Money, family and sexism - why the number of women coaches is dropping
Despite recent on-pitch successes and increased media exposure for women's sport in the UK, major barriers remain - particularly in coaching.
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"Female coaches must work twice as hard as a man to be respected and credible."
— Emily Handyside , Executive
"The cost to do B and A licences, and the salaries or opportunities you will get from that investment, it does not quite marry up."
— Fara Williams , Athlete
Key People
Amy Merricks is the manager of Birmingham City.
Head of Britain's professional sports coach association and former Wales netball coach.
Ex-England international footballer and commentator on women's football coaching.
Head coach of Crystal Palace, optimistic about the team's prospects.
Manager of Charlton Athletic in the Women's Super League.
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Despite recent on-pitch successes and increased media exposure for women's sport in the UK, major barriers remain - particularly in coaching.
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