‘The end of a chapter’ – Former Horsham FC Women boss issues statement after departure
Former Horsham FC Women manager Kaz Bridgewater has issued a statement following her departure from the Fusion Aviation Community Stadium.
Bridgewater’s 17-month spell in charge of the Hornettes came to an end on Wednesday (May 27) after the club announced she would not be in the dug-out for the 2026-27 campaign.
Bridgewater, who had been at Horsham Women since its inception in June 2023, led the Hornettes to a second-placed finish in the SCWGFL Premier and the final of the SCWGFL Challenge Cup in 2025-26 – her only full season at the helm.
Posting on Twitter, she said: “The end of a chapter and a decision that wasn’t of my own doing. The past season specifically and the last three years have been fantastic, although sometimes exhausting.
“To have the success we have had this season in my first full season as manager is something I will hold onto for a long time.
“I pride myself on managing my players with the person in the forefront of my mind, and I can confidently say I have done this and built great rapport and relationships with them. It’s important to remember that we are all human and when the culture is right, people flourish and players develop at every level. Growing something organically in my opinion is the right approach and a way in which you can maintain the sustainability and growth of the women’s game.
“I want to thank everyone that has supported me on my journey so far… most importantly to my players that have brought in, played beautiful football with the right ethos. You guys are amazing.
“This isn’t the end of my story… there are many more chapters to be written.
“If any clubs are looking for a female manager with experience in both the women’s and girl’s game, contact me.”