Heiseler and Orschmann on a Captain's Responsibilities
The Women's Training Camp Day Five
In a team full of different personalities, Lisa Heiseler and Dina Orschmann stand out in their roles as captain and vice-captain of 1. FC Union Berlin’s women's team. While the team continue their preparations for the second half of the season, working on their technique, tactics and team spirit in their training camp in Spain presented by sonnenschutz.de, it is worth taking a closer look at the two leaders.
Responsibility in a double pack
Heiseler is the heart of the team. She has worn the red and white shirt for 12 years and embodies loyalty and consistency like few others. “I am incredibly proud to wear the armband for my favourite, and hometown club,” she says. This long-standing connection is reflected in both her playing style and leadership role. Heiseler is a reliable support, both in sporting and human terms.
Orschmann, who has also been at Union for quite some time, brings a fresh perspective to the team and is aware of the diversity within the team: “I try to lead by example. But it's important to understand and respect the different characters in the team.” Her words emphasise that leadership doesn't depend on just one person.
Both are united by the goal of developing the team and leading the way on and off the pitch. But what does it actually mean to be a captain? For Heiseler and Orschmann, it's more than just wearing the armband. It's about responsibility, inspiration and handling pressure situations correctly. Heiseler explains: “I try to exude a certain presence on the pitch. Being communicative and getting the best out of my teammates. It's important to me that we all pull together.”
Challenges, criticism and discussions with the referee
Being captain is not always easy. There are ups, like those special moments when the team celebrates victories together, but also downs, when decisions are questioned and criticism comes. Striker, Orschmann, sees this as an opportunity. “It's important to receive criticism, even or especially as a captain, because it's the only way to develop. I look at the criticism to see if there's something I can take on board and improve.”
In addition, the captains also take on organisational tasks, such as communicating between the coaching team and the team. “I write a lot in our group chat and pass on information,” explains Heiseler with a smile.
That smile is also important. When asked whether she likes to argue with the referee, Orschmann replies with a laugh. “Not really, but sometimes it's necessary.”
Looking ahead
At the end of the day, Heiseler and Orschmann are not only captains, but above all part of a team that want to reach further goals, having already achieved a lot together.
“Promotion to the second division was something very special,’ Heiseler recalls. ‘But my dream is to play in a sold-out Alte Försterei someday.”
Orschmann adds what she wants for herself… to stay healthy and fit. ‘The current situation is something special, and I'm very grateful for it. I want to continue to enjoy it.’
Quote of the day: “Squirty cream is like beer – it just has to go’ – a staff member when asked why he put so much on his dessert.
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