Chloe Logarzo led Western United to a winning start to the A-League women’s season on Friday night.
After trailing 1-0 early on, Western found its range to take a 4-1 lead into half time against Wellington Phoenix.
Phoenix found a second goal in the second half, but it was too little, too late with Western winning 4-2.
Logarzo, Aimee Medwin, Kahli Johnson and Catherine Zimmerman were the goal scorers.
Logarzo will skipper the side this season having been co-captain with Jaclyn Sawicki.
She will have support from vice-captains Grace Maher and Alana Cerne.
The pair played every single minute of last season together in defence.
Western football general manager Mal Impiombato said Logarzo, Maher and Cerne were the perfect role models to shape the ongoing future of women’s football at the club.
“We are extremely proud to have such fantastic individuals at our football club that represent our values and ambition to unite and inspire the community,” he said.
“Since day one, Chloe has been a colossus in our program and her drive in shaping our identity will continue to see her influencing a long-lasting legacy of high standards and excellence. Having her as a leader of our players, our club and our broader community is a blessing.
“In Grace and Alana, we have two fantastic young leaders who we are incredibly excited to see take the next step in their careers as they grow as people, leaders and footballers.
“Since joining the club, Grace has been a tremendous leader and role model for her peers and will continue to lead both on and off the field.
“Alana’s progression as an individual and professional footballer has been rapid, developing through our pathway program to now playing a key role as a leader of our club.”
Western’s men’s side was due to face Melbourne City on Monday night, after deadline.
