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Introducing Real Bedford Ladies
Real Bedford FC Expands Partnership with
Bedford Girls & Ladies FC
A year ago, Real Bedford partnered with Bedford Girls & Ladies to support the development of the female side of the game in Bedford. Today we welcome Bedford Girls & Ladies FC into the
Real Bedford family as they rebrand to become Real Bedford Ladies.
This expanding relationship signifies our firm commitment to the growth and success of women's
football within the Bedford community. As we continue our ambitious plan to bring league football to Bedford, we equally want to support the women's game and bring similar success.
Expanding the partnership between the two clubs will seamlessly integrate Real Bedford Ladies
into the Real Bedford brand, reinforcing the principle that a modern football club values men's
and women's football equally.
All the senior ladies and junior girls teams will play under the Real Bedford name, adding over 50
senior and 200 youth players aged 7 to 16 to The Pirates. Alongside our support of boy's football
with Bedford Park Rangers, this move showcases our dedication to nurturing young talent and
fostering a supportive environment for girls to participate in football within the Bedford region.
Real Bedford Chairman Peter McCormack has worked closely with Bedford Ladies and Girls chairman Jill Upton on this partnership said:
"We have thoroughly enjoyed working with Bedford Girls & Ladies FC over the past
year, and we are proud to welcome them officially into the Real Bedford family. By
incorporating them under the Real Bedford Ladies banner, we aim to create an
inclusive environment that celebrates talent and fosters a winning mentality. For
decades women have supported men's football - it is time for us to give some support
back. We firmly believe that a modern football club must prioritise and champion
women's football. This partnership shows our commitment to growing the
opportunities for girls to play football in Bedford."
Jill Upton Chair of Bedford Ladies and Girls FC said:
“We have enjoyed the support from Real Bedford and are happy to further integrate
this season. Peter McCormack has a refreshing interest in equality of the female game,
and we are confident this will elevate us to the next level.”
In addition to a new identity, Real Bedford Ladies will benefit from access to Real Bedford
facilities, funding, training equipment, and new kits. The club's management, marketing, and
development teams will also extend their support to Real Bedford Ladies, supporting them in
recruiting and developing players.
Last season we introduced financial support for the ladies' senior team and will continue to pay
players expenses to ensure there is no cost to them for representing Real Bedford. We will also
make available money for developing coaches and provide a hardship fund to ensure the cost of
living does not exclude any young girls who want to play football.
For media inquiries and further information, please contact:
Real Bedford
● Will Roberts - Media and Communications Manager
● will@realbedford.com
Real Bedford Ladies
● Jill Upton - Chair at Real Bedford Ladies
● ladies@realbedford.com
About Real Bedford FC:
Real Bedford FC is a non-league football club based in Bedford. Acquired by Peter McCormack in
2021, he set the ambitious goal of getting the team into the football league. After rebranding as
Real Bedford, they won a league and cup double in their first season and have been promoted to
the Spartan South Midlands Premier League.
The club prides itself on its strong and growing community ties and dedication to developing
local talent. With a focus on fostering an inclusive and supportive environment, Real Bedford FC
aims to create opportunities for aspiring footballers and promote the sport's growth within the
Bedford region.
About Bedford Girls & Ladies FC:
Bedford Girls & Ladies FC has a rich history as a club dedicated to women's football
development. Committed to providing opportunities for girls and ladies to participate in the sport,
the club focuses on nurturing talent and promoting equal access to football within the Bedford
community.
The transition to Real Bedford Ladies will provide a larger platform to recruit and develop young
players and grow the ladies game.
Real Bedford FC Expands Partnership with
Bedford Girls & Ladies FC
A year ago, Real Bedford partnered with Bedford Girls & Ladies to support the development of the female side of the game in Bedford. Today we welcome Bedford Girls & Ladies FC into the
Real Bedford family as they rebrand to become Real Bedford Ladies.
This expanding relationship signifies our firm commitment to the growth and success of women's
football within the Bedford community. As we continue our ambitious plan to bring league football to Bedford, we equally want to support the women's game and bring similar success.
Expanding the partnership between the two clubs will seamlessly integrate Real Bedford Ladies
into the Real Bedford brand, reinforcing the principle that a modern football club values men's
and women's football equally.
All the senior ladies and junior girls teams will play under the Real Bedford name, adding over 50
senior and 200 youth players aged 7 to 16 to The Pirates. Alongside our support of boy's football
with Bedford Park Rangers, this move showcases our dedication to nurturing young talent and
fostering a supportive environment for girls to participate in football within the Bedford region.
Real Bedford Chairman Peter McCormack has worked closely with Bedford Ladies and Girls chairman Jill Upton on this partnership said:
"We have thoroughly enjoyed working with Bedford Girls & Ladies FC over the past
year, and we are proud to welcome them officially into the Real Bedford family. By
incorporating them under the Real Bedford Ladies banner, we aim to create an
inclusive environment that celebrates talent and fosters a winning mentality. For
decades women have supported men's football - it is time for us to give some support
back. We firmly believe that a modern football club must prioritise and champion
women's football. This partnership shows our commitment to growing the
opportunities for girls to play football in Bedford."
