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Good, for the contact numbers of Club Officials Click here. To Register for the 2012 Season, just fill out and sign your 2012 NIWFA REGISTRATION FORM and post it to Andy Craig (Secretary), 25 Lisadell Place, Bangor BT20 4 XG. The membership opened on January 13th, and training is underway at Clandeboye Park, every Sunday - text phone 0773 2277854 for more details.
Club History and origins.
Formed at the end of 2005 - The History Of Bangor Ladies F.C.
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Who has played most games for the Club
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ROSEMARY McNEILLY
ROSY McNEILLY - GoalkeeperSquad Number 1
A new signing in 2012 - Rosy comes in to fill the void left by 2011 regular Tina Sharpe who unfortunately was injured in the pre-season. Rosy is a keen sportswomen, although has not played soccer in twelve years, preferring her main discipline Gaelic Football, which has kept ther out of the Seasider Pre-Season. However with the Gaelic season coming to an end, Rosy has now signed for Bangor Ladies and started her first ever senior game for the Seasiders in their league opener at Clandeboye Park, although getting off to a losing start, manager Craig recognises that it will take a few games before Rosy fully settles in as the club’s regular No. 1. Positives are her enthusiasm, willingness to work at her game and her communication skills, both of which were evident in her debut, and hopefully once Rosy gets a few more fixtures behind, her confidence will improve along with her overall performance. Her handling and distribution skills were another plus in the first game and judging by the contribution she made, the club have signed a top class player. Signed for 2012
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JANICE URWIN
JANICE URWIN - Defender - Squad Number 2
New signing Janice Urwin has been out of football for the past few seasons, and comes into the squad for 2012 with renewed determination. Originally playing her junior football with Ards Youth, left back Janice signed for the Seasiders in pre-season and although unable to make every training session due to family commitments, she has made a big enough impression to already be on the fringe of first team selection. Would benefit with a prolonged run in the team and showed great promise in her debut against Killyleagh, impressing manager Craig so much so, that she made the first team squad in the league opener at Clandeboye Park against unbeaten Lisburn Ladies in April, coming on as a substitute early in the second half, and if she can commit to being available for the remaining league and cup games, there is no reason why Janice won’t make the first team on a regular basis. Signed for 2012.
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LISA GILMORE
LISA GILMORE - Defender. Squad Number 3
Lisa has been the surprise package at the Seasiders, another recruit in 2011 starting her career up front and recorded an important goal in her debut against Abbey Villa in the Women’s F.A. Cup before being moved, due to injury, at first - to left back where she proved what a talented footballer she is. Currently a starting centre half, Lisa has never had a bad game for the club, producing a consistently high level of performance, time and time again. Since being handed a starting role, is now s considered as one of Bangor’s best utility players capable of playing just about anywhere and crucially as a back up striker, should she be needed to spearhead the clubs attack. Has no obvious flaws in her game, and if anything continues to improve with every game she plays. Hopefully a regular starter in 2012 and one, which will see her, continue to improve. Signed for 2012
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NATASHA LEE
NATASHA LEE - Striker - Squad Number 4
A talented, gifted no-nonsense striker with a direct approach to the game – Teenager Lee has a rawness and enthusiasm, which potentially, will see her develop through to the top level over the next few seasons. Selected in the starting line up front in the opener against Donegal Celtic at Clandeboye Park and didn’t disappoint - with a solid debut. Is seen as a key addition to the current strike partnership of Sharpe Beers and Hutton and will have them both looking over their shoulders as part of a trio, Natasha will press for a regular spot in the starting 11. A vicious right foot that will bag her a net full of goals once she gets to grips with her offensive responsibilities as the vanguard of the Seasiders - expect goals and lots of them. Has featured at International level and the Bangor Academy footballer should certainly be in contention for a senior call up very soon. Led the line as top goal scorer in 2009 at the club, top goalscorer in her division, and 2nd top in the whole country!! Player of the Year 2009, also Most Valuable Player (MVP) 2009 and nominated for NDSAC Sportsperson of the Year 2009, Top Goscorer for the third consecutive season in 2011 as well as lifting manager’s Player of the Year last season. Finished top of the goals again in 2010 and 2011 and at just 21 years is one of the clubs best ever signings. Is closing in on her 100-goal target this season with 76 on the board already. Has not been firing in pre-season, though once she gets her season underway is expected to dominate the goals for table again this season. Signed for 2011
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LEANNE McGARRY
LEANNE McGARRY - Defender - Squad Number 5
Arrived at Bangor Ladies with an acclaimed footballing background, having been playing at the top level in Northern Ireland for the a number of seasons.
