Marc Bridge-Wilkinson has a simple but effective message for his new-look U18s squad this season.
After guiding his side to the FA Youth Cup final in 2020-21 and netting 93 goals in all competitions, the young Reds enjoyed a fruitful campaign and progress was made.
As Bridge-Wilkinson’s charges prepare to welcome Stoke City to the Academy on Saturday for their U18s Premier League North opener, a number of new faces will be on show for the home side.
Ahead of the 11am BST kick-off, read on as Bridge-Wilkinson looks ahead to the new campaign.
On his message to his players ahead of 2021-22…
It’s really simple really: let’s not waste a moment.