Phil Parkinson expresses enthusiasm for Wrexham's return to the Championship following their third consecutive promotion, culminating in a win against Charlton Athletic. Reflecting on his tumultuous history with Bolton, where he managed amidst severe financial distress, Parkinson views the upcoming season as an opportunity to face superior coaching competitors. He recalls the struggles of motivating a team without pay for five months during his previous tenure, which he describes as 'complete and utter carnage.' With optimism, he anticipates elevating Wrexham's performance at a higher level, supported by co-owners Ryan Reynolds and Rob McElhenney.
I always think, me and Steve that year we kept Bolton up was one of our greatest achievements of working together. That was tough and then the summer...
When people say about pressure and stress, I always say working at Bolton and not getting paid for five months and trying to get a team motivated was tough.
Coming into the first division, as a staff first of all we're looking forward to testing ourselves against a higher calibre of managers, coaches, analysts, fitness coaching, sports scientists...
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