Newport: Bryn Morris to 'lead by example' among youthful squad

Midfielder Bryn Morris believes that Newport County can still be successful this season, even with a lack of experience in the squad.

Injuries and suspensions have already played an early role in Newport's season, as the Exiles are without captain Aaron Wildig, defender James Clarke and versatile Irishman Shane McLoughlin to name a few, ahead of Saturday's visit to Barrow.

Morris, 28, featured in all 46 of Newport's League Two fixtures last season, but missed the first three games of this year's campaign with an injury of his own.

With a persistent Achilles issue now behind him, Morris has highlighted the importance of leading by example.

"Iâ€TMm not one to talk to the younger players one-on-one, but I try to help them on the pitch and lead by example," said Morris.

"I always try to help them with positioning and I try to get them talking constantly, that's super important.

"We do lack experience, but thatâ€TMs not to say we canâ€TMt be successful.

"Having these young lads in the squad definitely brings more hunger, which is good. It brings healthy competition to the squad."

Morris scored seven league goals for Newport last season, but has found himself starting in a deeper role this season, including an appearance at centre-back in the 4-0 away defeat at Swindon Town.

"Iâ€TMve played there before, itâ€TMs not my most enjoyable position, but I'll always fill in and do whatever the manager asks," he added.

"I think it comes down to personnel and the bodies that we have available. Last season I was given that freedom to go forward, I donâ€TMt think we really have that at the minute.

"It does hold me back a bit in terms of being able to push up the pitch more, but thatâ€TMs not to say that it will continue.

"Weâ€TMre going to face different teams with formations that will make us set up differently, but for now I'm happy to play my part."