Eagle lands at Amber Parras again
21st May, 2019
Russ Eagle has been confirmed as the new manager of Toolstation NCEL Premier Division side Handsworth Parramore, returning to a club he knows very well.
He led Handsworth to the Division One title and Presidents Cup glory in the 2011/12 season before taking charge in a second spell following the club's merger with Worksop Parramore.
Eagle has also had time in the dugout at Alfreton Town, Maltby Main, Belper Town and Parkgate before last season he helped to guide Sheffield FC to a play-off finish in the Evo-Stik League as assistant boss.
Chairman John Ward said: "Russ knows our club well and has a great affinity for the club and understands fully our aims and objectives.
"He's had great success here before where he showed a great desire to make the most of the excellent youth system we have here at the club.
"Russ showed a tremendous desire to re-join the club and from the minute we opened dialogue, he's been chomping at the bit to get started."
Vice chairman Steve Holmes added: "Russ knows us and vice versa - we've a big journey ahead of us and one that we as a club are very much looking forward to.
"We've got some really exciting talent within the club both in the existing squad and in our youth system who are knocking on the door.
"We've a big challenge ahead of us and one that we are relishing, Russ is coming to us on the back of a brilliant season at Sheffield FC and, with his track record of blending youth and experience, we're really looking forward to shaping the squad and seeing who is up for the challenge."
Eagle said of his appointment: "I'm absolute buzzing to get started, everyone who knows me knows what this club means to me.
"The buzz and pride around the club that was here back in the double-winning season is something that we must aim to try to replicate.
"This is a special club with special people around it, from the famous Handsworth Academy (our nursery training camp) to the first team, the club oozes quality."
He added: "I'm honoured to be the new gaffer here and want to create an environment for players to enjoy and express themselves and wear that shirt with the type of pride and passion that this club deserves.
"There is some serious talent already within the ranks and I'll be contacting the playing staff in the coming day or so.
"I can't wait to get back working for the chairman, Steve and the rest of the board - the work that is put in behind the scenes at this club needs to matched on the field and, if we achieve even 50% of the work they put in to this club we'll be in a good place.
"I'll do all I can to repay the faith they've placed in me."
Earlier in the week, Handsworth announced that Steven Istead was stepping down as interim first team manager.
The club thanked him for taking on the role alongside Jon Froggatt in the middle of the 2018/19 season, before taking sole control when Froggatt moved to Evo-Stik League side AFC Mansfield.
A statement said: "Stevie has been a fantastic servant to our club both on and off the pitch, a true role model whose honesty and work rate has been admired by all who has come into contact with him.
"Stevie has kindly agreed to help the club in any way possible as we move into the forthcoming season, a measure of the affinity he has for the club and we have for him."
He led Handsworth to the Division One title and Presidents Cup glory in the 2011/12 season before taking charge in a second spell following the club's merger with Worksop Parramore.
Eagle has also had time in the dugout at Alfreton Town, Maltby Main, Belper Town and Parkgate before last season he helped to guide Sheffield FC to a play-off finish in the Evo-Stik League as assistant boss.
Chairman John Ward said: "Russ knows our club well and has a great affinity for the club and understands fully our aims and objectives.
"He's had great success here before where he showed a great desire to make the most of the excellent youth system we have here at the club.
"Russ showed a tremendous desire to re-join the club and from the minute we opened dialogue, he's been chomping at the bit to get started."
Vice chairman Steve Holmes added: "Russ knows us and vice versa - we've a big journey ahead of us and one that we as a club are very much looking forward to.
"We've got some really exciting talent within the club both in the existing squad and in our youth system who are knocking on the door.
"We've a big challenge ahead of us and one that we are relishing, Russ is coming to us on the back of a brilliant season at Sheffield FC and, with his track record of blending youth and experience, we're really looking forward to shaping the squad and seeing who is up for the challenge."
Eagle said of his appointment: "I'm absolute buzzing to get started, everyone who knows me knows what this club means to me.
