Grimsby Town Football Club Women’s Head Coach, Ben Challen, has stepped down from his role as he takes on increased responsibility for the Club’s Emerging Talent Centre (ETC) ahead of the 2025/26 season.
In a statement issued by Grimsby Town Football Club a spokesperson said “Ben has played a key role in the development and progress of the Women’s First Team, adding that his dedication and professionalism have been central to its growth on and off the pitch. With the ETC continuing to grow and evolve, Ben’s focus will now shift fully to the exciting challenges ahead within the youth development pathway.”
Community Director for Grimsby Town, Mike Thompson, echoed the sentiments of the Club regarding Ben’s contribution by saying, “Ben has been a brilliant advocate within our Women’s Team setup and has made a significant impact during his time as manager.
“As our Emerging Talent Centre continues to grow, it’s only right that someone with Ben’s passion and expertise is at the heart of that journey.
“We thank him for his incredible work with the Women’s Team and look forward to seeing him drive the next generation of talent forward.”
The Club added that the search for a successor to Challen is now underway, and that the Foundation is committed to building on the strong platform Ben has helped to create at the club.
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