Club Statement: Jamie Milligan

Following the departure today of first team manager Jamie Milligan, the club have issued the following statement.

"Bamber Bridge Football Club can confirm that Jamie Milligan has decided to step down from his position as First Team Manager.
 

"After careful consideration, Jamie feels he has taken the club as far as he can and believes that now is the right time to step aside.
 

"Jamie has been at the helm since December 2019, dedicating almost seven years to managing the First Team and giving his all to the football club throughout that time.
 

"His association with Bamber Bridge stretches back much further, having proudly represented the Brig as a player, coach and manager.
 

"Jamie was part of the memorable 2017/18 promotion-winning side and scored the opening goal in our famous 2-1 victory over Grantham Town in the 2017 League Cup Final.
 

"One of Jamie’s most notable achievements as manager came during the 2022/23 season, when he guided Bamber Bridge to an outstanding third-place finish in the Northern Premier League Premier Division, the club’s highest league position since the 1990s. That remarkable campaign saw Brig reach the play-off final, narrowly missing out on promotion following a defeat to Warrington Town.
 

"Throughout his years at Irongate, Jamie has shown tremendous loyalty, passion and commitment to Bamber Bridge Football Club. His contribution, both on and off the pitch, has been significant, and his dedication to the club and its supporters will never be forgotten.
 

"The club fully respects Jamie’s decision and would like to place on record its sincere gratitude for everything he has given to Bamber Bridge over so many years.
 

"Jamie will always be part of the Bamber Bridge family, and the door at Irongate will always be open to him.
 

We wish Jamie and his family every success, happiness and all the very best for the future.

Thank you for everything, Jamie."

The club will not be making any further comment at this time.