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CONOR HIGGINSON LEAVES
18th July 2011 10:43


Higginson leaves
mansfieldtown.net, Mon 11 Jul 2011

Conor Higginson has mutually left Field Mill this afternoon, we can announce.

http://www.mansfieldtown.net/page/NewsDetail/0,,10325~2390118,00.html?

The 19-year-old forward, who emerged through our youth ranks from the age of 13, went on to make his first team debut away at Northwich Victoria two years ago.

Conor also played a part in last season's run-in, making eight appearances (five of which were starts), scoring two goals.

Everyone at Field Mill would like to thank Conor for his efforts whilst with us

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Higginson leaves Stags
Nottingham Post, Tuesday, July 12, 2011

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http://www.thisisnottingham.co.uk/Higginson-leaves-Stags/story-12928329-detail/story.html

Conor Higginson has left the club by mutual consent after initially taking up the one-year option on his deal.

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Paul Cox video interview on mansfieldtown.net: It was Conor's decision...

LATER STORY:
Two year chase for teen striker
Monday 18 July 2011

http://www.thestar.co.uk/sport/football/two_year_chase_for_teen_striker_1_3588674

Sheffield FC boss Mark Shaw took his summer signings to five after landing 19-year-old Conor Higginson from Blue Square Premier Mansfield Town.

General manager Ian Whitehorne said: “We have been trailing Conor for two years.

He spent last season on loan at Glapwell, scoring 23 goals. He is a clever, lively forward with an eye for a goal; we're delighted to have him on board.”

 

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