MARK Gee has stepped down as North Leigh manager after 18 years in charge of the west Oxfordshire club.

Gee, along with his long-serving assistant Terry Merriman, has left the Evo-Stik Southern League Division 1 South & West outfit due to increasing work commitments.

The Millers won three Uhlsport Hellenic League Premier Division titles, two Oxfordshire Senior Cups and promotion to the Southern League with Gee in charge.

Chairman Pete King said: "I would like to thank them both for all their hard work.

"The club owes an enormous debt of thanks to Mark and Terry for their many years of service."

Anyone wishing to apply for the position should contact King on 07974 991269 or peterjenking@btinternet.com.