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Last Updated: Monday, 22 March, 2004, 12:11 GMT
Pair handed Rovers roles
Kevan Broadhurst
Broadhurst takes over as joint caretaker-boss at Bristol Rovers
Bristol Rovers have appointed Russell Osman and Kevan Broadhurst as caretaker managers until the end of the season reports BBC Radio Bristol.

Osman, who was formerly Bristol City's player-boss, has not been in management since leaving Cardiff six years ago.

Phil Bater had been in charge since Ray Graydon's departure but he reverts to the previous role of first-team coach.

Rovers are just three points from the relegation places after their 1-0 defeat at Boston United on Saturday.

But Osman is confident that he and Broadhurst can prevent the Pirates from dropping into the Conference.

"When you see a club struggling you offer your services and if I thought I'd fail I wouldn't take it on," he told BBC Radio Bristol.

"I spoke to one of the directors a while ago to remind him that I am a local coach and I am available if they needed someone to help out.

"Kevan also knows the leagues well and between us I'm sure we can do the job that needs doing."




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