Step 6

This is where you will find all of the Non-League Football Paper’s Step 6 news, opinion and content.

Rochester

Rochester United’s new boss is the best by Miles

Vastly experienced Miles –who has previously worked with Chatham Town, Ebbsfleet United, Rusthall and Faversham Town – was brought in by former boss Lloyd Hume as part of his management team at the Southern Counties East Division One club last November.

Melton Town

Melton Town digging in deep over pitch issues

The playing surface at the club’s ground, Melton Sports Village, has long been a source of frustration among players and supporters alike, with no fewer than 11 games being postponed during the 2019-20 season due to the pitch being deemed as unsatisfactory.

Almondsbury stalwart

Almondsbury stalwart steps down

Bailey, who made more than 520 first team appearances for the Almonds over 17 seasons, and had been in charge for four years, cited work and family commitments.

Staying put

Staying put suits Welton Rovers

The Green Army were second in Western League Division One before the curtailment, but their weighted two-year points per game average was lower than their rivals, meaning a stay in Step 6.