Calls for a replacement for John Trewick, who was relieved of his post as manager at Hereford United yesterday, usually mention someone who is well established in the game. However the budget may not run to a manager with plenty of experience and there are times when a person not so well known can do an adequate job.
It is often forgotten that when Richard O'Kelly was appointed as coach at Edgar Street in June 2002 he was working for the Post Office.
Former scout Ron Jukes was instrumental in persuading O'Kelly to join the Bulls.
"I had signed Richard as a player for Walsall from Alvechurch in 1977 and his intelligent approach to the game as a player had carried over into his coaching," said Jukes in his Superscout book.
"He was working for the Post Office after leaving West Bromwich Albion when I approached him and persuaded him to send his CV to Hereford.
"Initially, his position as a coach was combined with that of physiotherapist, and his bubbly personality made an immediate impact on the dressing room."
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Next Game: Away At Needham On Tuesday February 11th Kick Off 7.45pm