Choosing an SWPL Team to Support
We're breaking down all the SWPL teams' vibes ahead of the new season, giving new fans a chance to find their soulmate (and know where they play, how to go, and who's good).
New fans are flocking to the SWPL like pigeons to anyone that vaguely looks like they might have bird seed, and while many already have a team as they add the women’s side of their men’s team to support (which is valid and we love you for that), there are fans that are new to football entirely that now need teams to love and cherish.
So, here’s our guide to the vibes of all 20 SWPL sides, including where you can find them, how easy the stadium is to get to, and why they should be your team. A quick disclaimer that stadiums may be subject to change, keep an eye on your chosen club’s socials (that you can find by clicking on the club’s name in this very article).
This is the first of two articles we have to get you newbies up to scratch with football in Scotland, or even to give you dedicated fans a bit more knowledge. You can never get too much. We’ve made it easy by splitting the teams into geographic regions of Scotland for you to quickly figure out your closest teams so you can maximise your match-going and chant to your heart’s content.
Glasgow
There are six teams that call Glasgow their home, and now is a good time to explain that we are using the club’s location to determine where they are and not the location of the stadium they play in. For example, Celtic are a Glasgow club but their women’s team actually play in Airdrie which is more “greater Glasgow” but they are a Glasgow based club. Got it? Cool, let’s get into it.
Celtic
Where do they play?
Celtic currently play their home matches in Airdrie’s Excelsior Stadium, although they are building a new facility that was mooted to be the next home of the 23/24 SWPL Champions. The ground is a 25 minute drive from Glasgow, with some on-site parking available. On public transport, you can get there by getting the train from Queen St to Airdrie or Drumgelloch, both about a mile from the ground. From Airdrie station you can get the 201 bus to Howletnest Road right at the ground.
Season tickets are on sale now priced at £130 for adults and £20 for 16-year-olds and under, you can find all the info on them here. There is also a supporters club who are regulars at the ground getting the chants going and you can find them here.
What’s the vibe?
Celtic won their first SWPL title last season under Swedish boss Elena Sadiku. Despite having been around the top of the table for a lot of SWPL history, and providing a home to some of of the SWPL’s greats like Jen Beattie, Suzanne Grant, and Jo Love, they only managed a couple of runners up medals prior to the professional era.
They became the SWPL’s first full-time team in the 2019 season and it has been title fights ever since, 2021/22 saw them win the cup double, 2022/23 added another Scottish Cup, and then an Amy Gallacher strike in the 90th minute of the final game sealed the 2023/24 SWPL title. Elena Sadiku has only been in charge for half a season, but she has already made history and looks primed to make more soon. With their attachment to such a successful men’s team, expect more trophies to come.
But, there’s a catch…
Still hung up on their ex (big game, white jacket, Fran Alonso was iconic to be fair).
Rangers
Where do they play?
Rangers are tenants of Broadwood Stadium in Cumbernauld. A short 20 minute drive from Glasgow city centre, you can also get there by train (almost) directly with the service from Queen St to Croy only taking 12 minutes and leaving you a mile from the ground. On the bus it’s a 40 minute ride on the X3 from Buchanan Bus Station to St Maurice’s Roundabout, followed by a 5 minute walk to the ground.
You can also join the Rangers supporters’ club to meet other fans and hang out at games (supporters’ clubs are great for new fans, especially if you don’t have anyone to go with). You can find them on Twitter here. Season tickets can be found on their website here at £99 for adults and £23 for concessions with various discounts for MyGers members.
What’s the vibe?
Much like their Old Firm counterparts, Celtic, Rangers success has predominantly come in the professional era with a handful of cup runs and league pushes prior to going full time in 2019. They won an unbeaten league title in 2021/22 and have added two SWPL Cups and a Scottish Cup since. Former Lioness Jo Potter winning the cup double last season, her first season in charge, with tactics that a year on boggle our brains.
