Rangers Women - Games and Updates

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Good to see that Mr. King answered my question regarding the Ladies team (well, at least I can say I wrote him a question about that):

 

Ladies Team

 

The Club has demonstrated our commitment to the Ladies first team and Academy since we created our first squad back in 2007. Since then the Academy has grown and now boasts more than seven squads from under 12s to the first team. We have 122 Academy to first-team players with 16 girls in our elite centre. The squads train at Auchenhowie and have played games at Ibrox Stadium, which further demonstrates the Club’s commitment to investing in our female football talent. In March this year, we recruited our first full-time employee, Kevin Murphy, to work as the ladies first-team manager and oversee the girls’ Academy. This Academy mirrors the work that has been implemented within the boys’ Academy and we hope our talented young female players can progress through the ranks to help achieve their potential. There have been several players in the past few seasons that have progressed from the Academy to the first team and this remains a priority for the staff involved.

 

We are fully committed to continuing our support and aid for the ladies’ programme and not simply because by having a fully supported female section we are recognising our social and corporate responsibility. Perhaps more importantly, we recognise the growth in the women’s game on its own merits and we will continue to support the development of our female teams and ensure our first team keep competing in the Women’s Premier League.

 

http://rangers.co.uk/news/headlines/dave-king-response-10/

Edited June 28, 2016 by der Berliner

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After another unfortunate 1-0 defeat at Spartans, the Ladies are firmly rooted in the middle of the table.

 

http://scotwomensfootball.com/league-competitions/swpl-1/

 

There is a little summer break right now (methinks). If people want to help the Ladies ...

 

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SWPL1: A piece of Mason magic makes it three wins in a row

 

June 27th, 2016

 

A spectacular long range strike by Louise Mason saw Spartans make it three SWPL 1 wins on the bounce with a 1-0 win over Rangers at Ainslie Park.

 

Suzy Shepherd’s Spartans’ resurgence continued with a dogged display to edge out Rangers in the final game before the summer break.

 

Alana Marshall’s attempt on the quarter hour mark saw Rangers keeper Claire Johnstone scrambling to push the ball round the post in what was a relatively incident free first half.

 

Laura Gavin having the only other notable effort of a half devoid of stramash and goal mouth incident. The striker was unable to direct her shot between the sticks following a sweeping defence to attack move.

 

HT: Spartans 0-0 Rangers

 

Rangers came out of the traps the fastest in the second half, with Megan Foley the first to show her sides intent to head back across the M8 with the points. Thankfully for the home side, her shot hit the back of the net – of the practice goals on the side line.

 

With the game showing signs of stalemate, it needed something out of the top drawer to settle proceedings.

 

That came from the boot of Louise Mason who pulled off a sensational strike from 25 yards that gathered pace as it sailed over the outstretched arm of Johnstone to hit the back of the net.

 

A relative bystander during the course of the game, Eartha Cumings was called into action when she stayed big before turning Chantelle Brown’s effort behind for a corner as Rangers looked to get back on level terms. It was a save that also ensured the young keeper earned her third clean sheet in as many league games.

 

With eight minutes left on the clock, substitute Christie Kerr was inches away from doubling her side’s lead, only to send her header over the bar from deep inside the box.

 

FT: Spartans 1-0 Rangers

 

Reported by Spartans FC

 

Picture: Spartans FC

 

http://www.spartansfcwomen.com/

 

http://scotwomensfootball.com/swpl1-a-piece-of-mason-magic-makes-it-three-wins-in-a-row/

 

And you shouldn't be surprised to know that Louise Mason (23) was playing for us once, before leaving in 2010 to join up with Spartans, where she is back now, after a short intermezzo with Adelaide United.

Edited July 3, 2016 by der Berliner

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Rangers Ladies star admits she's 'scared' after being caught up in Turkish military coup

 

09:54, 16 Jul 2016 Updated 09:55, 16 Jul 2016 By Tony Clerkson

 

SCOTLAND veteran Rhonda Jones posted video of marching crowds in the Turkish holiday resort of Marmaris as gunfire was reported.

 

 

A RANGERS Ladies football player was in the Turkish holiday resort of Marmaris when gunfire was reported.

 

The Turkish President was believed to be in the resort for a period of time, leading to gunshots and explosions as elements of the military attempted to oust him from goverment.

