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20 May 2013

Manager Reaction: Arsenal

Following Bristol Academy’s 4 – 2 defeat away to Arsenal Ladies in the FA WSL Continental Cup, bristolacademywfc.co.uk caught up with Manager Mark Sampson after the game on his thoughts.

19 May 2013

May 19 Arsenal Ladies 4 Bristol Academy Women 2

A young Bristol Academy lost 4 - 2 away from home against FA WSL Continental Cup holders Arsenal Ladies at Meadow Park this afternoon.

17 May 2013

Bristol Academy 2-0 Chelsea

Boss Mark Sampson spoke of his delight after an impressive display from Bristol Academy secured the victory over Chelsea which took the Vixens to the top of the FA Women’s Super League.

16 May 2013

Manager's Preview - Chelsea

This evening Bristol Academy host league leaders Chelsea at the Stoke Gifford Stadium. We spoke to Mark Sampson ahead of the game to get his views.

10 May 2013

FA WOMEN'S CUP FINAL TICKET NEWS

On Wednesday, the town of Doncaster welcomed FA Women’s Cup Finalists to the Keepmoat Stadium ahead of the prestigious FA Women’s Cup Final taking place on Sunday 26th May (KO 3pm).

10 May 2013

Vixens go joint top

The Vixens go joint top with leaders Liverpool after a 3 - 1 home win against Doncaster Rovers Belles.

8 May 2013

The Vixens WSL Experience FREE

On May 16th and June 8th, ahead of our WSL games, we're offering our junior fans aged 6-16 the opportunity to experience a WSL environment, including a coached session which has been planned by Mark Sampson and delivered by one of our BAWFC coaches.

3 May 2013

FREE ENTRY to BAWFC v Lincoln

The Vixens are offering FREE ENTRY to all spectators to Sunday's Continental Cup Match against Lincoln Ladies at the Stoke Gifford Stadium, KO 5pm.

2 May 2013

Manager's Preview

Ahead of tonights game against Birmingham City Ladies, we spoke to Mark Sampson on his thoughts ahead of the game.

1 May 2013

Centre of Excellence Trials

FA Women’s Super league side Bristol Academy will be holding their Girls Centre of Excellence trials this coming June for the new 2013-14 season.

28 April 2013

Vixens confirm place in the Final

Bristol Academy are through to the FA Women's Cup Final after a 2 - 0 victory against Lincoln Ladies at Ashton Gate.

27 April 2013

Manager Preview - Lincoln

Bristol Academy manager Mark Sampson took time out to speak to www.bristolacademywfc.co.uk ahead of tomorrows FA Women's Cup Semi Final against Lincoln Ladies at Ashton Gate.

25 April 2013

Summer Football is here

BAWFC have teamed up with Goals Bristol North to offer local women the chance to play and watch summer football.

25 April 2013

FANZONE ahead of Birmingham Game

Continental Tyres are offering U17’s a FREE FANZONE and Coaches an opportunity to try out the Conti-Warm up ahead of our WSL Continental Cup tie against Birmingham on Thursday, with FREE match entry for participants.

24 April 2013

Vixens in the Community

Bristol Academy super striker Ann-Marie Heatherson has been busy inspiring young girls to take up the beautiful game by holding coaching sessions in the community.

19 April 2013

Manager Reaction

After Thursday nights thriller at the Stoke Gifford Stadium against Everton Ladies, bristolacademywfc.co.uk caught up with Mark Sampson on his views of the 4 - 3 Victory.

19 April 2013

Bristol Academy 4 - 3 Everton

Mark Sampson believes his side are showing the steel they need for a successful season after opening their FA WSL campaign with a thrilling victory.

18 April 2013

FA WSL: Managers Everton Preview

Vixens Manager Mark Sampson spoke to bristolacademywfc.co.uk ahead of tonight's first home FA WSL game against Everton Ladies at the Stoke Gifford Stadium.

17 April 2013

Youngsters make step up

Bristol Academy WFC are delighted to confirm that five current SGS College Academy players have been added to the clubs FA WSL squad for the coming season.

16 April 2013

Ruth Parsons Supporters Club Story

With the rain pouring down and no end of winter in sight I started looking forward to another summer season at the Stoke Gifford Stadium backing the mighty Vixens.

16 April 2013

The Vixens - Supporters Club

Bristol Academy WFC is excited to reveal the launch of ‘The Vixens: The Official Bristol Academy WFC Supporters Club.’

15 April 2013

Ashton Gate to host Semi Final

Ashton Gate will play host the FA Women’s Cup semi-final between Bristol Academy and Lincoln Ladies on Sunday, April 28th (kick-off 2pm).