Previously with one of the Province’s top ladies clubs The Predators, Leanne has come to Bangor ladies not only as a player but also in the capacity of asst. Coach/Manager. An accomplished defender, she was part of very successful Ards Raiders team in the early part of the millennium years. With league and cup medals coming from her stint in Newtownards, Leanne was part of the exodus from her former club, during the emergence of a ladies team in Bangor. After a spell at the Preds, attracted by the possibility of expanding not only her coaching ability but also boosting her CV, Leanne was coaxed back to her home town club where she will bring the pace of the Premier division and an experienced head on young shoulders. Very strong in the tackle, quick, vocal and organised, Leanne is the all round central defender, with an aerial presence at both ends of the pitch. Scored several times for the club and a key figure in the Championship winning season in 2009, led the team and lifted the NDSAC 'Team of the Year' Award in 2010. Is back hungry for more success in 2012, and after a fantastic pre-season, Leanne will be into form come April. Signed for 2011.
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SOPHIE FERRIS
SOPHIE FERRIS - Midfield - Squad Number 6
Currently the youngest player at Bangor Ladies, Sophie signed at the age of just 15 at the beginning of last season (2011) and since joining the club has continued to improve. Despite a slow start at the club, manager Craig showed his faith in this youngster with regular consecutive starts and now Sophie is featuring in the starting eleven at Clandeboye Park on the right hand side of midfield. The Glenlola schoolgirl and Army Cadet has now settled after a nervous couple of months. Has scored important goals already with a brace against Moyola Park in August last season, and is considered by the management as a key member of the 2012 squad – still needs to learn to keep the width in the team, although this season has already shown that she is maturing in confidence and starting to be more of a physical presence in the challenge. Runner up as Most Improved Player at the end of 2011, and potentially a future Player of the Year at the Seasiders. Signed for 2012.
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ALANAH BURNS
ALANAH BURNS - Defender - Squad Number 7
Another of the clubs crop of teenagers, Alanah joined the Seasiders at the start of 2011, as Andy Craig completely re-built the squad after losing some key influential and experienced players through injury. One of those being the club’s MVP in 2010 Paula Dougherty who was the established right back of a successful back four. Alanah, although obviously versatile and capable of playing further up the pitch, scoring in her debut against Abbey Villa, the talented youngster has adapted into an ideal successor to Paula and a good quality footballer in her own right. Came to the club labelled as fiery and temperamental, Alanah soon settled and in her first season under ladies manager Craig and to date has excelled at right back and shown maturity beyond her years, although still keen to learn and develop as a good all-round, talented footballer. Proving to be a regular at training and has already drawn some attention from the Northern Ireland coaches who took the time to come down and watch her play last summer. Played in every match of last season and has started 2012 in a rich vein of form. Signed for 2012.
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MOLLIE MOORE
MOLLIE MOORE - Midfield - Squad Number 8
Donaghadee teenager Mollie has always been an avid football fanatic, playing from a very early age, and has already made an impression at Clandeboye Road in her first season playing for the official ladies section of Bangor Football Club having signed from rivals 1st Bangor (Newtownards) in May. Mollie started playing competitive for the Abbey Villa Youth (boys) team from 2004 to 2007, where she captained the team for just over a year. At 14 years of age, Mollie then signed for Abbey Villa ladies where she played for a season at Adams Park, in Millisle. Appearances too for both her County team and her school football team, at Donaghadee High until its closure in 2007. Mollie now attends Bangor Academy. Having transferred at the end of 2009, Mollie was signed for 1st Bangor (Newtownards) where she picked up a 3rd Division Cup winners and a League Championship runners up medal in her first season. More success was to follow with yet another cup final appearance for the young Newtownards side in 2010, unfortunately losing that year to Derry City Ladies. However, Mollie seemed restless at the start of the 2011 season, and having trained with Millisles’ Abbey Villa in pre-season, Mollie never really settled at the Portaferry Road based team, the talented teenager felt she needed a change and looked for a fresh start at the beginning of this season. Taking advantage of little used transfer legislation in the NIWFA handbook, Mollie was to switch her allegiance to neighbours Bangor Ladies on the very last day of the ‘transfer window’, which saw her sign for the Seasiders on May 18th, 2011. Making the switch from 1st Bangor (Newtownards) to the Clandeboye Road based Seasiders could not have been an easy decision. The two clubs are local rivals – but the impact of the move has provided the teenager with a fresh start, under the management of Andy Craig, Mollie is playing some of her best football for some time. Given the freedom to be the attacking player of a central midfield partnership, Mollie has already rattled in a number of spectacular strikes for the Sammy Mellon and Sons sponsored club including one against her former team 1st Bangor (Newtownards) in the divisional cup.