 

Rhonda Jones, who has 117 caps for the Scottish national team, posted a video on Twitter and admitted she was “a bit scared”.

 

Streets of Marmaris right now #TurkeyCoup pic.twitter.com/r0EETCBEvE

— Rhonda Jones (@RhondaJones02) 16 July 2016

 

The video shows chanting protesters taking to the streets with car horns tooting.

 

A second tweet from Rhonda reports an exchange of gunfire and a small explosion.

 

The plotters had earlier claimed they had seized power in a bid to preserved democracy.

 

Exchanged Gun fire up and down the street in Marmaris now. A small explosion #scared #TurkeyCoup

— Rhonda Jones (@RhondaJones02) 16 July 2016

 

Public opinion on President Recep Tayyip Erdoğan is divided, with many opposed to his increasing authoritarian tendencies and a perceived ambivalence towards Islamist extremists.

 

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http://www.dailyrecord.co.uk/news/rangers-ladies-star-admits-shes-8432510

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The Ladies enjoyed a good afternoon, slaughetring Newcastle United 5-2 in a friendly at New Tinto Park ...

 

Rangers Ladies ‏@RFC_Ladies

Rangers starting XI: Adams, Doran-Barr, Elliott, Hughes, Johnston, McLintock, Muir, Sinclair, Smith, Swanson, Tweedie

 

Thought kick off was at 1 but we're underway already! Rangers on the front foot to start

4. Muir has her shot saved by the Newcastle keeper after a good cross by Smith. 0-0

9. Newcastle get a shot on goal after a quick break but its straight at Elliott. 0-0

11. Break in play here as a Newcastle player is down injured

14. Rangers get the game back underway

15. Swanson is played in behind but the Newcastle keeper gets a glove to it and the defence is able to clear. Still 0-0

GOAL! Rangers 1-0 up as Smith fires in at the near post to give the hosts the lead

19. And its 2-0! McLintock doubles the Gers lead with a great goal!

21. Newcastle halve Rangers lead and pull a goal back, 3 goals in quick succession here at New Tinto Park. 2-1 Rangers

23. Goal for Rangers! The Newcastle keeper can't get good contact on Sinclair's shot and it's 3-1 Rangers!

33. Newcastle pull a goal back. 3-2

 

It's shorter halfs for the game today and the referee blows for half time. Rangers lead Newcastle 3-2.

 

shorter half time as well, we're back underway. 3-2 Rangers

35. Off the bar! Newcastle keeper drops a corner Into the path of Jones but her off-balance shot is just a tad too high

40. Goal! Smith gets her second. Ball wasn't properly cleared by the Newcastle defence and Smith makes no mistake. 4-2 Rangers

45. Stoppage in play here as Sinclair goes down injured. 4-2

49. Smith rattles the bar with a fierce shot. So close to her hat trick!

58. Smith gets round the keeper but can't get the shot away. She tries to square it to Robertson but the pass is cut out. Still 4-2

60. After another short break, Rangers restart the match.

Goal! Brilliant move as Adams plays a 1-2 with Robertson and cooly slots the ball in the far corner. 5-2 Rangers

82. Newcastle keeper pulls off a great save and tips Robertson's shot onto the post. 5-2

84. And another good stop shortly after to deny Smith her hat trick

 

FULL TIME: RANGERS 5 - 2 NEWCASTLE

 

https://twitter.com/RFC_Ladies

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First game back after the summer break ... at "home" against Aberdeen

 

Rangers Ladies ‏@RFC_Ladies

2pm ko - Sun 31 July

@SWPL league action returns @aberdeenfcl

New Tinto Park, Govan

£5 Adults / £3 Children RLFC

 

Rangers starting XI vs Aberdeen: Johnstone Jones Hughes Foley McClintock Adams Gemmell Trialist Swanson Turner Brown

 

Kick off: Rangers get the game underway

10. Just over ten minutes gone and no real chances to speak of. Cagey opening here. 0-0

12. Turner puts a ball into the box for Brown but her header is wide. 0-0

20. Katey Turner has a shot from distance but it's wide. Still 0-0 here at New Tinto Park

24. Turner wins a corner for Rangers. She takes it but the Aberdeen keeper collects it. 0-0

26. Paterson hits a free kick for Aberdeen in a good position but Johnstone is able to save it comfortably. 0-0

30. Shouts for a penalty for Rangers as Swanson is brought down when trying to get on the end of a ball put across goal. No pen says the ref

34. Smith has a shot from outside the box for Aberdeen but it's too high for the Dons skipper. 0-0

37. 3 corners in a row for Aberdeen but they come to nothing.

