Stars of Scottish women's football light up Edinburgh Castle
The castle was lit up with footage of young players, existing stars and those playing professionally.
A projection on Edinburgh Castle showcased the journeys of young female players into emerging professionals [PA Media] Edinburgh Castle was illuminated with images of Scotland's female footballers in a tribute to the women's game. Players, coaches and parents gathered at dusk at the Castle Esplanade to view projected footage showcasing the journeys of young players into emerging professionals. It also celebrated existing stars and top professionals.
The event took place to mark Scottish Power signing up to support women's football north of the border for another three years. The company is extending its partnership with Scottish Women's Football and the Scottish Women's Premiere League. Scottish Women's Premier League players attended the event [PA Media] Aileen Campbell, chief executive at Scottish Women's Football, said: "Scottish Power's continued commitment is a hugely important vote of confidence in the women's and girls' game across the country.
"This partnership has already helped us strengthen the foundations of football in communities, supporting participation, improving the player pathway, and creating more opportunities for girls to stay in the sport and progress, whatever their starting point. "The continuation of support for our National and Regional cups, the Youth Challenge Cups and the Highlands and Islands League and Cup is especially significant, because it reaches players and volunteers at every level. " She added: "We're proud of what has been achieved so far, and we're excited to keep building real momentum over the next three years.
" Keith Anderson, Scottish Power's chief executive, said: "We're proud to back the elite end of the game, but just as importantly, to help strengthen the entire pathway – from grassroots and youth football right through to the highest level. "Renewing our support for another three years is a clear statement of our intent. "We're in this for the long term, committed to building momentum and helping women's football in Scotland reach its full potential.