Dolan is new Hastings United boss
Hastings United have moved quickly to appoint a first-team manager – naming Ronnie Dolan as their new boss.
The news comes 48 hours after David Altendorff resigned from the role after less than a year in charge, having guided United to safety in the Isthmian SE division.
Dolan previously had a spell playing at The Pilot Field and enjoyed a strong non-league playing career. He spent 10 years with Folkestone Invicta, helping the club secure promotion from step four and, last season, from the Isthmian Premier to National League South.
But he has now switched to management.
United said he was a Hastings local with a strong understanding of both this level and the division above, adding: “Dolan now takes the next progressive step in his career as he moves into management.”
Dolan told the Us website: “It’s a huge honour to become manager of Hastings United. This is a club with fantastic support, real history, and a fanbase that cares deeply about its football club.
"Living in the area, and having previously played for the club, I understand what Hastings United means to people, and that’s something I don’t take lightly.
"My experiences winning titles with Folkestone Invicta showed me the standards, togetherness and culture needed to be successful, and those are values I want to bring here.
"I want to create an environment where players work hard for each other, represent the badge properly, and give supporters a team they can believe in. I’m ambitious, hungry to learn, and fully committed to giving everything I have for this football club and its supporters.”
The club said they would announce a ‘Meet the Manager’ event shortly.
He will be the club’s eighth manager since 2023 – with Gary Elphick, Paul Barnes, Chris Agutter, Danny Bloor, Danny Searle and Lee Carey having preceded Altendorff in the hotseat.