Tributes as Paul Holleran steps down

As Brakes fans digest the news that Paul Holleran has resigned (club statement), tributes flow in for his momentous contribution to recent Brakes history.

Brakes Trust Chair, Andrew ‘Boris’ Calcutt:

It’s incredibly difficult to put into words the magnificent job Paul Holleran has done. It’s perhaps even harder to think of his finest hour at Leamington FC. Beating the likes of Salford City, Stockport County or York City. Winning the Southern League or two play off final wins. The privilege to watch young players that go on to play in the football league such as Colby Bishop, Courtney Baker Richardson, Danny Udoh, Danny Newton. He leaves behind a very grateful fan base and memories that will be talked about in years to come.

However football is a demanding and ever changing game. We must now throw our support behind Chris Knott as he takes interim charge of the Brakes.

Former Brakes Trust Chair, Peter Davis:

Paul Holleran has defined Leamington FC as a club with his commitment, his contacts and his quality. One of the longest serving managers in football, players would run through brick walls for him. Fans have been given great moments which are now part of our history. Viva Holleran.

Former Brakes Trust Chair, Nick Rogers:

Despite all the ups and downs, or perhaps because of them, Hollers has shown his full commitment to the Brakes – end of a lot more than just a first team management era. What a fantastic 16 years and a great bloke. Will be very hard to follow … All the best Hollers.

Brakes Trust board member, Nigel Murray:

Can’t believe this news. End of an era and as already mentioned let’s hope the club gives him the send off he deserves.

Brakes Trust member, John Glendinning:

It’ll be a tough task for the club, to find someone with the ‘Leamington DNA’, who is in it as a long-term project. Our success over the last 25 years has been built largely on stability, and that is definitely how we should continue to try to build the club.

Hopefully the prospect of the new stadium is enough to attract the right calibre of manager, as our money is probably not going to be enough these days.