Just over a year after his departure, Hyde United have announced the return of former boss Nick Spooner.
Following the departure of Michael Clegg earlier this week, the Tigers have moved quickly to bring in the 55-year-old, who will be back in the dugout for Saturday’s trip to Avro.
Spooner resigned from his post in September 2025, which the club described as a ‘shock’, and has been out of work ever since – citing the ‘need for a break.’
Initially taking over in February 2022, Spooner guided the Tigers to back-to-back sixth place finishes in 2023/24 and 2024/25, and helped the club lift their first Cheshire Senior Cup in close to 30 years.
Following his reappointment, Hyde chairman Steve Hartley commented:
"We are delighted to welcome Nick back. He was successful in his first stint as manager, and when he left we always left the door open for him to return at some point. Now he’s had time to reflect, he’s ready and refreshed and wants to help the club back up the table. I am sure that he will have the full backing of the players and supporters. We are also delighted to welcome back Gavin McCann as Nick’s assistant. Nick will meet the players and take training ahead of Saturday’s FA Trophy tie at Avro.”
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