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Graham Westley
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Personal information
Full name Graham Neil Westley[1]
Position(s) Striker[2]
Team information
Current team
 Stevenage (manager)
Youth career
1982–1986 Queens Park Rangers
Senior career*
Years Team Apps (Gls)
1986–1987 Gillingham 2 (0)
1987 Barnet 3 (1)
1987–1988 Wycombe Wanderers 20 (4)
1988–1990 Kingstonian 28 (9)
1990 Wealdstone 8 (1)
1990 Farnborough Town 11 (3)
1990 Harlow Town 2 (0)
1990–1992 Enfield 41 (14)
1992 Aylesbury United 5 (1)
1992–1993 Harrow Borough 17 (4)
1993 Tooting & Mitcham United 8 (1)
1993 Molesey 2 (1)
1994 Walton & Hersham 2 (0)
Managerial career
1996–1997 Kingstonian
1997–1998 Enfield
1999–2003 Farnborough Town
2003–2006 Stevenage
2006–2007 Rushden & Diamonds
2007 Kettering Town (caretaker)
2008– Stevenage
*Club domestic league appearances and goals

Graham Neil Westley (born 4 March 1968) is an English former footballer and is currently manager of League Two outfit Stevenage, where he has been in charge since 2008, his second spell at the club.

Westley started his managerial career at the age of 28, managing Kingstonian for five months, before spending a year in charge of Enfield. In 1999, Westley became manager of Farnborough Town, guiding them to the Conference National in 2002. He left Farnborough the following season, to become manager of Stevenage. He took the club to within one game of promotion to the Football League, but left the club in 2006 when his contract expired. Westley then had a brief, but successful, spell with Rushden & Diamonds, as well as acting as caretaker manager at Kettering Town. He took a year out of the game, before rejoining Stevenage in May 2008. He guided the club to FA Trophy success in 2009, before securing promotion to the Football League for the first time in the club's history in April 2010, finishing the season as league champions.

Playing career

Westley was born in Hounslow, London and he started his footballing career as an apprentice with Queens Park Rangers before joining Gillingham in March 1986.[1] He made two league appearances for the club before joining Barnet.[3] He made three appearances and scored one goal for them in the Football Conference during the 1987–88 season, making his debut for the club in a 2–2 draw against Macclesfield Town at Moss Rose.[4][5] Westley left Barnet when his short-term contract expired, and joined Wycombe Wanderers in the latter stages of 1987, where he played a total of 20 times, scoring 4 goals during the club's 1987–88 campaign.[5] He later played for a number of non-League clubs, including Kingstonian, Wealdstone, Farnborough Town, Harlow Town, Enfield, Aylesbury United, Harrow Borough, Tooting & Mitcham United, Molesey and Walton & Hersham – three of which he would later go on to manage.[6] During his time at Kingstonian, he suffered a dislocated ankle and broken leg in three places, which subsequently cut his playing career short after never fully recovering from the injury.[7] On his playing career, Westley said "I felt sorry for myself too often when I should have been leading the team".[8]

Managerial career

Early management

While recovering from a broken leg, at the age of 28,[9] Westley was appointed as manager of Kingstonian in December 1996 after approaching the club about their vacant managerial post.[7] His first two games in-charge of the club both ended in 4–4 draws against Walton & Hersham and Harrow Borough respectively,[9] with Westley saying "at the time, there was something raw and exciting about the team that I sent out. Although there was also something evidently missing".[9] His first victory in-charge of the club was a 2–0 win over Wokingham Town in the Isthmian League Cup,[10] before securing his first league win in the following game, a 5–2 win away at Aylesbury United.[10] Kingstonian drew clear of relegation, with Westley recalling a 3–2 victory over champions Yeovil Town at Huish Park as a "memorable victory".[9] Despite securing safety for the club, he was sacked after just five months at the club, being replaced by Geoff Chapple.[11] He managed Kingstonian for 25 games in total; recording nine wins, eight losses, and eight draws.[10]

In September 1997, Westley was appointed as manager of another club he had previously played for in the form of Isthmian League Premier Division outfit Enfield. He appointed Graham Pearce as his assistant, who had also previously played for, and managed, Enfield.[11] He outlined his ambition of ensuring the club returned to the top tier in non-league, despite a host of financial difficulties at the club, he stated "my ambition is to see silverware in the table, and if you can't take the pressure, you shouldn't take big jobs like this one".[11] His first game as manager of Enfield was a 2–0 home defeat to St Albans City.[12] Despite securing a 7th placed finish for the club, Westley left the club after just nine months in charge.[8][13] He managed the club for a total of 34 games; winning 15, losing 14, and drawing 5 – with a win percentage of 44.12%.[12]

