Fern Burrage-Male takes over as Cardiff City Ladies boss after Gemma Donnelly sacked
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Fern Burrage-Male played for Cardiff City Ladies and is a former Pontypridd Town manager
Fern Burrage-Male has taken over as manager of Cardiff City Ladies following the sacking of Gemma Donnelly as boss.
Former Pontypridd Town manager and Cardiff City Ladies player, Burrage-Male was appointed as Donnelly's assistant at the start of October 2023.
"We can confirm that Gemma Donnelly's contract as first-team manager has been terminated," said a club statement.
"Fern brings a wealth of experience that we believe will be invaluable."
Cardiff are currently ninth in the 12-team FA Women's National League Southern Premier Division, having won two and drawn three of their 10 league games so far this season.
Burrage-Male also has cross-sport experience as Welsh Netball's performance lead.