West Brom Women switch from white to navy kit to avoid ‘period anxiety’
A football team will be able to play ‘without anxiety’ after the decision was made to switch out white shorts for navy.
West Bromwich Albion Women will don dark blue as part of their home kit for the remainder of the 2022/23 season and beyond.
The decision to move to navy rather than keep their white shorts was taken following full consultation with the playing squad.
Wearing white clothing while on a period is an issue that has been highlighted by women across all sports.
England star Beth Mead has previously revealed that the national team ‘discussed as a team’ the concerns over playing in white.
‘It is very nice to have an all-white kit but sometimes it’s not practical when it’s the time of the month’, the forward had said.
West Brom said today that the issue of periods will be fully considered when staff are designing all future home kits.
West Brom Women captain, Hannah George, said: ‘It’s great that the club are supporting our change to navy shorts.
‘Representing the club professionally and looking smart in the kit is really important to us. This change will help us to focus on our performance without added concerns or anxiety.’
Head coach of the team, Jenny Sugarman, added: ‘It’s our job as staff to find every percentage point we can to support our players to perform at their best.
‘I’m proud the club have supported the decision to switch to navy shorts for our female players. It’s another sign of the continued integration of the women’s team across the club and recognition of a progressive and inclusive culture.’
The team, known as the Baggies, will continue their FAW National League Northern Premier Division against Brighouse Town on Sunday at Birmingham County Football Association Field, Ray Hall Lane.
Tickets are priced £5 adults and £1 concessions.
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