CLIFTONVILLE’S Danielle Maxwell has been named the 2023 Women’s Premiership Player of the Year.
Although Glentoran lifted the league trophy, NI international Danielle enjoyed a superb season for the Reds scoring 14 goals in 17 games, and providing many more assists.
A delighted Danielle said: “I love scoring goals and providing assists, but it’s a team sport and I wouldn’t have won this individual trophy if it wasn’t for the help of my team mates.
“It was a special season as we reached four cup finals, but it was disappointing not to collect more silverware. But it’s given us something to build on for next season.
“The most important thing, however, is the growth of the league with bigger attendances and more media coverage than ever before.
“I’d like to thank the NI Football Writers for this award.”
Danielle’s performances helped Cliftonville go unbeaten in all competitions until the end of June, booking their place in four cup finals. She scored in the County Antrim Cup final as the Reds claimed the prestigious trophy.
A stellar first half to the season was rewarded with an international recall for the summer friendlies against Scotland and the Czech Republic before new NI coach Tanya Oxtoby later handed her a return, scoring a crucial equaliser against Hungary in October.
Danielle is pictured receiving her award from Michael Clarke, chair of the Football Writers.
