Aberystwyth Town have begun the search for a new manager following the resignation of Anthony Williams.
Williams, known as Taff, joined Aberystwyth in May 2022 at a challenging time, with only two first-team starters remaining from a squad which narrowly avoided relegation the previous season.
His leadership and personality were instrumental in guiding the Black and Greens to survival in his debut season, capped by a dramatic 3-2 win over Caernarfon on the final day.
He repeated this feat last season with a decisive 3-0 victory at home against Pontypridd to secure the club’s safety once again.
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Club chairman Donald Kane said: "It is with great sadness that we have accepted Taff’s resignation.
"Unfortunately, a series of injuries in recent weeks have hindered our progress.
"Anthony was not just a great manager but a person everyone grew to respect and admire, which makes this decision even harder. We hope to see him return to football in the future and extend our best wishes to him.
"He will always be a friend of Aberystwyth Town FC."
Williams wished the club well and was proud of his role in keeping the perennial strugglers in the top flight and maintaining their unbroken JD Cymru Premier status.
He said: "I have enjoyed every moment of my time at Aberystwyth Town, and it has been a privilege to work with such a passionate group of players, staff, and supporters.
"Despite the challenges we've faced, I'm incredibly proud of what we have achieved together. Unfortunately, the recent run of injuries has made it difficult to maintain our momentum, and I feel it's in the best interest of the club to step aside at this time.
"I wish the club every success moving forward and will always remain a supporter of the Black and Greens."
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