BANGOR 1876 have appointed Iwan Williams as their first ever director of football.

The Gwynedd League leaders confirmed the news on Thursday evening, with Williams moving upstairs after taking the decision to retire through injury recently.

He boasts a wealth of experience having managed Caernarfon Town to the Huws Gray Alliance title before a move to Llandudno, where he endured a difficult spell that eventually saw them relegated from the JD Cymru Premier.

Williams’ appointment is part of a five-year plan implemented by the club’s board of directors that will aim to bring “community-based competitive football in the Bangor area and working with other organisations to enhance the quality of life and well-being in the community through football related activities”.

The UEFA Pro Licence holder, said: “I am incredibly humbled and overwhelmed, not only to be asked to remain as part of this fantastic project, but to be given the role of director of football.

“Since I’ve been at this club, although unlucky with injuries, I’ve thoroughly enjoyed every single second. I’ve met some fantastic people and have made lifelong friends.”

Williams, who also enjoyed a standout career at the likes of Porthmadog, Newtown, Wrexham and Kansas City College, added that the board were “overwhelmed” by his five-year proposal to steer the club forward, which includes a significant Academy and youth structure that will be available to aspiring stars in the area.

“My message to the young players around the Bangor area is that we will provide you with the best opportunities in the area and will look to develop children and young people on the pitch as well as off it, whilst also providing a pathway to our fantastic first team,” added Williams.

“We have already recruited qualified coaches, with more coming in for discussions in the very near future, which is exciting.

“Along with developing a Junior Section aspiring to become an Accredited Academy, I will also be linking up with the Girls’ section and ensuring that we become a complete club.”

Dr. Glynne Roberts, Bangor 1876 chair, added: “In setting up Bangor 1876 as a community club, we always had a vision for creating a wide base for participation, and for engaging with all parts of our local community.

“Iwan's appointment, and vision for the club over the next five years, will allow us not only to meet our original hopes, but to exceed them, as we aim to demonstrate that Bangor 1876 is for everyone."