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Dale’s so proud of big Town send-off

Record-breaking boss Dale Stokes admits leaving the Downham Town hotseat after seven trophy-laden season will be a ‘bittersweet moment’ – but he can’t wait for an almighty send-off.

By Jon Couch

UP ‘N’ DOWN: Downham Town celebrate winning promotion to the Isthmian League under Dale Stokes, left

Record-breaking boss Dale Stokes admits leaving the Downham Town hotseat after seven trophy-laden season will be a ‘bittersweet moment’ – but he can’t wait for an almighty send-off.
The 39-year-old manager/co-chairman will oversee his final game in charge of the Norfolk club for the visit of Stanway Rovers on Saturday after being offered a coaching position in California.
Stokes is the most successful manager in Downham’s 145-year history, taking them from the Step 6 Easter...

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