STUDLEY goalkeeper Hannah Hampton, who helped lead the Lionesses to victory at last summer’s Euros, has been recognised in the King’s Birthday Honours.
Fellow teammates Chloe Kelly, Michelle Agyemang, Lauren James, Alessia Russo and Jess Carter have also been honoured with MBEs for services to football.
The Lionesses retained their European crown out in Switzerland last summer, beating world champions Spain in the final on penalties in Basel, with Hampton, Kelly, Agyemang, James, Russo and Carter all playing a starring role.
The FA Chair, Debbie Hewitt MBE, said: “On behalf of everyone at the FA, I would like to congratulate Alessia, Chloe, Hannah, Jess, Lauren, Lee, Michelle and Sam for their thoroughly deserved MBEs.
“Last summer was a very special time with both the Lionesses and the men’s under 21s delivering back-to-back European success for the country.
“These Honours recognise not only the unforgettable performances by this group of women, but also their outstanding contributions off the pitch.
“They all embody what it is to be a Lioness – talented, courageous and a burning desire to lift society and inspire a generation of fans.”
