Teaming up with England Golf, the country's governing body for the sport, Becky Langley's Magpies took part in a coaching session and par three game as part of an initiative aimed at increasing female participation in golf and sport.

The team building day for the Magpies included a number of challenges for the players including closest to the pin and shot of the day as the team competed against each other to end the day at nearby Close House golf club.

Speaking at the team building day, Newcastle United Women club captain, Grace Donnelly, said: "The team were proud to be part of this important initiative with England Golf and everybody had a great time learning new skills.

"We know how powerful sport can be to bring people together and the team bonding through golf was brilliant. A lot of the team had never played golf before but absolutely loved it. Most people get into sport at a young age but we learnt that you can start golf at any age and I think a few of the team will be back to give it another go soon!"

Lauren Spray, Women and Girls Manager at England Golf, added: "We are incredibly excited to be joining forces with Newcastle United Women's Football Club.

"This collaboration symbolises our commitment to making golf a sport for everyone and reaching out to women and girls who may not have considered golf as a recreational choice before, including professionals from other crossover sports. It was great to see so many of the Newcastle United Women willingly getting involved in the sport, and in return, reaping both the mental and physical benefits."