Female Football Focus 2021-22: Lowri Alaw Thomas (Amlwch Town)

Lowri Alaw Thomas from Llannerchymedd marked her senior debut for Amlwch Town with a hat-trick against Llangefni Town on Wednesday.

Everyone at Lon Bach is excited about the prospect of Lowri representing the team in the North Wales Women’s League this season.

Full name

Lowri Alaw Thomas

Place of birth

Bangor

Date of birth

4/10/2004 (16 years old)

Height

5 foot 3 inch

How did you become interested in football?

My Dad has a passion for football, therefore influenced me and started introducing football to me and my brother from a very young age. Football soon became my passion where I joined a club from there.

How long have you been playing football?

Since I can remember really, but I joined my first team Llannerchymedd Juniors when I was about 7 years old

Have you always played in the position you play now?

No, for my first few years I played in defence, but then moved to a more attacking centre midfield, but this season I’ve decided to play more on the wing

What is your training schedule like? Do you practice every day?

Usually I train around 5-6 times a week, which involves kick-about, some cardio (bike riding and running) or I do some challenging fitness sessions for myself

If you are not playing football or not working, what do you do in your spare time?

I love to be outside, and spending time with family and friends but I train, play football and keep fit mostly everyday when not working.

Do you like shopping?

Not overly keen on shopping, but when I do shop I go to sports shops.

Which female footballer do you admire most?

Steph Houghton due to her passion and excellent leadership and technique but mostly as I’ve personally met her and seen her play.

Which coach has influenced you the most?

I’ve gained good knowledge and improved from every coach to be honest, and each one has improved different aspects of my game.

Do you have a favourite professional football team?

Leeds United

Do you practice a certain diet while you are training or during the football season?

No not really, but my goal is to try and keep as healthy as possible and keep my fitness levels as high as possible therefore I try and eat healthily.

Tell us about the greatest game you’ve played in

I’ve enjoyed most games I’ve played in, but I’ll never forget when I played for Caernarfon vs Bangor scoring probably my best personal hat-trick. Also my debut with my first ladies team, Amlwch Town, where I scored a hat-trick and achieved player of the match.

What’s your finest achievement to date as a footballer?

Winning managers player and players player at each club I’ve represented, and also representing Wales Regionals Squad

Tell us your favourite all-time kit you have worn

It has to be the new Amlwch FC kit

Do you have any plans for a holiday once it’s totally safe to do so?

Yes definitely, Greece and a cruise are on the list

Do you have any pets?

Yes, I’ve got one dog

What is your dream job?

Business related jobs have always been of interest to me.

What do you hope to achieve in future as a footballer?

In the future, I hope to continue to improve and one day possibly play at a higher level and gain more recognition.