Leah has extensive experience working in Women’s football across the Midlands having spent almost 10 years at Leicester City where she spent 5 years as a player followed by almost 5 years coaching; first within the youth section and then 4 years as reserve team manager.

Nick Dargan said: “we are delighted to welcome Leah to the club. Both Jim Fairley and newly appointed head of women’s football Colin Eastwood have worked incredibly hard along with first team captain Annie Taylor to secure Leah’s appointment which will take place with immediate effect.”

Jim Fairley added: “with Colin’s help we have now established a strong, integrated women’s set up and a genuine player pathway at the club. The introduction of our new development team will give excellent support to the first team and we are all really excited for the start of the new season.

Leah’s appointment will enable us to build on the great work done by former manager John Bennett in developing our senior side and all at the club would like to thank John and wish him well for the future”