"The visit has been about ten times more useful than I imagined it would be and I would like to thank Aidy, his staff and everyone at Colchester United for allowing us to take up their time," he said.

"We have learnt a lot from Aidy, including decision making processes and the clarity of what he does and what he expects from his players. His enthusiasm shines though as well and that, as well as the knowledge he has, can be bought into what we are doing with our team, coaches and players alike."

That session took place at the Garrison in the town and Kevin took great delight in the fact that he was hoping to improve the RAF team in 'enemy territory'.

The RAF are the reigning Inter-Service Champions, the Army and the Navy being their opposition, and Kevin suggested that there might be something said the next time they meet their Army counterparts.

"With us gaining vital knowledge from Aidy and the coaching session at the Garrison, I'm sure that the Army side might get to hear about the visit before we meet them again.

"It will be something we will mention anyway so I'm sure that there will some comments flying about across the dugouts," he admitted.