Meet The Team
Bekki Orlando
Co-Founder
Created in 2021, Footbellas was centred around a vision and commitment to make football more accessible in schools for girls, regardless of their ability, within a fun and pressure free environment.
3 years on and our ethos and brand speaks for itself - the platform we have created has empowered girls in our community to have the confidence and self-esteem to start playing football from a young age.
This year, we are delighted to embark on a new era of excellence with our Development Centre. A vision that is created and centred around girls dedicated to advancing their football performance.
Rachel Payton
Co-Founder
Over the last three years, Bekki and I have had the privilege of being part of an incredible movement in girls football. Girls' passion for football and accessibility to play from a young age has grown phenomenally and we are proud of the positive impact Footbellas has had on girls in our local community.
With our continuing commitment to provide enriching environments for girls to thrive in, we are proud to launch our latest initiative - Footbellas Development Centre. A new chapter to empower, advance and accelerate young female athletes is at the core of our commitment. Ensuring a safe, professional and encouraging environment for each girl to succeed.
Keira Smith
Coach
Keira started playing football when she was 9 years old. Her favourite position is left-back and she enjoyed 6 years at Walton & Hersham United FC.
She holds A levels in psychology, double sport and exercise science and she’s currently studying sports rehabilitation at St Mary’s University College.
Keira has been part of our coaching team for two years; coaching at our after-school clubs and holiday camps.
Eve Furlong
Eve’s love of football started at a young age.
Eve is currently studying A Level P.E. at Heathside Weybridge and she has a qualification in refereeing.
Eve has coached at Walton & Hersham United FC and has been part of our Footbellas coaching team for 3 years; coaching at our after-school clubs and holiday camps.
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