as player-manager. He had played in 267 league and cup games for Newcastle. Stokoe had a long career as manager. This included Bury (1961-65 & 1976-77), Charlton Athletic (1965-1967), Carlisle United (1968-1970, 1980-1983 & 1985-1986), Blackpool (1970-1972 & 1978-79), Sunderland (1972-1976 & 1987-89) and Rochdale (1979–1980). His great