Lee Ealey-Newman will be returning for a third year as Bracknell Bees’ bench coach. Ealey-Newman has played a big part in Bees’ recent successes, as well as coaching the Buzzers (under-10s) team.

Bees coach Dwight Parrish said: “The appointment of a bench coach will allow me to concentrate on playing my own game and leave the match-night coaching to someone I trust. I have a great relationship and understanding with Lee – he’s a great team guy and an exceptional coach.

“Lee has a great temperament and knows how to coach players; he is especially good with the younger players. He knows exactly how to get the best out of everyone.”