Written by Jonathan White, photos by Peter Robinson
Nantwich Town Ladies continue impressive preseason with victory on new pitch
Nantwich Town Ladies FC’s run of preseason victories continued with another dominant display; this time thumping Altrincham Women’s FC 8-1 in their debut match on the brand new Swansway Stadium 3G pitch on Sunday 27th August 2023.
The Nantwich goals were scored by P. SMITH, S. BALDWIN (4), A. HEYWOOD and J. BUCKLEY-RATCLIFF (2).
Player of the Match was Sam Baldwin, for her stunning four goal haul.
The match was further useful preparation for the Dabbers players for their 2023/24 campaign in the Premier Division of the Cheshire Women’s & Youth Football League.
Their first game of the season is on Sunday 10th September at home in the FA Cup against Chester Women FC.
Nantwich Town Ladies starting XI:
1. K. TOWNSEND
2. H. KNIGHT
3. K. GREEN
4. C. RATHBONE
5. P. SMITH
6. N. WALKER
7. E. BUCKLE
8. K. ROBBINS
9. S. BALDWIN
10. A. HEYWOOD
11. K. HARRISON
SUBS:
12. E. FALLON
14. E. BROWN
15. M. ROWLEY
16. J. BUCKLEY-RATCLIFF
17. D. FISHER-SHERRATT
18. K. FISHER-SHERRATT
19. G. BROOKFIELD
Dan Mellor, Manager, Nantwich Town Ladies FC, speaking after the match said: “I’m happy and glad we’ve finally got to play on the fantastic new pitch, it’s really been a great effort from everyone at the club to get this over the line and what a surface it is!
“It was another great team performance from us, we’re adding goals from a number of players in different positions and we looked a threat every time we went forward which is exactly what we’ve tried to do over pre season.
“Apart from a 10 minute spell in the second half we dominated, competed well and managed the game in a way that gives me confidence that we’re ready to get the season started. We didn’t panic at all, yes we made a couple of silly decisions that led to their goal but we took a step back for a few minutes and regrouped well before adding a few brilliantly worked goals to the tally.
“We have another test against Whitchurch Alport on Wednesday at home and I’m sure the girls can’t wait to get back out there because they all seem to really be enjoying their football together at the moment.”
Nantwich Town Ladies FC can offer a friendly atmosphere, full club support, FA qualified coaches, Swansway Stadium 3G main pitch, Applewood Arena 3G training pitch, excellent fan base and a family & community ethos.
Nantwich Town Ladies FC are always on the lookout for quality players to strengthen their first team. Training takes place every Wednesday (7-9pm) on the Swansway Stadium 3G pitch at Nantwich Town Football Club on Waterlode, Nantwich CW5 5BS.
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