As we go into our final 2 pre-season friendlies (Sat 28th - Nantwich and Mon 30th - Leek Town) the time to trim down the 1st team squad has arrived.
The friendlies serve a purpose for the club and its aim to generate much needed income, but provide stiff tests from teams that will be plying their trade in higher divisions in a months time.

Whilst on paper the results against Port Vale (0-8), Northwich (4-3) and Stafford Rangers (1-5) are disappointing from a 'goals conceded' aspect - they dont tell the full story, with most of last season's defenders being injured and unavailable across all 3 games. Thankfully, these injuries now seem to be clearing up and with 10 days to go until the start of the season, its a welcome boost.

Roll on 4th August and a trip to the seaside........