It was a hectic Christmas for Non-League managers in the North East after a rather unseasonal-like cull with sackings and departures taking place at all but one of the region’s six clubs in the National League and National League North.
Graeme Lee says his close family ties with Spennymoor Town have played a significant role in his decision to take charge of the National League North club.
Jon Shaw has a new job for the New Year at Blyth Spartans – and there’s three more managerial vacancies up for grabs just down the road in the National League North.