The U18s start the defence of the Midland Youth Cup with group fixtures against Boston United and Chesterfield.
Whilst the home tie against the Spireites, who the young Imps defeated in last season's final, has yet to be arranged, the match against Boston will take place at the Jakemans Stadium, York Street, on Wednesday 31 October 2012, kick-off 7.00pm.
The group winners progressing to the semi-final stage alongside three other regional qualifiers. All group matches must be concluded by November 30.
EAST GROUP 1
Boston United
Chesterfield
Lincoln City
EAST GROUP 2
Grimsby Town
Mansfield Town
Notts County
WEST GROUP 1
Hereford United
Port Vale
Shrewsbury Town
WEST GROUP 2
Chasetown
Burton Albion
Walsall
Further information will be announced in due course.
