Ollie happy to be Jack-of-all-trades

The Biddestone striker scored 14 goals last season to help his side gain promotion from the Wiltshire League but is now likely to be starting the new campaign in a different position.

McAninch was moved into the heart of the defence in Saturday's

1-1 draw at Cricklade and with the departure of last season's defenders Simon Gardener and Tim Tasker, boss Gary Skidmore has admitted he may have to get used to the role

McAninch, 24, insists he does not mind where he plays and he is just happy to help the team put in whatever way he can.

He said: "I have become known as a versatile player and in my time at Larkhall I played midfield, attack and defence.

"My love of the game is so much I enjoy playing in whatever position I am wanted and if it is for the good of the team I am willing to do it.

"Being versatile can be a problem sometimes because you are often left out when the regulars come back but as far as I am concerned I will play wherever I am needed."

McAninch is no stranger to the centre back role having helped Exeter University reach the British University championships semi finals in two successive years while in defence.

He has also played for Corsham Town and Paulton in defence and is just looking forward to playing in the Screwfix League for Biddestone.

He said: "People are saying we are going to struggle but I think we could surprise people as the team spirit here is better than it has ever been.

"The departures over the summer have brought us closer together and we are looking forward to it.

"We have some very good youngsters at the club but perhaps we could do with adding a bit more experience."

Skidmore was happy with McAninch's performance In Saturday's draw in which Steve Healey was Biddestone's scorer.

He said: "He looked a bit awkward at the start but once he had settled down he played well. At the moment he might have to stay there."