The club is proud to announce the appointment of Desmond Hazel as the new head coach for the Academy.
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The former St. Kitts & Nevis international, who played for Sheffield Wednesday, Rotherham United and Chesterfield during his career, brings with him a vast wealth of knowledge and experience.
Since retiring from professional football, Desmond has forged a career in coaching and youth development, having previously lead the academy at Halifax Town and working for Manchester City as an elite development scout.