Emily Vennard
Current Club
London City Lionesses
Right BACK
A confident defender who can play in any position across the backline and any formation. A great game reader who can anticipate attacking phases of play and marshal the defensive unit to work in harmony. Blessed with the pace to recover and cover if the defensive line is broken. As a fullback able to support the attacks through overlapping and underlapping to create space or deliver a great pass to assist shooting moments. Key attributes: Pace Can play with both feet, is genuinely Vocal on the pitch Great first touch Range and quality of passing Athletic
Athlete Information
Current Club: London City Lionesses
Previous Club(s): Charlton Athletic FC, Gillingham RTC, Kent County
Athletic Achievements: Offered 2 Year Contract with London City Lionesses PGA U21s (2023/24), ESFA Inter-Association National Runners Up (2022/23), County Regional South-East Champions (2022/23), Junior Premier League Warriors National Champions (2022/23), Kent FA Girls Youth Cup Winners (2022/23), ESFA Inter-Association National Champions (2021/22), County Regional South-East Champions (2021/22), Junior Premier League Warriors National Runners Up (2021/22), London City Lionesses Club Player (2020/21)
Academic Information
Study Major Preference: Undecided
GPA: 3.7
English Literature – 6
English Language – 8
Mathematics – 8
Biology – 7
Chemistry – 7
Physics - 7
History – 8
Design & Technology – 6
Computer Science - 7
Spanish - 5
Placement Year
Fall 2026
Gender
Female
Date of Birth
October 2, 2007
Place of Birth
United Kingdom
Height
5 foot 6 inches
Weight
138 lbs
Preferred Foot
Right
“I have had the privilege of coaching Emily for the past two seasons. She has been an asset to the team. For the 2023-24 season Emily became part of the U16’s leadership committee. Emily was hand selected for this particular role as she possessed real leadership qualities and expressed a desire to lead on and off the football pitch. Emily is an excellent communicator with both staff and her teammates. Emily can play in a number of positions. In the 2022-23 season, Emily was tasked with playing in a left back position, this was to develop her distribution and defensive responsibilities/understanding further. Although this was not a favoured position, Emily grasped the challenge with two hands and dominated in this position. Emily is outstanding in a 1v defending situation. She is very skilful and can dribble away from pressure with ease when in possession. Emily distribution is of real quality, she can play both long and short balls with tremendous accuracy. Emily understands and reads the game very well both defensively and offensively. Emily works incredibly hard to improve her game and has often asked for additional sessions away from her club training sessions. Emily has a deep desire and determination to succeed in football and I have no doubt she will. Emily is also part of the FA’s Talent Pathway and is often being observed during fixtures. Emily has also been a wonderful friend to her teammates the past two years. She has picked her friends up when they have been down, she has been their support system but most of all Emily has been the much needed positive influence on the Without any hesitation Emily would be the first name on our team sheet every week. She is a brilliant footballer but more importantly, an inspirational young lady.”
“Emily is a dedicated young professional who holds real strengths technically and tactically within the game. She has real versatility across a variety of positions which is a real asset for any Head Coach. Culturally, Emily is a great teammate, works hard within the group and a very eager learner. Overall, Emily would be strong addition to any soccer programme due to her strong playing and academic background”