Wellington Phoenix Women General Discussion and Squad Speculation

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It's becoming clear what positions we need to target for our final 3 roster spots. Would love to see Hassett return instead of getting a reserve LB as VDM is more than capable of covering there should we need it.

- Goal Keeper
- Number 9
- Left Back / Holding Midfielder (Hassett)
 
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Good Shout.
As for final 3 spots.
Hoping for Longo. As could do with her leadership qualities in this team. Hassett I'd say is in need of a break, after back to back to back seasons here and Iceland.
Striker. I think Kelli Brown would be a good option. Is banging in the goals right now, But is also a tall player and has shown good skills holding up the ball and distributing at NPL level. Which would complement the speedy forwards we have already signed. 
Goalkeeper.  Still think this could well be a visa signing. Someone good in the air. We conceded a lot last year from set piece and crosses. Would be tough on Edwards, but she is still very young and at the very least needs competition to keep her striving to get better.


Maybe we are going to play 3-5-2

Speckmaier - Main
Foster - Wis- Breslin- Knott- Davidson 
VDM-Taylor-Barry
Alfeld?

Or Longo for Knott.

August 28, 2023 22:48
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Kelli Brown is already with lower level Bulls right? If she was coming Wellyward would have signed by now right?
August 28, 2023 23:11
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Kelli Brown is already with lower level Bulls right? If she was coming Wellyward would have signed by now right?
There is no ALW Bulls team though. Alot of her team mates play for WSW. But they just signed Milly Clegg. So probably unlikely they also sign Brown. But I'm sure Brown will have plenty of A league clubs making enquires after all the goals she's been banging in 
August 28, 2023 23:16 · Edited August 28, 2023 23:17
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Kelli Brown is already with lower level Bulls right? If she was coming Wellyward would have signed by now right?
Kelli is with the Macarthur Rams, they’re an amateur team that aren’t related to the MacArthur Bulls.
August 29, 2023 09:50
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If I was signing a striker it would be Brown well ahead of Clegg.
Clegg may well eventually be a better striker but years away still.
August 29, 2023 10:30
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More interested in watching the Women's team this coming season than the Men's for the first time. The men's team has a feel of 'meh' about it...
August 29, 2023 15:18
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More interested in watching the Women's team this coming season than the Men's for the first time. The men's team has a feel of 'meh' about it...


To be honest I'm more excited to see what the women's team does this year too.

Some really promising signings.

Would be funny as shark if they won he league this year after the rough last couple of years.
August 29, 2023 19:38
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I'm pretty damn excited for both. The Wahinix are set to have their best season to date and while the men may struggle, watching our academy products develop is exciting in and of itself.
August 31, 2023 08:36 · Edited August 31, 2023 09:14
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I'm pretty damn excited for both. The Wahinix are set to have their best season to date and while the men may struggle, watching our academy products develop is exciting in and of itself.

Very fair.  I'm always excited for the Nix season to start but this Women's team has me buzzing more.
August 31, 2023 21:13
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Trina Davis appears to be back at home and there's still no word on the outcome of her trial. Any insider knowledge on that one?
September 03, 2023 12:56
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Anyone know why the club has removed all mentions of Macey Fraser's signing on their Instagram page? Noticed that it is still up on Facebook so I might be reading into something which isn't anything.
September 04, 2023 08:58
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Anyone know why the club has removed all mentions of Macey Fraser's signing on their Instagram page? Noticed that it is still up on Facebook so I might be reading into something which isn't anything.

They haven’t 
September 04, 2023 09:48
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Phone must have been glitching out with the pinned posts, whew haha
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Anyone know why the club has removed all mentions of Macey Fraser's signing on their Instagram page? Noticed that it is still up on Facebook so I might be reading into something which isn't anything.

They haven’t 
September 04, 2023 10:51
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September 05, 2023 12:00
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Big loss. This would have been known for quite some time so stand by for an imminent import stopper announcement.
September 05, 2023 13:23
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September 05, 2023 13:58
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September 05, 2023 18:46
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She's also following NZCIS and the aleague on Instagram. Looks to be packing as well. 

