AFC Sudbury's boss is hoping his side can cause Hereford problems as the two sides meet in the FA Trophy on Saturday.
The Suffolk-based club ply their trade in at step three in the Southern League Premier Central but have struggled so far this season at lie 20th with just nine points from 15 games.
But interim boss Tommy Austin and his side have a spring in their step after coming away from league leaders Harborough Town with a point on Tuesday, having twice led.
Looking ahead to Saturday's match at The MEL Group Stadium, 195 miles from Edgar Street, Austin said: "I think the challenge is, can we back it up now because we haven't done all season?
"It would be nice, even a positive performance. We came here tonight and didn't expect much.
"And we said to the lads, they're going to score goals against you. Don't go flat. It happens in this level of football. It's about how you react and how you dig in.
"If we can do that Saturday and cause Hereford problems, it's a free hit for us as a club. See if we can catch them after their four hours of travel. It'll be brilliant."
For Hereford, they will be looking to end their six-match winless run and pick up the £3,750 prize money available to the second round winners.
While the losers will get £1,000 from the prize pot and the sides share gate receipts after expenses, an FA Trophy run will be a welcome boost to the Edgar Street coffers with the club knocked out the FA Cup in the third qualifying round.
And with the Bulls now 20th in the league with just 16 points from 16 games, having only kept one clean sheet, a convincing win would be a confidence boost.
Sudbury, who have 49 teams, have had problems so far this season; they are without a permanent boss, are struggling in the league and have financial worries.
A statement from chief executive Alicja Holland earlier this month said: "Unfortunately, historic overspending on the men's first team and a lack of transparency across the club with other legacy challenges, means we are in the position we are this season with little wiggle room to make adjustments, and any coach coming in will be aware of the financial constraints this season.
"We need supporters' understanding and patience at this transitional time in the club."
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