Whitley Bay FC have appointed Andy Gowens as manager until the end of the season. Andy made almost 350 appearances for the club in the 1980’s and 90’s and as manager he led Whitley to their first FA Vase success at Villa Park in 2002.
In making their appointment, the Board of Directors also announced that Andy will be assisted by Mick Mulhern, a highly experienced coach and former manager of Sunderland Ladies when they reached the FA Womens Super League 1. Mick was later the assistant manager of the England Womens Under 23 side and more recently was head of coaching and development at Jarrow Roofing.
Gowens was clearly delighted to be returning to Hillheads. “I’m over the moon to be back at Whitley Bay, it feels like I’m coming home. Marc, Woody and Chris did a great job while they were here and now it’s full steam ahead! I’m really looking forward it.”
