Ladies' goalkeeper Aditi Chauhan is enjoying her time in Claret and Blue
Indian international goalkeeper Aditi Chauhan spoke of her huge sense of pride at playing for West Ham United Ladies.
The shotstopper has attracted a significant amount of media attention since joining the Hammers in the summer.
Speaking before the game against C & K Basildon at the Irons’ Hornchurch home later today, she said: “Playing for West Ham is a big responsibility. But it is one that I enjoy and am very proud to be able to play for them.
“Since I joined, I’ve received a lot of messages from people here and back home. I wasn’t really expecting that to be honest. I feel like I represent my country every time I play, which is a special feeling.”
While the Hammers enjoyed an unbeaten pre-season campaign, Marc Nurse’s side are yet to recreate that form in the league, losing both of their opening games.
Despite the tough start, Chauhan is upbeat about her side’s chances when they play local rivals Basildon, who secured four points from their two matches.
“So far this season has certainly been an eye-opener. I feel like I’m learning all the time and I can feel myself improving.
“Overall, my time in England has been a brilliant experience. I’ve really had a great time, the people I’ve met have been fantastic.
“It took a bit of time to adjust, but the West Ham girls and the management have really helped me. They’ve been so supportive and encouraging.”
The Ladies host C & K Basildon at AFC Hornchurch tonight, kick off is 7.45pm.
The shotstopper has attracted a significant amount of media attention since joining the Hammers in the summer.
Speaking before the game against C & K Basildon at the Irons’ Hornchurch home later today, she said: “Playing for West Ham is a big responsibility. But it is one that I enjoy and am very proud to be able to play for them.
“Since I joined, I’ve received a lot of messages from people here and back home. I wasn’t really expecting that to be honest. I feel like I represent my country every time I play, which is a special feeling.”
While the Hammers enjoyed an unbeaten pre-season campaign, Marc Nurse’s side are yet to recreate that form in the league, losing both of their opening games.
Despite the tough start, Chauhan is upbeat about her side’s chances when they play local rivals Basildon, who secured four points from their two matches.
“So far this season has certainly been an eye-opener. I feel like I’m learning all the time and I can feel myself improving.
“Overall, my time in England has been a brilliant experience. I’ve really had a great time, the people I’ve met have been fantastic.
“It took a bit of time to adjust, but the West Ham girls and the management have really helped me. They’ve been so supportive and encouraging.”
The Ladies host C & K Basildon at AFC Hornchurch tonight, kick off is 7.45pm.