[3] Since 1998 he has been manager of Devon non-league side Bideford of the Southern Football League Sean Joyce began his career as an apprentice with Doncaster Rovers, making his debut prior to turning professional in September 1986.
In November 1986 he joined Exeter City on loan to gain additional experience and returned to Doncaster, going on to make 41 appearances and score twice.
In November 1998 he stepped up from club captain when he was appointed player-manager, though a knee injury soon made his role that of only being the manager, and he guided Bideford away from the danger of relegation.
Subsequently, Bideford have been promoted to the Evo-Stik Southern League Premier, where the team are beginning to establish themselves.
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