Sheppey coach Rob Dengate has warned his players that nobody’s place in the side is safe.

He relegated skipper Tom Varker to the bench at the weekend for the 29-20 win over HSBC.

Varker did eventually play a part and could be back to start in the derby clash at Sittingbourne this Saturday.

But Dengate said: "I’m not afraid to make these decisions. If players are training hard and impressing then they will get a chance.

"Leaving my captain on the bench might have sent a signal to the rest of the team that there is a challenge here for shirts.

"Rhys McDermott was given a chance and I also promoted Zac Taylor from the 2nds, who had a good game in the centre.

"Tom came on in the game and put himself about a bit more and had the right impact.

"I’ve got some choices to make this weekend now."