Faversham Town manager Ray Turner set to put faith in youth after having to release senior player Adrian Stone
by Alex Hoad
Ray Turner says Faversham will have to increasingly rely on
youngsters this season after having to release a senior forward to
cut costs.
Adrian Stone joined Hastings after Turner was forced to tighten
his purse strings, with the Town boss expected to put his faith in
under-18s striker Kieran Oliver as they seek to secure a play-off
place in Ryman League, Division 1 South.
Turner said: "Stoney has made a significant contribution to the
club. He has been a joy to work with and professional throughout
his time here.
"He scored 16 goals in a side that was in transition last season
and turned down several approaches from other clubs.
"Unfortunately, due to budget restrictions, I have had to make a
tough decision, one which no manager wants to do and that is to
release a player during the season."
Turner backed the club’s young guns to soften the blow of the
experienced former Maidstone man’s departure.
He added: "We have got a couple of young players who are on the
fringes of the first-team now. Kieran Oliver has come in and scored
a couple of goals.
"I am proud of the squad I’ve assembled. I wanted continuity
this season and wanted to build something here and we’re doing
that. Darren Marsden is the only new face we’ve brought in."
However, he warned: "When you are including young players, you
have to be patient.
"It is an exciting time but they are unpredictable. They are
going to shine one week but might not in the next game, whereas
with experienced players they are more consistent and you are
guaranteed a level of performance."
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17/01/13
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