Inclusion in the 8 team line up in The FA WSL (Women’s Super League) signalled the dawn of a new era for ‘The Blues’ (we love their squad pics!) who are relishing the opportunity to make history as women’s football in England takes a giant step forward.
The club are looking forward to competing against all 7 clubs in what promises to be an exciting season ahead for everyone.
Club Chairman, Steve Shipway, says ‘we have been working tirelessly over the past 6 months to bring this talented group of players together. We aim to bring a brand of football to the league that will bring success and supporters will enjoy watching. With this squad and other developments, there is a real sense of eager anticipation at the club ahead of the forthcoming season.’
The club, and squad are now preparing for the pre-season training phase which will start in earnest in January 2011.
The squad:
Marie Hourihan Goalkeeper : England U23 signed from Doncaster Belles
Laura Watts Goalkeeper: Re-signs for the club
Chelsea Weston Defender: England U23 returns to the club from Doncaster Belles
Laura Bassett Defender: England Senior returns to the club from Leeds Carnegie
Jess Wright Defender: Signed from Leeds Carnegie
Kerys Harrop Defender: England U23 resigns for the club
Faye Cardin Defender: Re-signs for the club
Sally Stanton Midfielder: Re-signs for the club
Jade Moore Midfielder: England U23 signed from Leeds Carnegie
Isobel Christiansen Midfielder: England U23 resigns for the club
Emily Westwood Midfielder: Signed from Everton
Rachel Williams Midfielder: England U23 signed from Doncaster Belles
Heather Scheuber Midfielder: Re-signs for the club
Dunia Susi Forward: England Senior signed from Chelsea
Marie Ballard Forward: Re-signs for the club
Steph Curtis Forward: Republic of Ireland International signed from Chelsea
Jo Potter Forward: Re-signs for the club
Karen Carney Forward: England Senior returns to the club from Chicago Red Stars
Photo (Lying down) – players (L to R): Top Row: Michelle Hickmott, Chelsea Weston, Dunia Susi, Isobel Christiansen, Faye Cardin, Jade Moore, Karen Carney, Laura Bassett Middle Row: Amy McCann, Marie Ballard, Steph Curtis, Marie Hourihan, Jess Wright, Jo Potter Bottom Row: Sue Wood, Sally Stanton, Heather Scheuber, Emily Westwood, Rachel Williams, Kerys Harrop, Laura Watts (ICE Fine Photography)