Potter has shown a complete disregard for the things that everybody “knows” about football, in the best possible way. Setting up at times with just the one recognised central defender, her side look to dominate possession and create space by dragging teams wide from side to side. Not only is it effective, but also very exciting to watch. With a men’s club with the stature of Rangers, trophies are an expectation and they certainly look well placed to add to the cabinet.
But, there’s a catch…
Jo Potter’s tactics make figuring out line-ups next to impossible, and the lack of recognised defenders in defensive roles is not “proper fitba”.
Glasgow City
Where do they play?
Glasgow City play their home games at Petershill Park in the North of Glasgow (and yes, it is dog friendly). Barnhill is the nearest train stop, an eight minute walk away, with regular services from Queen St. Alternatively, the Springburn stop is a 10 minute walk, also served from Queen St. The 57, 87, 88, and 89 buses all go past the stadium from the city centre with Springburn Road and Midton St the stops to aim for (both within a five minute walk to the ground).
Season tickets are on sale now here, costing £96 for adults, £72 for seniors (65+), and £20 for under 16s. They have a supporters club who are on twitter here.
What’s the vibe?
Do you like trophies? Because Glasgow City are Scottish women’s football’s most successful club, famously winning 14 league titles in a row between 2007/08 to 2020/21. They have won the SWPL 16 times (so far) on top of nine Scottish Cups and six SWPL Cups. Set up by Laura Montgomery and Carol Anne Stewart in 1998, they are an independent club with no men’s affiliate. The pair took to the task of not only creating a club from scratch, but, of being the best club in the country and we’d say they’ve done a pretty good job.
Currently managed by legendary midfielder Leanne Ross, they very much mirror her style as a player. Organised, hard working, and never shy of a challenge. If that’s your vibe then City are a perfect match for you (and, did we mention they have a tiny football taxi?).
But, there’s a catch…
You will constantly have to put up with “this is the year that Glasgow City get left behind” takes from people that aren’t invested in the SWPL.
Partick Thistle
Where do they play?
Partick Thistle also currently play at Petershill Park, sharing with Glasgow City which led to a scheme last season where season ticket holders of both clubs could go to the “away” match against the opposite club for free. Follow the same instructions to get there as above.
Season tickets are available from the club here, keep an eye on their socials for more information. Priced at £80 for adults and £60 for concessions with under-16s going free. There are also discounts if you are a Partick Thistle men’s season ticket holder.
What’s the vibe?
Thistle were promoted to SWPL in dramatic fashion as Forfar Farmington withdrew on the eve of the season, to the surprise of many they stayed up marking themselves as one of the most resilient sides in SWPL. Under the leadership of men’s striker Brian Graham they have become the SWPL’s resident party poopers.
Characterised by their work ethic, Graham’s focus on professionalism has led to them becoming one of the fittest and most organised teams in the division. Do you like annoying fans of other clubs by being incredibly hard to beat? Do you not know when to quit? Partick Thistle are the club for you.
But, there’s a catch…
Kinglsey will haunt every waking moment you spend not wearing Thistle gear (it is unconfirmed whether or not they are dangerous, but, look at them…) and “Partick Thistle boing boing” will be permanently etched in your brain.
Queen’s Park
Where do they play?
Queen’s Park are really testing our ability to say clubs are from Glasgow, announcing they would play their 2024/25 fixtures at Ochilview Park in Stenhousemuir. Getting there from Glasgow is pretty straightforward, a train takes you straight from Queen St to Larbert in about half an hour and then it’s just a 15 minute walk down the main road to the ground. Or, you’re half an hour in the car down the M80.
What’s the vibe?
Queen’s Park have recently cemented themselves as one of the most ambitious clubs in the SWPL, hiring Craig Joyce (who has become quite the SWPL 2 promotion expert) and building a squad that fired through the 2023/24 season to promotion. Back in SWPL 1 for the first time since a 15-year-old Jen Beattie made her debut in black and white, they are pushing to become a permanent fixture.
