DAVID Howe will get an early taste of team management at Kyle Howarth’s Testimonial next month.

The former British Under-21 Champion has been named as the Rest of the World boss when they face Sheffield at Owlerton on Thursday, March 14 (7.30).

Howe has also been appointed the new Scunthorpe manager for the forthcoming season - the club Howarth will ride for in the second division.

“I’m really looking forward to working with David this year,” Howarth said.

“He’s someone I know from around the tracks over the years and he’s someone who had a long career in the sport himself.

“Similarly to Steady (Simon Stead - Sheffield team manager), you can learn a lot from those who have been there and done it themselves and I’m looking forward to a fresh challenge in the Championship this season.

“I’d like to thank David for agreeing to manage the opposition for my testimonial and it’s shaping up to be a great event.”

Sponsorship packages for the event remain available - for more details e-mail khrtestimonial@gmail.com or search ‘Kyle Howarth Racing’ on Facebook.