07-Mar-2003: I Love Grimsby !
Mark Dillerstone talks about Grimsby Town and the things he loves best about the Mighty Mariners!
04-Mar-2003: Can Groves Survive?
Billo thinks it's time to go for Paul Groves after Tuesday's humiliating 4-1 defeat by Sheffield United.
04-Mar-2003: The Silent Minority!
Billo calls upon the board of Grimsby Town Football Club to inform their customers of the situation regarding the new stadium
03-Mar-2003: Cod Head of the Week: Kyle Young
The latest Cod Head of the Week is Kyle Young, who has been supporting the Mariners since the age of six.
02-Mar-2003: Supporters' Lobby of Parliament
Fans representatives from all footie clubs will be lobbying MPs on 1st Apr over television. This is your chance to join them!
02-Mar-2003: Mentioned Part 45
02-Mar-2003: Good Or Bad Things
Tony Hamilton thinks a "Keep John Oster" campaign might make the difference between Grimsby staying up or going down.
02-Mar-2003: Play The Game!
Billo chastises Grimsby fans who boo individual players at games, calling for a halt of the practise.

28-Feb-2003: More Than Just A Coincidence?
Richard Lord looks into the past few meetings between Coventry and Grimsby and believes he knows the future!
27-Feb-2003: BP An Old Age Relic!
Mertle has been researching football grounds and he comments on the situation at Grimsby Town's Blundell Park!
25-Feb-2003: Martin Pringle Talks to the Fishy!
The Fishy's Tony Hamilton talks with Martin Pringle about his past and future in football.
24-Feb-2003: Cod Head of the Week: Mike Gray
This week's Cod Head Mike Gray lives 30 miles away from Blundell Park but still gets to 30 games a season.
23-Feb-2003: Mentioned Part 44
23-Feb-2003: Mentioned Part 43
23-Feb-2003: The Phoenix Arises!
Graham Howes looks to dispel the demons of doom in the Mariners' ranks over the "Little Grimsby" mentality.
18-Feb-2003: Special Brew!
The GTFC Supporters Trust has got together with a local brewery in Grimsby to produce a special beer - but it needs a name!
18-Feb-2003: An Invitation To Join Grimsby!
Richard Lord believes the arrival of a high-profile player at Blundell Park would benefit both parties.
17-Feb-2003: Cod Head of the Week: Kristine Fitzjohn
Kristine Fitzjohn is 18 years old but has already supported Grimsby Town for over a decade.
16-Feb-2003: Mentioned Part 42
15-Feb-2003: Big Night Out!!
The Grimsby Town Supporters Trust invite you to to a big night out with the opportunity to win cash!!
12-Feb-2003: January Player of the Month Winner
The Fishy's Player of the Month for January can be revealed in our unique award voted for by readers of this site.
10-Feb-2003: Cod Head of the Week: Scott Pannell
In the third of a new series, archeology student Scott Pannell is our Cod Head of the Week.
09-Feb-2003: Mentioned Part 41
Mentioned Part 41
05-Feb-2003: January Player of the Month
Vote for the month's best Town player. The winners will go towards the Fishy's player of the year at the end of the season.
03-Feb-2003: Cod Head of the Week: Ian Blakemore
In the second of a new series, Ian Blakemore studying at Lincoln University is our Cod Head of the Week.
02-Feb-2003: Mentioned Part 40
02-Feb-2003: Mentioned Part 39

29-Jan-2003: Are We Missing Bradley Allen?
Graham Howes looks at the situation facing Town without a player like former striker Bradley Allen.
27-Jan-2003: Livvo's Lost It!
Tim and Mick have their rant after Steve Livingstone's sending off during Saturday's game with Bradford.
27-Jan-2003: Cod Head of the Week: Nick Bagshaw
Cod Head of the Week has returned with a new series, starting with Nick Bagshaw who lives in Ascot.
26-Jan-2003: Mentioned Part 38
26-Jan-2003: Mentioned Part 37
22-Jan-2003: Wear Your Shirt At Work!
Grimsby Town Football Club and St Andrew's Hospice are getting together to raise money for the Hospice.
21-Jan-2003: Time To Support!
Nutwig says it's time to stand by your man and support Paul Groves and the lads.
20-Jan-2003: December Player of the Month Winner
We can now reveal who won the December Player of the Month award, as voted by the Fishy's readers!
20-Jan-2003: Cash Wasted?
Billo wonders if we should be loaning defenders instead of midfielders follwing the news that Curtis Woodhouse is a target.
17-Jan-2003: The Great Coates Rip Off!
N.E.Lincs Council have warned the devloper and the club that the project cannot go ahead if the 106 Agreement is not signed.
17-Jan-2003: The 106 Agreement
This Agreement lays down the conditions the NE linc Council are imposing on the developer in return for planning permission.
13-Jan-2003: What Happens Next?
Humberston Mariner wonders what the next moves will be by the board of GTFC after the recent upheavels.
11-Jan-2003: December Player of the Month
Vote for the month's best Town player. The winners will go towards the Fishy's player of the year at the end of the season.
06-Jan-2003: Is A Trust A Good Idea?
Humberston Mariner has his rant about the GTST and wonders if it is a good idea.
04-Jan-2003: GTST - Where We Are Now
GTST bring you up to date on where things stand at the moment after November's public meeting.
02-Jan-2003: In Town We Trust!
Billo looks at the future of the trust and what appears to be the club's lack of understanding of what it is all about.

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