Frustrating lull in action for Gainsborough Trinity
There is a ten day lull for Russ Wilcox's Gainsborough Trinity, as the Holy Blues begin the end of season run in, looking to remain in the play-off spots through to the season conclusion.
Defeat away at Hebburn, only Trinity's second defeat in 2026, will sting a little longer, without the immediate opportunity to bounce back.
Wilcox is ready to use this time to prepare his troops properly for the run in. Despite the gap in games, the Holy Blues follow the period of inactivity with another Tuesday- Saturday- Tuesday sequence, coupled with the busy Easter weekend fixture schedule.
The Gainsborough boss admits: "Over the last couple of seasons, we have proved we are better when we play a run of games.
"Momentum plays a massive part, and busy schedules has served us well. I don't really like the break, but we'll have some down time and then prepare properly for Hyde. I'll go and see them at the weekend and do our homework."
The enforced lay off gives a couple of injuries additional time to clear up. Charlie Parks, Sisa Tuntulwana and Bobby Johnson could all be ready by the time Hyde come to town.
"I don't want to put a time on Bobby, but he has been progressing well. Hopefully he doesn't have any setbacks. He would be like a new signing, to have involved again at the business end of the season," added Wilcox.
"It's still early days to talk about Charlie, but we hope he will be available for selection. And Sisa picked up a slight injury in the home game against Leek. We'll have to monitor that carefully, but hopefully there won't be anything to keep him out too long, and he'll be available for selection against Hyde."
On the field, Trinity are well placed, with nine cup finals to go. As well as facing Hyde United home and away, the Holy Blues have away games against Lancaster City, and Stockton & Warrington Rylands.