The former Leeds Rhinos, Bradford Bulls and Huddersfield Giants ace has again landed the Marlins’ top job ahead of the 2013 campaign and has described the role as “perfect”.

Hull-born, Cook arrived to coach the Marlins after signing for Leeds in 1992 and following a successful three-year stint in charge went on to enjoy further triumph in the amateur game.

Following the completion of his professional career Cook guided Bramley Buffaloes to silverware in the former National League Three at the first attempt while acting as assistant coach of Leeds Metropolitan University, a position he will continue to fulfil.

“I coached at Milford about 10 years ago and that provided me with a brilliant platform ahead of my success with Bramley,” said the 36-year-old.

“When I signed for Leeds the people here took me in and treated me well and the club has always remained close to my heart.

I’ve got so many friends here its untrue, so it didn’t take me that long to make up my mind when they offered me the position for next season.

“There are a number of clubs in the amateur game which are struggling for coaches and I wasn’t about to let Milford become one of those.

“I’ve heard a lot of people talking about the quality of the National Conference League and, more so, the sheer strength of Division One for next season.

“I’ve kept a close eye on this competition even while away with other clubs and I know we are going to be up against it next year.

“But if the players buy into what I want to implement then we will have success, we’ll definitely be up there, fighting for a promotion place.”

Cook, the man who assisted in the development of former Leeds Met stars Alex Walmsley, Jimmy Keinhorst, Adam Scott and Rob Worrincy, insists balancing roles will be “no issue”.

And, having spent two years as a reserve coach beneath Nathan Brown at Huddersfield Giants, Cook says he is now ready to turn around Milford’s fortunes.

“I am very good friends with Nathan Brown and we still speak regularly, said Cook who away from the turf works part-time as a postman.

“I’ve never come across a coach quite like him, nor have I learned as much, anywhere, as I did under him at Huddersfield.

“His man-management skills are incredible and the way in which he worked with players, one-to-one, is something I want to bring to the fore here.

“Some people would argue that Milford under-achieved last year or that they fell away when it counted most.

“I think the summer season has taken its toll on the squad as a whole. A number of players had been used and certain individuals were unavailable to train.

“I feel that need to be managed better next year and I’m sure it can be.”

Cook will work alongside former head coach David Bray, who has opted to stand aside and act as assistant ahead of the new season.

“Working alongside David will help me in gaining knowledge of the squad and I also think it will help his development as a coach,” added Cook.