It all began on the 25 September 2010, when John Radford was revealed as Mansfield Town’s new owner, going on to celebrate with a 4–0 victory over Eastbourne Borough at Field Mil that day.
Under John – and wife Carolyn - Stags have enjoyed an unforgetable 16 years and have risen from a non-league club in crisis to a more than solid League One outfit.
They’ve totally reshaped the club and its infrastructure during that time and brought pride back to Mansfield.
Here we take a look back at some of the duo’s highlights.
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9. One of our own
Mansfield Town Chairman John Radford is applauded by the fans ahead of a game in 2017. He will forever be a legend for his efforts in rebuilding Mansfield Town. Photo: James Williamson
10. Backing charity
John Radford and Jack Thomas present a £1,000 cheque from the FA Community Shield fund to Amanda, Robert and Harvey Jones from the Princess Evie's Trust with trustee Shaun Massey. Photo: Anne Shelley
11. A new era
John and Carolyn Radford unveil Mansfield's new manager David Flitcroft and new assistant manager Ben Futcher on 1 March 2018, following the resignation of Steve Evans. The team failed to win a home game in what remained of the 201/18 season and finished three points outside the play-offs. Photo: Anne Shelley
12. David Flitcroft takes charge
After ending the 2017/18 season with a big flop, Flitcroft promised to build a promotion winning squad. Eight players left as Flitcroft added key players to the squad. That, and the firepower of Tyler Walker, turned Stags into an exciting attacking team. Bolton Wanderers (assistant) Photo: Anne Shelley