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Hamilton Accies Women confirm New Douglas Park stay next season
The club are remaining in the South Lanarkshire town as the men's team look to Broadwood
Hamilton Accies Women have confirmed they will play their games at New Douglas Park next season.
The announcement comes amid a move by the men's team to relocated to Broadwood Stadium in Cumbernauld, which is causing a lot of controversy.
Hamilton Accies Women have split away from the men's team, and say they have done so to 'ensure the future of the women's club, independently'.
The club won last season's SWPL2, bouncing back to the top flight at the first time of asking.
Hamilton Accies Women say they're delighted to secure tenancy at the stadium, which they say 'has long been a home for women's football in the town'.
A statement issued by the club this afternoon read: 'Hamilton Accies Women are delighted to confirm a formal agreement with Hamilton Stadium Ltd which will see the team continue to play home matches at New Douglas Park for the forthcoming ScottishPower Women's Premier League 1 season.
'Following our title-winning campaign n SWPL2 and promotion to the top flight, securing a stadium that meets elite-level standards was a key priority.
'New Douglas Park has long been a home for women's football in the town, and we are pleased that it will remain so, as we prepare for an exciting season ahead.
'Since 2013, Hamilton Accies Women have operated under the Accies name and ethos, while remaining a financially independent and separately governed organisation.
'This structure has allowed us to focus solely on the growth and sustainability of women's football in Hamilton – from youth development through to elite level.'
The statement continued: 'While we had hoped to continue a collaborative approach with the wider footballing organisation in Hamilton, repeated efforts to establish strategic dialogue and shared planning have not progressed in recent seasons.
'As a result, our committee has taken the necessary steps to secure the future of the women's club independently.'
Manager Robert Watson said: 'This is more than just a pitch to us – it's home.
'We're building something special here, and our players, fans, and staff deserve the platform to keep pushing forward.
'This agreement allows us to do that and ensures top-level women's football remains in Hamilton.'
The club said: 'Our focus remains on representing the town with pride, integrity, and ambition.
'We will continue to raise funds and seek sponsorship that directly supports our players and their development.
'We welcome discussions with businesses and supporters who wish to join us on this journey.
'We look forward to competing in SWPL1 this season and continuing to represent Hamilton Academical in a positive and professional manner – on and off the pitch.'