"The buzz and pride around the club that was here back in the double-winning season is something that we must aim to try to replicate.
"This is a special club with special people around it, from the famous Handsworth Academy (our nursery training camp) to the first team, the club oozes quality."
He added: "I'm honoured to be the new gaffer here and want to create an environment for players to enjoy and express themselves and wear that shirt with the type of pride and passion that this club deserves.
"There is some serious talent already within the ranks and I'll be contacting the playing staff in the coming day or so.
"I can't wait to get back working for the chairman, Steve and the rest of the board - the work that is put in behind the scenes at this club needs to matched on the field and, if we achieve even 50% of the work they put in to this club we'll be in a good place.
"I'll do all I can to repay the faith they've placed in me."
Earlier in the week, Handsworth announced that Steven Istead was stepping down as interim first team manager.
The club thanked him for taking on the role alongside Jon Froggatt in the middle of the 2018/19 season, before taking sole control when Froggatt moved to Evo-Stik League side AFC Mansfield.
A statement said: "Stevie has been a fantastic servant to our club both on and off the pitch, a true role model whose honesty and work rate has been admired by all who has come into contact with him.
"Stevie has kindly agreed to help the club in any way possible as we move into the forthcoming season, a measure of the affinity he has for the club and we have for him."
(Story Source: Handsworth Parramore)
Whitehead to step down as Amber Parras chairman
29th April, 2019
It has been announced that Peter Whithead has decided to leave his position as chairman of Toolstation NCEL Premier Division side Handsworth Parramore.
The Amber Parras revealed that he is stepping down in a statement that was released on the club's website on Monday afternoon.
It added: "The club would like place on record our thanks to Pete and his wife Maureen for all their help and support of the club over the past five seasons and we wish them both well with whatever their future holds.
"Also leaving the club is HPFC secretary Max Ross who has made the decision to hang up his pen after many years involved in local league football.
"The decision of Pete and Maureen to leave the club DOES NOT affect the status of the first team who will maintain their Step 5 status and will take their place in the Northern Counties East League Premier Division next season.
"We would also like to take this opportunity in thanking all our volunteers who work so hard on and off the pitch and appreciate their support and help as we move forward into a new season.
"Further announcements will be made in the coming days and weeks as the club start their new journey into the 2019/2020 season."
The Amber Parras revealed that he is stepping down in a statement that was released on the club's website on Monday afternoon.
It added: "The club would like place on record our thanks to Pete and his wife Maureen for all their help and support of the club over the past five seasons and we wish them both well with whatever their future holds.
"Also leaving the club is HPFC secretary Max Ross who has made the decision to hang up his pen after many years involved in local league football.
"The decision of Pete and Maureen to leave the club DOES NOT affect the status of the first team who will maintain their Step 5 status and will take their place in the Northern Counties East League Premier Division next season.
"We would also like to take this opportunity in thanking all our volunteers who work so hard on and off the pitch and appreciate their support and help as we move forward into a new season.
"Further announcements will be made in the coming days and weeks as the club start their new journey into the 2019/2020 season."
(Story Source: Handsworth Parramore)
Istead takes sole charge at Amber Parras
21st March, 2019
Handsworth Parramore have announced that interim joint manager Jonathan Froggatt has left the club to become assistant boss at former NCEL side AFC Mansfield.
Froggatt had been working alongside Steven Istead in the dugout since the pair took temporary charge at the King of Soho Stadium outfit in October.
But, he could not turn down a chance to work with his good friend and ex-Handsworth Parramore player Mark Ward at the Bulls who now ply their trade in the Evo-Stik Northern Premier League.
It brings to an end a four-year stay at the club for Froggatt, during which time he scored 106 goals in 150 appearances.
Vice Chairman Steve Holmes said: "First and foremost, Jon has been unbelievable since he walked through our door almost four years ago, a fine man and a class act who has given his all for our club, stepping in to help manage the club on two occasions.
"His goals per game record is simply outstanding and a record I doubt will ever be bettered and his influence on our young talents has been exemplary.
