Former AFC Wootton manager Dan Partridge has become first team manager at Brading Town FC with Josh Woodnutt taking on the reserve side.
Brading Town FC have said:
“After moving to the Island at 15, Brading was the first team that Dan played for. After many years of playing, he hung up his boots to take over management at AFC Wootton for the last 10 years, leading them to promotion at the end of last season. He also spent a short period at Northwood.
Article continues below this advertisement “Dan is really excited at the prospect of working with a great bunch of lads and hopefully getting Brading Firsts challenging for trophies.”
Dan Partridge has said:
“Couldn’t be happier to be back at the club where it all started for me. This club is special, with a fantastic group of people running it and I hope I can do the club justice. I’d personally like to thank the committee for trusting me with their club.
“Myself, Josh Collins , Joshua Woodnutt Ian Fraser and Jason King cannot wait to get started. UTR!”
Brading Town FC have commented on their appointment of Josh Woodnutt as reserve team manager:
“Josh started his football career for the U16s Brading side, which then became the A Side. Over his contribution of 15 years to the club, he moved his way into the reserves, first team and then into Division 1 and Wessex League.
“After his playing days were done, he moved into management at Coburg for the past two seasons leading them to victory winning the Div2 league title and Junior A Cup.
“Josh is excited for the season ahead, working with a fantastic team of lads and seeing what new challenges are ahead for the reserves team.”
