It’s the end of an era as Mark Burke has stepped down from his role as manager of Hitchin Town after just over a decade at the helm of the Pitching In Southern League Premier Central club.
“It is with a heavy heart that I made the decision,” he said. “It has been an honour and absolute privilege to manage my beloved football club for nearly 11 years but the time is right to step aside.
“I feel by announcing my resignation now it will allow the club time to make an informed appointment and give the new manager enough time to adjust the squad as they see fit and ultimately secure the club’s future in the Premier Central.
“I have enjoyed being the underdog and punching well above our weight when competing against other huge clubs at this level.
“I will look back with pride at the achievements the club has had under my stewardship, including Southern League Cup winners, Herts Senior Cup winners twice and runners up once, Herts Charity Cup winners three times and runners up twice, finishing in the play-off positions twice and being one minute away from promotion to The National League South, plus an FA Cup run that took us into the first round proper for the first time in over 20 years.
“I am very proud of the many players I think I have helped on their way to successful careers and, also the ones I have helped enjoy and prolong their twilight years.
“I have made lots of new friendships along the way and many that will last after my time in football.”
Burke will remain in his roles of Company Secretary and Head of Community activities and will continue to play a crucial role in helping to deliver the future success of the club.
The process of securing a new manager is now underway.
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