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Gloverscast #514 - 2026/27 season preview

On the eve of our opening away day against Scunthorpe United, we are thrilled to welcome the Manager Billy Rowley and Assistant Manager Darren Simpson to the Gloverscast for the first time.


As we gear up for a highly anticipated National League campaign, Billy and Darren sit down with us to discuss everything from their tactical philosophy and summer recruitment to the importance of building a unified, ambitious dressing room.


Here is what you can expect in this week's episode:


  • The Managerial Dynamic: Billy and Darren pull back the curtain on their day-to-day partnership, detailing how they divide training sessions, handle tough player conversations and if they ever disagree with one another...
  • Tactical Philosophy & Identity: A deep dive into the style of football the duo wants to bring to Huish Park. Expect insights on possession-based control, aggressive attacking, and the non-negotiable trait of being incredibly hard to beat.
  • Summer Recruitment Strategy: With 15 new faces in the squad, the management team discusses the deliberate strategy behind the overhaul.
  • Pre-Season Reflections: An honest assessment of the pre-season campaign. Billy and Darren discuss the physical demands, the challenge of embedding new tactical ideas, and the process of building team chemistry.
  • Building Character: Why assembling a squad of players with high ambition, character, and a genuine desire to climb the leagues is just as important as technical ability on the pitch.


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