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Paul Beesley is the new manager of Harrogate Railway. Picture: Caught Light Photography
Scarborough Athletic striker Paul Beesley has returned to Harrogate Railway to become their new player/manager.
Beesley replaces Lee Ashforth who resigned last week after 17 months in charge at Station View. The post is his first senior management post.
“I am delighted to be given the opportunity to be manager of Harrogate Railway,” Beesley said.
I would like to thank the board for choosing me and I hope to do my best and bring success to the club.”
Beesley, who only started playing semi-professional football a few years ago, at Railway under Nigel Danby, has worked for Harrogate Town as their under 21s boss.
He has also played for Town and Gainsborough Trinity. Injuries have disrupted his career in the past couple of years.
His first game in charge is on Saturday at Barton Town Old Boys.