CHRIS Short is returning to Scarborough - the club who launched his Football League career.

The 31-year-old former Pickering Town, Notts County and Sheffield United defender is set to link up with the club on Monday with a view to a full-time return to the McCain Stadium.

Short's brother, Craig, the Blackburn defender, also played at Scarborough and Pickering.

Ben Chapman, on trial from Grimsby, was included in last night's Boro line-up against Middlesbrough.

Former York City star Andy McMillan is set to line up for Northern Counties East League side Pickering Town tomorrow when they entertain Harrogate Town (kick off 7.45pm) in a friendly

Former Scarborough midfielder cum defender Simon Betts has signed for Darlington.

Updated: 13:20 Thursday, July 26, 2001