Burke hoping that Cork City can develop the consistency they crave

Player retention has hampered the WNL, as a whole, over its decade of existence but has been particularly acute for Cork. The better a gem performs, the more likely they’ll migrate, perpetuating the rebuilding cycle. American colleges have been the main beneficiaries.

Danielle Burke 

Danielle Burke grew accustomed to taking on a leadership role in Cork City women’s team from her teens.

On Saturday afternoon, though only 22, the defender will kick off her sixth season in the Women’s National League, when Galway visit Turner’s Cross.