Reading FC Womens World

[Fox Talbot]

'Fraid so. In terms of turnover the whole club is about one third the size it was 10 years ago (Champ, parachutes). We're in the third tier and broke now. Last few annual accounts for women's team suggest it was losing £1m-£1.5m pa. Crowds generally <500, no transfer fees out, not much TV income in ...

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[Orion1871]

£12 in advance- £14 on the day -Parking was £5 in advance £10 on the day.

plus those given away free to kids...

So let’s say 300 people paying £14. £4200 per game in gate receipts. And that’s absolute maximum. Loads of kids paying far less people paying in advance etc etc I don’t need to do the math. The absolute maximum for gate receipts for for a home game is £4200. Most likely £2000. How many home games in a season? Come on . It’s just not sustainable. The correct business decision has been made:

Well if we're closing things down because they're not sustainable then they might as well close the entire club and most of the professional clubs in the country.

[SouthDownsRoyal]

plus those given away free to kids...

So let’s say 300 people paying £14. £4200 per game in gate receipts. And that’s absolute maximum. Loads of kids paying far less people paying in advance etc etc I don’t need to do the math. The absolute maximum for gate receipts for for a home game is £4200. Most likely £2000. How many home games in a season? Come on . It’s just not sustainable. The correct business decision has been made:

Well if we're closing things down because they're not sustainable then they might as well close the entire club.

On its way m3

[Royals and Racers]

Looks like Slough Town FC could be the training and playing base in 2024/5 season.

[Royals and Racers]

Berks and Bucks Women’s Senior cup 1st round draw has been made and it’s
Caversham Utd v Reading
Ties to be played on Sunday 20th October.

[AthleticoSpizz]

(how the mighty have fallen etc)

Any idea where R&R?

[Royals and Racers]

(how the mighty have fallen etc)

Any idea where R&R?

Mapledurham Rec

[AthleticoSpizz]

(how the mighty have fallen etc)

Any idea where R&R?

Mapledurham Rec ….thank you…R&R, jeez, even I’ve played there

[The Cube]

On the "Matches" pages of the club website, the women's team have been removed. Not just for the coming season, but previous results as well.

[Sutekh]

On the "Matches" pages of the club website, the women's team have been removed. Not just for the coming season, but previous results as well.

Unusual for the club website There is no women's team at the moment and don't think what's left has been accepted into any division yet either so nothing to report on, however the club website (as is more usual) is still promoting last year's women's season tickets!

[Royals and Racers]

Reading FC community trust as we are now known are in the Southern region Women’s Football league Premier Division ( tier 5) We were in tier 2 in the Championship.
11 teams in the Div others are
AFC Portchester
Ascot Utd
Badshot Lea
Oxford City
Selsey
Sholing
Warminster Town
Winchester City Flyers
Woodley Utd
Wycombe Wanderers

[Royals and Racers]

Berks and Bucks Women’s Senior cup 1st round draw has been made and it’s
Caversham Utd v Reading
Ties to be played on Sunday 20th October.

Full draw- MK Dons highest ranked team now.
Abingdon Utd v Woodley Utd
Beaconsfield Town v Slough Town
Caversham Utd v Reading FC Community Trust
Maidenhead Utd v Milton Utd
New Bradwell St Peter v Chesham Utd
Penn & Tylers Green v MK Dons
Newport Pagnell Town v Wycombe Wanderers
Ascot Utd v Tilehurst Panthers

[Sutekh]

Women's pyramid structure in England.



Constitution of teams in the WNFL div 1 South East (tier 4) teams 1 step above Reading Ladies (presumably the league Reading would aim to be promoted to):

Sudbury
Actonians
Chesham United
Cambridge United
QPR
London Bees
London Seaward
Ashford Town (Middx)
Norwich City
Dulwich Hamlet
Real Bedford
Chatham Town

[Royals and Racers]

New article on the RFC website introducing the new head of RFC Women’s football Emma Hopkins.

