This week’s Manager of the Week honors go to a man who proved that if you put in the hard work then good things will happen.

Chris Priestley (Burnhill FC)

In a division as unpredictable as the Conference League, momentum is everything. This week, the spotlight belongs to one man who has masterfully steered his side through their toughest test yet: Chris Priestley.

The Burnhill FC boss has been turning heads all season, but his tactical masterclass this past weekend truly solidified his status as our Manager of the Week.

The David vs. Goliath Stand

Burnhill traveled to face Remo FC, a side that hadn’t just been winning—they had been lookng invincible. With an unbeaten record and a home crowd expecting another three points, the odds were heavily stacked against Priestley’s men.

However, Chris didn’t set up just to “survive.” He prepared a disciplined, resilient unit that frustrated the league leaders from the first whistle. Walking away from Remo FC with a hard-earned draw is a statement result that has sent ripples through the league.

Why Chris Priestley Deserves the Nod:

• Tactical Discipline: Breaking the rhythm of an unbeaten side requires more than just luck; it requires a perfect game plan.

• Consistency: This isn’t a one-off result. Chris has done a fantastic job building Burnhill into a competitive force since the season began.

• Squad Mentality: To go into the “lion’s den” and refuse to blink shows the incredible culture and belief Priestley has instilled in the Burnhill dressing room.

The Season So Far

Burnhill FC is quickly becoming the team that nobody wants to play. Under Priestley’s leadership, they’ve combined grit with tactical intelligence, climbing the table and proving they can go toe-to-toe with the heavy hitters.

If they keep this form up, the rest of the Conference League needs to be on high alert. Congratulations to Chris Priestley—a well-deserved Manager of the Week!