Carlisle United boss Rob Elliot has brought in a trusted ally in Louis Storey as the new assistant head coach.
Storey was player coach at Gateshead last season and had previously spent time with Elliot during his time with Crawley Town.
Elliot said: “Louis is someone I know and trust, and I’m really pleased to bring him into the club.
“He understands how we want to work, the standards we expect every day and the environment we want to create for the players.
“He has excellent relationships with players, brings real energy and detail to the training ground, and I know he will be a valuable addition to the staff.”
He will now form part of Elliot’s first team backroom staff, working alongside Gavin Skelton.
Joining the club in a full-time coaching capacity he will not have any playing duties.
Storey, 32, was a defender during his playing career which was spent largely around the North East with Gateshead, South Shields, Darlington and Hebburn, but he also had a spell with Dorking Wanderers. His career had started with Newcastle United Under-18s.
Storey said: “I’ve worked closely with Rob before and I know the standards he sets every day.
“I’m looking forward to supporting him, working with Gav and the rest of the staff, and helping create an environment where the players can improve and perform.
“There’s a lot of work ahead, but that’s the exciting part. I can’t wait to get started and play my part in helping the club move forward.”
