Category: Player Signings

  • Absolute Ink Tattooing sponsors Georgia Hayes for the 2025/26 season

    Absolute Ink Tattooing sponsors Georgia Hayes for the 2025/26 season

    We’re delighted to welcome Absolute Ink Tattooing to Reading as they sponsor Georgia Hayes for the 2025/26 season.

    Established in 2012, Absolute Ink Tattooing is a female-run tattoo studio that offers all aspects of tattooing to our amazing customers. ​

    Their tattoo artists have extensive experience in creating black & grey, watercolour, full colour, ornamental, dotwork, mandala, cover-ups and everything in between, from small designs to full sleeves. ​

    They offer free of charge consultations (by appointment only) where we take the time to listen and work with our customers to achieve the tattoos they have been dreaming of.

    Thank you Absolute Ink Tattooing and welcome to the Royals! 🤝

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  • Retained! Bolitho, Airey, Fatri and Dench back for the 2025/26 season

    Retained! Bolitho, Airey, Fatri and Dench back for the 2025/26 season

    Retained! We welcome back a number of squad members for the 2025/26 season having impressed for the Royals in the 2024/25 season. Up first:

    Lucy Bolitho

    Our 2024/25 ‘Player of the Season’ returns once more with 8 goals in 20 appearances last season, she’ll be looking to deliver in front of goal once again.

    Poppy Airey

    A calm head and a commanding presence, Poppy returns for the Royals.

    “Proud to be back for another season with this club. The group’s coming together really well, the energy’s high, and the focus is clear. Looking forward to the challenges ahead and what we can achieve as a team.”

    Assia Fatri

    Assia…dynamic, determined and ready to go again! Welcome back to the Royals!

    “Buzzing to be back for another season with Reading FC Women! Last year had its challenges, but I’m coming back stronger and more ready than ever.Thank you to the fans for riding with us — let’s go again!”

    Mollie Dench

    Solid, composed and reliable, we’re delighted defender Mollie is on board for the Royals again.

    “I’m excited to be re-signing with the club and I can’t wait to see what the season has in store for us. Big things are coming this season for us.”

    Welcome back to Reading to you all!

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  • Sarah Thompson signs for the Royals!

    Sarah Thompson signs for the Royals!

    Reading FC Women are pleased to announce the signing of Sarah Thompson, who joins the Royals ahead of the 2025/26 season.

    We welcome the defender having previously been under Ed’s guidance at Maidenhead United, she captained the side to their Berks & Bucks Senior Cup win in March 2025.

    “I’m buzzing to be returning to my childhood club, one that I have supported since I was a young girl and was fortunate enough to play for in my teens. The team is gelling well together over pre season and I can’t wait for the league to get started. Up The Ding!” – Sarah Thompson

    Sarah was a stalwart at Maidenhead United, having joined them in 2019. She’s no stranger to the Royals however, having played in the Academy from 2011 to 2014 before heading off to university and returning back to Berkshire where she spent the 2018/19 season with Woodley United.

    “Legend. Huge signing for us! Vital to what we’re building here” – Ed Jackson-Norris

    Welcome to Reading, Sarah!

    Looking forward to seeing what Sarah can do in hoops? Get your season tickets today.

  • Aleasha Lunn signs for the Royals!

    Aleasha Lunn signs for the Royals!

    Reading FC Women are pleased to announce the signing of Aleasha Lunn, who joins the Royals ahead of the 2025/26 season.

    We welcome the midfielder having previously been under Ed’s guidance at Maidenhead United after signing for the Magpies in the 2023/24 season.

    “I am very greatful to be a Royal as it is my home club! The ambition going forwards is very exciting and I am happy to be under the management of Ed & Max once again. I personally can’t wait to be back out playing after being out on an injury the past season. Hopefully I can be back scoring goals and celebrating the small wins with the team! Up the Ding!” – Aleasha Lunn

    Aleasha is a former Oxford United player, with a corner kick to marvel over, having made her first team debut for the O’s in December 2021. Her National League experience will be of real value to the Royals.

    “Buzzing to get Aleasha in! A big character who’ll drive standards sky high for us this year!” – Ed Jackson-Norris

    Welcome to Reading, Aleasha!

    Looking forward to seeing what Alesha can do in hoops? Get your season tickets today.

  • Jazz King signs for the Royals!

    Jazz King signs for the Royals!

    Reading FC Women are pleased to announce the signing of Jazz King, who joins the Royals ahead of the 2025/26 season.

    We welcome the midfielder having previously been under Ed’s guidance at Maidenhead United, initially in the development squad before making her first team debut in a 3-0 defeat away over Bridgwater in December 2024/25 season.

    “I’m really excited to be signing and getting started here at Reading. It’s a great club with a clear vision and goals to achieve and a great support network to do so. I’m really looking forward to getting started in what should be a good competitive season!” – Jazz King

    Jazz formerly played for Brentford, plying her trade in the London & South East Regional Football Club, having been a proven goalscorer for the West London side.

    “Unbelievable grab for us and one of the first to commit to the project. If you enjoy watching good football, you’ll enjoy watching Jazz!” – Ed Jackson-Norris

    Welcome to Reading, Jazz!

    Looking forward to seeing what Jazz can do in hoops? Get your season tickets today.

  • Bethan Poole signs for the Royals!

    Bethan Poole signs for the Royals!

    Reading FC Women are pleased to announce the signing of Bethan Poole, who joins the Royals ahead of the 2025/26 season.

    We welcome the left-back having previously been under Ed’s guidance at Maidenhead United, initially in the development squad before making her first team debut off the bench in a 5-0 victory over Keynsham Town in the 2024/25 season.

    “I can’t wait to start at Reading where the ambition is endless. Having such a knowledgeable group of coaches and supportive teammates helps to put into perspective the exciting future for the club! The hard work starts now!” – Ava Broke-Smith

    Ava’s footballing endeavours began in Somerset where she played on a boys’ team in Bishops Lydeard before moving over to the girls side at the club. She then joined Exeter City before switching Somerset for Berkshire and linking up with Reading’s Development squad. She then headed for M

    “The best young player in Berkshire for 24/25 is now a Royal Incredibly exciting player for us and I can’t wait to see what more is to come from Ava!” – Ed Jackson-Norris

    Welcome to Reading, Bethan!

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