Mousehole AFC can confirm that, following a vote by players and with the agreement of the club’s board, Mousehole Women have withdrawn from the Earthbound Electrical Cornwall Women’s League for the current season. The team intends to re-apply next year in the division below, as part of a wider plan to rebuild and strengthen the squad.

The decision follows a challenging close-season in which the team lost more than ten players. Despite the best efforts of manager Mark Trevail and the remaining players, the squad has been unable to recruit sufficient numbers to remain competitive at their current level. The club requested permission from the league to move down a division this year, but that request was declined.

In the meantime, Mousehole Women will continue to train, play friendlies, and compete in the Cornwall Cup, ensuring the players remain active and connected while rebuilding takes place.

Club secretary Daniel Tasker said: “This has been a difficult decision, but it’s the right one for the long-term sustainability of the women’s team. Mark and the players are fully committed to rebuilding this season, and we’re confident they’ll return stronger next year.”

Mousehole AFC would also like to extend thanks to team sponsors Wild Things at Seaswept Farm  for their ongoing support during this period of transition.

Seaswept Farm is a small regenerative farm just half a mile from MAFC. Through its community arm, Wild Things, the farm champions local initiatives that bring people closer to nature, food, and each other.
With a strong focus on health and well being, Seaswept Farm supports activities that nurture both body and mind – from football, surfing, and skateboarding to yoga, medicinal botanicals and cultural events.