Hibs combined team of the year: Which first team, under-18, and women's players made the cut?

Despite a disappointing season for the men’s senior team there were still a handful of players who caught the eye, while the league-winning exploits of the youth team meant they had several candidates for a combined XI. The women’s team too had numerous players with a strong claim for inclusion.

In the end five under-18s, two first-teamers, and four Hibs Women players made the final team.

Perhaps a little harsh on Gabby English, who kept 12 clean sheets in 26 games for the women’s team, but it isn’t very often that any Hibs team mounts a title charge – and wins. The 17-year-old has pulled off some fine saves for Gareth Evans’ side and the Scotland Under-19 internationalist has 14 shutouts of his own.

It would be no surprise to see Johnson building on this season next term.

Still just 21 but a regular in the Scotland national squad, the centre-back can also operate in midfield, which might explain her prowess with the ball at her feet. Looks so accomplished on the right of a back three and her range of passing makes her a fine option in defence.

Picked up the club’s Young Player of the Year award, having only just turned 23 in March, for an impressive season. Should have played more but for repeated suspensions but when he was on the park, looked confident and assured. Vastly improved on the 2020/21 season, one can only wonder how Hibs might have fared had he played in every game.

Unlucky to fly under the radar a bit because of defensive partner Jacob Blaney’s time with the first team but Weir has had a fine season in defence for the youth team. Built like a brick outhouse and a threat in the opposition box at set-pieces, he has kept 14 clean sheets and contributed five goals to the under-18s. Injured at the start of the