Rise to Success: Career Highlights of Sam Stockley

Discover the career path of Sam Stockley, from the first major opportunity to industry-changing achievements.

Samuel Joshua "Sam" Stockley is an English football coach and former professional player. He currently serves as the academy manager for Stoke City, a club in the EFL Championship. His career encompasses both playing and coaching roles within professional football.

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Full Timeline Career & Achievements

1996: Debut at Barnet

During the 1996-97 season, Sam Stockley moved to Third Division club Barnet, making his debut on January 14.

1997: Played at Barnet

In 1997-98, Sam Stockley made 49 appearances in league and cup for Barnet.

1998: Played at Barnet

In 1998-99, Sam Stockley continued to be a constant presence at Barnet, making 45 appearances.

1999: Played at Barnet

In 1999-2000, Sam Stockley made 39 appearances for Barnet.

April 2000: First League Goal

On April 24, 2000, Sam Stockley scored his first league goal in a 3–1 win over Hull City.

July 2001: Sold to Oxford United

In July 2001, Sam Stockley was sold to Oxford United for £150,000 after playing 209 games for Barnet.

2001: Plays for Oxford United

In 2001-02, Sam Stockley played 44 games for Oxford United.

October 2002: Permanent move to Colchester United

In October 2002, Sam Stockley moved permanently to Colchester United on a free transfer.

2002: Joined Colchester United

In 2002, Sam Stockley joined Colchester United after a short time at Oxford United.

2003: Played for Colchester United

In 2003-04, Sam Stockley played 58 games for Colchester United.

2004: Played for Colchester United

In 2004-05, Sam Stockley played 44 games for Colchester United, scoring a goal against Sheffield Wednesday.

2005: Played for Colchester United

In 2005, Sam Stockley played for Colchester United in League One.

March 2006: Loan to Blackpool

In March 2006, Sam Stockley joined Blackpool on loan, featuring seven times.

July 2006: Moved to Wycombe Wanderers

In July 2006, Sam Stockley moved to Wycombe Wanderers of League Two.

2006: Promotion with Colchester United

In 2006, Sam Stockley helped Colchester United win promotion out of League One.

2007: Regular right-back at Wycombe

During the 2006-07 season, Sam Stockley was the club's regular right-back at Wycombe Wanderers.

February 2008: Trial with FC Dallas

In February 2008, Sam Stockley had a trial with American club FC Dallas.

May 2008: Signed with Port Vale

In May 2008, Sam Stockley signed a two-year deal with Port Vale.

August 2009: Renegotiated Contract

In August 2009, Sam Stockley renegotiated his contract with Port Vale.

2009: Played for Ferencvárosi TC

In 2009-10, Sam Stockley played 15 games for Ferencvárosi TC in the Nemzeti Bajnokság I.

January 2010: Signed with Ferencvárosi TC

In January 2010, Sam Stockley came out of retirement to sign with Hungarian club Ferencvárosi TC.

2010: Joined Ferencvárosi TC

In 2010, Sam Stockley returned to the game and joined the Hungarian side Ferencvárosi TC.

January 2011: Joined Telford United

In January 2011, Sam Stockley joined Conference North club Telford United.

2011: Joined Droylsden via Telford United

In 2011, Sam Stockley became a non-League player in England with Droylsden via Telford United.

April 2012: Signed for Carolina RailHawks

In April 2012, Sam Stockley signed for the Carolina RailHawks of the North American Soccer League.

2012: Director of Raleigh at Triangle Futbol Club

From 2012, Sam Stockley became the Director of Raleigh at Triangle Futbol Club.

2013: Assistant First-Team Coach at Carolina RailHawks

From 2013, Sam Stockley became assistant first-team coach at Carolina RailHawks.

2014: Director of Raleigh at Triangle Futbol Club

Until 2014, Sam Stockley was the Director of Raleigh at Triangle Futbol Club.

January 2017: Recruited to Xavier Musketeers Coaching Staff

In January 2017, Sam Stockley was recruited to the Xavier Musketeers coaching staff.

August 2020: Appointed Head of Coaching at Llandudno

In August 2020, Sam Stockley was appointed head of coaching at Cymru North club Llandudno.

2020: Coached at Llandudno

In 2020, Sam Stockley returned to the United Kingdom to coach at Llandudno.

October 2021: Announced as Sporting Director for Lexington Sporting Club

In October 2021, Sam Stockley was announced as the Sporting Director for Lexington Sporting Club.

2021: Became Sporting Director for Lexington SC

In 2021, Sam Stockley returned to the U.S. as Sporting Director for Lexington SC.

October 2022: Named First-Team Manager

On 13 October 2022, Lexington named Sam Stockley first-team manager.

September 2023: Stepped Down as Manager

On 17 September 2023, Sam Stockley stepped down as manager to focus on his role as sporting director.

March 2025: Took Over as Interim Head Coach

In March 2025, Sam Stockley took over as interim head coach for Lexington SC's USL Super League team.

July 2025: Returned to England as Academy Manager at Stoke City

In July 2025, Sam Stockley returned to England to take the role of academy manager at Stoke City.

July 2025: Became Academy Manager at Stoke City

In July 2025, Sam Stockley returned to England to work as Stoke City's academy manager.

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