BRUCE Scammell has returned to Hamworthy United after accepting an invitation to become club president following the death of David Manuel last month.

Scammell has a long association with the Hammers and previously served the Sydenhams Wessex Premier outfit as vice-chairman and chairman.

Meanwhile, Andy Howard has stepped down from his role as reserve team manager at Bashley and has been replaced by Leon Scott.

On the playing front, Jordan Gallagher has joined Verwood from Hythe & Dibden and made his debut in their 4-3 defeat at Whitchurch on Saturday.

Gallagher could again feature tonight when the Potters host Alresford in the first round of the Sydenhams League Cup (7.45pm).

Former Cherries apprentice Brad Magookin has left Bemerton Heath Harlequins for Brockenhurst, while the Badgers have also signed Tommy Barnes from Totton & Eling.

Ringwood have signed Oliver Clayton from Weymouth, while Jason Collins has reunited with former Christchurch boss Graham Kemp at Bemerton.

Priory host Hampshire Premier League outfit Bush Hill in the first round of the Russell-Cotes Cup at Hurn Bridge tonight (7.45pm).