Barrie Stimpson

Barrie George Stimpson (born 8 February 1964) is an English former professional footballer and non-league manager. He played as a full-back, including Football League appearances for both Hartlepool United and Chesterfield.

Playing career Born in Billingham, Stimpson was an apprentice with Hartlepool United, making his debut in March 1981, a 1–0 win at home to Stockport County. He played in the next three games, an away defeat against Crewe Alexandra and wins at home to Halifax Town and Darlington before losing his place, and Colne Dynamoes

He moved to Lancaster City where he was captain under manager Alan Tinsley, before rejoining Barrow in February 1995 after initially being on loan.

Managerial career In February 2003 Stimpson was assistant manager of Lancaster City, under manager Tony Hesketh. When Hesketh left to manage Kendal Town, Stimpson followed him, again as assistant manager. Stimpson, along with former player-manager Peter Smith took over as caretaker of Kendal after Hesketh left the club in November 2006, but left after just one game in charge.

Stimpson returned to Lancaster City later in November 2006, this time as manager of a side marooned at the foot of the Conference North after going through serious financial problems. In May 2009 he took over as manager of Garstang.