15 April 2013

Spanish duo make their mark

Mark Sampson praised Bristol Academy’s new-look Spanish strike partnership as Natalia Sanchon and Laura Del Rio fired the Vixens into the Women’s FA Cup semi-finals for the third season in a row.

13 April 2013

Managers Preview

We caught up with Vixens Manager Mark Sampson ahead of the return to the Stoke Gifford Stadium for the FA Women's Cup 6th Round against Everton Ladies.

10 April 2013

Wanted: Bristol City Fans

Support Bristol City FC? Want to be a player mascot? Aged between 6-12? Then this week’s competition will be right up your street.

8 April 2013

Reserves hunt for the treble

The reserves entertained top of the table Charlton Athletic on Sunday afternoon with the Vixens claiming the spoils.

5 April 2013

YOUNG VIXENS HEAD FOR EUROPE

Bristol Academy WFC is pleased to announce that two Centre of Excellence players have been selected to represent England at U17’s and U15’s.

3 April 2013

Vixens at Ashton Gate

On a cold April the 1st, BAWFC senior and junior Vixens were invited to Ashton Gate to publicly announce the strategic partnership between the club and Bristol City FC.

2 April 2013

Vixens vs Birmingham LIVE on ESPN

ESPN confirms three more live football matches, including Continental Cup and FA WSL action.

2 April 2013

FA Women's Cup Semi-Final Draw

The draw for The FA Women's Cup Semi-Finals has been made.

29 March 2013

Vixens capture new Associates

Bristol Academy WFC can today confirm that they have secured further financial backing for the 2013 season from FE Associates, a major supplier of interim management in the Further Education sector.

28 March 2013

Girl's Fun Futsal Festival

BAWFC players were invited by the Gloucestershire FA to attend their Girl’s Fun Futsal Festival today at City Academy Bristol.

27 March 2013

Vixens announce City Partnership

Bristol Academy WFC have announced a major new partnership deal with Bristol City Football Club, geared at strengthening the club’s Women’s Super League ambitions.

26 March 2013

BAWFC's UNIVERSITY CHALLENGE

Is your Women’s Football team ready for our University Challenge?

23 March 2013

GAME OFF

Today's game against Lincoln Ladies is OFF due to a waterlogged pitch.

21 March 2013

Manager Preview: Lincoln Ladies

Ahead of the first home game at the Stoke Gifford Stadium in the FA WSL Continental Cup against Lincoln Ladies we spoke to Mark Sampson to see what his thoughts are on the game.

21 March 2013

Doncaster Reaction: Mark Sampson

After the Vixen's recorded their first win of the season against Doncaster Rovers Belles. We caught up with Manager Mark Sampson on his views of the game.

18 March 2013

WFA Cup: 6th Round Draw

Bristol Academy will face either Oxford United or Everton following the completion of their postponed tie.

18 March 2013

Vixen's into the next round

Bristol Academy started the season with a 2 - 0 victory away at Doncaster Rovers Belles thanks to goals from Corinne Yorston and Ann-Marie Heatherson.

15 March 2013

WFA Cup: Managers Preview

We caught up with Bristol Academy Manager Mark Sampson ahead of the Women's FA Cup 5th Round tie against Doncaster Rovers Belles on Sunday at the Keepmoat Stadium.

7 March 2013

Busy month ahead

With the winter season coming to an end and the summer season set to begin the month of March is set to be a busy period for the club at every level.

5 March 2013

Reserves win after penalty drama

Our reserve team qualified for the Premier League Reserve League Cup Final on Sunday with a hard fought penalty shoot-out victory over Charlton Athletic Reserves.

4 March 2013

FAWSL 2014 Application Submitted

Bristol Academy WFC have today submitted their 150 page application to the FA for consideration by an independent panel looking to establish a new WSL 1 and WSL 2 in 2014.

4 March 2013

300 goals Natalia join's Vixens

Bristol Academy Women’s Football Club is pleased to announce it has reached agreement for the transfer of Natalia Teresa Pablos Sanchon from Spanish club Rayo Vallecano.

4 March 2013

Managers Update

Finally we know who we will start our season against!

1 March 2013

Vixens in the spotlight

Wembley Stadium was a hub of activity on Tuesday afternoon as players from all eight WSL clubs gathered for a photo shoot and filming for ESPN ahead of the third WSL season.

26 February 2013

SGS College Trials

Linked to FA WSL club Bristol Academy Women’s Football club the Academy is one of only four college women’s football programmes in the UK

25 February 2013

FA Women's Cup Draw

Bristol Academy have been drawn away to Doncaster Rovers Belles in the 5th Round of the FA Women's Cup.

