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Yahoo
20-05-2025
- Sport
- Yahoo
Blackburn Rovers clarity after reported addition to Valerien Ismael staff
Adam Murray will not be joining Blackburn Rovers after taking up the manager's role at Kidderminster Harriers. The 43-year-old has been linked with a move to Ewood Park to become part of Valerien Ismael's backroom staff. Murray initially worked under Ismael at Barnsley and later followed the head coach to West Brom and Besiktas. He had a spell in charge at AFC Fylde before taking over at Eastbourne Borough in January 2024, leading the club to safety in the National League South. Murray's side finished third this season but were beaten by Maidstone United in the play-offs earlier this month. He then announced he was leaving the club earlier this week, sparking fresh speculation he could be moving to Ewood Park. READ MORE: However, he has instead been unveiled as Kidderminster's new manager. He was a former player with the National Leaue North side, joining on loan in 2003/04 before making the move permanent. He made 22 appearances for the club, scoring three times, before his move to Mansfield – later playing for Carlisle, Torquay, Mansfield and Oxford. Murray replaces Phil Brown, who led The Harriers to third in the division but they were beaten in the play-offs. Scunthorpe United were promoted alongisde Brackley Town. Owner Richard Lane said of the appointment: 'I'm delighted to welcome Adam Murray to our football club. His enthusiasm, commitment and passion for the position came through loudly when we met and his CV, as a player and a manager, speaks for itself. 'I believe this appointment will excite our amazing Partners, Sponsors, supporters and staff, this demonstrates again that we are fully committed to succeeding at this level and we're all looking forward to the new season.' Ismael did not rule out future additions to his team when he was appointed but nothing has been suggested outside of the links to Murray. "As I say it was the first step to come with Dean (Whitehead) and for sure we will assess the situation as I say and week after week to get that feeling," he told The Lancashire Telegraph. "If we need to add someone more, then we will do it and at the minute it's just to observe, to assess and later we will take some decisions."
BBC News
20-05-2025
- Sport
- BBC News
Murray appointed as new Harriers boss
Kidderminster Harriers have appointed their former midfielder Adam Murray as manager following the sacking of Phil 43-year-old took AFC Fylde into the National League as champions in 2022-23 and Harriers are hoping he can do the same for them after a near-miss under left Eastbourne Borough last week after guiding them to a third-placed finish in National League South, just a point off the title. He took that job in January 2024, with Eastbourne 21st, and steered them to has also managed Mansfield Town and Boston United, as well as having two spells as caretaker manager at addition to a season with Harriers in 2003-04, Murray's playing career also took in Derby County, Notts County, Burton Albion, Mansfield, Carlisle United, Torquay United, Macclesfield Town, Oxford United and Luton was sacked a fortnight ago after defeat by Southport on the final day of the season cost Kidderminster the National League North title, and they then lost to Chester in the play-off owner Richard Lane said of Murray on the club website, external: "His enthusiasm, commitment and passion for the position came through loudly when we met and his CV, as a player and a manager, speaks for itself."
Yahoo
17-05-2025
- Sport
- Yahoo
Coach linked with Rovers steps down from his role at non-league club
Adam Murray has left his role as manager of non-league club Eastbourne Borough. The 42-year-old has been linked with a move to Ewood Park to become part of Valerien Ismael's backroom staff. Murray initially worked under Ismael at Barnsley and later followed the head coach to West Brom and Besiktas. He had a spell in charge at AFC Fylde before taking over at Eastbourne Borough in January 2024, leading the club to safety in the National League South. Murray's side finished third this season but were beaten by Maidstone United in the play-offs earlier this month. 'Today is an incredibly sad day as I say good bye to an amazing football club,' he told the club site. 'What a journey – from the miracle of survival to being so close to becoming champions – and I have loved every second of it. We have made some amazing memories and built some incredible relationships together. 'I would like to thank my boys and my staff, who have run through brick walls for me and I could not have asked for any more. READ MORE: How Callum Brittain's role in the Blackburn Rovers squad has evolved 'A huge thank you to the amazing supporters who have shown me incredible love from day one. The reason our home became a fortress was you and you being that 12th, 13th and 14th man. I will miss you! 'Finally thank you to Simon (Leslie). His backing and support has never stopped. He truly is a special man – his vision was what sucked me in and I hope I have played my part in moving it forward. Thank you. 'Unfortunately, home is calling and with five kids, I have to put them first. I have no doubt the future is bright for Eastbourne Borough under Simon's leadership. I will be watching from afar!'
Irish Independent
23-04-2025
- Entertainment
- Irish Independent
Young Louth food hero who started his own business now sharing his expertise with other companies
Drogheda Independent Today at 00:00 A young Drogheda man is making waves in the food industry by bringing delicious Mexican dishes to the north-east. Adam Murray is only 24-years-old but he recently won the Local Food Hero Award for Louth from the Irish Restaurant Association and in the next couple of weeks is up for a national award.
