Former Town manager Harvey appointed as Altrincham boss

Ex-Halifax manager Jim Harvey has been appointed as the new boss of fellow Conference North side Altrincham.

Harvey guided Town to their historic FA Trophy success at Wembley against Grimsby in May before leaving the club after his contract was not renewed.

The FA Trophy Final.
FC Halifax v Grimsby Town.
Halifax player celebrate with manager Jim Harvey..
22nd May 2016.
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The FA Trophy Final. FC Halifax v Grimsby Town. Halifax player celebrate with manager Jim Harvey.. 22nd May 2016. Picture : Jonathan Gawthorpe

He initially came to The Shay as assistant manager to Darren Kelly but couldn’t prevent the club’s relegation at the end of last season after he took charge following Kelly’s dismissal.

Altrincham are due to play Halifax at Moss Lane on February 4.

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