Gary Whild was manager of Redditch for almost five years

New Kidderminster Harriers assistant manager Gary Whild is relishing the challenge of proving himself after stepping up a level at Aggborough.

Whild left Blue Square North neighbours Redditch to move across Worcestershire and become Steve Burr's number two.

"There are different expectations at a higher level," Whild told BBC Hereford and Worcester.

"But that was what was attractive to me. It is nice to be challenged and I am looking forward to it."

Whild defied critics by keeping Redditch in Blue Square North during his four and a half years in charge but he feels the challenges at Kidderminster will be very different.

"I thoroughly enjoyed my time there although it was a massive challenge as you had your back to the wall for most of the time," he said.

"I took a lot of pride from the fact that we achieved against all the odds by staying in the division while to find some lads who have gone on to full-time football was great.

"But thanks to the people who were there it was a successful time."

Speaking about Burr, Whild added: "I have always had a good relationship with him.

"He was somebody who always took time to speak to me and compliment me on what I was doing at Redditch, so I wouldn't say so much that it was a surprise when he approached me.

"I am happy and it is a compliment to be asked to be involved with what is a good club."

E-mail this to a friend

Printable version