Burnley Women’s new manager has been announced as Jackie Bachteler, as they get ready for life in BWSL 2.
Ross Wallace will remain at the club as Assistant Manager following his success last season, working alongside First Team Coach Ashley Vickers and Goalkeeping Coach Jordan Booth.
On her appointment, Bachteler said: “I’m really happy to be here.
“I want to be part of the community here. Being at the final game of last season (against Stoke City) and seeing more than 1,000 people there was great.
“I look forward to growing that fanbase together, with the supporters showing their excitement towards this project.
“They’re going to see an organised team that’s very physical, very positive, and forward thinking in trying to create opportunities for players within the women’s game.”
Bachteler enjoyed a four-year professional playing career as a midfielder and boasts international coaching experience with roles in the United States, Finland, Spain, Cyprus, Costa Rica, and Sweden.
In 2012 she moved to Sweden to play and coach in the Damallsvenskan, for various clubs. Her last role there was as the Sporting Director for BP Fotboll in Stockholm, overseeing the player and coach development for BP’s girls side and the Girls Academy.
She joined San Diego Waves as an Assistant Coach, with the Waves going on to win the 2023 NWSL Shield with a final day victory over Racing Louisville FC and started 2024 by winning the NWSL Challenge Cup.
Bachteler will also continue her role as a scout for US Women’s National Team.
Director of Football Development Paul Jenkins added: “I’m delighted to be able to welcome Jackie into our Women’s coaching set-up.
“I’m confident that Jackie’s footballing experience will suit her in this new role, and it’s already clear that her values and beliefs align with what we’re trying to achieve.
“With Ross and the rest of the existing staff team working together, I’m looking forward to watching what will be a historic debut season in BWSL2.”
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