Paul Simpson prepares his table-topping Shrewsbury Town side for the acid test of three away games inside a week – admitting: “We’re there to be shot at.”
Ed Foster has backed his Shrewsbury side to put the disappointment of losing top spot in the Birmingham Cricket League’s first division behind them to stay on course for promotion at Cannock on Saturday.
Excited Ellesmere Rangers manager John Rhodes hopes his homework will pay off as the countdown continues to what he describes as “the biggest game in the club’s history.”

Recalled Kelvin Langmead is out to prove his worth to manager Paul Simpson as he prepares for Shrewsbury Town’s home clash against promoted Aldershot on Saturday.
Shawbury United and Ellesmere Rangers are both gearing up for eagerly awaited FA Cup debuts on Saturday.

Rising star Jack Shantry is hopeful he can become the latest member of the family to make it as a professional cricketer after catching the eye of Worcestershire.
Shrewsbury Town boss Paul Simpson has refused to rule out making a move for experienced defender Graeme Lee, who has been released by Doncaster Rovers – while he also revealed there’s money available to enhance his efforts to strengthen his squad.
Hanwood United are hopeful of receiving the green light to make the step up to the West Midland Football League later this month – after rotating their pitch to meet the required criteria.
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Skipper Mattie Morris is already casting an eye towards next season and bouncing back at the first attempt after Shrewsbury’s relegation fate in Midlands Three West (North) was sealed with a game to spare.