39. Chantelle Brown plays the ball through for our trialist but she can't control the ball and Aberdeen can clear. Still 0-0

44. Turner hits a volley towards the Aberdeen goal but it's just wide

 

Half time: Rangers 0 - 0 Aberdeen

 

45: The teams are back out for the second half here at New Tinto Park. Aberdeen get us back underway. 0-0

47. GOAL! Swanson smashes the ball into the top corner from outside the box! 1-0 Rangers!

49. Aberdeen looking for an immediate reply as Rangers have to clear off the line twice from a corner. 1-0

51. Megan Foley puts a ball into the back post for Chantelle Brown but she can't keep the shot down. 1-0

65. Sub for Rangers as goal scorer Lisa Swanson goes off for Sarah Robertson

68. Good chance for Aberdeen as the ball finds Watson unmarked at the back post but her shot is well over. Still 1-0

82. Sub for Rangers as Turner makes way for Lauren Doran-Barr

85. Penalty to Rangers!

87. Goal for Rangers! Gemmell's penalty is saved by Flaherty but Roberston is there to follow up on the rebound! 2-0 to the Gers!

 

Full time: Rangers 2 - 0 Aberdeen

 

https://twitter.com/RFC_Ladies

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Ladies: Rangers 2-0 Aberdeen

 

Tuesday, 02 August 2016, 10:00 by Andrew Gamba

 

RANGERS LADIES got the season back underway with a 2-0 win over Aberdeen at New Tinto Park on Sunday.

 

Goals from Lisa Swanson and Sarah Robertson gave the Gers the win over the Dons.

 

The win sees the Blue Belles stay in 5th place in the SWPL table and open up a 5-point lead over Aberdeen.

 

Read more here ... http://rangers.co.uk/news/ladies/ladies-rangers-2-0-aberdeen/

 

Ladies Add Two

 

Sunday, 31 July 2016, 09:00 by Maryanne Orr

 

RANGERS LADIES have boosted their squad for the second half of the 2016 Scottish Women’s Premier League, with the arrival of Kirstin McGuire and Vicki Farquhar.

 

McGuire, a versatile midfielder, joins from rivals Celtic and is looking forward to the challenge after considering hanging up her boots.

 

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Rangers’ other arrival is central defender, Vicki Farquhar, who will also be looking to make her mark against Aberdeen.

 

The former Hearts, Spartans and Aberdeen player joined the ranks at the start of the mid-season break.

 

Read more here ... http://rangers.co.uk/news/ladies/ladies-add-two/

 

Edited August 2, 2016 by der Berliner

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Rangers Ladies ‏@RFC_Ladies

 

GAME DAY: It's the third round of the Scottish Cup today and Rangers host Glasgow City.

 

Get along and support the team if you can!

 

2pm KO - Scottish Cup - Glasgow City FC - New Tinto Park, Govan - £5 Adults / £2 Children

 

Updates via: https://twitter.com/RFC_Ladies or that of Glasgow City https://twitter.com/GlasgowCityFC

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No luck for the Ladies against favourites Glasgow City, who dominated the game and provided us with these neat highlights

 

 

The stats tell their own story

 

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Rangers Ladies ‏@RFC_Ladies

 

GAME DAY: It's an away trip for Rangers today as they travel to Station Park to take on Forfar Farmington in the @SWPL

1pm KO

SWPL

Farmington_FC

Station Park

£4 Adults / Children Free

 

Meanwhile ...

Good luck to @chassy_brown @ClaireAdamsXO & @_mclintock who are representing @ScottishFA WU19s today against Hungary

Well done to Rangers Ladies trio who all played in the 2-1 victory against Hungary earlier today.

 

 

... and

 

Congratulations to @Amy_muirr @shannon_burgon who have been selected in the @ScottishFA WU17s squad for the trip to Czech Republic