Shrews Women further bolster their ranks

Shrewsbury Town Women are delighted to announce the signings of Jess Wallace and Frankie Benjamin.

Jess Wallace, a left-sided centre-back, joins Shrewsbury Town Women from Alvechurch.

Jess came through West Ham’s academy and made it up to their under-21s before moving to Birmingham for university, where she spent a season with Wolverhampton Wanderers.

She moved to Boldmere St Michaels for her first year of senior football and later represented Saint Lucia abroad.

Most recently, she featured for Alvechurch on loan until the end of the 2024/25 season.

On signing for Town, Jess said: "It’s a very professional set up and the girls are all really welcoming.

"I feel like this is the right move as I can continue challenging myself and developing as a player.

"The club has a clear vision and ambition.

"I’m very excited to be a part of it.

"I’m a hard-working player and I’m very passionate when it comes to football.

"I’m looking forward to showing everyone what we can do as a club."

Frankie Benjamin, a central midfielder, joins the club from Redditch United FC, where she spent a couple of months before making the move the Shrewsbury Town.

Frankie started playing football for her local club at under-8s and went all the way through to under-18s, where she was the top goalscorer. 

She then made the move to women’s football, spending a year with Solihull Moors Reserves before making the move to the first team for a season ahead of joining Redditch United.

Speaking to the club, Frankie said: "I’m loving Shrewsbury so far! From the moment I arrived, I instantly felt at home.

"The players and the coaching staff are incredibly welcoming.

"I love the club’s aspirations and the goals they have.

"It's a very talented club wanting to achieve more each season.

"I also love the club’s values.

"I would describe myself as a hard-working player always wanting to improve, with a great vision and ability to read the game.

"I’m most looking forward to playing for the Shrewsbury badge and showing everyone what the club is capable of."

Everyone at the club would like to welcome Jess and Frankie, and we wish them both the best here.