MALCOLM CROSBY knows all about the importance of timing. Twenty-four years ago, the new Gateshead boss was a rookie coach at Sunderland when his friend and mentor Denis Smith was sacked.
MATTHEW BARNES-HOMER says listening to new boss Barry Smith’s plans convinced him to sign for Aldershot – as Brett Williams announced his Shots departure.
THIS time of year might be all about the promoted clubs enjoying their moment in the spotlight, downing the champagne and jetting off to party in Magaluf.