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Daryl McMahon: Hornchurch ready for historic National League adventure

Hornchurch boss Daryl McMahon says the Urchins are relishing their first ever National League season after promotion sparked a summer of major change at the club.

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The Non-League Football Paper Team
12 July 2026

Hornchurch are preparing for full-time football and redevelopment work at their stadium following promotion to the National League

By Matt Badcock
Daryl McMahon says history boys Hornchurch can’t wait for their National League adventure to begin.

The Urchins, promoted through the National League South play-offs, are about to embark on their first ever season at this level.
It begins with an opening day home clash with Kidderminster Harriers, who came up through the National League North play-offs, before back-to-back treks to Barrow and Carlisle United.
Former Ebbsfleet and Dagenham boss McMahon is currently overseeing a busy summer as the Essex club transition from a part-time to full-time outfit.
Ultra exciting
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