‘’I went to Mangotsfield school, my dad played in the 60’s, my uncle played and my grandad was there so it was a natural decision to go there.
‘’I started in the youth team, and we ended up reaching the semi finals of the FA Vase, however didn’t manager to get to the final.
‘’I actually got quite upset after getting to the semi-final because I scored in the quarter’s and I didn’t play the next round, so I was really gutted.
‘’I chucked my bag in the back of the coach and got quite upset thinking I was on my own, until I realised I was actually sat next to our coach,’’ Mckeown said with a smile.
The 57-year-old was a loyal servant to the club, going into management with the reserves after his tenure as a player.
‘’We won the Somerset Cup and Somerset League which was phenomenal, and what I will say is that Mangotsfield have been fantastic with me.
‘’The people in and around it have created a club that will always be there, and that’s all that matters to me.
‘It’s not all about results or squads, but it’s about local football being where it should be, creating good sides and opportunities for local kids.
‘We’ve got a wonderful stadium now too and it’s only going to get better from here,’’ the Bristol local stated as he further praised his former club on their contributions and inclusivity to grassroots football and society.
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