Gwalia United kicked off its official rebrand at Penpych Community Primary School with a training session for the pupils.
Children were led in the session by former pupil and Gwalia United captain, Cori Williams-Mills, as well as player Lauren Davies.
Gwalia United, formerly known as Cardiff City Ladies, entertained year 3/4 pupils with drills and coaching followed by a talk and Q&A session where the children were given the opportunity to ask the players questions and learn more about getting into the sport.
Teifion Lewis, Headteacher of Penpych Community Primary School, spoke of the training session: “For Penpych Community Primary School and the surrounding community it’s fantastic that we are involved with the event. We are all aware of how important sport is to our health, mentally and physically, so for Gwalia United to come and re-launch and promote their club and women’s and girls’ football here is a real privilege.
“Knowing the captain Cori Williams-Mills is a past pupil provides a strong connection and meaning for us. We are really proud as a school and community of Cori’s achievements in football and are only happy to support her and the team.”
Co-Owners of Gwalia United, Julian Jenkins and Damien Singh, enthused: “This move from Cardiff City Ladies to Gwalia United has been nearly 12 months in the offing, and we are so pleased now that the next chapter of this proud club is officially upon us.
“This club represents each and every person in Wales through the vehicle of women’s football, we will not stop until we get this great club back where it belongs in the WSL.
“Our vision is clear, and with each passing day, we move closer to realising the ultimate potential of this club and nation. The transition from Cardiff City Ladies to Gwalia United marks a significant step on this journey, underscoring our commitment to achieving success both on and off the field.”
Gwalia United will play a home pre-season friendly against West Bromwich Albion on Sunday 28 July, at Newport International Sports Village (2pm kick-off).
