West Ham manager Skinner signs new contract
Briefly

Rehanne Skinner has signed a one-year extension with West Ham United after notable improvements in team performance in the Women's Super League. The team, currently seventh with 23 points, has gone unbeaten in five matches, including impressive draws against top teams like Manchester City and Chelsea. Following a tough season where West Ham placed second-bottom, Skinner's efforts have revitalized the squad, culminating in a 7-1 victory against Crystal Palace, assuring their safety from relegation. Skinner expressed her delight at the contract extension, acknowledging the collective progress made at the club over the past 18 months.
This season the Hammers have stayed clear of relegation danger and are seventh in the table with 23 points from 20 games, giving them a chance of a top-six finish.
Skinner succeeded Paul Konchesky at the end of the 2022-23 season and endured a difficult first campaign in which West Ham finished second-bottom of the WSL.
I'm delighted to be extending my contract at West Ham United. We've made huge progress on and off the pitch over the last 18 months.
Improvements this season have seen West Ham go unbeaten in their past five games - including WSL draws with Manchester City, Chelsea and Manchester United.
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