Baker, Phoebe

Phoebe signed for Exeter City in the summer of 2020 from Bideford, making her debut in the first game of the season.

Phoebe was one of four candidates for player of the month in October 2020, the club wrote the following
“An excellent start to the season for our Summer signing. Phoebe has brought energy and tenacity to midfield and has been an integral part to the tempo of play for the team“
During the 2nd National lockdown in November 2020 due the pandemic the team produced some articles from players about players entitled.

"Our New Lockdown Series Starts"


Phoebe’s replies were:-

Quickest Player: Meg, no one can keep up with her
Not so Quickest: Emily! Always moaning she is the slowest
Best Trainer: Steph, always puts in 100%
Most intelligent: Hope, really knows her stuff
Most Skilful: Mia, always showing off her tricks
Team Joker: Abbie has always got something funny to say, even if she's the only one that finds it funny!
Worst Taste in Music: Manfy, can't say I enjoy all the choices when on the bus! Most Likely to Moan about Something: Zoe, always giving feedback
Who gets the most fines: Abbie or Anthea, both love a discussion with the ref.
A Last Minute Penalty to Win the League, who takes it? Ella-Mae, cool and calm
Who would be in your 5ASIDE Team: Me, Kyanna, Manfy, Abbie, Anthea and Emily...always need at least one sub!
Most likely to get booked: Abbie, says it as it is.


The club congratulated Phoebe on making her 50th City Appearance on the 29th January 2023 at home to Southampton 


Appearances and Goals 

All competitions 


Team

Season

Apps

Goals

Plymouth A

2015/16

22

3

2016/17

Plymouth A

2017/18

19

1

Bideford

2018/19

10

3

Bideford

2019/20

11

0

Exeter City

2020/21

9

1

Exeter City

2021/22

27

3

Exeter City

2022/23

28

2

Exeter City

2023/24

26

4

Exeter City 

2024/25

From a series of articles by Hollie Sealey-Exeter City WFC Supporters Club in 2025

Player Spotlight : Phoebe Baker 

Phoebe Baker is a central midfielder for Exeter City Women, renowned for her dynamic play and ability to dictate the game’s tempo. She began her career with Plymouth Argyle at sixteen, competing against prominent teams like Tottenham and Portsmouth. She then joined Yeovil Town’s Development team, facing reserve sides of top clubs such as Arsenal and Chelsea. After a brief return to Plymouth, where she played primarily as a left-back, Phoebe moved to Bideford to rediscover her passion for football. Her impressive performances against Exeter City led to her recruitment by the Grecians.

Since joining Exeter, Phoebe has flourished in her preferred central midfield role. Her confidence has grown, bolstered by the support of the coaching staff and the strong team camaraderie. She has earned multiple Player of the Match awards and has been instrumental in the team’s successes. Notably, Phoebe scored in a commanding 12-0 FA Cup win against Saltash United, showcasing her scoring ability from midfield.

In the current 2024-2025 season, Phoebe continues to be a key player for Exeter City Women. She started in the FA Cup Fourth Round match against Sunderland Women on January 12, 2025. Earlier in the season, she contributed to a significant 5-1 victory over her former club, Plymouth Argyle, in the Adobe Women’s FA Cup on November 24, 2024.

Phoebe previously before moving to Tiverton would commute from Torrington to Exeter for training and matches, demonstrating her dedication to the sport . Her journey reflects resilience and a continuous pursuit of growth, making her a vital asset to Exeter City Women.

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