Leeds United Ladies is pleased and proud to announce the first Inductees into our new Hall of Fame. In alphabetical order, they are:

• Julie Chipchase
  Julie’s reign as manger saw the development of several younger players and an appearance for the team in three major cup finals.
• Jess Clarke
  Now an England regular, Jess is the first player to come through the ranks from the Centre of Excellence into the England Senior side
• Gayle Formston
  A former captain and ambassador for the club off the pitch, Gayle was renowned for her inspirational leadership, often playing in games though injured.
• Mark Hodgson
  As manager, Mark established the Leeds side as a force to be reckoned with, taking in three promotions in four years and into the National Division.
• Claire Parker
  Claire played for Leeds in the first game back in 1989, staying with the club for over 10 years.
• Rick Passmoor
  Under Rick’s tenure, the club reached yet another FA Cup Final and won the FA Premier League Cup for the first time.
• Sue Smith
  An established England player while still in her teens, Sue spent a major part of her career with Leeds and was a regular columnist for the Yorkshire Evening Post.
• Mel Vauvelle-Don
  Another of the players in the initial squad, Mel turned to an administrative role after hanging up her boots, leaving as Chairperson only in 2010.
• Lucy Ward
  An England international and now BBC / ESPN co-commentator, Lucy’s name is synonymous with Leeds United, to the extent that she featured in Lucas Radebe’s testimonial fixture in 2005.