BREAKING NEWS: Exeter City FC Manager Gary Caldwell Commits Future to Club with New Contract
In a significant development for Exeter City Football Club, manager Gary Caldwell has renewed his contract, reaffirming his dedication to the team’s ongoing progress. The announcement was made during a Fans’ Forum at St James Park on August 22, 2024.
Caldwell, who took the managerial helm in October 2022, has been instrumental in guiding the Grecians to respectable finishes in League One, securing 14th place in his inaugural season and improving to 13th in the subsequent campaign.
Expressing his enthusiasm about the contract renewal, Caldwell stated, “I feel really proud and thankful that the board have given me the opportunity to continue building and developing this brilliant football club.” He emphasized the progress made over the past two years and his eagerness to elevate the club further.
The club’s chair, Nick Hawker, echoed this sentiment, highlighting the positive strides made under Caldwell’s leadership. He remarked, “It’s been incredibly rewarding to witness the progress Gary and his team have made in building and strengthening the football management structure.” Hawker also underscored the significance of this contract renewal in maintaining the club’s momentum and ensuring continuity.
Caldwell’s managerial journey includes a notable achievement of leading Wigan Athletic to promotion to the Championship in 2016. His tenure at Exeter City marks his longest spell at a club, reflecting his deep connection and commitment to the team’s ethos and aspirations.
Looking ahead, Caldwell is driven by ambitious goals for Exeter City. He expressed a desire to “achieve something that’s never been done at this football club,” acknowledging that such milestones require time and unwavering commitment.
Under Caldwell’s guidance, the club has also focused on securing key players, ensuring a stable and competitive squad for upcoming seasons.
This contract renewal not only solidifies Caldwell’s role at Exeter City FC but also reinforces the club’s ambition to build on recent successes and strive for unprecedented achievements in its history.
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