Kidderminster Harriers manager Adam Murray has opened up about the "vicious" online abuse and terrace taunts he endured during a grueling but ultimately successful promotion campaign.

The Worcestershire side secured their return to the National League with a 2-0 victory over South Shields in the National League North play-off final on Saturday. For Murray, however, the triumph was about more than just silverware—it was personal vindication.

"This is deeper, and it's an emotional one for me because of the journey of the season," the former Derby County and Mansfield Town midfielder told BBC Radio Hereford and Worcester. "It still rings in my ears—Bedford at home—when I heard I'm getting 'sacked in the morning,' and that hurt me."

Murray took charge of Harriers 12 months ago, guiding them to a third-place finish, eight points behind runners-up South Shields. This marks his second promotion as a manager, following his title-winning campaign with AFC Fylde in 2022-23. But while success on the pitch often comes with pressure, Murray faced an extra layer of hostility off it.

"I took some really vicious personal messages on social media," he revealed. "It was tough at times, but I've always believed in myself."

Through it all, Murray credits his faith with helping him persevere. "My faith in God helped me through it," he said, reflecting on a season that tested his resilience as much as his tactical acumen.

For any manager, balancing the demands of a promotion push with personal attacks is no small feat. But Murray's story is a reminder that behind every victory—whether on the pitch or in the stands—there's often a journey of grit and determination. And for fans and players alike, that's the kind of spirit that defines champions.