Tucker leaves post as Wick boss with a heavy heart

Jon Tucker stepped down from his role as manager at Wick Football Club and said: 'I'm leaving with a heavy heart.'
Former Wick Football Club boss Jon Tucker. Picture: Liz Pearce LP1600537Former Wick Football Club boss Jon Tucker. Picture: Liz Pearce LP1600537
Former Wick Football Club boss Jon Tucker. Picture: Liz Pearce LP1600537

Tucker, who made a return to Wick as joint-boss last season, leaves having collected six points from seven Southern Combination League Premier Division matches to date, with his final game a 2-0 victory at basement boys Hailsham Town on Saturday.

A successful first spell at the club saw Tucker guide Wick to promotion from then Sussex County League Division 2, two seasons ago, before leaving for rivals Pagham

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Tucker was relieved of his duties with Lions early on, before returning to Wick alongside Richard Towers as joint-manager last season.

Tucker feels his love for the game is currently missing, with that being a major factor in his decision to walk away.

He said: “I’ve not really got that enthusiam that is needed at this minute.

“I’ve recently changed roles at work and now I haven’t got as much time to give to the club.

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“It’s a great club, with so many great people and I know it will keep progressing in the future.

“For me, I’ve been involved as a player or manager with teams for the past 20 seasons and I feel it’s right for a little break.

“The club has come a long way and I have a lot to thank them for in giving me the opportunities that I’ve had.”

“There is a really good squad of talented, young players at Wick and I’m confident a new, enthuastic manager will be able to guide them up the table as the season goes on.”

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Tucker now wants to take an increased period away from the game before looking at potential avenues back into the game.

The former Wick boss believes a break will see his hunger and desire eventually come back.

He added: “I’ve had some great times at Wick but this will give me a chance to step away for a while now.

“I’ll have some Saturday’s at home, watch some matches in the area.

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“I’m always open to opportunities that may arise, so you never know what could come up.”

Tucker’s final game as Wick boss saw his side come out 2-0 victors at Southern Combination League Premier Division basement boys Hailsham Town.

Goals in each half from Kieron Playle-Howard and Nathan Ediker helped Wick to their second league win this season.

Wes Hallett and Lee Baldwin will take charge for Wick’s FA Vase second-round qualifying encouter league below Division 1 outfit Little Common on Saturday.

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Wick’s hunt for a new manager now begins if you are interested in taking up the vacant position contact the club at [email protected]

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