Stanley Eugene Storton (born 5 January 1939) is an English former

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player and manager.

Personal life

Born in Keighley, Storton is the older brother of fellow professional player

Trevor Storton Trevor Storton (26 November 1949 – 23 March 2011) was an English footballer who played as a central defender. The early years He began his career at Tranmere Rovers, playing alongside his older brother Stan, he played over 100 games for the ...

. Following his management career, Storton ran an office cleaning firm in Ellesmere Port.

Career

Playing career

Storton, who played as a full back, began his career at Huddersfield Town as an amateur. He turned professional in 1959, appearing in the Football League for Bradford City,

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, Hartlepool United and Tranmere Rovers, before dropping into non-league football with Ellesmere Port Town.

Coaching career

After retiring as a player, Storton managed a number teams including Ellesmere Port Town, Runcorn,

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and Telford United.

Honours

;Individual Football Conference Manager of the Month: October 1986

References

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