Shane Cansdell-Sherriff backs Town under Turner

Defender Shane Cansdell-Sherriff has backed Shrewsbury Town to use the impetus generated by the arrival of Graham Turner as a launchpad for a promotion challenge, writes JAMES GARRISON.

Cansdell-Sherriff was part of the Town squad which fell well short of expectations 12 months ago with a 12th place finish in League Two.

But, having signed a new two-year-contract in the summer, the Australian believes the arrival of Turner for a second spell in charge could prove the catalyst for an upsurge in fortunes.

Nice manager

"The new gaffer seems a nice manager, he has a great reputation in the game and I really look forward to working with him," said Cansdell-Sherriff.

"It's an exciting time to be around the club and hopefully that positivity can help us along.

"There are big expectations and the club is trying to put the right people in place to make that happen.

"It's an exciting time to be at Shrewsbury and I'm really looking forward to coming back to work."