Ahead of Bolton Wanderers Women’s opening league fixture this weekend, we are delighted to confirm the squad that will represent our women’s side in 2024/25.
Wanderers Women open up their campaign at home against Workington Town Women on Sunday afternoon (2pm kick-off), looking to kickstart their season with a positive result at the Dreams2Reality Stadium – home of Atherton Collieries.
It has been months of hard work and planning across the board since bringing the women’s team under club operations, with a number of significant moments met along the way in this incredibly exciting new era.
As part of that, the women announced their first two signings under club operations in Katie Holt and Charlotte Tyers, with Katie taking the armband as the first captain of the women’s side.
The 2024/25 fixtures were also confirmed this week, with our women's side lining up in the North West Women's Regional League for 2024/25.
As momentum continues to build and the final touches made as pre-season finishes this week, we are delighted to bring to you the squad that will take on the new campaign for Bolton Wanderers Women.
Pictured above is Bolton Wanderers Women's players, Women's manager Myles Smith and Wanderers' Chairman Sharon Brittan this week ahead of the new season.
Get to know our Women’s squad a little better below:
Chloe Ardin
With previous experience for both Rochdale and Bury, Chloe is a talented midfielder who can play in both deeper and more attacking areas.
With the flexibility to play in a number of positions in midfielder, Chloe is eager to continue her footballing journey with Wanderers as they look to start their first season under club operations in positive fashion.
Hannah Baldwin
Hannah Baldwin is a defender that can operate both at left back and in the centre of defence, and takes on the role of vice-captain in 2024/25. She started playing football at the age of five on a local boys' team and later transitioned to girls' teams.
As a founding member of Winstanley Warriors in Wigan, Hannah earned a spot at Liverpool RTC. Hannah has represented Greater Manchester at the county level for three consecutive years, competing at both regional and national levels.
Lily Barnes
A defensive midfielder from Farnworth, Lily Pearl comes from a family of lifelong Wanderers supporters.
Spending time at AFC Bolton before being joining Bolton a number of years ago, Lily Pearl also coaches football at Bolton Lads and Girls Club.
Eboni Bradshaw
Hailing from Manchester, Eboni is a forward-thinking player who operates best both as a striker and a winger.
Eboni’s footballing career so far has included spells at Bury FC Girls, Bolton Wanderers Academy, Swinton Girls, De La Salle Girls, and Jogabola Futsal Girls.
Caitlin Clarke
A Bolton Wanderers season-ticket holder and lifelong fan, Caitlin is delighted to be part of the setup of the women’s team under club operations.
Entering her fourth season associated to the club, the central defender previously played for her local boys’ team, Santos AFC, becoming captain of that side before linking up with Bolton Wanderers a few years ago.
Emily Culshaw
Emily is left-footed versatile defender and will become vital for Wanderers' women this season due to her ability to play across the back line.
Emily previously played for Ashton before joining Bolton Wanderers academy, and has progressed through to the first team squad through determination and desire - traits she displays in abundence on a football field.
Eve Ebanks
Eve is an incredibly talented goalkeeper from Preston.
She began her football journey playing for Preston North End in her younger years, as well as for Crosby and Ribbleton. She later joined Liverpool FC, where she honed her skills and developed as a player over five years. Eve now makes the move to Bolton, where she looks forward to continuing her growth.
Grace Grundy
Grace Grundy is an exciting right winger who is a tricky flair player for any opposing defender.
Before joining Bolton, she played for Tiki Taka, where she honed her skills and gained valuable experience. As a dedicated Bolton fan, Grace is excited to represent her hometown club.
Madison Hardman
Madison Hardman is currently in her fourth season with Bolton Wanderers. Before joining Bolton, she played for Rochdale Ladies and Sacred Heart, where she developed on the pitch.
Originally from Rochdale, Madison typically plays as a striker and is passionate about contributing to her team's success. She looks forward to continuing her growth as a player with Bolton after an impressive campaign for the Wanderers last season, finishing as the team’s top goal scorer.
Milla Hodson
Milla Hodson is from Atherton and has a strong background in football. Before joining Bolton, she played for Astley and Tyldesley, where she honed her skills on the field.
An energetic and dynamic winger, that position allows Milla to showcase her speed and agility while contributing to her team's attack.
