Parkinson praises Wrexham groundstaff

Wrexham manager Phil Parkinson reserved special praise for groundsman Paul Challoner and his staff following the 3-0 home win over Exeter City which saw them move up to second in League One.

Max Cleworth, Ollie Palmer and Ollie Rathbone scored the goals as Parkinson’s side maintained their unbeaten record at the Stok Racecourse this season.

Following heavy snow earlier in the week and the arrival of Storm Bert, the Wrexham groundstaff had their work cut out to ensure the game went ahead.

“Man of the match today was Chall the groundsman for me,” Parkinson said.

“The rain and snow we’ve had which was on the pitch - enormous credit to Chall and his team to get it in that good condition.

“They did brilliantly and that just doesn’t happen – he’s been working tirelessly to get that right and we’ve got to thank Chall and his staff today.”