With the Devon County Cup victory offering momentum, a host of new signings showing a sign of intent, and a new management and coaching team with high expectations, this looks to be a big season for Exeter City Women.

After the arrival of experienced duo Mollie Taylor and Jaydee Seaman had enhanced the team considerably in the post lockdown fixtures, Abbie Britton and Aaron Wakley were quick to add to their options this summer.

Experienced Goalkeeping coach George Hamill, previously of Airdrieonians and, more recently, Buckland Athletic, has joined the City coaching staff. George has spent the last few seasons working closely with Buckland’s Number One, and former Grecian, Abbi Bond, so it was no surprise to see her become the first addition to the squad for 2021/2022. City have a group of very talented goalkeepers, yet they are all young and the experience of Bond, coupled with Hamill’s coaching, will be a big asset to the Grecians this season.

Katie Grigg, a player who grew up as part of the Girls Development Centre at Exeter City before signing for Plymouth Argyle, was the second addition. With pace to spare and an ability to attack as well as defend from her wide position, Grigg will be a key figure in the way in which Britton and Wakley choose to set up their side for the League campaign.

Sarah Stacey is perhaps the highest profile of the Grecians’ additions. Stacey has a fantastic goalscoring record at National League Level, with fifty-three goals in her forty-eight appearances for Buckland. The forward will add experience to the City front line and more goals for a team that struggled to convert as many chances as they would have hoped last season.

Natalie Warman was the final piece in the jigsaw. The versatile left sided player is again an experienced National League player who will be so important in her ability to play many positions, she is someone that can be relied upon to make a considerable contribution throughout the season ahead.