Mark Robins Set to Return to Coventry for Honorary Doctorate

Mark Robins is scheduled to revisit Coventry this week, less than two weeks after his dismissal by the Sky Blues. The former manager of the city’s football club will be presented with an Honorary Doctorate by Coventry University, which is recognizing Robins for his contributions to the community, in addition to his influence on the football club. The 54-year-old guided Coventry to the brink of Premier League promotion, missing out by a single penalty kick, and led them to four appearances at Wembley over a seven-year period during his second term managing the club. He is set to be awarded the title of Honorary Doctor of Administration at a ceremony at Coventry Cathedral later this week. “It is said that all good things come to an end but it is right that we acknowledge the enormous and positive impact Mark has made here in Coventry,” said Professor John Latham CBE, Vice-Chancellor of Coventry University.”Mark Robins has played a crucial role in helping Coventry City come out of a dark few years and helped restore pride and belief among the fan base.”His outstanding leadership and dedication to Coventry stretches further than just on the football pitch and we are proud to bestow this honour upon him for his contribution both on and off the field over the past near decade.”