St Johns York Ladies football team have made college history with their success in a national competition.

St Johns York Ladies football team. Back row (left to right) Kirst Lundie, Joanne Gibson, Lisa Black, Catherine Colton, Sarah Armstrong, Laura Menzies, Danielle Baker (captain), Catherine Redfern. Front: Jenny Hollick, Madeline Wobble, Tracey Renwick, Sarah Aubery, Sarah Clarkson, Nic Wheelan.

The team were the first ever from the college to reach the last four of the British Universities Plate, and also finished runners-up in the Northern Universities League.

They defeated Trinity and All Saints College in the quarter-finals of the Plate before going out 3-1 to Nottingham University in a tightly contested semi-final.

Their league campaign was also a great success, losing out on the title to Teesside by just one point.

To celebrate in style the club, which this season has had a record number of members, social events and accolades, travelled to the Isle of Man for their annual tour where they took part in a four-day festival attended by thousands of students.

They are seeking sponsorship for next season when they are confident of building on their achievements. Anybody who can help should contact Sarah Armstrong on York 636936

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