The secret of Burgess Hill’s success: Part 2
Lee Harding (Forward)
What has been the secret to this incredible season?
Mixture of youth and experience and we have a fantastic team spirit – we never know when we are beaten.
How important has Ian Chapman’s management been?
Has been very important as he gets the best out of his players. Also gives great confidence.
Can you name one particular highlight from the season?
Beating Sutton United 3-1 away in the FA Cup
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Hide AdDid you know from the start of the season this was a special bunch of players and that it was going to be such an incredible season?
Yes because we all knew each other very well so we have good team chemistry and we know our games very well and how we play
Which player has stood out for you?
Hard to pick one player because we have all been brilliant but if I had to pick one then it would be Andy Pearson.
Joe Keehan (Midfielder / Vice Captain)
What has been the secret to this incredible season?
We gel well together as a team and work for each other
How important has Ian Chapman’s management been?
He has been outstanding. Tucky has been next to him who has been a great help.
Can you name one particular highlight from the season?
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Hide AdSutton United for me. We played well and won 3-1 against a side two leagues above.
Did you know from the start of the season this was a special bunch of players and that it was going to be such an incredible season?
I knew most of the lads anyway so we knew each other’s games – eg. Good on the ball very quick
Which player has stood out for you?
Josh James has had a great season.
Will Miles (Defender)
What has been the secret to this incredible season?
Team spirit and mix of good age group and characters.
How important has Ian Chapman’s management been?
Very important. Kept players happy all season and has had faith in each individual.
Can you name one particular highlight from the season?
Aldershot in the FA Trophy.
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Nope – only a few new additions from last season so didn’t think it would be as big an improvement
Which player has stood out for you?
Andy Pearson
Josh James (Goalkeeper)
What has been the secret to this incredible season?
Unity of the Players
How important has Ian Chapman’s management been?
So important because of his experience in the game.
Can you name one particular highlight from the season?
Sutton United away as it was our first big cup upset
Did you know from the start of the season this was a special bunch of players and that it was going to be such an incredible season?
I knew a few of the boys from playing with at recent Clubs and knew we would be a tight unit but you can’t expect to have a season like we’ve had – it’s been incredible.
Which player has stood out for you?
Andy Pearson is just fantastic!
Calum Saunders (Forward)
What has been the secret to this incredible season?
Team Spirit
How important has Ian Chapman’s management been?
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Hide AdCrucial – his door’s always open to have a chat and players trust him
Can you name one particular highlight from the season?
Carshalton away – Officially winning the League!
Did you know from the start of the season this was a special bunch of players and that it was going to be such an incredible season?
Yes
Which player has stood out for you?
Josh James – kept us in games, made some vital saves even when he hasn’t had a lot to do during the game.