Determined Women With A Goal
Buckinghamshire Life|January 2018
Sandra Smith meets Wycombe Wanderers Ladies FC – and finds plenty to cheer about beyond the final score.
Determined Women With A Goal

IN case you hadn’t noticed, the popularity of the nation’s most enduring, if not iconic, sport is on the rise. What with televised matches, interviews and headlines, the regularity of current media coverage reflects as well as nurtures our growing public interest. No wonder more and more players are attracted to this game which boasts a worldwide reputation.

I’m talking, of course, about football. Specifically, women’s football. Times, you see, are a-changing. Traditionally male dominated from the terraces to the field of play, these days increasing numbers of females are drawn to the skills and camaraderie of this team sport. At the top level England Lionesses are leading the way. But there are plenty of local clubs such as Wycombe Wanderers Ladies FC eager to follow their example.

“This is an excellent platform for girls,” enthuses Assistant Coach, Sam Hayward. “We have a good team with lots of potential as well as backing from Wycombe Wanderers. Watching the women play changes the way you talk and think, it’s a different culture.”

Our conversation takes place outside the changing room at Oxford City Nomads’ ground, Court Farm Place. It’s Sunday lunchtime and, while waiting for the rest of the squad, I take the opportunity to ask Coach Andy McIntosh about his role.

“There’s a more emotional response from ladies, but I’m not a screamer or a shouter. I choose the team 24 hours before a match and tell them on the day. It’s not just about results, the important thing is to get the team dynamic right.”

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