Mike Ford is a football coach serving as the Manager of Evesham United Football Club . He has previously been associated with Banbury United, Oxford City and St. Ives Town during his career.
He is the holder of a UEFA A Licence.
Ford had a notable playing career, representing Cardiff City and Oxford United with nearly 500 league appearances and achieving two promotions. His playing career ended prematurely due to injury, leading him to transition into management. At Oxford United, he served twice as a caretaker manager and also as an assistant manager.
Mike’s managerial career saw him lead Oxford City from 2009 to 2014, securing promotion to the National League Southern Division. He then managed Banbury United from 2015 to 2020, guiding them to promotion in 2016 and subsequently stabilizing the team in the Premier Division. Most recently, he contributed to the management of St. Ives Town last season.
In addition to his managerial roles, Mike is a UEFA A licensed coach with extensive experience in youth development. He notably managed the Oxford United Youth Team, focusing on nurturing and developing young talent.
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