Crawley Town confirm Alexander and Hinshelwood to take charge in the interim
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They will take charge of the side for the first time on Saturday when Reds go to Crewe Alexandra in Sky Bet League One.
Chief Executive Michael Dunford said: “While the process of finding a new First Team manager begins we are delighted that Martin and Gary have agreed to look after the side for us.
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Hide Ad“Martin has a wealth of experience in management and Gary is a respected figure in the dressing room and I’m sure they will have the full support of the players and our fans.”
Martin said: “It is obviously a difficult time for everyone at the club when a manager leaves but we have a big game on Saturday up at Crewe and that is what Gary, myself and the players are concentrating on at the moment. It’s a challenge we are looking forward to tackling and I hope our supporters will get fully behind the team on Saturday.”
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