Lizzy Ashcroft was an English footballer.[1]
Early life
editAshcroft was a native of Parr, St Helens.[2]
Career
editAshcroft has been regarded as one of the preeminent pre-World War Two women's footballers and an important part of the Dick, Kerr Ladies side which transformed the sport.[3] In total, Ashcroft spent fifteen years playing St Helens Ladies FC and the legendary Dick Kerr Ladies.[4]
Style of play
editAshcroft mainly operated as a full-back.[5]
References
edit- ^ "Films celebrating Lancashire ladies' football star and Lytham Hall history given Blackpool premiere". blackpoolgazette.co.uk.
- ^ "LIZZY ASHCROFT: LEGEND OF WOMEN'S FOOTBALL". playingpasts.co.uk.
- ^ "Lizzy Ashcroft: Preston's hidden footballing heroine honoured in new film after family discover suitcases of forgotten memorabilia". Lancashire Telegraph.
- ^ "A look back to when St Helens Ladies beat Dick Kerr Ladies 5-1". sthelensstar.co.uk.
- ^ "St Helens' Lizzy Ashcroft has a place women's football history". sthelensstar.co.uk.
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