Off the pitch they give the vibe of a bunch of pals having a kickabout every week. On the pitch they are a well-oiled machine, telepathically knowing what each other is doing at any moment, playing with speed and skill. For you tactic-heads they do some very interesting things “OOP” too.
But, there’s a catch…
Hoops are so last season.
Rossvale
Where do they play?
Rossvale have moved from Petershill Park to Kirkintilloch Sports Complex this season. It’s about a 20 minute drive from Glasgow city centre, the same on the bus from Buchanan Bus station to Civic Way on the X85 or X87, or about half an hour to Catherine St on the 89. Both bus stops are a short walk from the ground.
What’s the vibe?
Hannah Scott wrote this blog post for Scottish Women in Sport that goes into great detail on why Rossvale may be the club for you. They may be the lowest ranked club in Glasgow, but, they have the biggest heart. Potentially the biggest in terms of participation with a huge focus on community and encouraging young girls to get involved in football.
That mentality continues into their senior, competitive, team with many of the players finding themselves a home at Rossvale after being disillusioned elsewhere or even after taking time away from football altogether. They want everyone to have a home in football, and that could include you.
But, there’s a catch…
Their kit colours will have you craving a drumstick/caramel wafer constantly. Kirkintilloch corner shops will be getting raided.
Greater Glasgow Area
Motherwell
Where do they play?
Motherwell play their fixtures at K-Park in East Kilbride. Getting there from Motherwell by car is fairly straightforward with a short 15 minute drive to the ground, there is parking on-site for you too. By public transport it is a bit trickier, your most straightforward option is to get the 201 bus from Motherwell Library to Brunel Way and walk the 1 and a half miles to the ground which will take you just over an hour in total. If you get off the 201 at East Kilbride and hop on the 21 to Mount Cameron Drive South you can cut that walk down to just over half a mile.
What’s the vibe?
Motherwell have spent the last few seasons on the edge of something exciting, without quite taking that next step. With a massive squad rebuild this summer they are going into next season as a very exciting young team, with lots to prove and very little fear.
Paul Brownlie is one of the longest serving managers in the SWPL after being appointed in 2021 as Motherwell aimed to push their women’s team forwards. Assisted by an SWPL legend in Leanne Crichton (who never technically retired from her playing career, although she is currently on maternity leave), they are tactically fluid and have a strong focus on developing players into their best selves.
But, there’s a catch…
People think “Motherwell? Aye, she’s no doing too bad” is a good joke, so you’ve got to put up with that forever.
Hamilton Academical
Where do they play?
Hamilton make life very easy, playing their home games at New Douglas Park, sharing the stadium with the club’s men’s team. The ground is a little over 10 minutes walk from Hamilton town centre, Hamilton West is the nearest train station if you are travelling from further afield.
What’s the vibe?
Hamilton are currently the scorned ex looking to win back their true love (SWPL 1 football). Relegated last season despite an incredible run in that saw them almost grasp victory from the jaws of defeat, they are resigned to SWPL 2 action for 2024/25. Bobby Watson and co will want that to be a very short stay.
With a core of players that have been calling Hamilton their home for a number of seasons, mixed in with some young talents that are quickly making a name for themselves, Accies are a team for togetherness. They don’t give up without a fight, and will protect each other till the final whistle is blown.
But, there’s a catch…
The abject refusal to be relegated that runs through the spirit of Accies’ men’s and women’s sides can be quite tiring during the meat and potatoes of the season.
Gartcairn
Where do they play?
Gartcairn play their home games at their ground at MTC Park; like Hamilton, they share with the club’s men’s side. It’s just over a mile’s walk from Airdrie town centre with regular bus services that’ll take you more than halfway. Look for the 16, 101, 212, or 248C and get off at Springwells Avenue.
What’s the vibe?