Katie Holt
The captain of the side, Katie is a centre-back from Bolton and a passionate Bolton Wanderers fan who loves to defend and lead from the back.
Throughout her career she has played for several clubs, including Manchester City, Blackburn Rovers, Chorley Women, and Blackburn Community, gaining valuable experience at each level.
Maisy Mitchell
Maisy is a talented defensive midfielder from Saddleworth,
With years of experience playing for a number of clubs, including Stalybridge Celtic, Brendon Bees, Leeds United shadow squad, Tiki Taka Ladies, and Rochdale AFC, she will add competition and energy into Wanderers’ midfield.
Hannah Neasham
Hailing from the town, Hannah has played for Bolton for nearly five years now and continues that journey this season.
A right-sided player who can operate both as a right full-back and wing-back, Hannah offers flexibility and experience ahead of the new campaign.
Eleanor Seals
Another Wanderers player that is Bolton born, Eleanor is an attacking midfielder with an eye for both goals and assists.
She started her football career at Blackburn Rovers, where she developed her skills and passion for the game. Throughout her journey, Eleanor has had the opportunity to play for prestigious clubs like Manchester United and Manchester City, gaining invaluable experience and honing her talents ahead of arriving at Wanderers.
Emme Shone
Emme is a central midfielder who began her football journey at the age of six with Bolton Wanderers before moving on to play for local boys’ teams.
At nine, she was scouted for the Everton academy, where she spent seven seasons, also playing for Merseyside Futsal and Greater Manchester County. Additionally, she has also represented Bury Grammar School on an international sports tour in Dubai and Abu Dhabi, expanding her footballing experience.
Erin Smith
Erin is a central defender from Southport who has been playing football since the age of four in grassroots programs.
She began her journey with AFC Fylde at U16s before spending five years at Tiki Taka Football Academy. In January 2024, Erin made the move to Bolton Wanderers and will look to continue her development this season.
Millie Smith
Millie is a talented central midfielder who is a lifelong Bolton fan and season ticket holder. She began her footballing journey at Cherrybrook at the age of five and later joined a boys' team where she primarily played defence until U12s.
At that point, she signed with Liverpool FC before returning to a girls' team and eventually rejoining her old boys' team, where she started playing in midfield. After leaving the boys' team at U14s, she joined Bolton Girls at and also played for Ashton Town before making the step into first team football.
Laila Stanley
Laila hails from Oldham and started playing football at the age of six for Chaddy Park.
She became a goalkeeper at eight and later trained with Manchester United. After moving to Crompton, she signed with Bolton U16s and has continued to progress to her current position ahead of the new campaign.
Lacey Taylor
Lacey is a very, athletic and pacy centre forward, with an eye for a goal.
Leading the line for Bolton Wanderers Women in 2024/25, Lacey has represented her county before joining Bolton Wanderers academy, eventually progressing through to the first team squad, with the aim to add to her Wanderers' goal tally this season.
Charlotte Tyers
Charlotte began her career in the women's setup at Leicester City's Academy, where she played until U16s. She then moved north to join the Steven Gerrard Academy before representing Tranmere Rovers and Chorley.
As an exciting attacking midfielder with a keen eye for both goals and assists, Charlotte is sure to be a valuable addition to the women's side this season.
Nia Wharton
Nia Wharton is a left wingback who has been playing football for most of her life, starting at the age of five. She played for a boys' grassroots team, Woolston Rovers, for eight years before moving to Bolton Wanderers at 13.
Nia has been with Bolton for three years, and this season marks her fourth with the club. In addition to her club experience, she has also represented Cheshire School Girls for three years.
Alexsis Williams
Alexsis – more commonly known as Lexi - is from Eccles/Salford and currently plays as a right sided central defender.
Lexi is a huge Bolton fan who began her football journey at Winton Wanderers at eight, primarily playing as a centre-midfielder. After stints with Manchester Girls and returning to Winton to help them win the league, she joined Astley Tyldesley at 16. Lexi was then scouted by Bolton Wanderers, where she trialled for the U18s and hasn’t looked back.
Eva Williams
Eva Williams plays as a wingback and fullback and holds the important role of joint vice-captain for her team.
She began her career at Astley & Tyldesley before moving to Leigh Genesis, where she continued to develop her skills. After that, she joined Bolton Wanderers, where she has been ever since.