Training with National League and Cup Winners
The girls of Derry Hill United were this weekend treated to a first class training session led by current Republic of Ireland player, Claire Scanlon.
Claire was accompanied by members of the triumphant Filton College female team who have recently completed a unique double, winning both the English College League and Cup.
The 40 girls from Derry Hill were offered an energetic and engaging session by the professionals, stretching the youngsters to their limits. As well as a technical session the girls played mini-soccer matches and concluded with a fun penalty shoot-out competition.
Alan Crocker, chair said "It was fantastic to have such great role models visit us. Football is traditionally led by men but we have some of the top female players based here in the South West. It was wonderful to tap into their skill and experience to provide our girls with a positive vision of successful female players and what can be achieved with hardwork, confidence and application".
Julie Tipping, Girls Development Officer of the Calne based Club commented "The session was great fun, and enjoyed by both the players and coaches. The girls were treated to a brilliant session and their coaches were rewarded with lots of enthusiasm and smiles."
Alan continues, "Derry Hill United has worked hard to build it's girls section, I hope the initiative to create a lasting relationship with Filton College will help us continue to attract and retain girls within football".
Derry Hill United offers football for girls and boys from 6 to 15. The Club is currently actively recruiting enthusiastic players to join its girls squads. Visit the Club website at www.dhufc.org for further details.
Claire was accompanied by members of the triumphant Filton College female team who have recently completed a unique double, winning both the English College League and Cup.
The 40 girls from Derry Hill were offered an energetic and engaging session by the professionals, stretching the youngsters to their limits. As well as a technical session the girls played mini-soccer matches and concluded with a fun penalty shoot-out competition.
Alan Crocker, chair said "It was fantastic to have such great role models visit us. Football is traditionally led by men but we have some of the top female players based here in the South West. It was wonderful to tap into their skill and experience to provide our girls with a positive vision of successful female players and what can be achieved with hardwork, confidence and application".
Julie Tipping, Girls Development Officer of the Calne based Club commented "The session was great fun, and enjoyed by both the players and coaches. The girls were treated to a brilliant session and their coaches were rewarded with lots of enthusiasm and smiles."
Alan continues, "Derry Hill United has worked hard to build it's girls section, I hope the initiative to create a lasting relationship with Filton College will help us continue to attract and retain girls within football".
Derry Hill United offers football for girls and boys from 6 to 15. The Club is currently actively recruiting enthusiastic players to join its girls squads. Visit the Club website at www.dhufc.org for further details.
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