Farnborough Town

In 1999, Westley bought a controlling interest in Farnborough Town and appointed himself as manager.[6][14] He managed the club to a 12th place finish in his first season in charge, but enjoyed success in the Isthmian Cup; winning the competition in 2000.[15] The following season, Westley guided the club to more success, winning the Isthmian League Premier Division; securing 31 victories out of a possible 42 and amassing a total of 99 points.[16] Westley overhauled the squad shortly after the club's promotion to the Conference National – something which he now states as a "huge regret".[17] At this point, he also tried to arrange a merger with Kingstonian – citing the club's "Football League rated ground" as the reasoning behind his proposed idea, although it never happened due to "fans resistance".[2] During the 2001–02 season, the club consolidated their position in the first tier of non–league football; with Westley guiding the club to a 7th place finish in the league. The following season was to be a memorable campaign for Westley, reaching the Third Round of the FA Cup after a 3–0 victory at Southport, where they faced Football League competition in the form of Darlington at Feethams.[18] Westley guided the side to a 3–2 win over Darlington, and the club were rewarded with a Fourth Round tie at home to Arsenal.[19] The tie, however, was controversially moved to Highbury – due to the fact that the tie stood to make around £600,000 in gate receipts from playing at Highbury, whereas playing at Cherrywood Road would only have generated the club an estimated £50,000.[20] Westley left the club after the sell-out 'home' tie at Highbury, which they lost 5–1.[21][22] Shortly after his resignation, he became manager at Conference National rivals Stevenage in January 2003, signing a three-year contract. Westley confirmed he would be leaving his shareholding in Farnborough to other existing shareholders, and would also be withdrawing his financial backing at the club.[15] On moving to Stevenage, Westley said "I've enjoyed my time at Farnborough, but I feel that I need to move on now and that I need to concentrate on football management, which is where my ambitions lie".[23] He went on to state that Stevenage's "long-term potential" was another key factor behind the move.[23]

Stevenage

When Westley took over the Hertfordshire club, Stevenage were sitting 21st in the Conference National, and were six points adrift of safety.[15] Unlike his position at his previous club, Westley was appointed as first-team manager, with no board involvement.[15] He set about ensuring the club were still in the highest tier in non-league football, signing seven players from his previous club Farnborough, as well as his former assistant Graham Pearce and goalkeeping coach Graham Benstead.[24][23] His first game in charge of the club was a 1–1 draw at home to Morecambe,[25] before having to wait three games for his first win at the club – a 2–0 victory away at local rivals Barnet, thanks to a Dino Maamria brace.[26] The victory sparked an eight game unbeaten run, recording six victories on the bounce to ensure the club were safe from relegation.[27] Westley had guided the club from 21st in the table to a respectable 12th place finish by the end of the season.[28] The 2003–04 season witnessed a much more consistent season under Westley's management, but the club were unable to make the play-offs and finished the campaign in 8th place, despite a positive start to the season.[29]

As was the case in previous seasons, Westley made wholesale changes at the end of the season, releasing several of the players he had originally signed from Farnborough, and replacing them with a mixture of players with Football League experience – in the form of Brian Quailey,[30] Dannie Bulman, and Matt Hocking[31] – as well as players from lower divisions such as Jon Nurse and Craig McAllister.[32][33] Westley also gave first-team opportunities to players who had progressed through the club's youth system, most notably George Boyd.[34] The squad originally struggled to perform, losing five games in the first eight games of the club's league campaign. However, two victories by wide margins against lowly opposition in the form of Farnborough and Northwich Victoria respectively propelled the club into a mid-table position.[35][36] However, this was followed by two heavy defeats at the hands of York City and Canvey Island – the latter a 4–1 home defeat against part-time opposition.[37][38] After the game, with hundreds of Stevenage fans calling for Westley to be sacked, he confronted fans in the East Terrace by saying he "would turn it around".[24] Westley's side responded with four straight wins, and stayed within touching distance of the play-offs for several months. An important double over Carlisle United in March 2005,[39][40] as well as crucial wins at Aldershot Town, Woking, and Crawley Town meant that Stevenage went into the final day of the season needing to beat already relegated Leigh RMI, and had to rely on Tamworth to hold Morecambe, who were currently occupying the final play-off spot.[41] Stevenage beat Leigh 2–0, whilst Tamworth held Morecambe to a goalless draw, ultimately meaning Westley's side had reached the play-offs on the final day of the season.[42] Westley engineered two solid displays to ensure Stevenage overcame second-placed Hereford United 2–1 on aggregate, but lost 1–0 to Carlisle United at the Britannia Stadium in the final.[43][44][45]