Recognizing the technical ability, talent and achievements of this young footballer, Mollies progression into the N.I. Rosebowl team comes as no surprise, and the coaches at Clandeboye Park believe it is just the first step towards full international honors for the young Bangor player. Mollie achievements at the Seasiders didn't go unnoticed, as sponsors Sammy Mellon and Sons selected the midfielder as Bangor Laides Most Valuable Player 2011 and a candidate for th N.D. Sports Awards 2011.
Signed for 2012.
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JESSICA BEERS
JESSICA BEERS - Striker- Squad Number 9
Bangor Ladies Football Club would like to congratulate their youngest ever Player of the Year Jessica Beers who was chosen by her fellow teammates last night at the Club's sixth Annual Awards Night which was held at Carnalea Golf Club to officially bring the curtain down on the 2011 season. What makes this achievement more remarkable is that it was the teenagers 'rookie' season, having only signed for the Seasiders in April this year. The Marquis Rise youngster at only 16 years old age narrowly pipped team mates Christine Duncan and Jenny Boyd to lift, what is considered as the club's most heralded award. Having joined the team, Jessica quickly settled and having been paired with top goalscorer Natasha Lee, these two strikers spearheaded the 2011 campaign with a return of 36 goals between them. With the talented Beers scoring 14 times and with Lee adding 22 strikes, hopefully the club will witness the start of a special partnership which will continue to flourish and develop to become as one of the most potent threats in the NIWFA over the next few years. Jess joins an impressive list of five former players who have lifted this trophey. Although having just completed her first ever season of senior ladies football, Jessica has also caught the eye of some international coaches who made a point of attending one of the Seasiders matches during August to assess the teenager. Manager Craig, however, is very confidence the club has unearthed potentially one of the most talented, balanced and intelligent young footballers in the Province and will look for the striker to kick-on in 2012 and having her first season out of the way, go on to lead the 2009 league champions to more silverware in the very near future. Signed for 2012.
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DAWN CLARKE
DAWN CLARKE - Midfield - Squad Number 10
Another ‘rookie’ who shone through the 2011 season, twenty one year old Dawn Clarke making the right impression with her coaches, since arriving at Clandeboye Park last February. The Manchester United and Spurs fan, originally from Belfast where she attended Cedar Lodge Special School, is currently a student at Bangor Tech, having originally attended Ards Tech where she completed a Life skills Course. At just aged seven, Dawn started to kick a ball and despite being frustrated by the serious disability of epilepsy for most of her life, the Whitehill student has shown great character and determination to keep playing, and has represented the Northern Ireland Disabled team. Dawn came to Bangor Ladies and despite her difficulties has never let her medical problems stand in the way of playing football, with most of her teammates mostly unaware of the problems that she has overcame. Having started with just a few cameo substitute appearances for the Seasiders in the early part of last season, the midfielder has grown in confidence and has benefited from a good work ethic regards training and learning the modern game, scoring twice at senior level. Since those early days though, Manager Andy Craig now recognizes the potential of another of the club's batch of young players, Dawn now commands consideration for a regular starting spot in the team, offering some tenacity to an industrious hard working midfield. Signed for 2012
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CHRISTINE DUNCAN
CHRISTINE DUNCAN - Defender - Squad Number 10
One of the new signing of 2011, Christine settled immediately into the team and now commands a regular start on the left side of midfield. A clever thinking and light footed tricky footballer who is starting to find the net more regularly with thirteen in the first season and learning how to be more of a team player with some key contribution of late. Started a little bit slow and allowed her frustration to get the better of her, but has put her demons behind her and from the middle of last season had grown from strength to strength since those tentative early days. Now takes criticism as constructive, rather than personal and has since become a more balanced all round player who wants to be involved in everything going forward, wants the ball and is happy to take people on and is learning when to get to the by-line and when to cut inside making her a good acquisition on the left flank, also a player who can finish with both power and finesse which makes her a great addition to the strike force. 2011: 13 goal including 1 hat-trick.Signed for 2012.
