Wilson had spells with Queen's Park and Stranraer in his playing days

Eastbourne Borough manager Garry Wilson says their weekend victory will help them keep in touch with the promotion chase in Blue Square Bet South.

The Sports beat Havant & Waterlooville 2-1 on Saturday to move up to 11th in the table.

He told BBC Sussex: "It wasn't perfect, but it was more hard-working. We were much stronger down the spine.

"We'll be chasing the pack most of the season. I don't want to be too far away from them."

Wilson had special praise for midfielder Steve Brinkhurst, who scored a brace to secure the three points for Boro.

"We're rebuilding the squad and blooding a lot of young players this year," Wilson continued.

"It's a big season for Steve.

"We're encouraging him to get forward at every turn and get shots away.

"He was a handful and played the role really well. They were two superbly well-taken goals."

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