The England defender was cut adrift by Notts County’s sudden collapse in April and says it must act as a trigger for everyone to ‘up their game’ to avoid a repeatA strong season. That’s what most people would consider vital before an international tournament. For the England defender Laura Bassett, a season, let alone a good one, was suddenly off the cards. On the eve of Notts County’s Spring Series opener against Arsenal, the players were called together and told the club was folding. Disgracefully, they were given the news only 15 minutes before it was made public.“All the debt had been well documented and we were aware of it,” says Bassett says, suited up ready for a morning training session at St George’s Park.“We had already played pre-season friendlies and two FA Cup games. We thought we didn’t know our future long-term but in the short term we thought we were safe, so the news was a massive shock.” Related: England’s Euros adventure can deliver glory abroad and lasting impact at home Related: Rachel Yankey: ‘There aren’t enough female managers. Barriers need to be broken down’ Continue readingreadfullarticle
