David John Rainford (born 21 April 1979) is an English former footballer. He now works for the Premier League.
Rainford left Dagenham & Redbridge at the end of the 2007–08 season after he was offered a senior teaching role at a local school.[2] During the 2007–08 season, Rainford had become known for being the only semi-professional player in the Football League.[3]
In June 2008 Rainford joined Chelmsford City.[4] On 8 June 2012 he was confirmed as their assistant manager following the departure of Ben Chenery.
Honours
- Conference National (V): 2007
Personal life
Rainford has a daughter, Molly, an actress and singer.[5]
References
- ^ a b c Hugman, Barry J., ed. (2008). The PFA Footballers' Who's Who 2008–09. Mainstream. ISBN 978-1-84596-324-8.
- ^ "Daggers exit tough for Rainford". BBC Sport. 20 May 2008. Retrieved 20 May 2008.
- ^ Rainford happy to be a part-timer, BBC Sport, 11 March 2008.
- ^ "Chelmsford complete Rainford deal". BBC Sport. 5 June 2008. Retrieved 5 June 2008.
- ^ Elliott, Sam (13 May 2012). "My BGT Girl is the Pick-up I Needed". The Non-League Paper. p. 3.
External links
- Dave Rainford at Soccerbase
