Let’s take a look at who he thinks will be challenging for promotion and struggling near the bottom...
1. Stockport County
The bookmakers' favourites for the title and mine too. Have a very experienced manager in Jim Gannon and have made some good signings including John Rooney from Barrow. Photo: Stockport County
2. Notts County
On paper their squad looks very strong. Will run Stockport close for the title but will just miss out. However, I fancy them to win the play-offs this time. Photo: Notts County
3. Solihull Moors
Always a difficult opponent at this level and with former West Brom coach Jimmy Shan now in charge I think they will comfortably make the play-offs. Photo: Solihull Moors
4. FC Halifax Town
Defeated in last season's play-off eliminator but Pete Wild's team will come back stronger. Added 16-goal striker Jake Hyde to their ranks from Woking. Photo: FC Halifax Town