Gartcairn are a chaos manufacturer, who also play football. Formed in 2019 they saw the first two seasons of their existence abandoned due to COVID, in the third they won the league and promotion to SWPL 2. In the fourth they finished as runner-up, only missing out on consecutive promotion via a 2-1 playoff loss. In the fifth (last season) they had two points in January, averaged two points a game for the second half of the season, and stayed up comfortably. Bonkers.
Former Dundee United manager Graeme Hart signed a three year deal at the club in May as they look to become a bit more stable and plan for long term success, including promotion to SWPL 1. If you want to get in on the ground floor of a club aiming for the top, this is where you belong.
But, there’s a catch…
You’ll need to take a break every couple of weeks to recharge from all the chaos. One minute you’re preparing to go down, the next you’ve an outside chance at promotion.
Ayrshire
Kilmarnock
Where do they play?
Kilmarnock currently share their stadium at Rugby Park with their men’s side, however the club are planning on switching to a grass pitch for the 2025/26 season so this may change soon. Like Hamilton it is a simple walk from the town centre, taking around 20 minutes. The nearest station is Kilmarnock if you’re further afield. You can get the bus from the town centre to South Hamilton St or Seaford St to cut the walk in half.
What’s the vibe?
They missed out on an SWPL return by the narrowest margin in the playoff last season, with a squad of young players it is likely they will be pushing to right that this season. One of Scottish women’s football’s OGs as Kilmarnock took over from Stewarton Thistle who were known as one of the first women’s clubs in Scotland, and one of the most successful in those early years.
Managed by a club legend in Jim Chapman, the 58-year-old was in charge for the majority of the club’s recent honours in the early 2000s. Two SWPL titles, two SWPL Cups, and a Scottish Cup to his name he is back in charge as they look to return to the top. Currently focusing heavily on developing young talents, they make up a very exciting member of the SWPL looking to the future.
But, there’s a catch…
Rose Reilly technically didn’t win the World Cup and people love to get pedantic about that which means one of the greatest achievements by a Kilmarnock (and Scottish) player gets minimised or starts online fights.
Ayr United
Where do they play?
Ayr United are slated to play their home fixtures at Cumnock Juniors’ ground Townhead Park (which unhelpfully does not come up on Google maps, you have to search for Cumnock Juniors). That ground is around a half hour drive from Ayr itself, an easy jump on the A70 so not much chance of getting lost. There’s some parking at the ground or in Cumnock town centre. On public transport you can get the 42 bus from Racecourse Road to Elizabeth Crescent which is right at the ground, it’ll take you around an hour.
What’s the vibe?
Ayr United won SWPL 2 promotion via a dramatic playoff win that told us all we needed to know ahead of next season. A 4-3 win saw Clare Docherty steal the headlines, scoring a hat trick of fantastic goals before being sent off in the final minute for punching a corner clear before it found its way into the far post. Dramatic, determined, and all said and done exactly the kind of football you want to see (especially when your side does it and wins).
Much like their Ayrshire rivals Kilmarnock, Ayr United have a deep history in Scottish women’s football and were in fact the first team to ever represent Scotland in European club football when they hosted their group in the 2001-02 UEFA Women’s Cup (now the Champions League). Three draws on that occasion, who else but Julie Fleeting scored the first European goal by a Scottish club to start a comeback from 3-0 down in a 3-3 draw with Osijek. The previous season saw them win their sole league title, no cup honours to date although they did finish as runners up on three occasions in the late 90s-early 00s in the Scottish Cup. Groundbreaking, historic, and on the rise again - sound good? You’re an Ayr fan now.
But, there’s a catch…
Honestly, this is the last one we had to write and we are drawing a blank. Maybe that’s the downside itself, maybe we are just too fatigued to think after so many words. Who could possibly know?
Edinburgh & Lothian
Four SWPL clubs call the capital their home, and Livingston are getting piled in with them to make it five because even we aren’t going to try and stretch the Greater Glasgow region that far (it would be convenient for grouping purposes though…).
Hearts
Where do they play?
