Sheppey United’s interim boss Ross Wiles had only just taken a step back from football before a call led to him taking over the first team.
Wiles was instrumental in building up Sheppey’s youth section, and last season led the under-18s and 23s to league success but wanted to spend more time with his family, leading to a new role as head of youth development. More: Midson’s parting words after Sheppey exit But with Sheppey in the blood, he was only too happy to help out following the departure of first-team manager Jack Midson.
He said: “Since I stepped back I had been offered a few things, some really interesting projects, but I flatly said no. I didn't step out of football to go and do something elsewhere.
If I wanted to do anything it would be Sheppey. “When you get asked a question like that you have to consider it. I am under no illusion.