It’s been a fantastic season with many highs but it is now time to take the leap into the isthmian league and this is where the hard work starts, even on holiday.
Many managers will say that yes, you are on holiday but never really switch off. Proof of this is my many trips to the 'toilet' to talk to players, all whilst trying to keep it from the misses.
The thing is, football is in us and we will never change, the missus knows that but I atleast make an effort to hide it!

I'm delighted with the players that have committed this season, roughly 95% of our successful team last year. I was confident in them staying as they are our players, our team, our family and hoped they wouldn't leave for the money. The lads mean everything and it’s important for me to reward players that have got us here. Hopefully that togetherness we have at Crowborough will get us through the season.

It's also important that we keep the loyal fans we have from last season, who were nothing short of incredible, but that doesn’t always happen if you drastically change the team.
I’m proud we still have about 14 local players in the squad which is very healthy for training, especially in a higher league where every little extra is essential to survive.
Saying all this, I'm confident in the players we have to easily manage with the Isthmian league, and it’s a time not to be resistant to the change, but to embrace it and grab the opportunity

It's going to be an experience and at times a test, I know. But I can guarantee you will get 16 players giving 100% on the pitch, and the management, club and supporters off it, win lose or draw, which is all any of us can ask.

See you all soon for what is set to be a very exciting season.
(I'll get back to my Pina Colada now