Hearts’ home games are hosted at Oriam at the Heriot-Watt campus (students, need something to do on a Sunday afternoon? Meet Hearts). It’s a half an hour-ish drive from Edinburgh City centre depending on traffic, which can get quite bad around Saughton. A train from Waverley or Haymarket to Curriehill will take you about 15 minutes with a mile walk to the ground from there, although we should say this isn’t the most well defined or upkept walking path. You can also get the 25 or 34 bus to Heriot-Watt which will take about 50 minutes.
Season tickets are available here at a cost of £30 for concessions or £100 for adults.
What’s the vibe?
Taking over Musselburgh Windsor in 2009, Hearts really burst onto the scene after additional investment was granted and a new focus on the women’s team came from the club in 2018. Kevin Murphy arrived from Manchester City, they won SWPL 2 hosting two games at Tynecastle and obliterating their attendance record, and then Eva Olid stepped onto the scene. She has overseen a club that has finished with a record high every season in her command, reached it’s first cup final, secured historic results against the top three, and really shaken up the SWPL.
A mix of tactical influence sees them take the best of Spanish, American, and Scottish football and merge it into something new and exciting. The added professionalism of becoming a full time team has nudged them along, but the way they have overtaken their city rivals in Spartans and, most notably, Hibernian has largely been down to the attitude of their Spanish mastermind.
But, there’s a catch…
Jam Tarts aren’t even a top ten baked good.
Hibernian
Where do they play?
Hibs currently play their home games at Meadowbank, conveniently just up the road from their men’s stadium at Easter Road. It’s a half hour walk from the city centre, or you can get the 26 or 44 bus from St Andrew’s House which will take you right to the stadium.
You can get a season ticket here with adult tickets priced at £100 and concessions at £50, there are offers for students and families as well. There are a number of active supporters clubs that you can find at games as well, including Hibernian Women Supporters Alliance who are the most active on twitter.
What’s the vibe?
Historically Hibernian have had a strong focus on developing Scottish players that become national team stars. Weir, Little, Emslie, and Smith, amongst a long list of players that have played for Hibernian and made a significant impact with the NT in recent years. A little hiccup when the full time era arrived broke that trend a little, but two time league runner up, two time SWPL Cup, and Scottish Cup winning manager (all in two seasons) Grant Scott is back with a plan to get the club back on top.
They have surged forward with a number of the young players at the club going from “potential” to stars. The likes of Adams, Lawson, Notley, and McAlonie putting themselves in contention for national team action in the future as Hibs push the teams that have overtaken them in recent years. An SWPL Cup runners-up medal in 2022/23 to show for it so far, it would be naïve to expect that to be it with the upward trajectory they are on. Perhaps your support will be the edge they need to win that next trophy?
But, there’s a catch…
A lot of people don’t remember/acknowledge/know about the club’s success between 2003 and 2019, so will banter you about the lack of trophies. You’ll have to constantly acknowledge how much the club fumbled the bag when the full time era arrived to educate them about how many cups are in the trophy cabinet.
Spartans
Where do they play?
Spartans share their Ainslie Park home with their men’s side and community foundation in the north of Edinburgh. There is plenty of parking as it is on the same site as the leisure centre (perfect if you’re a fitness head and want to hit the gym before or after the match). From the city centre it’s about an hour walk which takes you through Stockbridge where there are loads of food and coffee options, and a wonderful market every Sunday. Alternatively, the 37 or 29 bus will take you just over half an hour from Princes St to Crewe Toll which is then a short walk from the ground. In the other direction the 14 takes you to Royston Mains Gardens from Elm Row in the same amount of time.
What’s the vibe?
Is being active in the community important to you? What about developing young players that have fallen through the gaps at so-called “bigger” clubs? If you answered yes, then Spartans are the club for you.
So, an SWPL Cup win way back in 2007 might be the only trophy in the cabinet and they may have lost six finals since then and finished as runners up in the league twice. But it’s not all about winning trophies, friend, as philosopher Ralph Waldo Emerson famously said “It's not the destination, it's the journey”. With Spartans it is a hell of a journey.
