Aberystwyth appoint McKenzie as manager
Aberystwyth Town have appointed Callum McKenzie as their new manager following relegation from the JD Cymru Premier.McKenzie, who succeeds Antonio Corbisiero, was sacked as manager of mid Wales rivals and fellow relegated side Newtown in April with two games of the season remaining.The Seasiders have been placed in the JD Cymru South for next season after their 33-year stay in the top-flight came to an end."I'm really excited to start working with the players and I'm hopeful that along with the other technical staff, we will be able to be as competitive as possible in the Cymru South next season," McKenzie said.
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