Dryden brings a wealth of experience from both his playing and coaching career. As a player, he enjoyed a professional career spanning several clubs, including stints at Southampton, Bristol Rovers, and Portsmouth, primarily as a defender.
After retiring from playing, Dryden transitioned into coaching, where he has worked alongside manager Mark Cooper at multiple clubs, building a strong professional relationship.
Richard Dryden expressed his enthusiasm ahead of his arrival stating,
“I’m really excited to be joining Yeovil Town and to be working alongside Mark again. I know Toddy well and have had some good conversations with Sam Curry, the analyst, over time. I’m also looking forward to working with Matt Gould – his grandfather actually gave me my debut at Bristol Rovers when I was just 17, so there’s a nice connection there. I’m looking forward to getting started and beginning training with the players on the 1st of July.”
Mark Cooper commented on the appointment, saying,
“I’m delighted Richard has joined Yeovil Town as First Team Coach. He is an exceptionally experienced technical coach with a track record of really improving players. He won the FA Trophy with Aldershot last season. We’ve worked closely before at Forest Green Rovers, Tamworth, Darlington, Notts County and Barrow so we know exactly how each other operates. What’s more, he knows this division really well. His services were in demand so we are delighted he’s chosen to come to Huish Park on a long-term deal. He joins my excellent backroom team, working especially closely with Chris Todd and Sam Curry. I can’t wait to welcome Richard and hit the ground running when the players return.”
Executive Chairman Stuart Robins also added…
“We are delighted to add a coach of Richard’s calibre and experience to work alongside Mark. Richard’s skillset really compliments our excellent backroom staff at Yeovil Town. We look forward to welcoming him to Huish Park”
The club warmly welcomes Richard Dryden and looks forward to the contributions he will make as Yeovil Town continues to pursue its ambitions for success on and off the field.
