Dale Harris returns to Chadderton FC as CEO
Dale Harris has been appointed as the new Chief Executive Officer of Chadderton FC, returning to the club after previously serving as Head of Commercial. His appointment follows a £1 million investment in the club's facilities and is seen as a step toward progress and professionalism. Harris comes from Oldham Athletic, where he played a key role in their promotion to the EFL. Chairman Bob Sopel praised Harris's experience and connection to the club, while Harris expressed excitement about driving Chadderton FC forward.
Dale Harris Returns to Chadderton FC as CEO Following £1 Million Investment
Chadderton Football Club has appointed Dale Harris as its new Chief Executive Officer, marking a significant move for the club following a transformational £1 million investment in its facilities.
Harris joins Chadderton from Oldham Athletic, where he served as Head of Commercial and Business Development Management during their historic 2024/25 season. He was part of the senior management team that guided the Latics back to the EFL following their first promotion in over 30 years through a remarkable playoff campaign.
This represents a homecoming for Harris, who previously served as Head of Commercial at Chadderton FC during the club’s inaugural season in the North West Counties Premier Division. His strategic insight and passion were instrumental in progressing the club forward during his initial tenure.
Chairman Bob Sopel welcomed Harris back, stating: “We are absolutely thrilled to welcome Dale back to Chadderton in this new role. His experience, energy and deep connection to both the town and the club make him the perfect person to lead us into this exciting new phase. When he was here previously, the impact he had was clear to see, we wish we could have kept hold of him then. However, he went on to do great things with Oldham, just look at the season they went on to have.”
Harris expressed his enthusiasm about returning: “Most people know how much the town and its football teams mean to me. The last 12 months at Oldham Athletic have been incredible, the promotion, the way we did it, it really was pinch-me stuff at times. But when the opportunity came up to come back and drive Chadderton forward, and I discussed my wife, the opportunity to have a real impact and that really excited me.”
Harris will officially begin his role on September 1.
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