Wright backs Henbury new boy Bokoto

GLOUCESTERSHIRE COUNTY LEAGUE: Jairzinho Wright is backing Molami Bokoto to prove a big Henbury hit after plucking him from Suburban League football.

Wright was impressed with the performance of the 19-year-old striker when he played against them for Old Georgians in a recent friendly.

Now, having bagged a goal on his debut in Henbury's 3-1 victory at Chipping Sodbury last weekend, the youngster is set to partner Andrew Puchowski up front in tomorrow's home clash against a new-look Hanham Athletic outfit, who are eager to make headway under former Bristol Athletic manager Carl Hart.

Wright said: "Molami approached me while watching one of our reserve games and expressed an interest in signing for us, and I was delighted because he'd impressed me a lot when he played against us for Old Georgians."

New Hanham boss Hart said: "Our performances are getting better by the week. I'm sure we can surprise a few people given the squad we are assembling."

Highridge United, without a win since the first day of the season, entertain league newcomers Kingswood, while struggling Patchway Town will be desperate for three points at home to Taverners.

DRG Stapleton boss Tim Britton, whose side visit Yate Reserves, is delighted to have prolific striker Aaron Taynton and central midfielder Martyn Nicholls back on board after injuries.

"Both scored twice last weekend (in the 4-1 defeat of Brimscombe) and it's good to have them back," he said.

● The Gloucestershire County League representative team warmed up for their national finals clash with Southern Counties at Barnet a week tomorrow with a 3-2 defeat against the Somerset County League at Portishead. Yate's Justin Cattle and Patchway's Luke Garbacz were the Gloucestershire scorers.