Otty leads Halifax Women into exciting new campaign
Following a productive off-season under the guidance of new head coach Mikey Otty, Halifax Panthers Foundation Women are full of confidence as they prepare to kick-off their new season this weekend.
The 25-strong squad have worked hard during the winter in preparation for the new campaign in Women’s Northern League 2, which starts at home to Batley Bulldogs on April 19. However, their first task is negotiating their way past Leigh Miners Rangers in the Challenge Shield on Sunday.
Otty has brought a wealth of experience, having successfully coached women’s teams over the years, including an unbeaten winter season with Siddal Women, leading them to the WRLA final. His leadership and expertise promise an exciting season ahead for the Panthers.
“Mikey has been thrilled by the commitment of the women throughout pre-season,” said a team spokesperson. “After a challenging year last season, the players have grown in confidence, matured over the winter, and are determined to make this a season to remember.”
Home games will be played at Siddal (2pm) and training sessions take place every Wednesday at Siddal. The team is calling on ambitious and dedicated players to join their ranks.
“Mikey is clear on our goals: we want to represent the Halifax Panthers Foundation with dedication and pride, training hard and competing fiercely on the pitch,” the spokesperson added.
Panthers fixtures – Challenge Shield: March 22 - Leigh Miners Rangers (a). Northern League 2: April 19 Batley Bulldogs (h); April 26: Dewsbury Moor Ladies (a); May 10 Rochdale Mayfield (a); May 17 Ulverston (h); June 7 Aston Bears (a); June 14 Heysham Atoms (h); June 28 Wigan St Judes (h); July 12 Batley Bulldogs (a); Aug 2: Dewsbury Moor Ladies (h); Aug 9 Rochdale Mayfield (h); Aug 16 Ulverston (a); Aug 23 Aston Bears (h); Sep 6 Heysham Atoms (a); Sep 13 Wigan St Judes (a).