West Ham United Women Part Ways with Head Coach Rehanne Skinner
London, England – West Ham United Women have announced the departure of head coach Rehanne Skinner, effective immediately. The club cited a disappointing start to the Women’s Super League (WSL) season as the primary reason for the decision. Skinner’s tenure, which began in June 2022, lasted less than a year and a half.
The Hammers currently sit in tenth place in the WSL table, having secured only one win in their opening seven matches. This underwhelming performance, coupled with a perceived lack of progress in team development, ultimately led to the club’s decision to make a change in leadership.
“This was not an easy decision,” stated a club spokesperson in an official statement. “We would like to thank Rehanne for her hard work and dedication during her time at West Ham United. She has been a true professional, and we wish her all the best in her future endeavors.” The statement went on to emphasize the club’s commitment to achieving success in the WSL and its ambition to build a strong and competitive team.
Skinner’s dismissal comes as a surprise to some, given her previous success in coaching at other clubs. However, the pressure to perform in the highly competitive WSL environment is immense, and the club’s board clearly felt a change was necessary to revitalize the team’s performance.
The search for a new head coach is already underway. West Ham United are expected to appoint a replacement in the coming weeks, someone who can instill a winning mentality and guide the team to improved results. The club’s ambition remains clear: to climb the WSL table and establish themselves as a consistent contender for major honors. The upcoming weeks will be crucial in determining the direction of the team under new leadership. The players and fans alike will be hoping for a swift turnaround in fortunes. The pressure is on to find the right candidate to lead West Ham United Women to success.
