Nelson have been drawn at home to fellow Premier Division side Abbey Hey in this season's F.A. Vase.

Having welcomed the squad to pre-season training a little over a week ago, I would like to take this opportunity to greet the Nelson F.C. faithful on behalf of your team.

Last season's "Manager's Club Man of the Year" award winner Alex Mugan has been installed as Nelson's new first team manager.

Nelson were paired with Ashton Athletic for the second consecutive season in the draw for the League Challenge Cup.

It only seems like two minutes since the season ended, but our pre-season friendlies have already been organised.

Applications for the post of manager of Nelson FC are invited until next Wednesday (27th).

Nelson's under 14's romped to a 6-0 cup final win over Park Rangers on Sunday to clinch the Double.

Jon Westall has announced he is vacating the post of Nelson manager.