Thornaby boss targets promotion this season

NEW Thornaby FC Women manager Curtis Collantine is “incredibly excited” to return to the dugout and get the club’s promotion charge back on track as they prepare for a big 2026.

- By PAUL FRASER

The Blues have endured a frustrating, stop-start period because of weather postponements and cup commitments, meaning a lack of league action since defeat to leaders Bradford City on November 2.

However, that remains their only reverse of the North-East Regional Women's League Premier season ahead of his first game in charge against Wallsend BC Women on Sunday, January 18 (2pm).

“The vision and ambition this club has is fantastic,” said Collantine. “After understanding where they want to go and the backing they have, I knew this was the right opportunity. We want to make this club the most professional semiprofessional team out there.”