Darren Sarll has transitioned from a notable football manager to a technical director and head of coaching, sharing his expertise in player development and team strategy. After successfully leading the Stevenage youth team to the Colwyn Cup final in the 2006–07 season, Darren Sarll began a distinguished career in football management and coaching. He joined Brentford in 2008 as Youth Team Manager, where he additionally served as first-team coach and managed the reformed reserve team, cultivating talent across multiple levels of the club. Sarll then moved to Rotherham United in July 2011, taking on the crucial role of Head of Player Development alongside Andy Scott.

His expertise in nurturing young talent led to his return to Stevenage in June 2012 as Head of Youth, where he further established his reputation for strategic player pathways. Sarll’s progression continued at Stevenage, where he was appointed first-team coach in 2015. His leadership capabilities were recognized with his promotion to caretaker manager in February 2016, quickly followed by his appointment as permanent manager in May 2016. Under his guidance, Stevenage achieved a commendable 10th-place finish in League Two during the 2016–17 season.

He secured another National League Manager of the Month award in November 2022 and guided the team to an impressive fourth-place finish in the National League during the 2022–23 season. Most recently, Sarll managed Hartlepool United from April 2024 to October 2024, demonstrating his adaptability across different club environments. Building on this extensive managerial background, he is set to join Kamloops United in August 2025 as Technical Director and Head of Coaching. In this pivotal role, Sarll will apply his proven methodologies in player and team development, leveraging his comprehensive experience to shape future talent and drive strategic success for the club.