Lizzy Ashcroft Explained

Lizzy Ashcroft was an English footballer.^[1]

Early life

Ashcroft was a native of Parr, St Helens.^[2]

Career

Ashcroft 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

Ashcroft mainly operated as a full-back.^[5]

Notes and References

1. Web site: Films celebrating Lancashire ladies' football star and Lytham Hall history given Blackpool premiere. blackpoolgazette.co.uk.
2. Web site: LIZZY ASHCROFT: LEGEND OF WOMEN'S FOOTBALL. playingpasts.co.uk.
3. Web site: Lizzy Ashcroft: Preston's hidden footballing heroine honoured in new film after family discover suitcases of forgotten memorabilia. Lancashire Telegraph.
4. Web site: A look back to when St Helens Ladies beat Dick Kerr Ladies 5-1. sthelensstar.co.uk.
5. Web site: St Helens' Lizzy Ashcroft has a place women's football history. sthelensstar.co.uk.