Not only do you get to support young players as they grow into stars (Lana Clelland, Sarah Ewens, and Hayley Lauder amongst the alumni) but the vibes are so high. Mya Bates is a one-woman highlights machine with the ball at her feet; Hannah Jordan is an all-action, all-vibes, get-you-off-your-feet, midfielder; Alicia Yates spits in the face of Isaac Newton as she reaches shots thought unstoppable. And, that’s just the summary. There are so many more fantastic players to love.
But, there’s a catch…
You’ve got to deal with both Hibs and Hearts fans pretending they “don’t care” about the local rivalry every time they play you, being excluded when people talk about Edinburgh derbies despite Pilton being very much Edinburgh (can the same be said of Currie…?).
Livingston
Where do they play?
Livingston call Almondvale their regular home, sharing the ground with the men’s side. Livingston is a winding maze of roads and roundabouts so map apps sometimes have a lot of difficulty pinning down routes. To get to the stadium from Livingston North station (the nearest train station) it is a fairly straight 30 minute walk along Alderstone Road, or, a 10 minute walk to Lady Place to catch the 72 bus which will take you right to the stop at the stadium.
Livingston men’s season ticket holders get access to all Sunday home games that the women’s team will play, season tickets for the women’s team are available on fanbase (alongside all their tickets).
What’s the vibe?
Livingston took over the running of Blackburn United four years ago and have been focused on being a community club first, while pushing up the leagues. They’ve maintained strong links with the club to provide a pathway for players in the Livinsgton area to reach the SWPL. But, it’s not all community work and good vibes. Livinsgton reached SWPL 2 in their second year of existence, a feat made even more impressive when you take into account the pandemic cancelling the previous season.
In their first season of SWPL 2 action they came third, just two points behind Kilmarnock, making them one of the favourites to go up this season. A strong core of players well known to fans of Edinburgh clubs, mixed with some exciting young talents, make them a very interesting side to look out for.
But, there’s a catch…
Let’s be real, they’ll never be the most famous “Lionesses”.
Boroughmuir Thistle
Where do they play?
Boroughmuir Thistle join Hibernian at Meadowbank, follow the directions above to get there. Season tickets are available from the club, you can find the details of that here.
What’s the vibe?
Is being active in the community important to you, but you’re not interested in all that fancy top division stuff? Well then, Scotland’s self-proclaimed “largest women’s and girls’ football club” is the place for you!
An independent women’s club who are focused on developing young players for the future and providing a space for women in their community to play and enjoy football - it is a really wholesome vibe. They have been close to a return to SWPL 1 for the first time since 2010 over the last few seasons, however, have just missed that last little bit to reach promotion. Your support could be the edge they need to get over the line!
But, there’s a catch…
“No, not Partick Thistle, the other Thistle… no, the other, other, one…”
North East & Angus
Despite being a huge area there are only four SWPL teams in the North East and Angus, and if we really push the definition of the Firth of Tay they are all on the coast. Well known for it’s brutally cold North Sea winds bringing an added swirly element to the football, these four clubs may be last on our list but they certainly aren’t least.
Aberdeen
Where do they play?
Aberdeen’s home matches are hosted at Balmoral Stadium just down the coast in Cove. It’s a 3.5 mile walk from the city centre, ideal if you’re really trying to up your step count but if not it is accessible by a 10 minute car journey with street parking available nearby. On public transport you’re looking for the 3 or 3A Thistle Line buses which will take you from Guild St (stop M1) to Souter Head Road which is a short walk to the ground.
What’s the vibe?
Aberdeen’s vibe was of an extremely young side making waves in the North East, filled with talent from the surrounding areas that had made big splashes across the SWPL despite being just teenagers. Until this summer… Now they are a side that are looking to smash expectations, to defy the label of ‘also ran’ and cut it with the best, all while still being a young team filled with local talent.
