Bexhill United on the up – just as boss Light predicted

The Pirates are looking good in the top eight of the Southern Combination Premier Division following a come-from-behind 2-1 win over Wick at The Polegrove last Saturday.

Afrer a tight first half, Wick took the lead midway through the second half with a stunning strike from long distance by Jamie Smith.

Bexhill responded almost immediately with a looping header from Evan Archibald.

And the Pirates won it late on through the same player, who got the winner with an excellent turn and finish.

This result extended Bexhill United’s unbeaten run to seven games and positioned them just three points off of the play-off places.

Light, who returned to the Pirates hotseat in the summer after a season away, said: “I said in August that this job wouldn’t be a quick fix but it’s now clear to see the momentum is building nicely.

"As a group we are definitely moving in the right direction with some excellent performances.

"We entertain Loxwood tomorrow at The Polegrove and we know they will be another tough nut to crack.”

Little Common were unable to build on their first victory – reported here last week – when they lost 4-0 at home to Pagham.

It leaves them five points adrift at the foot of the SCFL Premier table. Common host Reigate Priory in the cup next Tuesday.