The 2005–06 season marked Westley's third season in charge as manager of the club, and although the club were consistent at Broadhall Way throughout the season, the side struggled for form away from home, winning just four games on the road all season.[46] Stevenage's poor away form was ultimately preventing the club from mounting any serious title challenge, and throughout the campaign Westley's side would often "lose the game before it began"[47] – in away games against Southport, Morecambe, and Burton Albion respectively, Westley's side trailed 3–0 before half-time.[47][48][49] Westley had also fallen out with striker Anthony Elding, who was eventually sold to Kettering Town in January 2006.[50] There were also increasingly frequent question marks surrounding the discipline of the squad under Westley's control, as Stevenage received fourteen red cards during the campaign, more than any other club in the league by some distance.[51] A 2–0 defeat away to relegation-threatened Forest Green Rovers on the final day of the season meant that Stevenage failed to reach the play-offs, finishing 6th in the table.[52] After failing to reach the play-offs, Westley confirmed in May 2006 that he would leave the club when his contract expired in June, ending his three and a half year tenure with the Hertfordshire club.[53]

Rushden & Diamonds

He was appointed manager of Rushden & Diamonds in December 2006, with the club sitting 22nd in the table, two points adrift of safety.[54] Westley's first game in charge of Rushden was a 1–0 victory away at Cambridge United, as he set about ensuring safety.[55] Westley secured the signatures of several players who he had previously managed at Stevenage; signing the likes of Jamie Cook, David Perpetuini, and Dino Maamria.[56] Westley also brought in the likes of Michael Bostwick and Chris Beardsley – younger players who he had previously written about in his weekly column in The Non-League Paper when he was out of work.[57][58] Westley's newly assembled team secured five straight wins in the league, including wins away at the top two teams in the league at the time, Oxford United and Dagenham & Redbridge.[59] Despite managing an upturn in the form of the club, Westley was surprisingly sacked after a 2–2 draw at Aldershot Town in February 2007.[60] He had taken the club from 22nd in the league to 12th in the space of two and a half months, and the club were on a seven match unbeaten run at the time. In total, he managed Rushden for 13 games; winning seven, drawing three and losing three. The reason behind Westley's sacking is unknown, but he was replaced two days later by Garry Hill.[61]

Kettering Town

Shortly after leaving Rushden, Westley was appointed caretaker manager of Conference North outfit Kettering Town for the rest of the 2006–07 season in April 2007.[62] Due to the date he joined, Westley was unable to bring any new players in to bolster the squad, with just two games remaining until the end of the season. His first game in charge was a 0–0 draw away to Stalybridge Celtic,[63] shortly followed by a 1–0 loss to Alfreton Town at Rockingham Road[64] – this was enough to ensure Kettering finished the season in second place.[65] He managed Kettering in the play-offs, as they were beaten on penalties by Farsley Celtic in the semi-final after a 1–1 aggregate scoreline over two legs,[66] he left shortly after when his short-term contract expired in May 2007, managing the club for a total of four games.[67]

Return to Stevenage

After almost a year without work in football, Westley surprisingly returned as Stevenage manager in May 2008 – two years after he had originally left.[68] On his return, Westley stated he had come to "finish the job he started" – referring to trying to guide the club into the Football League for the first time in its history. He said that "the moment was right" for him to come back into football and that he "had some very good times at Stevenage before".[69] His appointment was met with a fair bit of scepticism by Stevenage fans, but Westley promised to deliver a winning team, playing attractive football.[69] Westley started by completely overhauling the squad in the summer transfer window and brought in no fewer than twelve players in an attempt to mount a serious Conference National title challenge. Among those brought in were Gary Mills and David Bridges, who Westley had managed during his short-stint at Kettering.[70] He also signed Michael Bostwick and Mark Albrighton, who he had also signed at Rushden & Diamonds.[71][72] Westley also secured the signatures of Andy Drury and Eddie Odhiambo respectively, both of which were players Westley had previously earmarked.[73][74]

Stevenage started the season poorly, losing 3 out of their first 4 games and conceding 13 goals in the process, including a 5–0 loss to Wrexham on the first day of the season.[75] The club secured its first victory under Westley in late August 2008, a 3–1 win away at Barrow,[76] before winning four games on the bounce in September.[77] However, through the first half of the club's 2008–09 campaign, Westley's side were suffering from the same inconsistency that was common in his first spell as manager of the Hertfordshire side, losing three games on the trot in November – the last of which was a 2–1 home defeat to Wrexham, it was to be Stevenage's last defeat at Broadhall Way in the league for 18 months.[78] Westley brought in former player, Dino Maamria as first-team coach at the club. This, coupled with key signings during the campaign, such as Chris Day, Mark Roberts, and Jon Ashton, meant that Stevenage witnessed an up-turn in form half way through the campaign.[79][80][81] A 24 game unbeaten run stretching from December 2008 to April 2009, as well as winning crucial games towards the latter stages of the season, ultimately meant that Westley's men made the Conference National play-offs, finishing in the last play-off place.[82] Despite taking a 3–1 lead into the second leg, Stevenage lost 4–3 overall on aggregate to Cambridge United.[83] Westley did, however, enjoy success in the FA Trophy when he led the side out at Wembley Stadium in front of 27,102 as Stevenage beat York City 2–0 in the Final. The win was Westley's first taste of success as manager of Stevenage.[84] After the game, it was announced that Westley was to stay on as manager for another year.[24]

