TAMWORTH could field just seven fit first-team players against York City at the Lamb Ground tomorrow.
The Staffordshire side only managed to name four substitutes for their 2-2 midweek draw at Scarborough and one of them was the retired Richard Dryden, who is now first-team coach.
Further injuries to Adie Smith and Clint Marcelle at the McCain Stadium mean the Lambs' ranks will be even more depleted against City.
Three 17-year-olds are expected to line up against Billy McEwan's men, including striker James Francis - the son of former England international and Birmingham City boss Trevor.
Midfielder Kyle Storer, signed on loan from Bedworth United, and defender Danny Douglas complete the baby-faced trio.
Among those likely to be missing though are the Conference's veteran 15-goal second top marksman Bob Taylor, now 37, and captain Marcus Ebdon.
Defender Dave Brampton is definitely out, serving the final match of a four-game ban.
Updated: 10:39 Friday, March 18, 2005
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