Exclusive. Honest. Unfiltered. In this special episode of 3 FISH on the SHIRT, we sit down with Grimsby Town Manager David Artell for his most open and revealing interview yet — a conversation that goes far beyond football.

Artell speaks candidly about The King’s visit to Blundell Park, why he sees GTFC as a “church of the community”, and the emotional weight of that harrowing Monday morning after the Salford Playoff Semi‑Final defeat. This is Artell as you’ve never heard him: reflective, human, and razor‑clear about the future.

We dive into his approach to good mental health, how he resets after setbacks, and the values he believes should anchor a modern football club. He also gives us rare insight into summer squad reshaping, the challenge of attracting players to the area, and what really matters when building a team that represents the town.

And yes — we asked him about the new strips.

This interview is packed with honesty, humour, and heart. If you care about Grimsby Town, football culture, or the people behind the badge, this is essential viewing.

• The King’s visit and what it meant for the club
• GTFC as a “church of the community” — Artell’s philosophy
• The Salford aftermath — why Monday morning hurt so much
• Mental health & leadership — his personal approach
• Summer squad plans — reshaping, recruitment, identity
• Attracting players to Grimsby — the real conversation
• New strips — his reaction and thoughts
• …and much more

This is a rare, long‑form look at the man shaping the Mariners’ future — not just the manager, but the human being. It’s emotional, insightful, and full of moments GTFC fans will be talking about for a long time.

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