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TINA SHARPE
TINA SHARPE - Striker - Squad Number 20
Absolutely awesome prospect for the Bangor Ladies football club, has bags of natural ability and aggressive positive attitude. Needs to concentrate on her finishing and we have the complete package. A young player with a very bright future in this, her second season in the NIWFA and with a bit of hard work it could prove a very important one for the club itself. After a year on the sideline with a serious ligament injury Tina was back in 2008, and has been given her chance to come in up front, and looks to have settled quickly with strike partner and leading goalscorer Dee Savage. So, its up to her now to challenge for that mantle! Netted six times in 08 and will improve in 09. Went out injured in the Pre-Season against Knockbreda......and was cruelly robbed of another season, as was ruled out again. Came back in 2010, and went on to progress and take over as the Seasiders' No. 1 with some memorable displays which were rewarded when the management of Andy Craig and Leanne McGarry awarded her 'Managers Player of the Year' 2010. Has been nominated to the North Down Sports Advisory Committee's Sports Awards in April 2011. Signed for 2011.
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SARAH CLIFFORD
SARAH 'STEVI' CLIFFORD- Defender. Squad Number 13
A maverick, but extremely confident player who signed for the Seasiders in 2011 and made an immediate impact, joining the more experienced Leanne McGarry at the heart of the clubs defence. Although has a tendency to roam and lose her position at times, “Stevi” always plays with confidence in her ability and has no fear or respect in regard to the opposition she may be facing. A good header of the ball and an asset at set pieces, suffered at the end of last season as the free-spirit in her saw her lose her place in the starting eleven and in fact drift away from the club towards the end of the 2011 campaign. Welcomed back by manager Craig, at the beginning of 2012 hopefully Stevi can now knuckle down and concentrate of forcing herself back into contention for a starting spot over the next couple of months, and if she can add discipline to her port folio she will certainly be a formidable footballer for the Seasiders. Signed for 2012
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JENNY BOYD
JENNY BOYD - Midfield - Squad Number 14
A player who has great potential at the club - has less experience or technical ability, but desire to learn in abundance - has added match sharpness and if she continues to work hard at her fitness after a spell in America early this year, Bangor have a match winner in both the midfield area, where Jen can influence the game - or with a stint up front where she can be very useful in the final third with some gifted touches and a solid punch. Will need plenty of games now to get up to match fitness and if she can up the tempo of her game she will prove a major handful for any defence. Profile - Most improved player of 2007, now Jen can emerge from the pack as one of the top players at the club with the ability to slow down play in the middle of the park. Has matured in stature and finished 2008 in ferocious form. 2009 was a pinnacle season, as the young midfielder started to find some true form, which brought with it, the consistency to her game. Jenny continues to flourish and develop into a top class footballer. Lifted a medal as one of the 2009 championship winning team and went on in 2010 to become the club's sixth Player of the Year, which was fully deserved. Has been one of the club’s most loyal members and is heavily involved in youth coaching and hopefully will become a coach at the Seasiders in the future. Signed for 2012.
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LYNSEY TURVILLE
LYNSEY TURVILLE - Midfield - Squad Number 15
Lynsey was another new, exciting prospect for the Seasiders, joining in 2009. Playing as part of a midfield quartet, she gives the team some width and balance. Is a very composed and intelligent footballer that has one of the modern games greatest assets - determination. Lynsey can produce no nonsense performances - and works in front of the centre backs - looking to exploit the space behind defences. Can be utilised up front if required and once she gets her match sharpness and her fitness levels up, could be a regular starter. Scored her first goal for the club in 2009 and was a medal winning player with the championship winning team. Profile - one to watch, lacked experience but as she is starting to play regularly, and working to get her fitness up to a level where she can start to control games - still looking for her ideal position which could be as the holding midfielder applying the simple football needed when the team gets bogged down......and expect one or two goals as well this season. Signed for 2011.
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LAUREN McATEER
LAUREN McATEER - Midfielder - Squad Number 17
Lauren is a naturally talented footballer, with good balance, pace and quick feet. The teenager has already made a big impression, following a few cameo appearances in the team. Arriving shortly after the start of the season in 2008, she has settled in quickly and is proved a key player for the Seasiders in their championship winning season and hopefully will develop and take the club beyond that. Roles in midfield show she has to discipline to keep the width of the team, the technique to take players on and the turn of speed to get behind any defence. Expect her to pick up one or two goals again this season as she has found her feet and her best position in the side – snatching of a regularly start, Lauren will definitely continue to be a valuable addition to the club. Missing out on most of last season means she might just be off the pace for a few fixtures – though has the confidence and the attitude to fight for, and hold onto, a regular start in 2012. Once her fitness improves and awareness of her responsibilities develops, she has already proved just what an exciting prospect and valuable signing she will be at Bangor Ladies. Netted several goals already - goals showing the young players ability and technical skill.Signed for 2012.
