Former North Ferriby striker Nathan Jarman has taken his first footsteps into management by becoming the new manager of Barton Town.
Jarman and assistant Danny North take over from Rob Watson who had to step down because of work commitments.
Jarman, who told his Non League Journey to Non League Yorkshire during the lockdown, has enjoyed a fantastic career with multiple promotions, Wembley success and mountains of goals.
Jarman started his career with Barnsley before spells with Grimsby Town, Alfreton Town, Chester, Gainsborough Trinity and Frickley Athletic. He won the FA Trophy with Ferriby at Wembley during the Billy Heath era.
“I’m delighted to have been appointed as manager after having a few meetings with the Directors and then a few meetings with the Chairman,” Jarman told Barton’s website.
“I’ve known Northy since we were about 20, 21, and we’ve always had a good relationship, so I think we’ll be a good partnership. He’ll be involved on the playing side too but not as much.
“In terms of players we want to build on those we currently have at the club. Some were brought in under Dents (Craig Denton) and then Rob (Watson) brought some in. We won’t be discarding anyone; we’re not telling them they aren’t wanted. I’ll want to see them in training and get an opinion myself and then go from there really.
“The Chairman and Directors want progression as a club, and I want to win. I want us to win at all costs and win as many as we can. We’re going to aim as high as possible. Fans can expect our playing style to mirror my traits as a player. Hard working, aggressive, win at all costs. We’ll be well prepared and work on formations and set pieces.”