Southgate departs the Yachtsmen

Pitching In Isthmian North side Wroxham yesterday announced the surprise departure of manager Jordan Southgate.

Jordan has spent almost three hundred and fifty matches in charge of the Yachtsmen, in two spells- most recently returning to the hotseat in November 2024 after a short spell as Assistant Manager at Lowestoft Town. 

He told the club:

"After a lot of thought and consideration, I have made the decision to resign as First Team Manager at Wroxham Football Club.

Firstly, I want to thank everyone who has supported me throughout my time at the club. To every player who has represented the club and played under me, the staff, volunteers, committee, sponsors and supporters, I am incredibly grateful to you all.

After almost 350 games, it is a job I am extremely proud of. There have been some incredible highs and special experiences that I will treasure forever. Matching the club’s highest-ever league finish last season was a particularly proud moment, and when I look back at the progress the club has made during my time as manager, it is something I will always be incredibly proud of.

This decision has been made for a number of reasons and is something I have thought long and hard about. I have always set high standards for myself and the team, and ultimately, I take responsibility for our shortcomings in cup competitions. We haven’t achieved what I would have wanted in those competitions, and I feel it is important to acknowledge that.

Football has been a huge part of my life for a long time, and I feel now is the right time to take a step back, enjoy a break from the game and, most importantly, spend some more time with my family.

Wroxham will always hold a special place in my heart. I have given an awful lot to this football club over the years, but I have also received so much in return. I leave with some fantastic memories, friendships and a huge amount of pride in what we have achieved together.

I wish everyone connected with the club nothing but success for the future. Thank you for everything."

Jordan leaves Wroxham in ninth place in Pitching In Isthmian North, two points away from a Play Off spot; their fifth season at Step Four after he steered them to promotion in 2022. 

Ryan Fuller and Daz Plowman-Read will be in charge as the Yachtsmen travel to Cambridge City at the weekend.

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