Get to know the Harrogate PDC team
Co-Founder & Lead Coach
Jon Maloney
Age : 39
Experience : 20+ years
Qualifications : FA Level 2 coach, First Aid, Safeguarding (DBS)
Favourite football team : Leeds United
Current player : Molly Sharpe
All time player : Leo Messi
How did you get into football? "I started at the age of 2 with my dad and have continued to play ever since! I spent 8 years at Leeds United in their academy before moving to Doncaster Rovers as a professional at 16 years old."
What is your career highlight? "Making my league debut for Doncaster Rovers in a 1-0 win against Carlisle and managing Harrogate Town Ladies in back to back promotions in the first 2 years of the ladies team"
What does Future Lioness mean to you? "It means giving female footballers the opportunity to progress in the game that they love. The most important part is that the girls enjoy themselves but it will be structured in a way that they improve all aspects of their game as well.
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Coach
Bella Richardson
Age : 18
Experience : 2 years coaching
Qualifications : safeguarding (DBS), level 1/foundation in strength & conditioning, (studying sport for past 5yrs)
Favourite football team : Manchester City
Current player : Ruben Dias
All time player : Sergio Aguero
How did you get into football? "Me and my dad played in the garden, before I then joined a team at 6 and never stopped!"
What does Future Lioness mean to you? "The most rewarding thing as a coach is being able to pass down what I know to younger girls and help them achieve their dreams ."
What is your career highlight? "Trialing for Middlesborough at Rockliffe Park"
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What does Future Lioness mean to you? "Growing up, one of my close school friends was a brilliant footballer however it was a battle for her to progress in the game due to the lack of access and opportunity for girls at that time. I am so excited to be able to be part of Future Lioness, providing a chance for girls to pursue their football aspirations and dreams in a supportive, encouraging environment. We are here to champion girls football."
Co-Founder and PDC Administrator
Jules Maloney