It was only a couple of months ago the 54-year-old was in the opposite dug-out to Jose Mourinho against Tottenham in the Europa League.
Then assistant, the former Grimsby Town boss has stepped back into the manager’s seat on home soil with the National League North side.
The former Burton Albion, Leicester City, Blackpool, Grimsby, West Brom and Stafford Rangers man is well travelled.
From a career that started in the Premier League to first team coach for Harry Redknapp at Birmingham City and Avram Grant at West Ham United, his travels have also taken him to the Indian Super League as John Gregory’s assistant at Chennaiyn.
“Both of those experiences have been invaluable,” Groves says. “Culturally and as a life experience they’ve been fantastic. The spell I’ve just had in Israel was thoroughly enjoyable.
“Football takes you places you may never go and brings about experiences you’d never have in this country.
“I enjoyed my time in India. The people there are fantastic. The culture they have is a pleasure to be around. Israel was excellent, the majority of the time being at the top of the league and working with players who were able to keep them there so it was a fantastic experience.
Journey
“The fans I experienced in both India and Israel were passionate and fanatical about their team – and football. People love football. I’m fortunate I’m working in football. No matter what level it is, for me, it’s the job I want to do. I’m hungry to be successful.”
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BISH BASH BOSH! IT'S LINING UP FOR LEWIS
DAVE Lewis believes Bashley are yet to ‘reach their ceiling’.
REBELS YELL FOR GREAT CAUSE
FOOTBALL shirts specially designed by Worthing FC Supporters Association and local artists Two Faced Twins have been such a hit they’ve been able to hand over a sizeable cheque.
FLEET IN BOSS HUNT...AGAIN!
STRUGGLING Ebbsfleet United are searching for their third manager of the season after Harry Watling left Stonebridge Road after just 90 days in charge.
TOP TALENT HAD 'MAGIC AT HIS FEET'
TRIBUTES have been paid for a talented 17-year-old with ‘magic at his feet’ who passed away after collapsing on the pitch.
ALPORT GO ON THE ATTACK TO SEAL PLACE IN LAST 32!
ALL out attack eventually delivered a warranted win for Whitchurch – despite living dangerously late on.
BRILLIANT BECKWITH INSPIRES LEADERS
GOALKEEPER Charlie Beckwith made the difference as his clean sheet and a goal from Cemel Ramadan saw Bury Town take all three points at Chadfields yesterday afternoon.
OWLS WIN KEY CLASH IN BATTLE FOR TITLE
LEAGUE leaders Cleethorpes claimed an important win over second-placed Emley to move four points clear at the summit of the East Division.
BARDS DO THE HARD YARDS IN BIG WIN
THERE was not much to warm Stamford’s fans as the Daniels were beaten by a good Stratford side.
FREDDIE TREBLE TEES UP LATE WIN
FREDDIE PARKER scored his second hat-trick of the season as Cray Valley came from behind to win in what was a great advert for Non-League football.
TIGERS & LIONS IN A TASTY SCRAP!
PLAY-OFF contenders Hyde United and Guiseley had to settle for a share of the spoils after a hard-fought encounter.
