Bucks so bullish on Craig King chances

Forgotten man Craig King has been backed to make an impression at AFC Telford United – after serving a reminder of his talents in a behind-closed-doors friendly with Hereford.

King, 20, signed for the Bucks in the summer but has made just two appearances in the Blue Square Bet Premier – starting in the 1-0 win at York and coming on as a sub in the home defeat to Lincoln last month.

He was on target against a Bulls XI last night though, with fellow forward Alex Meechan and a trialist also scoring in the squad game.

And it was King who stood out in the eyes of assistant manager Darren Read, who admitted: "Craig did exceptionally well.

"He's a young lad and he's got a good future at the club."