Robbins: I want hungry players - EXCLUSIVE INTERVIEW

Sussex County League side Rye United have landed a plum pre-season friendly at Ryman Premier League newcomers Ramsgate next month, writes Stephen McCartney.

Looking forward to the clash at Southwood Stadium on Saturday, 29^th July (3pm), Mike Robbins, the newly appointed manager of the Sussex club admitted he is looking forward to the game against Jim Ward’s back-to-back champions.

In an EXCLUSIVE interview with www.kentishfootball.co.uk  Robbins said: “This will be a fantastic challenge for us, visiting the Rams after back to back promotions.

“Jim and Danny (Ward) are excellent mentors for coaches like myself and their catalyst is a great one to follow.”

Aiden Pursglove, who played under Robbins in Ashford Town’s reserve side last season, will be given an opportunity with the Sussex outfit.

Robbins added: “I will be trying to put together a group of lads who are hungry for success not money.

“Players in the mould of Aiden, who is yet to be tried at this level, need someone to put a little faith in them.

“Our pre-season is fully planned now, and will include many bonding exercises, including the assault course at Hythe.”

Meanwhile, Rye United also travel to Lydd Town (22^nd July) and Bearsted (5^th August).