Macclesfield FC has announced a significant shake-up for its women’s first team, appointing Jenna Lea and Nick Simpson as joint managers on 8 May 2026. The move marks the start of a major overhaul for the squad ahead of the 2026/27 season following a disappointing previous campaign.
Jenna Lea is already a familiar face at the club, having previously served as joint manager alongside Dane Jones. She will now work alongside Nick Simpson, a senior figure within the coaching setup at the Leasing.com Stadium who has previously focused on recruitment for the youth academy and the men’s first team.
The new management team describes their appointment as a long-term project. Their primary goal is to ensure young women in Macclesfield have the opportunity to play high-quality football, while working to improve the competitiveness of the team, which competes in the North West Women’s Regional League.
To help build a stronger squad for the upcoming season, the club is hosting open trials at the Leasing.com Stadium. These will take place on Tuesday 26 May and Tuesday 2 June 2026. Players interested in joining the team are invited to register their interest through the club.
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