12 - Natalie Warman - Winger
How did you first become interested in football and when did you start playing?
I started playing football from a young age, every Tuesday going to a coaching session with my friends from primary school. I remember going to gymnastics when I was younger but football was always the one I enjoyed most and then it stuck. I haven’t stopped playing and I have loved football more and more each year 🙌🏻
What was your first team?
South Brent Boys Under 10s
Who was your sporting hero growing up?
I have a male and female sporting hero, they are:
Male- Steven Gerrard
Female- Lucy Bronze
Male- Steven Gerrard
Female- Lucy Bronze
What positions have you played?
Striker, Left/Right wing, Full back, midfield. Would preferably avoid being in goal 😂
Which teams have you played for?
South Brent boys, Ashmoor U11-Ladies, Devon FA under 17’s, Torquay United Women, Buckland Women
What’s been your footballing highlight so far?
Over the years I have had some amazing memories and highlights but two always stand out to me.
1. Doing the treble season with Buckland in 2017/2018- going unbeaten in the league, winning the Devon & League cup 🙌🏻
2. Playing against Watford Ladies in the FA cup 2 years ago. Although I came off with a broken nose 🙄🤦🏼♀️ and we only had 1 sub, the performance everyone put in was incredible and I couldn’t have been prouder of the girls that day 🙌🏻💛
1. Doing the treble season with Buckland in 2017/2018- going unbeaten in the league, winning the Devon & League cup 🙌🏻
2. Playing against Watford Ladies in the FA cup 2 years ago. Although I came off with a broken nose 🙄🤦🏼♀️ and we only had 1 sub, the performance everyone put in was incredible and I couldn’t have been prouder of the girls that day 🙌🏻💛
What are your hopes for the new season?
To give my all throughout the season, enjoy football and get some silverware and finish well in the league!
What are your long-term goals in football?
To play the highest level of football I can whilst enjoying the game. Also believing in myself more and not get frustrated when I make a mistake.
What advice would you give to young girls who want to play football?
Don’t let people's comments get you down, keep going and enjoy your football. Love playing the game and enjoy the moments 👏🏻🙌🏻
From players you’ve played with or against - what’s your dream 5 aside team? (4 plus you)
Goalkeeper- Abbi Bond - Buckland Athletic
Defender- Gabi Trays - Buckland Athletic
Midfield- Kirsty Caunter - Buckland Athletic
Midfield- Natalie Warman
Striker- Sarah Stacey - Buckland Athletic
Defender- Gabi Trays - Buckland Athletic
Midfield- Kirsty Caunter - Buckland Athletic
Midfield- Natalie Warman
Striker- Sarah Stacey - Buckland Athletic
