Inaugural Western United A-League women’s captain Jaclyn Sawicki will depart the club.
United announced on Tuesday that Sawicki has decided to take up an opportunity overseas.
The 31-year-old will go down in Western United history as the club’s inaugural A-League captain, leading the team out in the grand final in April 2023.
The Philippines international remained a co-captain alongside Chloe Logarzo last season and had the armband for United’s first ever match at Ironbark Fields in Tarneit.
Sawicki departs with 35 appearances to her name and scored one goal.
She said her chapter at Western United would remain with her forever.
“All the people of Western United – I just want to give you a big, big thank you from the bottom of my heart,” she said. “I have absolutely loved my two years here.
“The fans, all the staff and the coaches, and of course the players, I am extremely honoured to have been the inaugural captain.
“I love the people of this club so much, they’ve become my Australian family. I’m going to miss it, it’s bittersweet but I’m very grateful for the time I’ve had here.”
Western United football general manager Mal Impiombato praised Sawicki’s impact as a foundation player and key pillar upon which the club’s women’s program has been built.
“Jackie has played an integral part in our early success in the Liberty A-League and on behalf of everyone at our club, I wish to thank her for her incredible contribution,” he said.
“Her quality on the pitch and her leadership off it has helped set the foundations for our women’s program and her effect on the club will live in our history books forever.
“Jackie will always hold a special place in our club history and we wish her every success in her future endeavours.”