The majority of the squad that performed so well in the second half of the club's 2008–09 campaign were retained, with very little transfer activity in comparison to previous seasons under Westley. Steve Morison, the club's top goalscorer for the past three seasons, moved to Millwall for a fee of £130,000,[85] while both John Martin and Calum Willock were released by Westley in late May 2009.[86][87] Midfielder Gary Mills was the last departure of the close season; rejecting a contract and instead opting to join fellow Conference rivals Mansfield Town.[88] Five players joined the club during the close season. Charlie Griffin was the first signing of the season, joining Stevenage from Salisbury City on a free transfer. Yemi Odubade, Chris Beardsley, and Joel Byrom signed for the club shortly after; the latter commanding a transfer fee of £15,000.[89][90] Westley had previously managed Beardsley at Rushden & Diamonds and Kettering Town. The last signing of pre-season was Stacy Long; who joined the club on a free transfer from Ebbsfleet United. No players departed the club during the season, with Tim Sills the only addition – signing for an undisclosed fee from Torquay United in January 2010.[91]

"When you've put as much work in as we have over the last couple of years to build a team, to build a successful squad, to see it come to fruition is fantastic."

Graham Westley, on Stevenage securing promotion to the Football League in April 2010.[92]

Stevenage's league campaign got off to a typically patchy start; with the side recording just one win from their first five games of the season. Following a 2–1 defeat to Oxford United in August 2009,[93] the team went on a 17 game unbeaten run that stretched four months from August to December 2009, propelling the club into the top two. Unlike in previous seasons, the club were performing strongly away from home, and secured victories at the likes of Luton Town and Mansfield Town.[94] A 4–1 victory against Cambridge United on New Year's Day ultimately meant that Stevenage hit top-spot for the first time in the season.[95] However, two defeats on the road within the space of a week in February meant that rivals Oxford United had an eight–point lead going into March 2010. The team responded well, winning eight games on the bounce; including an important 1–0 victory over Oxford United in late March, subsequently replacing Oxford at the top of the table.[96] Borough brushed aside a late challenge from Luton Town, securing promotion to the Football League with two games to spare following a 2–0 win against Kidderminster Harriers at Aggborough.[97] The team won their last six games of the league campaign without conceding a single goal, and recorded 42 points from a possible 45 from their last 15 league fixtures.[98] Stevenage finished the season having amassed a total of 99 points from 44 games, winning the league by 11 points, with Westley winning many plaudits for the way he had secured promotion despite considerably less resources than a lot of the teams in the division.[99] The promotion means Westley has led Stevenage to the Football League for the first time in their history, as well as managing a Football League team for the first time in his managerial career. Westley also guided the club to another FA Trophy Final; this time losing 2–1 after extra-time against Barrow at Wembley Stadium.[100] At the end of the season, Westley signed a new two-year contract; keeping him contracted to the club until 2012.[101] On signing the new deal, Westley said "I am grateful for all the support that we have all been given in the past two years. I am delighted to have the opportunity to manage the launch of the club into the Football League".[101] In his first two seasons back at the club, from May 2008 to May 2010, Westley has been in charge for 114 games, winning a total of 70 games – recording a win percentage of 61.40%.[14]

Similarly to the club's successful campaign the season before, but in complete contrast to his first tenure at the club, the 2010–11 season under Westley has witnessed a "five in, five out" policy regarding transfer activity – with roughly five players joining the club, while roughly five players leave the club in the close season.[102]

Personal life

Westley writes a weekly column in The Non-League Paper, sharing his views and experiences on the non-league game.[103] He is also the chief executive of the Aimita Corporation, an organisation that provides performance management consulting.[2] Westley has also gained a Master of Arts degree in company direction.[23][8]

Managerial statistics

As of 8 May 2010.[10][14][104][105][106][107][108]
Team Nat From To Record
G W L D Win %
Kingstonian England 29 December 1996 10 May 1997 25 9 8 8 36.00
Enfield England 26 September 1997 30 May 1998 34 15 14 5 44.12
Farnborough Town England 2 August 1999 28 January 2003 128 66 35 27 51.56
Stevenage England 29 January 2003 30 June 2006 157 75 49 33 47.77
Rushden & Diamonds England 18 December 2006 25 February 2007 15 8 4 3 53.33
Stevenage England 2 May 2008 Present 114 70 20 24 61.40
Total error 243 130 101 051.48

Honours

Farnborough Town
Stevenage
Individual

See also

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