Jill Upton Chair of Bedford Ladies and Girls FC said:
“We have enjoyed the support from Real Bedford and are happy to further integrate
this season. Peter McCormack has a refreshing interest in equality of the female game,
and we are confident this will elevate us to the next level.”
In addition to a new identity, Real Bedford Ladies will benefit from access to Real Bedford
facilities, funding, training equipment, and new kits. The club's management, marketing, and
development teams will also extend their support to Real Bedford Ladies, supporting them in
recruiting and developing players.
Last season we introduced financial support for the ladies' senior team and will continue to pay
players expenses to ensure there is no cost to them for representing Real Bedford. We will also
make available money for developing coaches and provide a hardship fund to ensure the cost of
living does not exclude any young girls who want to play football.
For media inquiries and further information, please contact:
Real Bedford
● Will Roberts - Media and Communications Manager
● will@realbedford.com
Real Bedford Ladies
● Jill Upton - Chair at Real Bedford Ladies
● ladies@realbedford.com
About Real Bedford FC:
Real Bedford FC is a non-league football club based in Bedford. Acquired by Peter McCormack in
2021, he set the ambitious goal of getting the team into the football league. After rebranding as
Real Bedford, they won a league and cup double in their first season and have been promoted to
the Spartan South Midlands Premier League.
The club prides itself on its strong and growing community ties and dedication to developing
local talent. With a focus on fostering an inclusive and supportive environment, Real Bedford FC
aims to create opportunities for aspiring footballers and promote the sport's growth within the
Bedford region.
About Bedford Girls & Ladies FC:
Bedford Girls & Ladies FC has a rich history as a club dedicated to women's football
development. Committed to providing opportunities for girls and ladies to participate in the sport,
the club focuses on nurturing talent and promoting equal access to football within the Bedford
community.
The transition to Real Bedford Ladies will provide a larger platform to recruit and develop young
players and grow the ladies game.
Bedford Ladies and Girls Trustees are pleased with the new branding and closer relationship with Real Bedford, we feel it will enable us to enhance our abilities to deliver girls and women's football from a larger platform.
Signing on for 2022/23
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BLGFC training Mondays and Thursdays
Summer Training at Allen Park - March to September
If you want to try Football
Come along to one of our
Training Sessions .....
please contact us for details
info@bedfordladies-girlsfc.org
Come along to one of our
Training Sessions .....
please contact us for details
info@bedfordladies-girlsfc.org
Arsenal Sister Club
Bedford Ladies and Girls have become an Arsenal Sister Club with joint activities including....
Arsenal Holiday Session and Club Coaching Sessions
Tickets to Arsenal Women's games
Chance to be Mascots at Arsenal Women's games
Bedford Ladies and Girls have become an Arsenal Sister Club with joint activities including....
Arsenal Holiday Session and Club Coaching Sessions
Tickets to Arsenal Women's games
Chance to be Mascots at Arsenal Women's games
Flying the Flag for Girls Football
Players from Bedford Ladies and Girls FC were given the privilege of forming the Guard of Honour at an Arsenal Women’s home game.
40 youth players, between the ages of 7 and 15, ran out as mascots and flag girls for Arsenal Ladies, in their Women’s Super League Match against Birmingham City Women on 4th November.
Before going in to the stadium to carry out their match day duties, the girls were put through a training session with the Arsenal Development Team,
The entire day was a fantastic experience for the girls (and parents!), who proudly represented the club.
Arsenal Ladies equalled their best ever start to a Women’s Super League season, with a 3-1. Two goals from Jordan Nobbs and a penalty from Danielle van de Donk ensured that Arsenal Women stayed top of the league and three points ahead of 2nd placed Manchester city.
Bedford Ladies and Girls are part of the Arsenal Women Sister Club Programme, which ‘aspires to provide a broad range of support to grassroots clubs who are dedicated to developing girls football’.
As well as this unique experience at an Arsenal Women’s home game, the Players and coaches of Bedford and Ladies Girls Football Club have access to learning and training opportunities from Arsenal throughout the year.
40 youth players, between the ages of 7 and 15, ran out as mascots and flag girls for Arsenal Ladies, in their Women’s Super League Match against Birmingham City Women on 4th November.
Before going in to the stadium to carry out their match day duties, the girls were put through a training session with the Arsenal Development Team,
The entire day was a fantastic experience for the girls (and parents!), who proudly represented the club.
Arsenal Ladies equalled their best ever start to a Women’s Super League season, with a 3-1. Two goals from Jordan Nobbs and a penalty from Danielle van de Donk ensured that Arsenal Women stayed top of the league and three points ahead of 2nd placed Manchester city.
Bedford Ladies and Girls are part of the Arsenal Women Sister Club Programme, which ‘aspires to provide a broad range of support to grassroots clubs who are dedicated to developing girls football’.
As well as this unique experience at an Arsenal Women’s home game, the Players and coaches of Bedford and Ladies Girls Football Club have access to learning and training opportunities from Arsenal throughout the year.
Bedford Ladies celebrate WINNING the County Cup for a 7th time in 2022!
