KINGS Heath were almost back to full strength for Saturday's 2-1 loss to Cheslyn Hay after a period of enforced inactivity.

Frozen pitches accounted for the trip to lowly Alveston, the Boxing Day derby against Lye Meadow landlords Alvechurch and the planned visit of County Sports yesterday.

Dean Lawless' side entertain Shirley Town on Saturday (ko 2.45pm).