Wellington Recreation Football Club hosts Latvian football club media director

Wellington Recreation Football Club (WRFC) based in Larne, has hosted Victoria Murasko, media director of Latvian club FK Cēsis, as part of ongoing preparations for the inaugural Four Castles International Invitational.

FK Cesis Media Director Victoria Murasko with WRFC Team Captain and Women’s Media Director Abby Taylor | Four Castles Global

placeholder image — FK Cesis Media Director Victoria Murasko with WRFC Team Captain and Women’s Media Director Abby Taylor | Four Castles Global

During her visit to Larne, Murasko met with Abby Taylor, captain of the Wellington Rec women’s team and media director for WRFC. The meeting focused on coordinating media and promotional activities, sharing best practices, and strengthening the working relationship between the two clubs ahead of the upcoming international match.

The Four Castles International Invitational will take place in Cēsis, Latvia on October 10, where FK Cēsis – Jules Verne Women will host Wellington Recreation Women. The competition is designed to foster international competition, player development, and cultural exchange, with the tournament scheduled to rotate to Larne in 2027.

WRFC Kenny Thompson hosting Victoria Murasko, FK Cesis Media Director from Latvia | Four Castles Global

“It was a pleasure to welcome Victoria to Wellington Rec,” said Abby. “Our conversation covered everything from match-day media operations to how we can tell the story of this partnership to supporters in both Northern Ireland and Latvia. We’re excited to build something meaningful together.”

“Meeting Abby and the Wellington Rec team in person has been invaluable,” said Victoria. “This visit strengthens the foundation for the Four Castles International Invitational. We are looking forward to welcoming Wellington Rec to Cēsis in October and creating a memorable experience for players, staff, and supporters from both clubs.”

Kenny Thompson, chairman of Wellington Recreation Football Club, added: “The opportunity to compete internationally, experience a new football culture, and host a return leg in Northern Ireland next year is something our players and supporters are incredibly excited about. Being able to host Victoria this week just reinforces the international pathways that are being developed between Wellington Rec, Latvia and beyond.”

The Four Castles International Invitational is supported by Four Castles Sporting Group as title sponsor. The group has positioned the event as a platform for women’s clubs to access international matches, strengthen player pathways, and build lasting relationships beyond domestic competition.

Further details on the October 2026 schedule, ticketing, and supporting events in Cēsis, Latvia will be released in the coming weeks.