Time to say goodbye

Dale has been with Stafford Rangers for the last 4 years. He was assistant manager before being appointed to his current role four months ago.

He has demonstrated a huge enthusiasm for the role and has done everything with a passion and determination to succeed that is admirable. We thank him hugely for all his efforts to turn around our fortunes and are incredibly sad to see him go.

Dale has decided that he has currently taken the club as far as he can. Despite a gargantuan effort and commitment on his part the results and consistency on the field have not been able to be delivered.

Dale states:-

I always believed that we could turn the corner, but that currently is not the case. I am proud to have represented the club, but I am acting in what I believe are the best interests of the football club in stepping down now to give someone else the chance and time to ensure that the club stays in this division. I have given my all to the club whilst I have been here and am proud of our efforts and the work that both the players and backroom staff have put in. I cannot thank everyone enough for their support. It is with a heavy heart that I leave the Rangers, but I know that the decision is in the best interests of the club, myself, and my family.

Football can be cruel as we all know and everyone thanks Dale for everything and for the integrity, he has shown in making this decision. He will always receive a warm welcome at Marston Road and wish him only the absolute best for the future. Subject to the match going ahead on Saturday, Dale will lead the team out for the final time when we play Bootle.

In the interim period Assistant Manager Graham Deakin and the coaching staff will continue to train the squad and take charge of the next few games as we try and find a replacement.

We will of course keep you advised of any developments and thank you all for the support you have shown to your club and Dale.

Stafford Rangers FC