Exciting times ahead for United’s women.
Fresh from their inaugural season competing in the FA Women’s National League, 2024/25 will see United’s women playing a more prominent role at TUFC than ever before, as they look to bounce back to the FAWNL at the first attempt.
A wave of optimism has been accompanying the new era here at Plainmoor recently, and there’s no doubt that Torquay United Women have a vital role to play in the club’s continued progression as an inclusive football club.
With the club now providing an environment for all players and staff to be welcomed into, and one in which they can thrive, CEO Joe Lovell spoke of his enthusiasm for the season ahead – on and off the pitch.
“It’s an exciting time for everyone involved with Torquay United, and we are looking forward to our women’s side playing a big part in our progression as an inclusive football club.” said Lovell.
Meanwhile, Head of Women’s Football Steve Elswood is looking ahead to a new era for his side:
“We are absolutely delighted to be part of this exciting new journey for the football club, alongside the Bryn Consortium.
“For us to now work hand-in-hand with the club is very special as it’s been an aim of mine to develop the women’s team to this point for the last three seasons.
“It’s a reward for the hard work and success the women have put in over that time – and achieved in silverware – and for us to now feel fully included alongside the men’s team is a proud moment.
“It’s a feeling that myself as Head of Women’s Football and our new management team, new signings and retained players are confident of developing even further within this amazing football club, and we can’t wait for the yellow army to be part of this journey with us so we can bring back silverware to Plainmoor in 24/25.”
United’s new signings and retained squad will be announced shortly, with their first pre-season fixture taking place at Devon FA this Sunday against Braunton FC (2pm kick-off)
That initial warm-up test will then be followed by an away trip to Exeter City on the 21st July, before a return back to Coach Road to face Plymouth Argyle btwo days later.
In another exciting development, radio equipment provided by the club will provide the Yellow Army with the chance to listen to Torquay United Women’s matches on a regular basis throughout the course of 2024/25, with regular commentator Ray Duffy once again taking his place behind the mic in the commentary box next season.
Further details regarding radio coverage of these matches will be announced in due course.