LOUGHBOROUGH LIGHTNING FC V HULL CITY LFC
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CHLOE YOUNG
CAPTAIN There’s been a lot of changes in the off season, it’s an exciting time to be a Loughborough Lightning player.
The merger with the university has provided us with so many opportunities to develop, as footballers and people and we can’t wait to show what we’ve been working on throughout pre season. I think we’ve all really enjoyed being back and just playing football after what has been a disruptive few seasons. On the positives of this, we have regrouped and been successful in recruiting new players that not only added to the quality of squad but also the culture of our group. There’s no doubt this season will have its challenges, this league is tough but with the work ethic and talent we have in the squad, we are more prepared than ever before. We’ve set ourselves targets to accomplish and I’m looking forward to achieving them and that starts against Hull City today. I’m so pleased we are able to welcome friends, family and supporters back to our stadium as it feels like it’s been forever! We are determined to make a positive start to our debut season as Loughborough Lightning.
“Today we will also be holding a minute’s applause to remember Ria Melvin who sadly passed away last week. Although I didn’t know Ria personally, it is clear to see the impact she had during her time here at Loughborough and we would like to send our thoughts and best wishes to her friends and family.”
