Leeds United Women players visit girls football foundation camp

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Leeds United Women players visit girls football foundation camp
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Leeds United Women midfielders Monique Watson and Alice Hughes visited a Leeds United Foundation girls' football camp held at The Grammar School at Leeds during the summer holidays. The event welcomed participants aged seven to 15 of all ability levels to train on the indoor pitch. Watson and Hughes participated in the sessions and hosted a Q&A to discuss their professional experiences and mental preparation for competitive play. Following the clinic, several participants attended the Leeds United Women match where the team recorded a 3-2 victory over Halifax Women. The players noted the importance of providing visibility for the next generation of female footballers. The initiative is part of an ongoing effort by the club and the Foundation to strengthen community ties and demonstrate professional pathways to young athletes.

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  • Monique Watson and Alice Hughes visited the Leeds United Foundation girls' camp at The Grammar School at Leeds.
  • The camp was open to female participants between the ages of seven and 15.
  • Players participated in on-field drills and held a question-and-answer session.
  • Attendees later watched Leeds United Women secure a 3-2 win against Halifax Women.
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Over the summer holidays, the Leeds United Foundation continued to deliver its Football Camps at various locations across the wider Leeds area.One week of the Girls’ Camp in particular was hosted at...

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