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REBECCA ADAMS
REBECCA ADAMS - Midfield - Squad Number 17
Great young find and hard working, honest player, just starting to find her feet at Clandeboye. Originally a valuable member of Abbey Villa Ladies who sadly folded just before the start of the 2012 season, Rebecca was in danger of spending a season out of competitive football, which would have been a travesty. Having been targeting by her former manager Gilmore as a possible addition to the squad, Rebecca remains loyal to Abbey Villa and has been persuaded to join the Seasiders this season to hopefully improve her own game and her overall fitness. Having started for Bangor Ladies in their last couple of matches, the decision by Rebecca to come to Clandeboye is proving to be beneficial to both her former club, and the Seasiders, as she has already shown signs of improvement in all aspects of her game. A gifted footballer, she has settled into a tenacious midfield and hopefully she will be able to maintain the good start to her playing career a Clandeboye, although whether the club can hold on to her, only time will tell – it won’t be for the reason of not trying too. Signed for 2012.
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CLAIRE ARTHUR
CLAIRE ATHUR - MidfieldSquad Number 18
A another new signing who joined mid 2011 season. Claire, an avid Barcelona fan, only came in July, and never really got into a team that at the time were just starting an impressive 5 match run, so as yet, not been given any chances to improve her technical skills although in this year’s pre-season programme proved her fitness time and time again, being one of the most energetic athletes at Clandeboye Park, Still without a preferred starting position has been utilised on the left side of midfield where she can do a lot of work off the ball, and has shown in the pre-season she is game for any challenge and will always try her best when asks to do a specific job. Lacks an understanding of team responsibilities, but that will come through her attendance at training. Previously living in Belfast, Claire has moved down to Ards, although has always been a regular at training, over the next few months, if she starts to grasp the basics she can easily get more involved with the first team as the season unfolds. Was in as a substitute for the league opener against Lisburn Ladies, but had to withdraw. Andy Craig will need Claire to be ready should he call upon her to take to the pitch again in a competitive fixture. Signed for 2012
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KELLIE GILLIES
KELLIE GILLIES - Striker. Squad Number 19
Another 2011 signing, Kellie who is an accomplished swimmer, is one of those player who what she lacks in technical ability she makes up for in abundance with enthusiasm and attitude. Tries extremely hard and is slowly progressing towards some cameo appearances in a side which is proving very difficult to break into. A regular at training and a very popular member of the club, Kellie is not the type to give up on challenges and it is hoped that she continues to be a regular at training and continues to adopt a positive attitude in relation to her aspirations at the Seasiders, who continue to expand. Can be the key to the establishment of a second string at Clandeboye Road and as part of a second eleven will finally be playing regularly for Bangor ladies, which is nothing short of what she deserves for her contribution to date. Signed for 2012
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GEMMA O'KEEFE
GEMMA O’KEEFE - StrikerSquad Number 20
A another new signing for 2012. Gemma only came in to the club in March, so as yet, although managed to get a few games played towards the end of the busy programme in March and early April, has not been given any chances to improve either her technical skills or her fitness. Will try hard and is keen to be actively involved, but really needs to work hard regards catching up with the rest of the squad, many of whom are in their second and third years with the club. While the Seasiders welcome all players or all abilities, the manager has a responsibility to pick just fourteen players on a match night, which at the moment will leave 14 players out every week, this will be addressed and hopefully the club will continue to expand in the future bring in a second eleven in the not too distant future, so Gemma can set her sights on regular football at Clandeboye Road. Signed for 2012
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VALERIE McKIBBIN
VALERIE McKIBBIN - Defender - Squad Number 18
Consistent and dependable, can play either side at the back, though favours the left side. Reads the game superbly and will be given a lot more starts now she has settled into the back four. Has improved and is enjoying her best football, since breaking into the side in May 09. Is a tough competitor and as she is capable of lifting her game when called upon. Put in a lot of useful performances but can be a better player than most people believe with her drive and determination. Profile - tremendous footballer who will emerge when she commits in 2012. As a regular in the team, and will prove to be a key instrumental figure for the success of the team. Strongest point in her vocal ability and she always want the ball - on the other side of her game is the tendency to dive in, just needs to understand team responsibilities, could be a great year for the defenderfont color="red"> Signed for 2012
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