Yesterday he left Gresford, today he is the new manager of Buckley Town

Quick swap…..

Gresford Athletic manager one day, Buckley Town boss the next.

Dave Evans left Gresford by mutual consent on Sunday and today he has been unveiled as the new manager of Buckley for the 2026-27 campaign.

Evans’ experience at Cymru North level should serve him well at The Globe next season.

The Wrexham man replaces Asa Hamilton, who left the Bucks last month after two-and-a-half seasons in charge.

Evans won six of his 18 games in the hot seat at Gresford, steering the club away from relegation danger in the Cymru North this season.

He also helped Ruthin Town avoid the drop from Cymru North on the final day of 2024-25.

Now comes a new challenge for the former Queens Park and Ruthin chief.

Evans said: “I am absolutely delighted to be given the opportunity to be First Team Manager at Buckley Town Football Club.

“From the very first conversations I had with Pete (Edwards, chairman) and Mark (Duffy, vice-chairman), I saw just how ambitious everyone connected with Buckley is, and I am incredibly proud and humbled that a club of this size and stature has trusted me to take the Club forward. It is a fantastic opportunity and one that I simply could not turn down.

“Buckley Town is a football club with tremendous potential. The facilities are right up there with some of the very best in the league and it is obvious that there is a real desire throughout the club to continue progressing and moving forward. As a manager, those are the types of challenges and environments you want to be part of, and I genuinely cannot wait to get started.

“One thing that has always stood out to me about Buckley Town is the support. Whether at home or away, the backing this club receives has always been unbelievable. The supporters are passionate, loyal and care deeply about their football club. I know how important that connection between the fans, players and staff is, and I hope over the coming months we can give the supporters something to really cheer about. Success is always built together and I firmly believe that when everybody pulls in the same direction, special things can happen.

“I also recognise that there are big shoes to fill. The previous management team did a fantastic job during their tenure and deserve enormous credit particularity Asa in his first management role. They leave behind strong foundations and it is now my responsibility to continue building on the excellent work that has already been done.

“For me, the key moving forward is togetherness. If we can keep that strong connection between the supporters, players, committee and everyone associated with the football club, then there is no reason why we cannot look forward to having a very successful season. There is real potential here and I am excited about what the future can hold for Buckley Town Football Club.

“I cannot wait to begin this new chapter and give absolutely everything I have for this football club.”

Buckley chairman Pete Edwards said: “We are delighted to welcome Dave who you will all know from his time at FC Queen’s Park, Ruthin Town and most recently, Gresford Athletic.

“After speaking to Dave, we were extremely impressed with his plans, organisation and passion to join our Club. I can confidently say that Dave’s experience in Tier 2 is massive for Buckley and I am overjoyed to have Dave on board to take the Club forward into our next era.

“Please all join me in welcoming Dave and his team, big boots to fill, but I know as fans you will be behind the team and give them your typical Buckley Town Football Club support.”