Cardiff Met director apologises for women's demotion
Cardiff Met's director of football, Chris Baker, has taken full responsibility after the women's side lost their place in Welsh football's top flight.The Archers are winless in the Adran Premier this season with just two rounds to go. Their demotion was sealed in a 2-1 defeat at fellow strugglers Aberystwyth Town, with former Met player Gwen Jones scoring the winning goal.Baker released a statement on the club's social media, saying the "season has not met our expectations and I take full responsibility for this outcome".After recognising the efforts of the backroom staff and the players during a "challenging season", he said the club is "fully committed" to returning as a top-tier team in Wales.
Prior to its decline, the university team had enjoyed success over the past decade, including league titles and representation in Europe."My focus now turns to [re]building an environment that upholds the values and standards necessary to represent this prestigious football club," Baker added.Met will finish their season with a double header against Barry Town before taking their place in the BUCS Premier and Adran South next term.The Welsh capital's other side, Cardiff City, wrapped up a third successive Adran Premier title last weekend with their 3-1 win over The New Saints.They will lift the trophy after their final game against Briton Ferry Llansawel at Cardiff City Stadium on Sunday, 13 April.
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