A COUPLE of last-gasp goals thwarted Pershore Town's hopes of starting the new Midland Combination campaign in positive style.

Steve Brown gave the King George's PF side the first half lead against Nuneaton Griff last Saturday but the visitors levelled in the last minute after Danny Edwards had earlier saved a penalty.

Tuesday night's home date with Southam again saw Town's ranks depleted but they again gave a good account of themselves despite trailing 1-0 at half-time.

Matty Staley's well-judged lob levelled matters in the second half but the Warwickshire outfit snatched the winner with virtually the last kick of the game.

Gary Aldington will be in charge of team affairs for the next few matches with manager Andy Robins unavailable and the assistant boss faces a tough Bank Holiday weekend with matches at Heath Hayes on Saturday and Alveston on Monday (7.45).

There's Midland Floodlit Youth League action for the club's youngsters next Wednesday night when Pershore visit Bromyard Town.

Town's Under-13s girls side are playing in the Mercian League and any new players are invited to attend Thursday night training sessions at the the club from 6.30pm ahead of the first game. Ring Dave or Allison Clasen on 01386 553019 or 07752 331261.