20 February 2013

Call Ups for Young Vixens

Following on from the recent good news of call ups for three of our senior WSL players in the England U23’s, two of our Centre of Excellence players have been selected for England training camps at St Georges Park .

18 February 2013

Vixens selected for La Manga

Three Bristol Academy players have been selected for the upcoming England Under 23's trip to La Manga

14 February 2013

Sponsorship Opportunities

Bristol Academy Women’s Football Club has today released the sponsorship and advertising prices for the 2013 season.

12 February 2013

Harries returns

Bristol Academy WFC are delighted to announce the signing of Welsh International forward Gwennan Harries.

6 February 2013

A message from Jess Fishlock

To Bristol Academy, Thank You.

5 February 2013

2013 Fixtures released

WSL fixtures for season threeThe FA confirm WSL fixtures for season three and the first live ESPN match of 2013.

5 February 2013

Jess leaves for Seattle

It was confirmed yesterday that midfield player Jess Fishlock will leave the club to join Seattle Reign to play in the newly formed NWSL.

4 February 2013

Season Tickets on Sale NOW

Bristol Academy Women’s Football Club have announced that the season tickets for the 2013 season are now on sale.

30 January 2013

Pre Season Interview: Mark Sampson

This week the Bristol Academy first team returned to training ahead of the new FA WSL season. After training we caught up with Manager Mark Sampson.

25 January 2013

COE Games OFF

Tomorrows Centre of Excellence Fixtures against Oxford have been called OFF due to the weather.

11 January 2013

5 Vixens called up to Welsh Squad

Five Bristol Academy's players have been called up to the Wales Senior squad as they face Greece on the 15th January.

9 January 2013

Under 17s to face Arsenal

This weekend Bristol Academy Under 17's face Arsenal in the 2nd Round of the Under 17 National Cup.

4 January 2013

JOB VACANCY

SGS and BAWFC are looking to appoint a full time Match Promotion and Events Manager to increase the profile of the College through internal and external events and football club through working with local football clubs and schools.

21 December 2012

Coaches In-Service

As part of our going commitment to building on our good working relationships with local grass roots clubs in England and Wales, BAWFCwill be opening its doors to engage with coaches in the community.

11 December 2012

Staniforth is a Vixen

The club are delighted to announce the signing of England U23 midfield player Lucy Staniforth. After two seasons with WSL rivals Lincoln Ladies Lucy makes the move south to become part of the Vixens 2013 FA WSL squad.

10 December 2012

Del Rio agrees new contract

Laura Del Rio has agreed terms to extend her contract with the Vixens meaning the Spanish International will again be playing her football at the Stoke Gifford Stadium next season.

28 November 2012

Curson earns first cap

Bristol Academy midfield player Ellie Curson made her Welsh senior debut on Sunday in Wales 2-0 defeat to Holland.

12 November 2012

Jess commits for 2013

Bristol Academy WFC are delighted to confirm that midfield player Jess Fishlock has agreed an extension to her contract with the club.

5 November 2012

Double Success at FA Awards

The FA Women’s Football Awards 2012 proved another successful evening for the Vixens who picked up two prestigious awards.

2 November 2012

Joy at FA Women's Awards

Bristol Academy picked up two awards at this years FA Women's Football Awards held in London.

31 October 2012

BAWFC Awards Evening

Bristol Academy will be holding their End of Season Awards Evening on Saturday 17th November.

31 October 2012

Reserves through to Quarter Final

Bristol Academy Reserves made it through to the quarter final of the Premier League Reserve Cup with a very hard earned victory away to current holders Arsenal Reserves.

24 October 2012

Season Review - Manager Part Two

Part two of Bristol Academy manager Mark Sampson's end of season review.

24 October 2012

Season Review - Manager Part One

2012 proved to be another year of progress for Bristol Academy.

11 October 2012

End of Season Feedback

Bristol Academy are looking for Fans feedback on the FA WSL 2012 season.

11 October 2012

Jess wins Player of the Year

Bristol Academy midfield player Jess Fishlock was named Football Association of Wales (FAW) Women’s Player of the Year at the FAW awards ceremony held at Cardiff Museum on Monday night.

9 October 2012

October Soccer School

Bristol Academy WFC have announced the Soccer School dates for October half term.

9 October 2012

Everton 1 Bristol Academy 0

With Birmingham Ladies effectively uncatchable in second place, Everton Ladies had little left to play for other than to send their supporters home happy in the season closer.

