Paul Holleran (Manager)

First game in charge: 14/11/09 @ Cambridge City - Southern League Premier Division - Drew 2-2

Total games in charge (To end of 2023/24 season): 711

One of the most well liked and respected managers in Midlands Non League football and beyond, Paul took over at Leamington in November 2009. Approaching his 15th year in charge of the Brakes, he passed 700 games in charge of the club in March 2024, and celebrated at the end of the season by leading his side back to the National League North at the first attempt through the Southern League Play Offs. During his time at the helm he has also led the club to a Southern League title and a Play Off win along with three Birmingham Senior Cup wins, whilst playing a large part in the development of several current EFL players.

 Starting his career as a scholar at Birmingham City, Paul played for Alvechurch and Solihull Borough before two knee operations forced early retirement and a move into coaching, where he is qualified to UEFA level. He was instrumental in setting up reserve and youth teams at Solihull before his first managerial role at Kings Norton Town, guiding them to runners up spot in the Midland Alliance and a cup win. He then worked alongside David Busst at Solihull, eventually taking over the manager’s role. He had a hand in both Solihull and Halesowen Town winning promotion in 2003/04, taking over the latter part way through the season. The Yeltz won the Worcestershire Senior Cup and reached the 1st round proper of the FA Cup under his stewardship. Paul has also managed Rushall Olympic, taking them to two play off spots and the 4th Qualifying Round of the FA Cup for the first time in their history.