Murphy sees huge potential at Steyning

Gerry Murphy is hopeful his stint at Steyning will be a success

Gerry Murphy admitted Steyning Town Football Club's growing ambition was a huge factor behind him becoming boss.

Murphy, who takes over from Alan Skipper after he stepped down earlier this month, takes a first step into senior football management.

A glittering non-league career has seen him assist ex-professional Frank Gray at several clubs, though, he has never gone it alone.

Murphy worked with ex-professional Frank Gray at Grays Athletic, Basingstoke, Woking and Farnborough to name a few but now he feels the time to take a step into management.

The new Town boss believes it won’t be easy, though, he is hopeful his time will be a success.

Murphy said: “I live in the area and Steyning is a real attractive proposition. I’ve assisted Frank at several clubs but never gone it alone and I think this will be a great opportunity for me.

“I’m under no illusions it’s going to be easy, I don’t know too many people at this level so it will take a little time to settle in I’m sure.”