COLIN Youngjohns has been named as Kidderminster Harriers' new chairman following Lionel Newton's shock resignation earlier this week.

Youngjohns, who will be 56 next week, is Harriers' longest-ever serving director having been a member of the board for nearly 30 years.

He said: "I was unanimously asked by the remaining board members if I would assume the post of chairman, which I have accepted.

"I am privileged to hold this position though I must point out I never courted this role. It is my role now to try and carry on the terrific work Lionel put into the recent development of this club.

"The Board will now address the financial problems we are experiencing and re-assess the short and long-term strategy of the club.

"This is an important time for the club and we have been pleased that people have suddenly woken up to the fact that we urgently need bigger crowds to support this club at this level of football.

"I would appeal for as many people as possible to make an attempt to come along to our remaining fixtures and show their much-needed support."

Barry Norgrove has taken over as vice-chairman.