David Doe, assisted by Steve Collins, was appointed as caretaker manager midway through last season following the departure of the previous team manager.

The new Board were keen to install some stability at the club after numerous managerial changes in recent years and after taking time to discuss their options, announced that David Doe and Steve Collins have now been appointed on a permanent basis.

The Board have set clear objectives it wants to achieve this year and is looking forward to seeing what the new management team can achieve with a whole season at the helm.

The club is launching a youth section again as it looks to create a clear player pathway for both its men`s and ladies` sides.

Chairman James Eveleigh said: "This is an exciting time at the club with the new look board setting out to achieve its five-year plan to make the club a success on and off the field. We’d like to congratulate Dave and Steve and hope their reign will be long and successful".