Laura Kaminski only embarked on her first season of senior management in the summer of 2023, but now she’s reached the top flight.
Kaminski took Crystal Palace to the Championship title last term, guiding them through a closely-fought battle at the top to earn their spot in the WSL.
It was a demanding title race, but Kaminski kept her cool. She said she never looked at the table and trusted that performances would pay off.
“I am a thorough believer that the performances will speak for themselves, and if you perform well each week, then the proof’s in the pudding.”
Kaminski, who was previously an assistant at Tottenham when they were promoted to the WSL, also spent five years in charge of England’s under-19 team.
Life in the top division of English football will be a big change for Palace, but Kaminski said she hopes her team will relish it and show why they are here.
“They put themselves in a position where they all deserve to be there, so now go and show the world what you’re capable of doing at the top level, because there’s eyes all over it and you deserve to be seen,” she added.