Category: Womens

Alloa Women’s lose out on opening day

Alloa Athletic Women’s team opened up their account in the SWFL Regional Central / West league on Sunday, October 12.

Bishopton Ladies were triumphant on the day coming out 6-2 victors against the Wasps.

Amy Cully opened the scoring in the game slotting home after neat interchange from the midfield.

The visitors would bounce back quickly scoring two in quick succession and adding to their tally just before the break to make it 3-1.

Despite falling further behind, the Wasps rallied with a Jenna Woods long range strike dipping under the crossbar and giving the team a lifeline.

It was not to be for the young Alloa side but there will be plenty of positives to build on as the club complete recruitment and continue to strengthen the squad going into the season

Difficult one to take today. We know as a group we are a lot better than that, so it’s hard to take.
Today’s result won’t define how we finish in the league. It’s one game. We need to learn from it, stick together and use it to push us forward.

Allan Milne, Women’s Team Manager
Jenna Woods scores from range

Alloa Women open league campaign on Sunday 

Alloa Athletic Women begin their SWFL Central/West League at the Indodrill Stadium this Sunday against Bishopton Ladies, 2pm KO. 

The team ended their League Cup campaign with a strong display against Central Ladies winning 6-1.

In their final preparations for the league opener, Allan Milne’s side triumphed over St Anthony’s 4-2 in a friendly on Tuesday evening.

Goals from Jenna Woods, Bailey Black and a trialist caught the eye as they fine tuned the final details before the opener. 

The Wasps boss expressed his excitement for the season ahead as he looks forward to Sunday’s fixture:

“The summer has been overall positive for the club. With new sponsorship and renewed ambition, we have maintained and strengthened the squad well. 

Sunday presents a really good opportunity for the team to start the season in good fashion and we are really excited for it.

The backing of the club and the supporters is invaluable, so we hope to see as many as possible there on Sunday.”

Back the girls as the embark on a new journey and look to start in the best possible fashion this weekend. 

Donations are encouraged at the door with fans being able to enjoy all the comforts and cuisine from Joyce’s pie hut. 

We’re Hiring – Women’s First Team Coach

Alloa Athletic WFC is seeking a passionate and dedicated coach to join our team! 💛🖤⚽

Role Overview:

  • Women’s First Team Coach (Voluntary position)
  • Full club coaching attire provided
  • Additional coaching education and development support
  • All training and home games at the Indodrill Stadium (Alloa Athletic FC)

Essential Requirements:
✅ SFA Level 1.3
✅ First Aid certified
✅ Experience in the women’s game

Desirable:
🌟 UEFA C Licence

As a key member of our coaching team, you will work closely with the First Team Manager and staff, contributing to session planning and delivery, providing individual player support, and helping to drive player development in a focused and supportive environment.

Are you passionate about advancing women’s football and player development?
If so, we want to hear from you!

📆 Deadline: Monday 22nd Sept

📩 Apply by sending your CV to: Allan.Milne@AlloaAthletic.co.uk

Alloa Women Unveil New Away Kit in Partnership with Davis Distribution

Alloa Athletic Women have officially launched their 2025/26 away kit, which officially announces the fresh partnership with Davis Distribution as the team’s new front-of-shirt sponsor.

The launch took place inside the Alloa Athletic Club Museum, a subtle nod to the Club’s history whilst also looking forward to an exciting and ambitious future for the Women’s side.

Davis Distribution sponsorship stretches further than a football shirt with a commitment to strengthen the Women’s Team in all areas, both on and off the park.

Allan Milne, Women’s Manager, expressed his excitement about the launch:
“This is a massive step for the club. We are incredibly grateful to have the backing of Davis Distribution for the upcoming campaign”

“The new away kit looks fantastic and the backing of Davis Distributions marks the beginning of an excitement chapter for the team as we continue to grow and professionalise all areas of the club”

Jamie Davis, Director at Davis Distribution, further emphasised his pride and outlined the ambitions for the club:

“I am delighted to be involved in the future of Alloa Athletic Women’s side”

“Our long-term vision includes launching a youth girls’ academy and providing enhanced resources for our existing Women’s team, such as physiotherapy, strength and condition programmes and advanced coaching pathways”

“Through hard work, commitment and community engagement, we aim to build a lasting legacy that inspires the next generation of female footballers and coaches, as well as strengthens our presence within Clackmannanshire and beyond”

This partnership strives to break barriers, challenge stereotypes and champion equality in sport.

Alloa Athletic Women look to create history of their own this season as they return to play at the resurfaced Recreation Park on Sunday, August 31, against Linlithgow Rose Ladies.

Affinity Sterling Mills Extend Support of Women’s Team

Alloa Athletic Football Club is proud to unveil the brand-new home kit for our Women’s team ahead of the 2025/26 season – and we are delighted to confirm that Affinity Sterling Mills will once again be front and centre as our principal sponsor.

