Saunders steps down at Magpies

Shaun Saunders has stepped down as manager of Ryman Premier Peacehaven & Telscombe.

Saunders, pictured, was in his fourth season at the helm at The Sports Park and resigned on Wednesday to spend more time with his family.

After leading the Magpies to the highest level in their history, officials say last season's Ryman South Manager of the Year will still be involved with club development at committee level.

Saunders, who led the Magpies to back-to-back promotion from the Sussex County League to the Ryman Premier, has been succeeded by first-team coach Tony Coade.

Coade faces a tough start to his reign on Saturday when the Magpies travel to Hartsdown Park to take on Ryman Premier leaders Margate.

Image courtesy of www.sussexfa.com

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