Garry Thompson

Managerial and coaching career

Bristol Rovers Thompson began his coaching career while still a player at Northampton Town and later moved to Bristol Rovers as a coach and reserve team manager. In January 2001, after the sacking of manager Ian Holloway, Thompson became assistant to new manager Gerry Francis in June 2001 and after Francis' resignation in December 2001, he took over the role as permanent manager on a -year contract.

Brentford In October 2002, Thompson was named as assistant to manager Wally Downes at Second Division club Brentford. He continued in the role until 15 March 2004, when, with the prospect of relegation looming, Downes was sacked. Thompson was named caretaker manager and his one match in charge resulted in a 1–1 draw with Blackpool the following night. He left the club following the appointment of Martin Allen on 18 March.

Farnborough Town Thompson served as a coach at struggling Conference Premier club Farnborough Town during the 2004–05 season and quit the club on 31 March 2005.

Hucknall Town In February 2006, Thompson joined Conference North club Hucknall Town as assistant to manager Kevin Wilson.

Personal life Thompson is of Saint Kitts and Nevis descent. His younger brother Keith was also a professional footballer and he is the uncle of athlete Daniel Caines. Thompson is an Aston Villa supporter and has worked in PR, as a driver and as a summariser for BBC Radio WM. He released an autobiography, Don't Believe a Word,

Career statistics

Player

Manager

Honours Aston Villa Football League Second Division second-place promotion: 1987–88

Crystal Palace Full Members' Cup: 1990–91

Individual West Bromwich Albion Player of the Year: 1984–85