It's the dawn of a new era at The J.Davidson Stadium, following yesterday's announcement that Neil Gibson and Lee Jones have been installed as Altrincham's new managerial duo on a permanent basis.

It was always going to be a tall order following in the footsteps of Phil Parkinson and Neil Sorvel, but Neil and Lee have made a positive impact that has been felt on and off the pitch since their arrival in an interim capacity a month ago.

Our Enterprise National League results have taken a significant turn for the better, with a goalless draw on the road at Braintree Town followed by maximum points from the next three games to herald a welcome return to winning ways for the team.

As outlined by chairman Mark Luby when the appointment was announced yesterday, the same favourable impression has been felt beyond the changing room and throughout the club, making Neil the ideal candidate to take us forward, with Lee alongside him.

It is a move that has been greeted with widespread approval, but what does Neil make of it all and what are his plans for keeping Alty's fortunes on an upward curve?