The renewed partnership with Affinity Sterling Mills marks the second consecutive year of support from the local shopping centre, which has continued to champion the growth and development of women’s football in Alloa.

Women’s Team Manager Allan Milne shared his appreciation for the ongoing support:

“Delighted that Affinity Sterling Mills are back on board again showing their support. It’s fantastic that the club have such a prestigious shopping centre, in the heart of Alloa, sponsoring the team and helping grow the women’s game.


It allows us to help build professionalism and culture for the players that is as close to SWPL 1 and 2 as we can.”

Nicola Martin, Centre Manager at Affinity Sterling Mills, echoed the enthusiasm:

“We are proud to continue our partnership with Alloa Athletic Women’s Team for a second year! Their hard work, team spirit and commitment to the game make them a real inspiration. It means a lot to us to be part of their journey and to help grow women’s football right here in our community.”

With support from key local partners like Affinity Sterling Mills, Alloa Athletic Women are striving to build a sustainable, competitive, and professional football environment for Women’s football to thrive.

The new kit will be debuted at the first competitive game for the team on Sunday, August 10 (2pm KO), against Cumbernauld United at Guys Meadows in the League Cup. 

Affinity Sterling Mills Sponsors the Women

We’re pleased to welcome the support of Affinity Sterling Mills who will appear as the front of the shirt sponsor for this season. The partnership will further strengthen the development of the Women’s’ team while showcasing the notable local retail village.

We are thrilled to support Alloa Athletic Women’s Football Club, a fantastic representation of passion and commitment in local sports. At Affinity Sterling Mills, we are proud to play a part in fostering the growth of women’s football in our community and look forward to seeing the team’s success on and off the pitch. – Nicola Martin, centre manager

This is a massive sponsor for us, Sterling Mills is a massive identity and outlet. Growing up as a kid, I always knew about Sterling Mills so I think this is massive for us and the fact that they want to invest in the Women’s team and invest in us is brilliant. – Allan Milne Women’s Manager

AAWFC appoints a new manager

We’re pleased to introduce the new manager of the Alloa Athletic Women FC, Allan Milne.

Allan is currently a Rangers Soccer Academy and Charity Foundation coach taking the lead in developing an academy programme with Whitehill Secondary School. Allan is also very experienced in the women’s game having spent three years at Stenhousemuir WFC and another three years at Glasgow University Women’s team as Head Coach.

We’re sure Allan is the right person to continue the good progress in building the team. He takes over as the Alloa Athletic Women are undefeated in the league from the opening half of the season, six points off from the League leaders in 4th in the Biffa SWFL.

Best of luck to Allan and the Women in the second half of the season.

Women’s manager application

Currently playing and sitting 3rd in the BIFFA SWFL West league, the Alloa Athletic Women’s squad has made significant progress since its inception last year. As a club, Alloa Athletic is committed to supporting the Women’s 1st Team as the top rung of its pathway for women and girls and is now looking for a Management Team to continue the steady improvement and take things forward to the next level.

First-rate training and match facilities are available, alongside various support facilities including video analytics, a gym, and meeting/presentation rooms, etc. This vacancy offers an ideal opportunity for those with experience in the women’s game to manage a squad that is “on the up” and full of potential.


Responsibilities will include managing the team and conducting coaching sessions, with a willingness to further integrate the Women’s Team into the wider Club structure and Player Development Pathway. Training takes place on Tuesday and Thursday from 8:30 to 9:45, and matches occur on Sundays.

Minimum qualifications include an SFA C License or actively working towards it in the current season. Applicants are requested to submit their CV and a covering letter, showcasing their suitability for the position, to academy@alloaathletic.co.uk. Please attach any supporting evidence related to your skills, qualifications, and experience, and provide details of two suitable references that may be contacted. (Note: References will only be contacted following the selection of the successful candidate(s)).

For further discussion about this opportunity, please direct inquiries to Club Development Officer Jonny McPhee via email at academy@alloaathletic.co.uk.

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Alloa Athletic Women’s Management Team

The Club has recently been notified that Charles Dignan and his assistant Gregg McSwiggan are to leave their management and coaching roles with the Alloa Athletic Women’s 1st Team. The club would like to thank Charles for his focus and dedication in professionalising the squad which has shown continuous improvement under his management. 

Charles cited the time and distances travelling every week from his home in the East of Fife as a significant factor in deciding to leave the club for a new position with Dunfermline FC. Both Charles and Gregg leave with the club’s very best wishes for the future.

The selection of a new management team will begin immediately with a view to having them in place for the first competitive game in mid-January 2024.

Womens Sponsorship

Become part of history as the first kit sponsors of Alloa Athletic WFC!

Enter the raffle for £500

This guarantees a place on either the home or away kit with prominent placements (front/back/shorts) to be drawn by raffle.

In addition this will entitle you to:

Matchday Hospitality at a Women’s game
A picture with the team at the start of the season
A regular mention on the clubs social media pages

Contact Alex.Brown@mulraney.com to get involved in this or other sponsorship opportunities.