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BBC News
4 days ago
- Sport
- BBC News
Hamilton Accies Women plan to keep name and branding
Hamilton Academical WFC have no plans to change their name or branding, as they believe an existing agreement remains men's and the women's clubs are not legally affiliated and run financially women's side received consent to use the same name and badge as the men's side from the previous men's club board. However, earlier this month, they were contacted by the current club's board and ordered to change their name and stop using the club board, who took control of the men's club two years ago, said they had plans to start a new women's club and academy. BBC Scotland understands that no such formal application has as yet been made to the SWF, required for such a move.A source close to the women's side has told BBC Scotland that the old board of directors fully support their stance and are adamant they should not be making any source also told us that the women's club put in over £100,000 into Hamilton Academical as part of their working partnership for over a decade and the old board recognise that of this money came from the hiring of New Douglas Park, where the women's side will continue Accies WFC have had no further contact from the men's club's board of directors since that request over a name change was women's side won the SWPL 2 title last season, bouncing straight back up to the top flight after relegation in Scotland has contacted the club's current board for comment.
Yahoo
21-06-2025
- Sport
- Yahoo
Hamilton Women's team 'surprised and disappointed' after Accies owners ban side from using club's IP
Hamilton Accies Women say they are 'surprised and disappointed' after the board of directors at Hamilton Academical issued them with a demand to cease using the club's intellectual property. Lanarkshire Live Sport revealed this morming that the Accies board had sent a letter to the women's team informing them that they they intend to set up a new women's side and women's/girls academy under the Accies name, meaning the current 'Accies Women' must be rebranded. Advertisement The move comes after Accies Women opted to sever ties with the wider footballing operation, following the men's team's decision to leave New Douglas Park last month. READ MORE: Hamilton Accies part company with Jamie Barjonas as player exodus continues READ MORE: Hamilton Academical to set up new Women's team and BAN current SWPL1 side from using club's intellectual property Now SWPL2 champions 'Accies Women' have responded, insisting they will "proudly wear the Hamilton Coat of Arms that forms part of our club badge, just as we always have." A club statement read: "We are surprised and disappointed to see an attempt being made to ban Hamilton Accies Women from using the club badge — something that has been part of our identity for over a decade. Hamilton Accies Women are staying at New Douglas Park next season -Credit:SNS Group "Since 2013, we've had a long-standing and formally recognised agreement with the previous owners of Hamilton Academical FC, allowing us to use the club name and badge in perpetuity. This agreement reflects our deep-rooted commitment to representing the town of Hamilton with pride, integrity, and ambition. Advertisement "While the men's team has chosen to leave the town, we remain firmly based at New Douglas Park — continuing to invest in and represent our community. "We will proudly wear the Hamilton Coat of Arms that forms part of our club badge, just as we always have. "Our focus remains on building a strong future for girls and women's football in Hamilton, and we will not be distracted from that mission."
Daily Record
10-06-2025
- Business
- Daily Record
Hamilton's New Douglas Park opened up for pitch hire after Accies exit
The stadium owners are looking to fill the void after the Accies men's team and academy moved out The owners of New Douglas Park have announced the stadium will be available for pitch hire from the start of July - dashing any glimmer of hope Hamilton Accies fans had of the club doing a U-turn on their proposed move away from their spiritual home. Hamilton Accies announced last month that they are leaving the town for Broadwood Stadium in Cumbernauld after failing to strike a deal to purchase NDP from its current owners. The club's academy has since followed suit and the club announced this week they have found a new - as yet unamed - home within Hamilton for the Elite academy to continue. Conversely, SWPL2 champions Accies Women announced they would not be following suit and have come to an arrangement with stadium owners Hamilton Stadium Ltd to remain at New Douglas Park. League Two club Clyde are also tenants at the ground, but with two major users of the facilty now away, the stadium owners are welcoming teams to apply to use the facilities to fill the void. A statement from the owners on the Hamilton Community Stadium Facebook page read: "With Hamilton Accies Elite Youth Academy now following their first team in relocating to other training facilities, pitch hire's here at New Douglas Park will become available from the 1st of July.
