PEZ IS A MARMITE MAN – I LOVE HIM

KYLE PERRY is one of NonLeague’s great characters.

People judged him before they see him play. They think he’s a bad egg or, because he’s a big lad, he’s unfit.

But I can assure you he’s very good. It’s not just how he plays but his game management and how he helps people around him.

He’s unbelievable for morale in the changing room too. It’s much like our keeper Cam Belford, who is good mates with Pez.

I’ve said before, you can’t underestimate the power of these characters. They seem to be a dying breed.

Away fans hate Pez, but the home fans love him. He’s not afraid to embrace it all.

He joined me at Ilkeston and helped us get over the line to win the Midland League title. I wish I’d had him at Nuneaton two years earlier!

I told my players to get round Pez because something always seems to happen.

If I was fast I’d be on the shoulder running in behind him. If I was a No.10 I’d be waiting for the ball to drop down. If I was a winger I’d be getting out wide. He gives loads of options. I’m sure Redditch United fans will soon see that next season.