By with thanks to Donald Nannestad. Former City goalkeeper John Vaughan, who was part of the Imps’ 1997-98 promotion winning team, has sadly passed away at the age of 62. John began his career as an apprentice with West Ham United and was a member of the Hammers team that won
John Vaughan 1964-2026
John was signed by John Beck in 1996 and was part of the promotion winning team of 1997-8, playing in goal as the Imps beat Brighton 2-1 to assure third place in Division Three. Years Team Apps (Gls) 1982–1986 West Ham United 0 0 1985 → Charlton Athletic (loan) 6 0 1985
BBC Panorama – 1997-8
The state of football in the 1990s and features Lincoln City, John Beck and also Jim Smith. (apologies for the state of the upload – it was recorded from analogue TV via an indoor aerial on night of broadcast.)
Team Shot and Signed Paper – 1997-8
From the Trevor Baumber collection
Exhibit No 600 – a Promotion Winners Shirt – 1997-8
Jason Barnett’s number 2 home shirt from the 1997-8 season and signed by him on the back of it. That season saw the Imps finish in 3rd place – and with Torquay United hitting the post in the dying minutes at Leyton Orient, it was enough for huge celebrations at
2000+ Squadron Issue 2 – 1997-8
The second (and last?) issue from the 1997-8 season.
2000+ Squadron Bulletin Issue 1 – 1997-8
The first newsletter from the clubs brand new membership scheme.
Sponsor’s Plate v Barnet 1997-8
donated by Emma Lanckham A plate in her possession that was presented to the match sponsors at the game against Barnet on Saturday February 21 1998.
Matchball Sponsors Plate 1997-8
Donated by Matt Hardwick.
Lincoln City 1997-8 Framed Signed Shirt
Put up for auction by the Guide Dogs for the Blind charity, Jean Foster won it and has graciously allowed us to present it here.
