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Dec 2020
Harrogate Town's game against Carlisle last night was abandoned after just 10 minutes when the referee decided the pitch was unsafe.
The club had asked volunteers to clear snow at its ground on Wetherby Road before a 5pm pitch inspection,
Their efforts appeared to be rewarded when referee Martin Coy agreed to let the match kick off at 745pm.
There was more good news for the 576 home fans when midfielder Connor Kirkby scored in the first minute to give Town the lead — but minutes later the match was abandoned due to the icy conditions.
Manager Simon Weaver described the referee's decision as "frustrating". He added:
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If the Harrogate district is placed in a higher tier today, it would mean last night's fixture was the final match supporters could attend until restrictions are eased again.
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