MARK Wilson has bid a fond farewell to South Normanton Athletic after taking over the reigns at troubled Rocester.
Coaches Tommy Leighton, Brian Franks and Chris Green will take charge of the Shiners' trip to Ashby Ivanhoe tomorrow and Wilson is confident they can go on to have a successful season.
He said: "I have always been loyal to the clubs I have managed and believe that I leave South Normanton in a very good position.
"There were a couple of approaches for me last season but I wanted to finish the job, which was getting South Normanton promoted.
"I am looking forward to the challenge at Rocester, though, and wish the Shiners all the best."
South Normanton are currently second in the table, while Holbrook Sports are not too far behind.
They thrashed Stapenhill 7-0 in the league cup in midweek and manager Paul Romney was thrilled with his side, who head to Anstey Nomands tomorrow.
"We were very good against Stapenhill and I thought it was only a matter of time before we inflicted a heavy defeat on someone," he said.
"Although we played well, I do believe there is room for improvement and that there is more to come from this exciting team."
Jake Peverley is unavailable due to work commitments and Paul Fisher serves the last of his six match ban, while Sam Ridgard, Cory Bowler, Ian Wheat and Nduoma Chilaka, who all missed Wednesday's game, come into contention.
Borrowash Victoria host St Andrews, while Graham St Prims head to Holwell Sports.
Vics boss Thom Kellogg said: "We only had four players left from last season when we kicked off and it has taken a while to adjust.
"But things are finally starting to click."
Striker James Rushby will come back into the squad for tomorrow's game.
