Bert Herdman was manager of Raith Rovers F.C. from 1945 to 1961. He presided over one of the most sustained periods of success in the club's history. Raith spent 14 years in the top division while he was manager,[1] despite regularly losing talented young players to English clubs.[2]

Herdman was appointed as manager in 1945, and was also treasurer of the supporters' club at the time.[3] He was responsible for signing many of Raith's great players, such as Willie Penman[4] and Willie Polland.[5]

References

  1. ^ Baillie, Allan (20 March 1999). "Harry Colville". The Herald. Glasgow. Retrieved 14 February 2010.
  2. ^ Crampsey, Bob (22 February 2005). "Willie Penman Predatory centre-forward for Raith Rovers who was very nearly a Scottish Cup medal winner". The Herald. Glasgow. Retrieved 14 February 2010.
  3. ^ Hunter, William (15 April 2000). "A tantalising idea of promotion". The Herald. Glasgow. Retrieved 14 February 2010.
  4. ^ Foy, Jim (5 February 2005). "Farewell to a Legend". Retrieved 14 February 2010.
  5. ^ Foy, Jim (10 February 2010). "Mr Willie Polland". Retrieved 14 February 2010.[permanent dead link]


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