Katie James _(Image: Richard Crease)_
THE Cherries will begin the defence of their Adopt South Hampshire Senior Cup title away at Southampton FC Women.
Bournemouth will be aiming to win the trophy for the third season in a row as they travel to the Sirens at Winklebury Football Complex on Sunday, January 19 to begin their campaign.
Steve Cuss’ side overcame Southampton FC’s U21s to lift the trophy in May 2023 after a dramatic penalty shootout, with scores level at 1-1 after 90 minutes at Fratton Park, thanks to Kelly Fripp’s goal for Bournemouth.
They successfully defended their title against the same opposition in 2024, as they won 3-1 in the final through Kenni Thompson, Lucy Cooper and Erin Bloomfield goals.
Earlier this season, the [Cherries](http://www.bournemouthecho.co.uk/sport/cherries/clubnews/) beat the Sirens 10-0 in October in the National League Division One South West.