Caretaker manager Darren Patterson picked the side that managed a 2-2 draw with Walsall but Penney was alongside him on the bench, issuing instructions to the players.
Speaking to the club's official website, Penney said: "I have got to get my message across about how I want to play the game and how the players have to be fit, mobile and committed."
On-loan goalkeeper Luke Daniels should continue in goal after his debut in midweek and Penney has no injury or suspension problems ahead of the trip to Cumbria.
Top-scorer Will Hoskins hit his 11th goal of the season against the Saddlers to make it four in as many games and will look to continue his hot streak.
Source: PA
Source: PA