ANDY Crowther admits the decision to step down as Droitwich Spa boss was one of the hardest he has had to make in football.
Crowther opted to resign as Saltmen manager following the conclusion of the 2025/26 season after six seasons at the helm.
The now former Droitwich boss managed 224 games at the helm and departs with a record of 148 wins, 26 draws and 50 defeats.
Spa suffered defeat in the Hellenic League Premier Division play-off final in his final game in charge.
Crowther led the club to two promotions and three play-off finals during his time in charge of the club.
Crowther said: “Leaving Droitwich Spa is one of the hardest decisions I’ve had to make.
“This club has meant so much to me, not just professionally, but personally.
“From the players to the staff and the incredible supporters, you’ve all made my time here truly special.
“I have walked away with friends for life and the lads have helped shaped me into the manager I was and I can only truly thank them all for that.
“I’m so proud of everything we’ve been through together – the challenges, the hard work and the moments we’ll never forget.
“It’s been an absolute honour to lead this group and be a part of a club with such passion and spirit.
“I’ll always carry these memories with me, and a part of me will always belong to Droitwich.
“I wish the club nothing but success and happiness for the future.”
Crowther enjoyed a more than 20-year association with Droitwich after joining the club as a player as an 18-year-old in the early 2000s.
He helped Spa win promotion to the Midland Combination Division One league as a player along and also lifted three Worcestershire Junior Cup trophies, two Evesham Hospital Cups and the Presidents’ Cup.
During his time as manager, Crowther guided Spa to Step Five for the first time in the club’s history and also oversaw the club’s debut in the FA Cup.
Spa have since appointed Quentin Townsend as Crowther’s replacement with former Droitwich manager Mark Owen to assist Townsend in his new role.
