26^th May 2005

Scunthorpe United are pleased to announce that Tony Daws is to replace Paul Wilson as their Youth Development Officer.

Tony started his professional career at NottsCounty in 1986 as a centre forward. Since turning pro he has played for Sheffield United, Scunthorpe United (1987-1993), Grimsby Town and Lincoln City and has a wealth of knowledge of football within our region.

After his retirement from the professional game in 1996 he joined Sheffield United as a part time Youth Development Officer and in 2000 became their Assistant Academy and U19 Coach. In 2004 Tony took up the position as Youth Development Officer for Sheffield Wednesday.

" I am delighted to return to Scunthorpe United, where I had 6 fantastic years as a professional. I feel like I am returning home and want to be a part of this ambitious Club moving forward" said Tony Daws.

Club Chairman Steve Wharton commented " We are very fortunate to be able to replace quality with quality. We had that in Paul Wilson and I know that Tony Daws will build on what Paul has achieved and take us on to new levels of excellence.

I would like to say a personal thank you to Paul for the excellent work he has done for Scunthorpe United over the past 9 years and would like to wish him all the very best in his new role at Doncaster Rovers. I know all the staff at Glanford Park will welcome Tony and give him their full support"

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