Hamilton Accies Women told to change name by men’s club

Hamilton Accies Women have been ordered by owners of the town’s men’s club to change their name and branding, just weeks after sealing promotion to the Scottish Women’s Premier League.

In a letter to the club from Hamilton Academical’s board of directors, the women’s side have been told to stop using the intellectual property of the men’s club, who have been relegated to Scottish League 1.

The move comes after the women’s club confirmed their intention to remain at New Douglas Park, in contrast to the men who are attempting to move to Broadwood Stadium, 15 miles away in Cumbernauld, following a dispute with the stadium owner.

In a club statement on social media, Accies Women said: “Following our title-winning campaign in SWPL2 and promotion to the top flight, securing a stadium that meets elite-level standards was a key priority.

“New Douglas Park has long been a home for women’s football in the town and we are pleased that it will remain so as we prepare for an exciting season ahead.”