History of Ryan Lowe in Timeline

By Popular Timelines Editorial Team · Updated: November 22, 2025

Ryan Lowe is an English professional football coach and former player. He currently manages Wigan Athletic, a team in EFL League One. His career transitioned from playing professional football to coaching, highlighting his continued involvement in the sport.

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Full Timeline Career & Achievements

September 1978: Ryan Lowe Born

Ryan Thomas Lowe was born on September 18, 1978.

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January 2017: Return to Bury as Player-Coach

In January 2017, Ryan Lowe rejoined Bury as a player-coach.

October 2017: Appointed Caretaker-Manager of Bury

In October 2017, Ryan Lowe was appointed caretaker-manager of Bury following the sacking of manager Lee Clark, taking charge for Bury's FA Cup first-round tie.

January 2018: Second Caretaker-Manager Appointment at Bury

In January 2018, Ryan Lowe was appointed caretaker-manager for the second time after Chris Lucketti was sacked, with Ryan Kidd as his assistant, remaining in the role until the end of the season.

March 2018: Retirement from Playing

In March 2018, Ryan Lowe ended his playing career to concentrate on management and coaching, with his last match as a player being for Bury against Bristol Rovers on March 30, 2018.

May 2018: Appointed Full-Time Manager of Bury

In May 2018, Ryan Lowe was appointed as the full-time manager of Bury on a two-year contract following their relegation. He oversaw significant player transfers to prepare for the 2018–19 season.

May 2018: Offered Full-Time Manager Position

In May 2018, despite their relegation to League Two, Bury offered Ryan Lowe the position of full-time manager on a two-year contract.

November 2018: EFL League Two Manager of the Month Award

In November 2018, Ryan Lowe was awarded the EFL League Two Manager of the Month award.

January 2019: EFL League Two Manager of the Month Award

In January 2019, Ryan Lowe received the EFL League Two Manager of the Month award for a second time.

February 2019: EFL League Two Manager of the Month Award

In February 2019, Ryan Lowe was awarded the EFL League Two Manager of the Month award for the third time.

June 2019: Takes Over at Plymouth Argyle

On June 5, 2019, Ryan Lowe left Bury to take over at newly relegated Plymouth Argyle.

June 2019: Appointed Manager of Plymouth Argyle

On June 5, 2019, Ryan Lowe was announced as the manager of Plymouth Argyle.

October 2021: Named EFL League One Manager of the Month

In October 2021, Ryan Lowe was named EFL League One Manager of the Month after guiding Plymouth to four wins and two draws during a 17-game unbeaten run.

December 2021: Appointed Manager of Preston North End

Immediately following his departure from Plymouth, on December 7, 2021, Ryan Lowe was appointed manager of Championship side Preston North End.

December 2021: Resigns as Plymouth Manager

On December 7, 2021, Ryan Lowe resigned as the manager of Plymouth, with the club sitting fourth in League One.

August 2024: Departure from Preston North End

On August 12, 2024, Ryan Lowe left Preston North End by mutual consent after just one game of the 2024–25 season.

March 2025: Appointment as Wigan's Head Coach

In March 2025, Ryan Lowe was appointed as the head coach of Wigan Athletic, a League One side.

March 2025: Appointed Wigan Athletic Head Coach

On March 12, 2025, Ryan Lowe was appointed as the head coach of League One side Wigan Athletic on a three-and-a-half year contract.

April 2025: Red Card and First Win as Manager

In April 2025, Ryan Lowe received a red card after angry exchanges during a game against Bolton Wanderers. Later in the month, on April 18, 2025, Lowe secured his first win as manager with Wigan Athletic, defeating his former club Shrewsbury Town 1-0.