After just one season away from Bristol City Women, former club captain Corinne Yorston has returned after a short stay with Yeovil Town Ladies.

Returning home

There is little doubt that Bristol is the team where she feels most at home, with this latest stint her third at the WSL 2 outfit.

A versatile player, Yorston has already spent eight years with the then Bristol Academy across her previous two spells.

After beginning her career with Southampton Saints and Fulham Ladies, the 32-year-old's other notable moves included Arsenal Ladies and, most recently, Yeovil.

A history-maker

Yorston has enjoyed great success while with Bristol, which included a UEFA Women's Champions League win over Barcelona and two FA Cup finals.

There was also a brief spell on the international scene for the defender, where she has represented England Women on six occasions.

Yorston also made history when she was amongst the first 17 players to be awarded a central contract with the FA.

She was one of only two players to receive one that didn't play for Chelsea Ladies, Arsenal or Leeds Carnegie - the other being Rachel Williams from Doncaster Belles.

Yorston and Kirk pose after the deal was confirmed. | Image credit: Bristol City Women
Yorston and Kirk pose after the deal was confirmed. | Image credit: Bristol City Women

Yorston excited

Speaking on her return to the club, Yorston said: “It feels great, I’m really excited to be back. It feels like home."

She believes there is a "really good buzz" around the club and that the team "are really looking forward" to the season ahead.

The experienced defender is keen to add her wise head to the mix and "help the club get promoted back to WSL1".

Kirk delighted

Manager Willie Kirk, who was also giving his thoughts to the club website, added: "I am delighted to have brought Corinne back to the club."

He admitted Yorston showed "immediate enthusiasm" and "how much this club means to [Yorston] her".

He concluded, "She gives us a number of options on the pitch and she will be extremely important during this season and subsequent years."