DOMINIC Cunliffe’s reign as Bashley manager has been a brief one.

The former Team Solent boss took up the role on November 25.

Now, little more than two weeks later, he has quit the Southern One South & West strugglers.

A statement released by Bashley today said: “It is with regret that we must inform you that Dominic Cunliffe has decided to step down as first-team manager.

“The committee were stunned and disappointed to receive this communication but would like to thank him for the effort he has put in to date.

“Dominic received our complete support and commitment during his short spell with us and thanked us and the club for standing alongside him when unfair criticism was directed his way.

“A personal change in his circumstances has meant he has had to step aside with immediate effect and he apologised sincerely to this end.

“The change has meant he can no longer spare the large amount of time and commitment required to fulfil the role of first-team manager.

“Unfortunately this has come at a busy time with perhaps our toughest run of fixtures this season and we will update our supporters when we have more news.

“We wish Dominic and his family all the best for the future and they will always be welcomed at Bashley FC.”

Cunliffe is the fourth man to leave a managerial position at beleaguered Bash in little over two months with Andy Dartnon, Graham Speechley-Price and interim boss Martin Spiers all making way since October 9.