Why Katie Rowson is "excited" to start head of coaching role at Chesterfield FC Women

The former Doncaster Rovers Belles and Watford Ladies manager was appointed on Monday.

Rowson, who has a Uefa A Licence coaching qualification, will oversee all coaching throughout the women’s section of the club and focus on aligning the academy and the first team.

“Really pleased to have joined Chesterfield FC Women, looking forward to working within such a positive and aspirational environment,” she tweeted.

The former Women’s Super League manager added: “I am excited to join such a progressive environment with great ambition. Like with any project that I involve myself in, my decision to join the club is because I believe that I can make an impact.

"The club has a fantastic history within the girl’s and women’s game; and over the past 18 months the club have really taken steps to put Chesterfield FC Women ‘back on the map’, which I’ve been watching with interest.

"I believe that, with my experience, I can aid in aligning the philosophy and ambition of the club with a technical programme to promote holistic development throughout the full player pathway. My role is to mentor the coaching workforce and to implement the club philosophy throughout the club from first team to under-11s.

"Ultimately, success will be judged on the positive connections that I can make with the coaches, players and their families that are involved in the club. If I can help engage all parties with the identity and ambition of the club via an aligned technical programme, coaching approach and development pathway, I will be pleased with the impact.”

Spireites Women’s general manager Gabrielle Salomon, said: “We’re all delighted that Katie will be joining us. When you look at her experience and the knowledge she will bring to the club, it’s so exciting to think what we could achieve.”

The appointment comes following the launch of the Chesterfield FC girls' academy. To register your interest for trials, or for more information, email [email protected].