5 October 2012

Manager's Pre Match Preview

The Vixen’s ended their home WSL campaign with an entertaining 2-2 draw with second placed Birmingham City Ladies last time out and now they end their season with a trip to third placed Everton Ladies.

1 October 2012

Bristol Academy 2 - 2 Birmingham

Bristol Academy rounded off their home fixtures at the Stoke Gifford Stadium with a 2 – 2 draw against Birmingham City Ladies.

30 September 2012

Bristol Academy 2 - 2 Birmingham

Bristol Academy finish off the season at the Stoke Gifford Stadium with a 2 - 2 draw agaisnt Birmingham City Ladies.

27 September 2012

BAWFC U17's to play Hampsire FA

Bristol Academy Under 17's have been drawn against Hampsire FA in the FA Girls Centre of Excellence U17's Youth Cup.

25 September 2012

Post Match Reaction: Mark Sampson

After the Vixen’s suffered defeat at the hands of Chelsea Ladies on Saturday night boss Mark Sampson felt his team’s slow start to the game proved costly.

24 September 2012

Bristol Academy 0 ? 1 Chelsea

Bristol Academy suffered a 1 – 0 defeat at home against Chelsea Ladies in the FA Women’s Super League after a fifth penalty from Dani Buet.

22 September 2012

Bristol Academy 0 - 1 Chelsea

Bristol Academy lose 1 - 0 at home to Chelsea Ladies in the FA WSL after Dani Buet scored from the spot after Five minutes.

21 September 2012

Match Preview: Bristol vs Chelsea

Bristol return to FA WSL action on Saturday when they welcome Chelsea Ladies for a tea time kick off.

17 September 2012

Festival success in Cornwall

Sunday 9 September saw The FA Girls’ Football Festival supported by Continental Tyres, Sport England and UEFA come for the first time on a beach, to Perranporth Beach, Cornwall.

11 September 2012

Penalty decision cost us

Speaking after his team’s stalemate at Doncaster Rovers Belles Vixens boss Mark Sampson was left frustrated with the penalty decision his team didn’t get.

9 September 2012

Doncaster 1 - 1 Bristol Academy

Doncaster Rovers Belles manager John Buckley was pleased with hisside’s battling qualities in a 1-1 draw at home to high-flying BristolAcademy, who missed out on a chance to move up to second in the table

3 September 2012

Bristol Academy 0 - 4 Arsenal

Bristol Academy lost out a place in the final of the FA WSL Continental Cup after a 4 - 0 home defeat to Arsenal at the Stoke Gifford Stadium.

31 August 2012

Post Match Reaction: Mark Sampson

Bristol returned from Arsenal Meadow Park with a hard fought point after a 1-1 draw on Thursday night.

31 August 2012

Arsenal 1 - 1 Bristol Academy

Bristol Academy gained a hard earned point last night at Meadow Park against League leaders Arsenal Ladies.

30 August 2012

Arsenal 1 - 1 Bristol Academy

Bristol Academy gained a well earned point away to Arsenal after taking the lead through Natasha Harding.

30 August 2012

Managers Arsenal Preview

Three days after their draw at Birmingham, Bristol Academy travel to Arsenal Ladies on Thursday looking to build on another strong away performance on Monday night.

29 August 2012

Post Match Reaction

Speaking after his side’s 1-1 draw at Birmingham City Ladies Vixen’s boss Mark Sampson shared his thoughts about his team’s performance on the night

28 August 2012

Harding earns point for Vixens

Bristol Academy played Birmingham City Ladies for the second time in front of the ESPN Cameras at Stratford Town’s DCS Stadium last night.

27 August 2012

Birmingham City 1 Bristol Academy 1

Bristol Academy come away from the DCS Stadium with a point after Natasha Harding equalised for the Vixens.

24 August 2012

Preview: Birmingham City

After Saturday’s victory over Liverpool Ladies Bristol now look forward to a trip to Birmingham City Ladies on Bank Holiday Monday.

24 August 2012

ESPN search for a Star

The FA WSL (Women’s Super League) has partnered with global sports channel ESPN to find the next generation’s sports TV presenter with the launch of national competition, ‘Search For A Star’.

22 August 2012

Doncaster clash moved

Bristol Academy's away fixture against Doncaster Rovers Belles has been moved a day earlier.

21 August 2012

Post Match: Mark Sampson

Following Saturday's 1 - 0 victory over Liverpool Ladies, bristolacademywfc.co.uk caught up with Manager Mark Sampson on his views of the Vixen's performance.

20 August 2012

Del Rio earns all three points

Bristol Academy had Laura Del Rio to thank after her goal earned the Vixen’s all three points after the return to FA WSL from the Olympic break.

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