STRIKER Steve Piearce has been struggling with injuries but if he gets fit could make an impact on the Nationwide Conference according to Hereford United caretaker manager Phil Robinson.

The former Wolves trainee has started only one game this season and made six substitute's appearances without getting on the scoresheet.

"He had a good goalscoring record for Halesowen Town but since we've signed him a couple of years ago he has struggled to keep himself fit which has hampered his first team opportunities," commented Robinson.

"I'm sure a fit Steve Piearce playing regular first team football could have an impact on Conference football and score goals but we have not had the chance to give him a run which is frustrating for him and Hereford."

The experienced Ian Rodgerson is another playing currently struggling with injury after being unable to shake off a long-standing thigh problem that has kept him out of the Hereford United line-up since the Bulls third match of the season.

Meanwhile keeper Scott Cooksey is due to see a specialist at the end of the month after taking a complete rest in a bid to cure his wrist problems.

"He's been told to rest it for a month to let nature take its course but it's not looking good at the moment," said Robinson.

FA Cup fever is set to take over at Edgar Street tomorrow but when quizzed on his own exploits in the competition Robinson admitted he was more of a Sherpa Van or Leyland DAF Trophy man.

"I've never really been involved in any FA Cup runs or played against any big teams but in the League Cup I've played against Arsenal, Manchester City and Blackburn Rovers," he said.