SPENNYMOOR Town have announced a new management pairing of Anthony Johnson and Bernard Morley. 

Johnson and Morley have been appointed with immediate effect. They have been in charge at fellow National League North side Chester and League Two side Salford City over the course of their careers but the pair were relieved of their duties at the Deva Stadium last month following three years at the club.

The appointment comes following the departure of Tommy Miller who left the club earlier this week. Their first game in charge comes against Radcliffe in the FA Trophy. 

Spennymoor Chairman Brad Groves said: “We had incredible levels of interest in the role and some exceptional candidates applied.  We are grateful and humbled by the interest, which only confirms the work we have delivered over the last decade to build our brand and community club to being the pride of County Durham.

“Initiatives like ‘affordable football for all’; our ground development project; partnerships with colleges and community groups; and our work with supporters have made us the club we aspired to be.

“When we met it was clear to all parties that they were the right people to deliver the change we are looking for.

“Their history of rapid progress and record-setting achievements fits with the culture of our whole group and I have no doubt their impact on the squad will be profound.

“We have all been spoiled at Spennymoor Town and this season is the first time we have struggled.

“Despite a poor run, we’re still within touching distance of the play-offs and a real boost is all we need to get our season back on track.

“Anyone who knows non-league football knows what to expect from Anthony and Bernard’s arrival and I think that speaks volumes of their achievements.

“It’s an exciting time for the club and I know our supporters will get behind the lads and the players from the off next weekend.

“Together with Jason (Ainsley) and Tony (Wilson), I believe we now have the ideal team in place to deliver our short and long term goals.”