In August 1999, a few mates, Kate Tinsley among them, were having a kick around on Bingham Road and agreed to set up a ladies football team. Word soon spread, and aided by the fantastic coaching of ex Notts County Player, Mick Vinter, Dayncourt Ladies FC was founded and started playing in the third divison of The East Midlands Unison Women's Football league. Since then the 1st team has been promoted through the divisions, reaching many a cup final en-route and now plays in the Premier Division. Kate, Burnham and many other willing volunteers also began coaching sessions for girls on Saturday mornings and the club soon comprised both ladies and girls teams. Dayncourt then merged with Radcliffe Olympic and now, as well as two ladies teams, has girls teams from U8 to U14.

Retiring Captain
The 1st and reserve teams have been for many seasons captained by the oldest player in the Notts league Mary Hopkins. Mary, who was a founding member of the ladies team, finally hung up her boot this year aged 48. At this prestigious event, it is fitting that we recognise Mary's commitment through a mention in this programme, which hopefully, will remain as much of a keep sake for her, as the memories and victories she has helped us achieve.