While most managers have a break or think about players and coaching plans during the summer, Esh Winning manager Andrew Soppitt has hardly been away from the club.

Soppitt, who was appointed manager in March, has not only been busy in the signing market successfully chasing players, but he's also been a dab hand with the paintbrush.

Secretary David Thompson said: "Andrew has been very committed to the club since he was appointed. After the season finished, he said he would like to help our volunteers with the ground, and that he would happily help to paint the stands and the dressing rooms. I hope he gets his reward with good results when the season starts."

So if you see the manager at Esh pre- season, will he be holding a colour chart or the coaching plan?