PFA Scotland is thrilled to announce the appointment of Jane Ross as the new Youth & Women’s Football Development Officer. In this role, Jane will focus on engaging female members of the union, championing the growth of women’s football, and supporting the next generation of players across Scotland.
Jane Ross, one of Scotland’s most celebrated footballers, retired from professional football earlier in May after a remarkable 19-year career. With 151 caps and 62 goals for the Scotland women’s national team, Jane ranks as the second-highest goal scorer and fourth-most capped player in the nation’s history. Her international career, spanning from her debut in 2009, included unforgettable moments and a legacy as a trailblazer for women’s football.
At the club level, Jane’s journey began at Paisley Saint Ladies before she joined Glasgow City in 2006, where she scored over 100 goals and won 12 trophies, including six league titles, three Scottish Cups, and three League Cups. Jane’s career took her to Vittsjo GIK in Sweden, followed by stints at top English clubs Manchester City, West Ham United, Manchester United, and latterly Rangers, where she won multiple domestic honours and was a PFA Scotland club representative for the squad.
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Jane, who has undoubtedly been a role model for female footballers in Scotland, brings extensive experience to PFA Scotland’s support services. In her role as Youth & Women’s Football Development Officer, Jane will focus on education, training, employability, and wellbeing for youth and female players. The role will feature regular visits to SWPL clubs and SPFL academies to connect with players and staff, ensuring they get the support they need to succeed.
“It’s great to get started and be a part of the PFA Scotland team” said Jane. “I’ve experienced first hand the benefits of being a PFA Scotland member and am hoping I can use my own personal experiences in the role, to best help support our Youth and Women’s members. It’s an exciting time for Women’s football in Scotland and I’m looking forward to getting started with the role and connecting with our members.”
Fraser Wishart, PFA Scotland’s Chief Executive, said “It’s fantastic to have Jane on board. Her incredible wealth of experience in the women’s game will be a huge asset in this role and we are all really excited to see how she can develop this area of the union.”
You can get in touch with Jane on jane@pfascotland.co.uk or on mobile at 07935 714696.