[Clyde1998]

New article on the RFC website introducing the new head of RFC Women’s football Emma Hopkins.

Good there's been some sort of update regarding the women's team from the club, as I don't think they've said anything since the news of the demotion.

Positive the women's team will be operated by the Community Trust, as it will hopefully be a bit more stable that way and ensures the club will have a women's team of some sort going forward.

[The Cube]

The League website is now set up for this season, including the new club name:
https://fulltime.thefa.com/index.html?league=479698
No fixtures showing yet apart from the County Cup. I read somewhere else that the FA Cup draw is this week.

[Royals and Racers]

The League website is now set up for this season, including the new club name:
https://fulltime.thefa.com/index.html?league=479698
No fixtures showing yet apart from the County Cup. I read somewhere else that the FA Cup draw is this week.

Friday

[RG30]

Reading FC Women can announce that Slough Town's Arbour Park will be our new training and home ground for the upcoming 2024/25 campaign.

Arbour Park is a modern stadium that boasts a range of amenities to ensure comfort and convenience for all visitors. Key features of the stadium include:

Car Parking: Ample parking spaces are available for fans, ensuring easy access to the stadium.

Covered Stand: A covered stand provides shelter, ensuring fans can enjoy the game in comfort regardless of the weather.

Bar for Refreshments: A fully-stocked bar is available, offering a variety of refreshments to keep you fueled throughout the match.

Disability Car Spaces & Areas in the Stand: Dedicated parking spaces and stand areas for disabled fans ensure that everyone can enjoy the matchday experience.

Designated Smoking Points: There are designated smoking points outside the ground for those who wish to smoke.
On-site Toilets: Modern, clean toilet facilities are available on-site for all fans.

Plenty of Signage: Clear signage throughout the stadium ensures fans can easily navigate their way around.

To give fans a closer look at our new home, we have included a gallery below showcasing the fantastic facilities at Arbour Park.

We are eagerly anticipating the upcoming season and look forward to seeing many fans come out to support our team. Season ticket information will be announced very soon. Keep an eye on our official channels for updates.

Thank you for your continued support, and we can't wait to see you at Arbour Park, backing our girls this season!

https://www.readingfc.co.uk/news/2024/august/09/arbour-park--new-home-ground-for-2024-25-season/

[Royals and Racers]

FA Cup 2nd qualifying round draw sees us away to the winners of Wallingford & Crowmarsh v Brackley Town ( match 95). Match to be played on Sunday 22nd September.
1st Qualifying round is on Sunday 1st September.

[Royals and Racers]

Reading FC Women can announce that Slough Town's Arbour Park will be our new training and home ground for the upcoming 2024/25 campaign.

Arbour Park is a modern stadium that boasts a range of amenities to ensure comfort and convenience for all visitors. Key features of the stadium include:

Car Parking: Ample parking spaces are available for fans, ensuring easy access to the stadium.

Covered Stand: A covered stand provides shelter, ensuring fans can enjoy the game in comfort regardless of the weather.

Bar for Refreshments: A fully-stocked bar is available, offering a variety of refreshments to keep you fueled throughout the match.

Disability Car Spaces & Areas in the Stand: Dedicated parking spaces and stand areas for disabled fans ensure that everyone can enjoy the matchday experience.

Designated Smoking Points: There are designated smoking points outside the ground for those who wish to smoke.
On-site Toilets: Modern, clean toilet facilities are available on-site for all fans.

Plenty of Signage: Clear signage throughout the stadium ensures fans can easily navigate their way around.

To give fans a closer look at our new home, we have included a gallery below showcasing the fantastic facilities at Arbour Park.

We are eagerly anticipating the upcoming season and look forward to seeing many fans come out to support our team. Season ticket information will be announced very soon. Keep an eye on our official channels for updates.

Thank you for your continued support, and we can't wait to see you at Arbour Park, backing our girls this season!

https://www.readingfc.co.uk/news/2024/august/09/arbour-park--new-home-ground-for-2024-25-season/

Mid July i posted that