The manager put pen to paper on a new deal with the Wasps on Thursday evening.

Brian’s contract was set to expire at the end of the season but after the progress shown on the pitch and forging such a positive atmosphere in the short space of time he’s been here, it’s great to end any uncertainty as we move ahead in the summer.

Brian Rice on re-signing:

“I’ve spoke recently on how much I’ve loved the club, I’ve taken it to my heart. Everyone at the club has been fantastic from the staff, the players, the supporters right down to Joyce, the tea lady. It’s ‘all as one’ and that’s the way I like it. It’s been a tough week for me as my dad died but I’m delighted to get it done and the hard work starts now.”

Mike Mulraney, Alloa Athletic Chairman:

“I’m sure I speak for everyone at the club when I say we are delighted on the two year extension of Brian’s contract. Our desire to have an extended contract was to reflect the outstanding work that Brian has done to date and the fact that he’s instantly fit into the system we have at the Indodrill. I’m sure everyone at the club and all the fans will agree that Brian has been and will continue to be a great asset to Alloa Athletic. We look forward to the next two years under Brian’s leadership.“