Whitby Town boss Lee Bullock misses City clash after being admitted to hospital

Whitby Town boss Lee Bullock has been admitted to hospital and will miss Tuesday’s NPL home fixture with Lancaster City due to a “personal medical issue”, with assistant manager Denny Ingram taking charge of first-team matters.

A statement from the NPL Premier Division club said on Monday: “Whitby Town would like to offer an update on manager Lee Bullock.

Blues boss Lee Bullock warms up with the Whitby Town players before their pre-season clash against Pickering. Photo by Adrian Cole

placeholder image — Blues boss Lee Bullock warms up with the Whitby Town players before their pre-season clash against Pickering. Photo by Adrian Cole

“Lee was admitted to hospital on Sunday morning due to a personal medical issue and is in the best possible hands. As such, Lee will be away from the dugout for tomorrow’s fixture with Lancaster City. In Lee’s absence, assistant manager Denny Ingram will take care of first-team matters.

“Everyone at Town wishes Lee a speedy recovery, and will continue to support Lee and his family through this period.

“Lee and the club would like to thank everyone that has offered well wishes so far, but also ask people respect Lee and his family’s privacy at this time.”