It seems that Taylor’s rise to team manager was only to be a temporary appointment until the end of the war; he had never played or coached league football. However, he made a good impression in the job and led Wednesday to the final of the North Football League War Cup in 1943, losing to Blackpool over two legs.
Taylor's tenure as team manager was initially intended to be short-lived, preceding the conclusion of World War II; he had never participated in or coached professional football. However, his performance in the position earned him respect and led Wednesday to reach the final of the North Football League War Cup in 1943, where they ultimately fell short against Blackpool.