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Hinshelwood Returns: New Era for Worthing FC?
It’s always a bit of a moment when someone you know well decides to come back home, isn’t it? You get that feeling of familiar comfort, but also a buzz of what’s new and exciting that they might bring. That’s precisely the sentiment swirling around Worthing Football Club right now, with the return of Adam Hinshelwood at the helm.
For those who follow the club closely, and even for those who might just catch the occasional headline, this feels like a significant chapter opening. As reported by various outlets, Adam Hinshelwood is back for his third spell managing the team. It’s a return that’s already sparked a lot of conversation, especially with the buzz around adam hinshelwood taking charge again. He's no stranger to the Sussex Transport Community Stadium, having led the team to promotion in the National League South in 2022 and lifting the Sussex Senior Challenge Cup just a year later.
His departure in February 2024 was to take on a new challenge with York City, a move that saw him guiding the Minstermen to the play-offs. However, after what’s described as a perceived slow start to the current season, he found himself parting ways with York in August. Now, he’s opted to drop down a division, reuniting with a club that clearly holds a special place in his heart.
The club chairman, Barry Hunter, has spoken of a "new era" and a clear objective to secure promotion to the National League. It’s understood that both Hinshelwood and the club have evolved significantly since his last departure, with the chairman acknowledging that Hinshelwood's proven track record at the National League level makes him a potential target for clubs further up the football pyramid.
It's this kind of cyclical nature of football that makes it so compelling. The excitement of a big FA Cup tie tonight against Forest Green Rovers, with TNT Sports cameras present and a live draw for the First Round, adds another layer to the unfolding narrative. It’s a chance for the team to test themselves against higher league opposition and, for Hinshelwood, a very public return to a familiar stage.
With the team aiming for promotion and now with a manager who knows the club inside and out, can this "new era" truly lead Worthing to the heights they aspire to reach?
For those who follow the club closely, and even for those who might just catch the occasional headline, this feels like a significant chapter opening. As reported by various outlets, Adam Hinshelwood is back for his third spell managing the team. It’s a return that’s already sparked a lot of conversation, especially with the buzz around adam hinshelwood taking charge again. He's no stranger to the Sussex Transport Community Stadium, having led the team to promotion in the National League South in 2022 and lifting the Sussex Senior Challenge Cup just a year later.
His departure in February 2024 was to take on a new challenge with York City, a move that saw him guiding the Minstermen to the play-offs. However, after what’s described as a perceived slow start to the current season, he found himself parting ways with York in August. Now, he’s opted to drop down a division, reuniting with a club that clearly holds a special place in his heart.
The club chairman, Barry Hunter, has spoken of a "new era" and a clear objective to secure promotion to the National League. It’s understood that both Hinshelwood and the club have evolved significantly since his last departure, with the chairman acknowledging that Hinshelwood's proven track record at the National League level makes him a potential target for clubs further up the football pyramid.
It's this kind of cyclical nature of football that makes it so compelling. The excitement of a big FA Cup tie tonight against Forest Green Rovers, with TNT Sports cameras present and a live draw for the First Round, adds another layer to the unfolding narrative. It’s a chance for the team to test themselves against higher league opposition and, for Hinshelwood, a very public return to a familiar stage.
With the team aiming for promotion and now with a manager who knows the club inside and out, can this "new era" truly lead Worthing to the heights they aspire to reach?
