Rising GB Star Maddie Axford Joins W1
By Surbiton HC
Surbiton HC is excited to announce that rising GB star Maddie Axford has signed for the 2025/26 season.
A fast and skilful attacker with a great eye for goal, Maddie joins Surbiton from University of Nottingham. She is now a full time centralised GB player having made her senior debut for England at Pro League in India in February 2025. She was also part of the England U21 Women’s bronze medal winning Junior World Cup side in 2022 and has an exciting future ahead of her at international level.
Head Coach Dave Beckett is looking forward to seeing what Maddie can add to the W1 attack: “Maddie is someone we’ve had our eye on for quite some time. Her performances at the University of Nottingham have shown real maturity and consistency, and she’s developed into a highly capable player. What stood out to us was not just her technical ability, but her work ethic and game understanding. She’s a fantastic fit for our environment and I’m excited to see how she progresses within our setup.”
Maddie says, “I am really excited to join Surbiton next season. Having been at University for the last four years, it will be a huge change and a different challenge, but it’s one that I am really looking forward to.”
Welcome to Surbiton, Maddie!
