HALESOWEN Town have appointed club director Mike Burke to the position of vice-chairman.

Burke has been a supporter of the Yeltz for many years and his company, The Big Pet Store, has been the club's main sponsor for the last few years.

Chairman Colin Brookes said: "I am very pleased to confirm that Mike Burke has accepted the position of vice-chairman to Halesowen Town Football Club. I was very sorry when previous vice-chair John Russell stood down a few months ago. I would like to place my gratitude and thanks to John Russell for his support to Halesowen Town Football Club. It was decided to wait until the end of the season before appointing a new vice-chairman."

"Mike's love for the club, hard work and local business connections made him an ideal choice and obvious choice for vice-chairman."