I assume she will be first choice right? I was hoping to see Bri get another season.
September 05, 2023 19:59
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She’s 5’10 so will add some much needed comfort from the set piece.
Bri looking like a backup.
September 05, 2023 20:06
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Coming back after a serious car accident/injuries. So will no doubt need to prove herself first. But will also have huge desire to perform and get her career back on track. But that's what we need two GK's keen to prove themselves.
September 05, 2023 20:37
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She has had long term injury issues coming from a life-threatening car crash (broke her neck). Not sure if she has played any footy for Liverpool since but I understand she didn't train for many months. Then was released because they didn't think she could play at that level. 

Hopefully the club can help her recovery and get her on the pitch for us and put her career back together again. But it does mean that it's not a guarantee Bri will be sitting on the pine all season. 
September 05, 2023 20:46
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September 06, 2023 17:03
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Thats an interesting recuitment… 
September 06, 2023 17:11
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I'm liking the look of the squad now!
Thought Brown would be picked up in Oz,so it's great to see her at the Nix.
September 06, 2023 17:12
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Wooooooo! 
This women’s squad is getting exciting huh? 
September 06, 2023 17:25
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Party at Kelli Browns!!
September 06, 2023 17:58
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Bugga, I guess that is Wilkinson off the market.
September 08, 2023 14:16
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Bugga, I guess that is Wilkinson off the market.
Wilkinson or Bowen. But more likely Wilkinson. I think MC is a good fit for her.
September 08, 2023 14:43
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Rylee Foster arriving in Wellington on Sunday with a view to sign if all goes well. 
  A very experienced player at a high level and would be a great mentor to Brianna. Terrible accident she had a couple of years ago, hopefully she can restart her career again 
September 08, 2023 18:35
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Rylee Foster arriving in Wellington on Sunday with a view to sign if all goes well. 
  A very experienced player at a high level and would be a great mentor to Brianna. Terrible accident she had a couple of years ago, hopefully she can restart her career again 
It would be a very cool story if it works out well.
Temple also said this about the last few signings.
Temple said he was targeting two more signings; an import goalkeeper and an “x-factor” player from either New Zealand or Australia, to complete the squad.

X-factor player....Yes please.

Also regarding build-up. Good stuff.
Temple said the Phoenix had arranged two friendly hit-outs against Central Coast Mariners and Newcastle Jets in Australia in order to better prepare the team for the upcoming campaign.
September 08, 2023 19:09
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September 08, 2023 23:00
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Done a bit of digging, reckon she's on flight QR010 from London to Doha, then QR920 to Auckland. Lands at 2:45 in the morning NZ time.
September 09, 2023 00:15
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6 games going to Porirua Park, (announced by nix players at wests junior tournament today)
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6 games going to Porirua Park, (announced by nix players at wests junior tournament today)
how many does that leave that are tbc?
September 10, 2023 20:49
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6 games going to Porirua Park, (announced by nix players at wests junior tournament today)
how many does that leave that are tbc?

8 games are TBC atm. Western, Glory, Victory, CCM, Canberra, Adelaide, Sydney & WSW.

The Glory game is the same day as a TBC ALM fixture, so that will be Auckland you would expect. Sydney is 17th March & the ALM side has a TBC game on the 16th March. So that is probably the other one.
September 10, 2023 20:57 · Edited September 10, 2023 20:59
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Done a bit of digging, reckon she's on flight QR010 from London to Doha, then QR920 to Auckland. Lands at 2:45 in the morning NZ time.
 Economy Class - lol
September 11, 2023 09:45
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Done a bit of digging, reckon she's on flight QR010 from London to Doha, then QR920 to Auckland. Lands at 2:45 in the morning NZ time.
 Qatar fly to Edinburgh from Doha so given two boarding passes visible, my detective work suggests EDI-DOH-AKL.  In any event good test for her injuries and wether she can tolerate crossing the Tasman in an airplane seat every two weeks.
September 11, 2023 12:46
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What is Candy and Vosper and Rolston up to? I have seen Pritchard and Lancaster playing state league. But what about those 3 players? 
And has Alfeld had he surgery? Or is it still to be done. 
I kinda assume that we will have Longo join us soon. Seems like a good fit for everyone- maybe we are waiting to see how her fitness and knee is on the Ferns tour? 
September 11, 2023 19:36
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