Glavin ends brief spell as Briggers boss
12th November, 2026
Conor Glavin has stepped down as manager of Worsbrough Bridge Athletic, the Macron NCEL Premier Division side have announced.
Glavin, known as Glav, took over the role at the start of October but his departure comes after a run of nine defeats in all competitions, the latest a 2-0 home loss to Barton Town on Tuesday night.
A statement released on social media by the club read: "Glav originally joined the Briggers shortly after Covid, under then-manager Luke Forgione, and was quickly handed the captain’s armband.
"Since then, he has demonstrated outstanding leadership, commitment and loyalty, both on and off the pitch, most notably captaining the club to promotion.
"More recently, Glav stepped up to take charge of the first team following the departure of Lee Morris, during what has undoubtedly been one of the most turbulent periods in the club’s recent history.
"With several players departing and the recent departure of long-serving chairman Mark Booth, Glav took on the responsibility of leading the team through a particularly challenging period.
"Glav, you have given everything you possibly could to this football club. Your commitment, loyalty and leadership will never be forgotten, and you will always be remembered as a Briggers legend.
"On behalf of everyone associated with Worsbrough Bridge AFC, we thank you for everything you have done and wish you nothing but success in the future.
"The current situation and the club’s plans moving forward will be discussed further at tonight’s Fans AGM, where supporters will have the opportunity to hear from the new leadership.
"Our immediate attention now turns to Saturday’s fixture against Golcar, as we look to move forward and bring stability to the football club."
The club are now inviting applications for the position of first team manager and interested candidates should contact joint chairman Luke Forgione at lukeforgione@4g1footballacademyltd.com.
Glavin, known as Glav, took over the role at the start of October but his departure comes after a run of nine defeats in all competitions, the latest a 2-0 home loss to Barton Town on Tuesday night.
A statement released on social media by the club read: "Glav originally joined the Briggers shortly after Covid, under then-manager Luke Forgione, and was quickly handed the captain’s armband.
"Since then, he has demonstrated outstanding leadership, commitment and loyalty, both on and off the pitch, most notably captaining the club to promotion.
"More recently, Glav stepped up to take charge of the first team following the departure of Lee Morris, during what has undoubtedly been one of the most turbulent periods in the club’s recent history.
"With several players departing and the recent departure of long-serving chairman Mark Booth, Glav took on the responsibility of leading the team through a particularly challenging period.
"Glav, you have given everything you possibly could to this football club. Your commitment, loyalty and leadership will never be forgotten, and you will always be remembered as a Briggers legend.
"On behalf of everyone associated with Worsbrough Bridge AFC, we thank you for everything you have done and wish you nothing but success in the future.
"The current situation and the club’s plans moving forward will be discussed further at tonight’s Fans AGM, where supporters will have the opportunity to hear from the new leadership.
"Our immediate attention now turns to Saturday’s fixture against Golcar, as we look to move forward and bring stability to the football club."
The club are now inviting applications for the position of first team manager and interested candidates should contact joint chairman Luke Forgione at lukeforgione@4g1footballacademyltd.com.
(Story Source: Worsbrough Bridge Athletic)
Glavin becomes new Briggers boss
8th October, 2026
Worsbrough Bridge Athletic have announced that Conor Glavin has become the Macron NCEL Premier Division side's new player-manager.
His appointment comes a fortnight after the departure of Lee Morris and assistant Rhys Meynell to league rivals and near neighbours Frickley Athletic.
He takes over a side that has bounced back in recent matches, picking up four points from their last two league fixtures after losing their three previous games.
Luke Smith had been in interim charge before a statement released by the club on Wednesday night said of their new appointment: "Conor has been with the club for over five years, playing over 200 games.
"And, after the last two games and the commitment from the players, we hope that everyone will get behind the club as we move into a new era and look to achieve our season's objectives.
"It has been a challenging couple of weeks but we now need to look forward and continue to show the battling qualities that has been the hallmark of the players and club in recent years."
Glavin has said that he is "absolutely delighted and honoured" to be given the opportunity at the Briggers.
He added: "It's a club that means a lot to me and, as soon as the idea was discussed with me, I jumped at the opportunity.
"Following the success of the past couple of years under Lee, Rhys and Luke, it will be a difficult act to follow, but the team and club is in a fantastic position to push on.
"Football management is in my DNA, and anyone that knows me won't be shocked by my progression into management!
"I just want to thank everyone for all their support in the past few weeks, and hopefully we can keep things going forward on the pitch and strive to keep progressing at this level."
His appointment comes a fortnight after the departure of Lee Morris and assistant Rhys Meynell to league rivals and near neighbours Frickley Athletic.
He takes over a side that has bounced back in recent matches, picking up four points from their last two league fixtures after losing their three previous games.
Luke Smith had been in interim charge before a statement released by the club on Wednesday night said of their new appointment: "Conor has been with the club for over five years, playing over 200 games.
"And, after the last two games and the commitment from the players, we hope that everyone will get behind the club as we move into a new era and look to achieve our season's objectives.
"It has been a challenging couple of weeks but we now need to look forward and continue to show the battling qualities that has been the hallmark of the players and club in recent years."
Glavin has said that he is "absolutely delighted and honoured" to be given the opportunity at the Briggers.
He added: "It's a club that means a lot to me and, as soon as the idea was discussed with me, I jumped at the opportunity.
"Following the success of the past couple of years under Lee, Rhys and Luke, it will be a difficult act to follow, but the team and club is in a fantastic position to push on.
"Football management is in my DNA, and anyone that knows me won't be shocked by my progression into management!
"I just want to thank everyone for all their support in the past few weeks, and hopefully we can keep things going forward on the pitch and strive to keep progressing at this level."
(Story Source: Worsbrough Bridge Athletic)
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