There are successful seasons, and then there are seasons that define a football club.
After leading Wythenshawe FC to the North West Counties Premier Division title and securing promotion to the Northern Premier League, First Team Manager James Kinsey has added another accolade to an already remarkable year by being named North West Counties Premier Division Manager of the Year.
The award caps off a memorable campaign for both James and the football club, with the Ammies lifting the league title, securing promotion to Step 4 and continuing to build one of the strongest community football stories in the region.
James has also recently completed his UEFA A Diploma, further demonstrating his commitment to developing both himself and those around him as the club prepares for the challenges ahead.
When Wythenshawe FC appointed James in April 2025, there was a clear belief that he was the right person to lead the club forward. Since then, he has helped shape a winning culture, embraced the club’s community values and built a team that supporters can be proud of.
The achievements from the past season speak for themselves:
🏆 North West Counties Premier Division Champions
🏆 Promotion to the Northern Premier League (Step 4)
🏆 North West Counties Premier Division Manager of the Year
🏆 UEFA A Diploma achieved
🏆 Record-breaking attendances and growing support both home and away
Success in football is never achieved alone. James will be the first to recognise the contribution of his management team, players, volunteers, board members, sponsors and supporters who have all played their part in an unforgettable campaign.
But individual recognition matters too, and being named North West Counties Premier Division Manager of the Year is a richly deserved accolade following a season that saw Wythenshawe FC crowned champions and promoted to the next level of the football pyramid.
As the club prepares for its first season in the Northern Premier League, the future looks incredibly exciting. The standards, ambition and culture that have been built over the past 12 months provide a strong foundation for the challenges ahead.
Congratulations to James, his management team and the players on a season that will be remembered for many years to come.
Up The Ammies.
