Newcastle United W.F.C.
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PCP Capital Partners (6%)[1] | ||||
Manager | Becky Langley | |||
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League | FA Women's National League North | |||
2021–22 | FA Women's National League Division One North, 1st of 12 (promoted) | |||
Website | Club website | |||
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Newcastle United Women's Football Club is a professional
In the summer of 2016, they became officially affiliated with
History
In 1989, Newcastle United W.F.C. was formed. In 1996, the team played at
In 1999, the club achieved promotion to the
During 2001, the club was well established in the top half of the Northern Combination League, and through its partnership with
The club became a major force in women's football running teams from Under 10s, U12s, U13s, U14s, and three open age squads with over 120 club members. During 2003–04 season they finished runners up behind Stockport County in the Northern Combination League. In 2004, the club ventured into European competition entering the Lloret Cup, Barcelona, won the competition and also the fair play award. The club has also played in the MIC in Barcelona against International players from Mexico, Spain and Sweden.
The club was recognised by The Football Association for good practice and coach development and won the FA Charter Standard Award.
Following a Northern Combination League runners up spot behind
In July, the club launched the official NUWFC website.
During the 2006–07 season, the club preserved its
The club ended the season winning their first ever international trophy by lifting the Y.E.S. Cup (Year of Exercise and Sport) beating
In August 2013 the club has announced a deal which saw Wonga.com become the club's principal sponsor for the 2013/14 season. This is the first time that an official Newcastle United sponsor has also committed themselves to the women's team, demonstrating the growing importance nationally of women's football.[3]
In the 2015–16 season the club achieved their highest ever finish in the third tier of Women's football, finishing 9th under manager
In the pre-season of 2016, there was a change of management at the club. Former Newcastle United and Sunderland Ladies player, Victoria Greenwell, taking over as first team manager. Jill Stacey took over as development team manager, retaining Alex Curran and adding Ross Flintoft to the coaching set up.
From 2017, Newcastle United Women became part of Newcastle United Foundation, the registered charity arm of Newcastle United FC, although still remaining independently owned.
From the 2019–20 season, a two-year strategic partnership was announced with Newcastle United Foundation and Northumbria University to provide Strength and Conditioning, Performance Analysis and Physiotherapy support for the team. In addition, the new Head of Women's Football at Northumbria University, Becky Langley, assumed a dual responsibility to manage and lead Newcastle United Women combined with leading Northumbria University Performance Football squads.[4]
On 1 May 2022, Newcastle United Women played their first game at St James Park, attracting a crowd of 22,134. The team won 4–0 against Alnwick Town Ladies.[5] Following promotion to the third tier at the end of the 2022–23 season, the club turned professional, becoming the first professional side to compete in the English women's third tier.[6][7]
Current squad
Updated 8 August 2023
Note: Flags indicate national team as defined under FIFA eligibility rules. Players may hold more than one non-FIFA nationality.
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Out on loan
Note: Flags indicate national team as defined under FIFA eligibility rules. Players may hold more than one non-FIFA nationality.
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Former players
Development squad
Updated 15 October 2023
Note: Flags indicate national team as defined under FIFA eligibility rules. Players may hold more than one non-FIFA nationality.
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Management
First Team
Source: [citation needed]
Board
Position | Staff |
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Chairman | Yasir Al-Rumayyan |
CEO | Darren Eales |
Director | Amanda Staveley |
Director | Jamie Reuben |
Sporting Director | vacancy |
Source: [citation needed]
Honours
- Winners: 2023–24
- FA Women's National League Division One North:
- Winners: 2022–23
- Winners: 2011–12
- Runners-up: 2003–04
- Combination League Cup:
- 2004–05
- Northern Combination League Cup:
- 1998–99
- Northumberland FA Senior Cup: 7
- 2000–01, 2001–02, 2002–03, 2003–04, 2004–05, 2007–08, 2011–12
- Y.E.S Cup (Year of Exercise and Sport):
- 2006–07
- Lloret Cup:
- 2003–04
- Nationwide Club of the Year:
- 2006–07
- John O'Farrell Charity Cup:
- 2009–10
- FA Women's Premier League Reserve Division North: 1
- 2015–16
See also
References
- ^ "PIF, PCP Capital Partners and RB Sports & Media acquire Newcastle United Football Club". NUFC News. 7 October 2021. Retrieved 7 October 2021.
- ^ Newcastle United's women's team completes historic move to club ownership Newcastle United FC. 21 August 2022. Retrieved 22 August 2022.
- ^ Wonga expands Newcastle shirt sponsorship, SportsPro, By Ian McPherson, 23 August 2013
- ^ Northumbria University and Newcastle United Founation Partnership, Newcastle United Foundation, By Charlotte Bowe, 5 August 2019
- ^ "'Empowered' Newcastle women prepare for St James' Park return". BBC Sport. 26 November 2022. Retrieved 10 July 2023.
- ^ "Third division Newcastle Women turn professional". BBC Sport. 23 June 2023. Retrieved 10 July 2023.
- ^ "'Historic': Newcastle Women become third tier's only fully professional club". The Guardian. Retrieved 10 July 2023.