Chairman Tony Shea and his committee have put on record how grateful they are for his commitment over the past five years and have recognised what a magnificent job he has done during his time at the club.

From winning under-18 league titles two seasons on the trot and being cup winners in the same season, to winning the `double` at under-21 level, then taking on the first team joint-manager role with Ritchie Hellen, guiding the team to finish third in the Premier Division, RUR Cup finalists and Sussex Senior Cup semi-finalists in the same season.

Shea said: “Tom`s dedication over the last five years speaks volumes about the man and we will miss him at Nyetimber Lane.

“We wish him all the best for the future”.