To do that they have hired Champions League winning manager Colin Bell, brought a couple of more experienced Aberdonians back to the squad, and released a kit inspired by those that defied the ban on women’s football. It has been a summer of a lot of change, a summer that will likely define where the club goes in the future. An exciting ride to get on now before it’s too late.
But, there’s a catch…
Granite, the sky, the water, it is all so grey. It’s a tad depressing.
Montrose
Where do they play?
Montrose are another of the fine institutions in the SWPL that ground share with their men’s team (Arsenal eat your heart out) playing at Links Park. The stadium is a 15 minute walk from the centre of town with the nearest train station being Montrose (which is in the centre of town, conveniently).
Season tickets can be found here, on an early bird deal until the first of August they are priced at £90 for adults and £60 for concessions. Under 16s go free when accompanied by a paying adult as well! From August 1st they will go to their usual price of £105 for adults and £75 for concessions.
What’s the vibe?
As is always very important in picking a football club, the nearby chippies are excellent. We all know that the East coast is where the best fish and chips are and Montrose very much has that going for it. There’s also a fantastic beach where you can see seals. If that’s not convinced you, they’re even good at the whole football thing.
Manager Craig Feroz has built a side that work hard and aren’t afraid to give expectations the bird. They earned back to back promotions from the Championship to SWPL 1 just seven years after their formation and aren’t stopping there. They also boast the 2023/24 How’s Your Touch ‘Vibes Player of the Season’ in midfield with Jade McLaren picking up the award for her sheer audaciousness in the centre of the park. Beautiful scenery, good food, and exciting football? We’re sold.
But, there’s a catch…
Dundee United
Where do they play?
Dundee United play their home games literally across the road from the men’s ground at Foundation Park, it’s a 25 minute walk from Dundee city centre or a 10 minute bus from Albert Square to Strathmore St on the 18.
What’s the vibe?
Dundee United announced this summer that further investment had been given with the signings of Abbie Cusack and Summer Christie marking their first foray into part-time contracts. The club hired ambitious manager Suzy Shepherd midway through last season and have been increasing their commitment to the women’s side ever since.
Currently they are part of a group of sides between last season’s 6th and 11th that really could go either way this season. If they are, once again, in a relegation battle, they have shown that they have what it takes to fight their way out despite being one of the youngest sides in the division. If they can regain the vibes of a few seasons ago when former player Danni Findlay scored and assisted her way into our team of the season, they could be a force to be reckoned with for even the best in the league.
But, there’s a catch…
The club’s name is used in Nigerian slang to mean idiot, which is a fun fact that everyone loves to repeat at any opportunity (“I support Dundee United” being a very good opportunity).
St. Johnstone
Where do they play?
St Johnstone’s home ground is Riverside Stadium in Perth (not to be confused with the Middlesborough ground, that’d be a pretty long mistake). From Perth city centre it is a 15 minute bus ride from Mill Street to Crammond Place on the number 9, taking you within feet of the ground. There’s also the 34, 34A, and 4 buses that take you from Mill Street to Duncansby Way which is about a 10 minute walk away. It’s just over a half an hour walk from Perth city centre which you can do following the path along the river for a nice park walk.
What’s the vibe?
With a new owner comes new excitement, the promise of investment on the horizon. “I can promise that we will be working every day to make St Johnstone a club that you are proud to support” was the message from Adam Webb as he wrote to fans upon the completion of his takeover.
Do you want to support a team that are currently forming and shaping how they will look for the future? A side that are, as you read this, changing and reviewing what they are about? A clean slate, unimaginable promise, you in the stand? Sound good?
But, there’s a catch…
There is no Saint “Johnstone”, the club name is a lie (fun fact: it actually comes from the old name for Perth being Saint John’s Toun after John the Baptist, but that’s harder to make a joke from).
The SWPL season kicks off on the 11th of August, with fixtures available to view on swpl.uk so you can plan for the big day. We have more exciting content to come throughout the season. See you there!