"Mansfield made contact and I understand they have made Jon an excellent offer and we could not stand in his way.
"I know it's with a heavy heart that he moves on and we all wish him well and we know he won't be a stranger such is his affinity with the Ambers. Good luck Froggy and thank you."
Istead will now take sole charge of first team affairs with James Ashmore as his assistant.
Froggatt had been working alongside Steven Istead in the dugout since the pair took temporary charge at the King of Soho Stadium outfit in October.
But, he could not turn down a chance to work with his good friend and ex-Handsworth Parramore player Mark Ward at the Bulls who now ply their trade in the Evo-Stik Northern Premier League.
It brings to an end a four-year stay at the club for Froggatt, during which time he scored 106 goals in 150 appearances.
Vice Chairman Steve Holmes said: "First and foremost, Jon has been unbelievable since he walked through our door almost four years ago, a fine man and a class act who has given his all for our club, stepping in to help manage the club on two occasions.
"His goals per game record is simply outstanding and a record I doubt will ever be bettered and his influence on our young talents has been exemplary.
"Mansfield made contact and I understand they have made Jon an excellent offer and we could not stand in his way.
"I know it's with a heavy heart that he moves on and we all wish him well and we know he won't be a stranger such is his affinity with the Ambers. Good luck Froggy and thank you."
Istead will now take sole charge of first team affairs with James Ashmore as his assistant.
Froggatt and Istead take joint charge at Handsworth
16th October, 2018
Jonathan Froggatt and Steven Istead have taken over as interim joint player-managers at Toolstation NCEL Premier Division side Handsworth Parramore.
They replace Jas Colliver and Gary Middleston who left the Amber Parras on Monday after eighteen months in the dugout at the King of Soho Stadium outfit.
Shaun Hird has been appointed first team coach and the trio will be charge of their first game when they travel to AFC Emley in the Sheffield & Hallamshire Senior Cup on Wednesday night.
A statement released by Handsworth Parramore, who say they are not inviting applications for the vacant permanent post of first team manager at this time, wished the new management team the best of luck in their interim roles.
They replace Jas Colliver and Gary Middleston who left the Amber Parras on Monday after eighteen months in the dugout at the King of Soho Stadium outfit.
Shaun Hird has been appointed first team coach and the trio will be charge of their first game when they travel to AFC Emley in the Sheffield & Hallamshire Senior Cup on Wednesday night.
A statement released by Handsworth Parramore, who say they are not inviting applications for the vacant permanent post of first team manager at this time, wished the new management team the best of luck in their interim roles.
(Story Source: Handsworth Parramore)
Ambers Parras part company with Colliver
15th October, 2018
Handsworth Parramore have announced that manager Jas Colliver and his assistant Gary Middleton have left the Toolstation NCEL Premier Division club.
The pair had been in the dugout at the Amber Parras since April 2017, guiding them to fourth in the table last season before leaving with the side currently in eighth position in the top flight this time round.
A club statement said: "The board would like to place on record their thanks to Jas and Gary for their efforts over the past eighteen months and wish them well in their future careers.
"We would also like to place on record our thanks to Jas and Gary's respective families for their support of the club during their tenure.
"The club will make an announcement in the next 24 to 48 hours with regards to interim management arrangements ahead of Wednesday night's Sheffield & Hallamshire Senior Cup game away at AFC Emley."
The pair had been in the dugout at the Amber Parras since April 2017, guiding them to fourth in the table last season before leaving with the side currently in eighth position in the top flight this time round.
A club statement said: "The board would like to place on record their thanks to Jas and Gary for their efforts over the past eighteen months and wish them well in their future careers.
"We would also like to place on record our thanks to Jas and Gary's respective families for their support of the club during their tenure.
"The club will make an announcement in the next 24 to 48 hours with regards to interim management arrangements ahead of Wednesday night's Sheffield & Hallamshire Senior Cup game away at AFC Emley."
(Story Source: Handsworth Parramore)
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