Quick Info
| Profession | Professional football manager and former professional footballer (defender) |
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| Nationality | English |
| Date of Birth | 02/10/1975 |
| Age | 51 years |
| Birthplace | Chester, England |
| Zodiac Sign | Libra |
Latest News about Dave Challinor
01/06/2026
Dave Challinor left his position as manager of Stockport County by mutual consent after almost five years in charge. The club described the decision as the result of long and constructive discussions. He had been in charge since November 2021 and led the club to a third-place League One finish in 2024/25.
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Bio/Wiki
| Summary | David Paul Challinor is an English professional football manager and former defender. He managed Stockport County from November 2021 until he left the club by mutual consent on 1 June 2026. He is known for his long-throw-in world record as a player and for guiding several non-league and lower-league clubs to promotions. |
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Physical Stats & More
| Height | 1.85 m |
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| Playing Position | Defender |
Educational Qualification(s)
| Planned Study | Sports science at Loughborough University (deferred entry) |
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| Professional Qualification | Qualified physiotherapist |
Career
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Some Lesser Known Facts
| 1. As a schoolboy, Challinor was a successful javelin thrower, which contributed to his exceptional long throw‑ins. | |
| 2. He set a Guinness World Record for the longest football throw‑in (46.34 m / 152 ft) in a special challenge at Prenton Park in 1998, breaking the previous record held by Andy Legg. | |
| 3. He deferred entry to study sports science at Loughborough University when Tranmere Rovers offered him a permanent professional contract. | |
| 4. While managing Colwyn Bay, he combined his managerial duties with training to become a qualified physiotherapist. |
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