They say that life begins at 40. Well, Tyrone Barnett reaches that age later this year and after the way in which he has started his Stourbridge career, there is plenty for the Glassboys’ faithful to look forward to.
His goal in last weekend’s 4-1 victory at Biggleswade Town was already his fourth in February in all competitions.
“I am pleased with the way in which I have settled in here,” he told us. “As a striker, an early goal or two always helps you settle down regardless of how experienced you are.
“I must say that the Gaffer [Liam McDonald] and the rest of the lads have been a joy. They have welcomed me into the group with open arms. I have been around a lot of dressing rooms in my time but it always makes a massive difference when you are treated so warmly by everyone and that has certainly been the case here.
“I spoke with Batch [Richard Batchelor] initially about coming here and then when I spoke to the Gaffer he could see what I could bring to the team and it all happened pretty quickly after that! I’ve not looked back since.
“To score four in my last three games has given me a massive boost. As I say, us strikers are judged initially by the amount of goals we score so it’s nice to be able to make such a favourable first impression on the fans here and hopefully I can really kick-on from here with them right behind me.
“I feel that I still have a lot to offer as a player; yes, I’ve got years and years of experience behind me, but the proof of the pudding is in the eating and if I can help this club achieve promotion, that will be fantastic.
“I did it with Leamington last season, so that experience alone will be most beneficial for the challenges that lie ahead over the coming weeks.
“You only have to look at the League table and the recent results and it’s still very much anyone’s for the taking this season. No-one is running away with it and if we can put a run of wins together, who knows?
“Being involved in this really means the world to me; it’s my therapy and my pride and joy. To be out there battling for points, you can’t beat it. I’ve still got such passion for the game and that drives me on to continue playing.
“Coming here has given me another new lease of life and I am so determined to do well for the club and also myself. There is a lot of football left in these legs and – hopefully – plenty of goals too!”
The in-form Glassboys play host to Kettering Town in the Pitching In Southern League Premier Central on Saturday.
IMAGE: Anthony Dunn
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