KEVIN Horlock has quit his role as first team manager of Maldon and Tiptree.
The 53-year-old, who led the Jammers to the Pitching In Isthmian League division north title and the FA Cup first round where they lost to League One side Port Vale, has stepped down from his role with immediate effect.
Maldon and Tiptree have now begun the process of looking for a replacement for former Colchester United under-21 boss Horlock.
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— Maldon & Tiptree FC (@MaldonTiptreeFC) May 18, 2026
In a statement, the club said: ‘Maldon & Tiptree Football Club can confirm that Kevin Horlock has stepped down from his role as First Team Manager with immediate effect.
‘We would like to place on record our sincere thanks to Kevin for an incredible year at the football club and for all of his hard work, commitment and dedication throughout his time with us.
‘Everyone at the club wishes Kevin all the very best for the future.
‘The club is now inviting applications for the position of First Team Manager. ‘Interested applicants are asked to send their CV and covering email to: secretary@maldontiptreefc.com’
Horlock, who played for the likes of Manchester City, West Ham United and Ipswich Town along with Northern Ireland during a superb playing career, took over as Maldon and Tiptree manager in February, 2025.
He took over at the Jammers after resigning from his role as Needham Market boss.
— Kevin Horlock (@Kevinhorlock6) May 18, 2026
Horlock had previously been in charge at Maldon and Tiptree between 2016 and 2018, before returning for a second spell.
In a statement on social media, he said: 'Unfortunately, my time at Maldon & Tiptree FC has come to an end.
' I'd like to thank all the staff, players, and supporters for the incredible backing throughout my time at the club.
'The commitment, hard work, and togetherness shown every single week made this season one to remember.
'We shared some fantastic moments together - from a memorable FA Cup run that saw us face Port Vale in the First Round Proper live on TV, to winning the league and securing promotion to Step 3 for the first time in the club's history.
'I'll always be proud of what we achieved together as a group. Thank you all.'
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