Lee Martin has been sacked for the second time this season – hours after a cup final defeat.
Martin, axed by Welling final October, has now been dismissed by Ramsgate.
The determination comes despite the membership admitting he had achieved his remit after succeeding Ben Smith in November, which was to maintain Rams within the Isthmian Premier.
Martin led Ramsgate away from relegation hassle and into play-off competition, earlier than tailing off as accidents took their toll, however they nonetheless sat comfortably in tenth.
He additionally reached the membership’s first League Cup final since 2008, though it led to disappointment as Ramsgate suffered a 1-0 extra-time defeat by Wingate & Finchley final evening.
It was a sixth defeat in seven video games in all competitions and Martin has paid the value, with the membership additionally claiming the “playing budget was significantly underspent”.
“When Lee Martin came into the club, we were in a difficult position and facing the real possibility of relegation,” stated a Ramsgate assertion.
“His remit was simple – to keep us in the league. Lee achieved that.
“Results improved quickly and, at one stage, we even found ourselves looking towards the play-off places, which is a credit to the work done during that period.
“However, a challenging recruitment period leading into March meant that, over the final six weeks of the season, the playing budget was significantly underspent.
“That period has been reflected in our recent run of results, with six defeats from our last seven games, including this week’s cup final. This decision reflects the direction we want to take as a club, not any one result.
“As a club, our culture has always been about looking forwards. It’s a mindset that has taken us from the brink of Step 5 to competing at Step 3, and now to a position where we are able to look towards Step 2.”
Seb Tidey, Tom Hadler and Mark Buckingham will take the group for the final two video games of the season, a house match in opposition to Hashtag on Saturday and a visit to relegated Canvey Island.
The seek for Martin’s successor is beneath manner.
“To give ourselves the best possible chance of success on the pitch, we believe it is important to explore the market and identify the right manager to deliver that plan,” the assertion added.
“We would like to place on record our thanks to Lee for the job he has done. He came in at a difficult time, helped realign our objectives, and ensured the club moves forward from a stable position.”