Daily Record
09-06-2025
- Sport
- Daily Record
Hamilton Accies Women confirm New Douglas Park stay next season
The club are remaining in the South Lanarkshire town as the men's team look to Broadwood Hamilton Accies Women have confirmed they will play their games at New Douglas Park next season. The announcement comes amid a move by the men's team to relocated to Broadwood Stadium in Cumbernauld, which is causing a lot of controversy. Hamilton Accies Women have split away from the men's team, and say they have done so to 'ensure the future of the women's club, independently'. The club won last season's SWPL2, bouncing back to the top flight at the first time of asking. Hamilton Accies Women say they're delighted to secure tenancy at the stadium, which they say 'has long been a home for women's football in the town'. A statement issued by the club this afternoon read: 'Hamilton Accies Women are delighted to confirm a formal agreement with Hamilton Stadium Ltd which will see the team continue to play home matches at New Douglas Park for the forthcoming ScottishPower Women's Premier League 1 season. 'Following our title-winning campaign n SWPL2 and promotion to the top flight, securing a stadium that meets elite-level standards was a key priority. 'New Douglas Park has long been a home for women's football in the town, and we are pleased that it will remain so, as we prepare for an exciting season ahead. 'Since 2013, Hamilton Accies Women have operated under the Accies name and ethos, while remaining a financially independent and separately governed organisation. 'This structure has allowed us to focus solely on the growth and sustainability of women's football in Hamilton – from youth development through to elite level.' The statement continued: 'While we had hoped to continue a collaborative approach with the wider footballing organisation in Hamilton, repeated efforts to establish strategic dialogue and shared planning have not progressed in recent seasons. 'As a result, our committee has taken the necessary steps to secure the future of the women's club independently.' Manager Robert Watson said: 'This is more than just a pitch to us – it's home. 'We're building something special here, and our players, fans, and staff deserve the platform to keep pushing forward. 'This agreement allows us to do that and ensures top-level women's football remains in Hamilton.' The club said: 'Our focus remains on representing the town with pride, integrity, and ambition. 'We will continue to raise funds and seek sponsorship that directly supports our players and their development. 'We welcome discussions with businesses and supporters who wish to join us on this journey. 'We look forward to competing in SWPL1 this season and continuing to represent Hamilton Academical in a positive and professional manner – on and off the pitch.'
Scottish Sun
03-06-2025
- Entertainment
- Scottish Sun
I'm related to one of Celtic's greatest ever players – but I've left Hoops to kickstart my career at another club
Click to share on X/Twitter (Opens in new window) Click to share on Facebook (Opens in new window) IT's never easy to carry such a famous name on your back and follow in the footsteps of such an iconic figure in Scottish football. It's even more challenging when there's not one or two legends in the family, but a long list of famous faces who have been involved in the game. Sign up for the Celtic newsletter Sign up 2 Another relative of Paul McStay is an up and coming football star Credit: Alamy 2 Another branch of the family tree includes Celtic players Paul, and Willie McStay, pictured with their father Credit: Steve Welsh - The Sun Glasgow But unlike her three cousins Raymond, Willie and Paul - who all played for Celtic - Olivia McStay has left the East End of Glasgow to begin a new chapter of her career at the age of 17. Olivia is a third-generation star who is the latest to carry the family DNA in the sport. A Scotland Under-17 international, Olivia is one of our most promising stars in the women's game. But after years in the Celtic youth team, she is no longer a prospect at the club which her cousin Paul captained throughout the age levels and in the first team. Instead, she has decided to swap clubs and join Hamilton Accies after the club confirmed she has penned a pre-contract agreement with the South Lanarskshire outfit. Olivia spent last season on loan from the Hoops and has decided to make the move permanent this summer. But she could return to face her old team in the coming months after helping Accies win promotion to the top flight by clinching the SWPL 2 title. A statement from Accies read: "We are thrilled to announce the capture of Scotland U17s international defender @OliviaMcStay_ on a pre contract agreement from Celtic. "Olivia spent last season on loan from the Glasgow side & has made the move permanent for 25/26. "Welcome back Liv." Thousands of Celtic fans march to Hampden for Scottish Cup final vs Aberdeen amid heavy police presence Olivia is the daughter of Jock McStay - famous for his stint with Raith Rovers and front and centre in one of Scottish football's most notorious incidents. He was on the receiving end of Duncan Ferguson's famous headbutt at Ibrox in 1994 - one of the most infamous moments in Scottish football history. He played for nine clubs around Scotland and starred 262 times for the Kirkcaldy club. Football flows through the family veins as Willie's son - also John - is currently a coach at Celtic like his dad was, and Paul's son Chris most recently starred at Clyde alongside Peter Grant's son Ray. Beyond the three brothers, their father was a scout for the Hoops - who discovered Kieran Tierney - and their great-uncles Jimmy and Willie McStay both successive Celtic captains and Scotland internationals. They also had a cousin Francis who played for Motherwell - but that was more than a century ago. Keep up to date with ALL the latest news and transfers at the Scottish Sun football page
