TOWN WOMEN APPOINT ASSISTANT MANAGER

The Club are delighted to announce the arrival of Lauren Phillips as Town Women's new Assistant Manager.

Lauren joins the Blues following a four-and-a-half-year spell at Southampton where she played a key role in the promotion to the Women’s Championship and their move to a full-time set up.

She has an extensive background within the elite level of the Women’s game having previously worked in coaching roles at England, Arsenal and Millwall.

Lauren said: “There’s massive ambition here. The growth of the club and the investment into the team made the project really exciting for me to be a part of.

“There’s a really good, young squad here which has huge potential, and they are showing those traits at the moment with an unbeaten run in the league.

“I now can’t wait to get back on the grass again. As a coach you always want to work towards the game at the weekend and we’re fortunate that we’re straight in against Manchester City on Sunday.”

Joe Sheehan, Town Women’s Manager, said: “We are absolutely thrilled to bring Lauren in and I think she will be a great asset for us for the foreseeable future.

“Lauren joins following a really successful time at Southampton where she has been a huge part of their progress both in the National League and the Championship. 

“She brings such great experience and knowledge into the team and is an outstanding addition to our club.”

Rachel Harris, Town Women’s General Manager, said: “Lauren's appointment as Assistant Manager is a massive step forward for the women's team, and I have no doubt that she will be instrumental in helping us reach our objectives both this season and beyond.

“I believe Lauren will have a great influence on the players and staff since she offers an abundance of knowledge and expertise, particularly in the women's game.”

Lauren will be in the dugout with Joe for Sunday’s Adobe Women's FA Cup fixture at Manchester City.