BANDITS APPOINT DICKSON

BERWICK have appointed Stewart Dickson as their new team manager as they commence preparations for the 2024 season.

Dickson, who is also promoter and manager at top-flight club Leicester, joins the Bandits after a stint with Birmingham in the Cab Direct Championship in the second half of the current campaign.

Steven Dews and Gary Flint will continue as promoters at Shielfield Park with Kevin Little, who along with Scott Courtney shared team management duties for much of the 2023 season, returning to his coaching role at the club along with kick-starting the club’s Youth progression system alongside Academy boss Colin Easton.

Dickson said: “I’ve known both the Courtney lads a considerable time along with their dad, Mark and uncle, Sean, and have always had a great relationship with them.

“I always knew that I would be involved in Berwick at some point in my career and I can assure the Bandits fans that this appointment is no second choice/best to Leicester. I’ll be giving my all for both clubs.

“I know the reason they are bringing me in. We have to get away from the foot of the table next season.

“What Scott and Jamie do for the club is unrivalled, but they need someone to manage the team allowing them to concentrate on promoting the club and keeping the ship sailing on race nights and behind the scenes.”