Hellen and Simmonds to replace Lions boss Bennett

Mark Bennett and Richie Hellen / Picture by Roger Smith

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Pagham have appointed Richie Hellen and Tom Simmonds as joint managers for next season after Mark Bennett revealed he was leaving the club.

Bennett, who took over at Nyetimber Lane midway through the 2015-16 season, said he had enjoyed his time in charge of the first team and was grateful for all the support he had receieved.

Hellen, who was Bennett’s No2, and Simmonds, already at Nyetimber Lane in a coaching role, will take over for the new campaign, with Will Searle becoming first-team coach.