England’s Lionesses success is continuing to spark change closer to home. In St Neots, local players and coaches say interest in women’s football has never been higher, with more girls getting involved in schools and clubs thanks to the inspiration of the national team.
England are champions of Europe once again. After a dramatic final in Basel, the Lionesses came from a goal down to draw 1–1 with Spain before holding their nerve to win 3–1 on penalties, successfully defending their UEFA Women’s European Championship title.
In doing so, England made history — becoming the first team ever to take three matches to extra time in a single edition of the Women’s Euros or World Cup.
To reflect on the Lionesses' impact, two local football leaders joined Ste Greenall in the studio: Vicky Wilkinson, captain of Eaton Socon Ladies, and Cara Howell, PE Lead at Crosshall Junior School and a fellow player for the club. Both are part of the Women’s Football Coaching Network (St Neots), which promotes and supports the growth of the women’s game locally.
Speaking with Ste Greenall, Vicky and Cara shared how England’s success has had a real impact close to home — from increased interest in school sports to more women joining local teams and training sessions.
Cara reflected on the growing appetite among young girls to play football at school, while Vicky highlighted the buzz and growth around Eaton Socon Ladies in recent seasons. They agreed the Lionesses have changed the landscape of women’s sport in this country — and that momentum is being felt right here in St Neots. The ladies say they are expecting the Lionesses success to bring another surge in uptake locally.
Listen to Vicky & Cara talking to Black Cat Radio:
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