May

[Sweder]

This from today's issue of Viva Lewes:

It was with some alarm that we learnt of the dismissal of former Lewes FC manager Steve King, a week after he had landed the Conference South title, ensuring national level football for the first time in Lewes FC's history.

We understand that King was a victim of his own success. There are numerous additional costs attached to playing at a higher level, including necessary ground improvements, travel costs, policing, and possibly the transition of the players from part to full-time contracts. To help bridge the financial gap, a consortium was invited to participate in the running of the club. The consortium, thought to include England international Gareth Barry, is headed by the former Brighton and Hove Albion marketing director Kevin Keehan. We understand that one proviso of the consortium before signing was that they would organise the management of the playing side of club. Our sources tell us that Mr Keehan himself would like to be team manager, having previously managed the Horsham YMCA reserve team.

It is thought that the majority of the players who played under King will follow him out of the door, and be replaced with younger, Sussex-based players. We will keep you informed of developments throughout the close season. Whatever happens, it is highly likely that when Lewes FC run out for their first match at the Dripping Pan in August, the fans will be singing a chant usually reserved for opponents - 'who the 'kin' hell are you?'.

Speechless
Bandaged feet all round, loosened handguns safely locked away . . .

Horsham YMCA Reserves? Blimey, I managed the Kingston Kestrels U6 to U11 sides in the '90's - we drew 1 - 1 with Brighton & Hove Albion juniors. Maybe I should apply. Or perhaps I should just go down the pub and drown myself in Harvey's. For the love of God . . .