DAN Jones wants to drive women's football in the city.

The newly-appointed manager of Salisbury FC ladies has high hopes for the team, which is preparing to embark on their inaugural season.

Jones, who previously worked with FA Women’s Premier League Side Maidenhead Ladies FC, said: "I am delighted to be joining Salisbury FC as the manager of the new ladies side."

"It's an exciting venture for the club, one which I hope I can bring success and progression to with the view to increasing the profile of the ladies game in and around Salisbury.

"As a young coach being given this opportunity, I'm over the moon and can't wait to get started and see what level of local talent we have.

"Hopefully, with the help of the club, the staff here and the players we are looking to bring in, I can continue to improve as a coach and, in turn, help the ladies coming to the club develop as players."

Women footballers are being urged to sign up ahead of trials at the Ray Mac.

The first one is on Sunday, November 6.

Jones, who lives in Salisbury but works in Guildford as a logistics manager for Kalm Kitchen, added: "The club are looking to build something here, whether that is with the success of the men's side, the development squad or with the inception of the ladies’ side, and I'm happy to be a part of that.

"I'd like to thank the club and the board for inviting me to get involved and I'm really looking forward to getting things started."

Anyone interested in playing for the Whites should email dano_jones10@yahoo.co.uk

The team is also looking for sponsor, email thom@salisburyfc.co.uk for more details.