Lisa Fallon reunited with John Caulfield as Galway Utd first team coach
Lisa Fallon (right) celebrates sealing the 2017 Premier Division title with Cork City colleagues. Credit: Michael P Ryan (ETPhotos)
Galway United have announced the appointment of former London City Lionesses boss Lisa Fallon as first team head coach.
Fallon was part of John Caulfield ‘s backroom team at Cork City when the club won the Premier Division and FAI Cup double in 2017, FAI Cup in 2016 and three President’s Cups.
Since then, the Dublin native has had successful spells at Chelsea and Dublin GAA. Most recently, Fallon was head coach of FA Women’s Championship side, London City Lionesses.
Fallon, a former extratime.com reporter, becomes Galway United's first ever female head coach and she told the club’s website she is looking forward to the challenge ahead.
“Galway United is a big club with huge potential. There are fantastic people here and I’m really excited about the plans, ambition and possibilities at this club.
"I’ve worked with John before and I know the high standards he demands. We’ve an exciting squad and a brilliant backroom team.
“Although the club came very close to promotion last season, we know that absolutely everything has to go up a gear for the 2021 campaign.
“I understand there is significance to my appointment in that respect, and it’s a very proud moment for my family and I.
“But really, my focus is totally on the players and working with everyone here to make sure we are ready for pre-season and for a strong league campaign.
"I’m grateful to John, the board and all the Galway United supporters for this opportunity. I feel ready and know it will challenge me to draw on all of my experiences over the years but I’m really looking forward to that.
"I love the game, I love the League of Ireland and I love winning football matches. That’s what we are here to do.”
Caulfield added: “Since the last occasion we worked together I have seen significant developments in Lisa’s coaching ability.
"Her time in England has transformed her into a top coach and has given her the understanding and belief to coach at this level.
“Over there she was operating in the highest learning environment and it is clear to me that now is the right time for her to show her qualities which I believe in. I am delighted to have her on board.”
