Heaton Stannington FC are delighted to announce the appointment of Andy McBride as First Team Manager, alongside an exciting new-look management team as we begin the next chapter in the Club’s journey.
Following the recent departure of Dean Nicholson, the Board is pleased to confirm that Andy will take charge of the first team after five years as Assistant Manager.
Andy knows our football club inside out. Having been a huge part of the journey over the past five years, he understands our identity, ambitions and standards. His knowledge of the Club and the squad makes him ideally placed to lead us, and he has the Board’s full backing and support as we begin this new chapter.
Andy will be joined by Gavin Fell as Assistant Manager. Gavin brings extensive experience across non-league football, having held coaching and managerial roles at clubs including Whitley Bay, Blyth Spartans, Spennymoor and Blyth Town. A highly experienced and respected figure in the North East, Gavin has enjoyed significant success throughout his career, including multiple promotions and FA Vase success. His knowledge, coaching and player-development experience, together with his understanding of the local football scene, will be valuable additions to our management team.
We are also delighted to welcome back Jamie Tunstall as First Team Coach. Jamie previously held the same role at the Club, so his return brings existing knowledge of the Stan. Since leaving the Club, Jamie has had spells with Crook Town and Guisborough Town, adding further experience to his already rich coaching background.
We are pleased to confirm that Nick Cassidy will be retained as First Team Coach. Cass has been an important part of the backroom staff, and we are delighted that he will continue to contribute to the Club.
We are also pleased to welcome Jonny Ward as Goalkeeper Coach. Jonny will play an important role in supporting our goalkeepers and helping them prepare for the challenges ahead.
The Board believes this is an extremely strong management team, bringing together continuity, proven experience, coaching expertise and a deep understanding of the Club, with the ambition, knowledge and leadership needed to drive Heaton Stannington FC forward.
We know the Stan Army will get behind the new management team and the players as we look ahead to the remainder of the season. Your support continues to make a huge difference, both at home and away, and together we can look forward with belief and excitement.
A new chapter begins!
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