Former Corby Town boss Gary Setchell takes up new role at Harborough Town

Setchell quit as Steelmen manager just before Christmas following budget cuts at the Step 4 outfit that saw much of the playing staff leave the club.

He had spent three years at the helm at Steel Park, guiding Corby to the Pitching-In Northern Premier League play-off final last season, and prior to that he had also guided Bedford Town to a league title, and spent seven successful years at King's Lynn Town.

During his time in Norfolk, Setchell guided the Linnets to two promotions.

As a player, Setchell spent most of his time at Conference level, enjoying stints at both AFC Rushden & Diamonds and Kettering Town.

On announcing the appointment, a Harborough Town statement read: "In his new role at Harborough, Gary will work closely with the first-team management and club leadership to shape recruitment strategy, support player development and align the club’s long-term footballing vision with its ambitions on the pitch.

"This appointment reflects the club’s commitment to continued progression and strengthening the football structure as we look to build on recent seasons."

Setchell wrote on social media: "I am delighted for the opportunity to join such a progressive club with great ownership a top manager and staff and exciting group of players.

"It is something new away from the dugout, but looking forward to helping Mitch Austin and Harborough Town to keep progressing year on year."

Setchell joins an ambitious Harborough set-up.

The Bees, who last season reached the second round of the FA Cup and took league one side Reading to extra-time before losing, are currently the Premier Central title favourites.

Auston’s side are second in the table, four points adrift of leaders Spalding United, but they also have four games in hand.

The Bees reached the play-off semi-final last season, before losing on penalties to Kettering Town.