"We've got a nice mix of games with matches against local opposition and the trips to Ireland as well so it will be a good challenge for the players.
"The Finn Harps match is quite early after we return to training but often you have a practise game four or five days back into training so it will be no different and we will be careful how we use the players.
"We are looking at a training camp for a few days as well. It's all about getting the fitness levels up and getting the players switched into the mindset we want.
"Obviously we want to get through pre-season without any injuries, that's also vitally important. We need to have everyone fit and well and peaking for the Coventry game at the start of the season."
Click here to see a list of Town's pre-season fixtures for 2009/10