26/04/2026
Featherstone Rovers Ladies produced a superb performance at Aspire with a 3pm kick-off, taking down league high-flyers Edenthorpe 3–1 in a result that sees Fev climb to 5th in the table.
From the first whistle, Fev looked sharp and composed. The team settled immediately, holding their shape brilliantly and communicating with real confidence. It was clear that the hard work on the training ground had paid off, as they moved the ball with purpose and intent.
The opening goal was a perfect example of that cohesion—“triangle city” in full flow. Central midfielder Lindsay Bradshaw started the move, feeding winger Ellie Garside, who returned it neatly before Bradshaw threaded a perfectly weighted pass through to striker Katie Birkenhead. With composure, Katie slotted home to make it 1–0.
Fev didn’t let up. Their dominance in both attack and defence continued, and it wasn’t long before they doubled the lead. Ellie Garside was again involved, finding Katie Birkenhead in space, and the striker made no mistake in firing home her second of the afternoon.
The third goal brought a moment of magic from the back. Defender Jade Spencer channelled her inner Lucy Bronze with a driving run forward, slicing through the opposition before delivering a pinpoint ball into Katie Birkenhead, who coolly completed her first-half hat-trick ⚽️⚽️⚽️ to give Fev a commanding 3–0 lead at the break.
Edenthorpe came out fighting in the second half and managed to pull one back after a long-range effort somehow found its way through the Fev goalkeeper in what can only be described as a “blink and you’ll still see it” slow-motion moment. Despite this, Fev remained resilient, continuing to battle hard and play some excellent football to see out the game and secure all three points.
Every single player gave absolutely everything, showing determination, teamwork, and quality throughout.
Awards:
Turd of the Turf 🏆 (with love!) Claire O’Keefe takes this one after being caught having a brief mid-match nap as Edenthorpe launched what can only be described as a hopeful punt at goal… which somehow trickled through arms, legs, and possibly another dimension. The team’s instant reaction said it all—award secured before the ball even crossed the line.
Players’ Player of the Match 👏 Shared between captain Lindsay Bradshaw and central defender Becky Wark. Lindsay led by example, putting in an incredible shift both going forward and tracking back—her work rate was relentless, and she was at the heart of everything. Becky Wark was rock solid at the back, reading the game superbly, making crucial tackles, and keeping the defence organised throughout.
Coaches & Ref’s Player of the Game ⭐ Hat-trick hero Katie Birkenhead takes the honours after a clinical display in front of goal. Her movement, composure, and finishing were top class, proving a constant threat to the Edenthorpe defence all game.
Fev now head into a well-earned week off before returning to action against Garforth on 10th May.
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