Baroness Brady and top goalscorer Antonio will offer their support, guidance and time to help the Irons achieve success on and off the pitch.
Karren Brady told whufc.com: “My Board have been very keen to bring the Ladies Team in house so we can really help them establish themselves as a real force in the women’s game.
“From the top down, West Ham United is passionately committed to equality which is why I am extremely happy to become an ambassador for West Ham United Ladies at such an exciting period in the team’s development.
Michail Antonio said: “I couldn’t be happier to offer my support and time to help West Ham United Ladies hit their ambitious targets over the coming years.
“Women’s football is the UK’s fastest growing sport and a club the size of West Ham should have a thriving and well-supported Ladies side to compete alongside the men and inspire the next generation of girls to get involved in playing football.
“I have met most of the players and I know how much this added infrastructure will mean to them, not to mention the kind of platform it can give them to climb the leagues.
West Ham United Ladies managing director Jack Sullivan said: “We are absolutely delighted to have the backing of two of the club’s most recognised and well respected figures as ambassadors of the Ladies side at this exciting time.
“With the help and support of both Karren and Michail going forwards, the future looks even brighter for West Ham United Ladies.”
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