The assistant manager of Coddington spoke of his delight after his team secured a place in the final of the Notts Intermediate Cup for the first time in 26 years.
A tense extra-time victory over Newark Alliance Premier Division rivals Farndon United at Marsh Lane means Coddington will travel to Eagle Valley, the home of Arnold Town, for the final on April 18.
Newark Working Men’s Club Youngers secured their third successive title and remain on course for a unique treble in the Newark and District Double Board Darts League after coming from behind to defeat their closest rivals.
It was quarter-finals day in the Newark Alliance Cup competitions, and RHP Social Reserves kept up their superb season by reaching the semi-finals of the Notts Junior Cup.
Newark Town 4-2 Bilborough Pelican
Town broke new ground as they reached the quarter finals of the Notts Senior Cup for the first time , coming from behind twice to defeat Bilborough Pelican for the second time this season.