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ROLY’S LEGACY STILL LIVES ON

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The Non-League Football Paper Team
23 November 2025

By Freddie George

MARINE are mourning their legendary former manager Roly Howard, who has passed away at the age of 90.
Howard took charge of the Mariners for an incredible 33 years, recognised by Guinness World Records as the longest serving boss for one club, from August 1972 to April 2005.
During his 1,975 matches, he guided the Mariners to five league titles, 15 league cup and county cup wins, the FA Trophy semi-finals and the third round of the FA Cup.
In 2012, he was awarded the Northern Premier League’s League Merit Award to recognise his service to the club and league...

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