Alan Julian leaves National League South outfit Hampton & Richmond Borough

Hampton & Richmond Borough have parted company with manager Alan Julian, ending his near six-year spell at the Bev.

The 42-year-old shotstopper joined the Beavers back in 2020 as a player and went on to make more than 80 appearances, including the 700th competitive game of his career.

After retiring, he joined the coaching staff and then stepped up as manager in May 2024, guiding the club to National League South safety last season despite limited resources.

However, this season has unravelled, with the Beavers stuck in the relegation zone and Saturday’s 6-0 hammering by Eastbourne Borough stretching their winless league run to three months.

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Proud

Speaking on his departure, Julian said: “Having spent nearly six years at the club as a player and now a manager, it’s with great sadness that the time has come to part ways.

“I will be forever proud of the achievements we as staff made at the club. It’s a real David and Goliath story.

“Staying up in the division last season is honestly the biggest achievement of my football career, as a player or manager; it is something I’ll forever be proud of.

“Beating Dorking 3-0 away, and Torquay 1-0 away, are the two real standout days that I will remember fondly.

“Thanks to everyone for the love and support, and I’ll be back at the Bev as a supporter in the not too distant future.

“All the very best to absolutely everyone at the club.”

Leader

Chairman Ben Hudson added: “I remember watching Alan play for Bromley and against us with Billericay.

“He always stood out as a leader with an infectious demeanour, a club favourite across players, staff and supporters.

“When his playing career ended and the management opportunity arose, I could think of no one better to bring together a new group of players and quickly build harmony.

“Alan will always be remembered as the manager who kept us up in the 2024-2025 season when resources were limited.

“He should be proud, as I am, of what he achieved last season. I will always be personally thankful for what he has done both on and off the pitch for our club”.

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