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Ross Jenkins leaves Oxford City

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Oxford City have announced that manager Ross Jenkins has departed after nearly two and a half years in charge.

The 33-year-old was part of the coaching staff under David Oldfield before stepping in after Oldfield switched to Weymouth in January 2022. Initially in a caretaker role, Jenkins was appointed permanent manager two months later.

Under Jenkins’ stewardship, Oxford lost in the National League South play-off semi-finals to Dorking in May 2022. A year later he guided them to third, overseeing wins over Worthing and St Albans City to reach the National League for the first time.

Unfortunately, this proved a step too far as they were relegated back to Step 2, finishing bottom and 20 points from safety.

Owner Justin Merrit told the club’s official website:

“Ross will always be remembered fondly here as the Manager who helped us reach the highest level we have ever played at. To keep us in contention for much of last season, despite the obvious challenges in the higher league, was commendable and it is no surprise that he attracted interest from other clubs: he is a very good coach and I am sure he will go onto have an outstanding career.

“He leaves on very good terms and we have already begun the process of finding his successor. The timing allows us to rebuild over the summer and then have a full pre-season to get ready with a new person in charge working towards a new and exciting chapter in our history.”

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