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McCain Stadium - Scarborough FC
The Athletic Ground, latterly known as the McCain Stadium, was a football stadium located on Seamer Road in Scarborough, North Yorkshire, England. It was the home of Scarborough F.C. a defunct football club who last played in the English Conference North before they were dissolved on 20 June 2007 with debts of £2.5 million.
The venue was first opened in 1898, when Scarborough F.C. moved from playing at Scarborough Cricket Club. In 1988, under a sponsorship deal, the club sold the naming rights of the Athletic Ground to McCain Foods and, until its closure in 2007, the stadium was known as the McCain Stadium. Due to the sponsor, the ground was nicknamed the "Theatre of Chips".
The ground was the venue for twenty-four Scarborough fixtures, that had in excess of 6, 000 spectators. The biggest attendance was in January 1938, vs Luton Town in the FA Cup, the crowd recorded was 11, 162. Sports Stadia Art is dedicated to bringing you this stunning collection of stadium artwork. © Sports Stadia Art Ltd
Media ID 32425546
Filename: McCain Stadium - Scarborough JKM.jpg
Size: 1705 x 1148 (3.0MB)
Date: 20th August 2023
Source: Sports Stadia Art
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This print showcases the historic McCain Stadium, once home to Scarborough FC, a beloved football club in North Yorkshire, England. Nestled on Seamer Road, this iconic venue holds a rich sporting legacy that spanned over a century. Originally established in 1898 as the new home for Scarborough FC after their departure from Scarborough Cricket Club, it became an integral part of the town's identity. In 1988, an exciting sponsorship deal saw McCain Foods acquire naming rights for the Athletic Ground, forever transforming it into the renowned McCain Stadium. Affectionately known as the "Theatre of Chips" due to its association with the sponsor's famous product, this ground witnessed countless thrilling matches and unforgettable moments. With a capacity exceeding 6,000 spectators during its prime years, this stadium was no stranger to electric atmospheres. The highlight came in January 1938 when Scarborough FC faced off against Luton Town in an exhilarating FA Cup clash that drew an astonishing crowd of 11,162 passionate fans. While Scarborough FC sadly dissolved on June 20th, 2007 due to crippling debts amounting to £2.5 million pounds; this print serves as a poignant reminder of their glorious past and enduring spirit. A true testament to both sporting history and community pride within Scarborough itself.
