One of eight youngsters to be named in our squad for the tournament, which also included a number of experienced first team players, she featured in all three group games, playing 31 minutes in total - the second highest amount out of all Academy players.
Stepping up to a senior environment for the first time, the versatile individual, who can play at full-back or as a winger on both sides, made an impact in our two games on Friday against West Ham United and Manchester United.
First, she was involved in our opening goal against the Hammers, beginning the move that allowed Araya Dennis to fire home, before producing a number of key tackles in our clash with Manchester United, including a recovery challenge on Elisabeth Terland which was followed by a loud cheer from the senior players on the touchline.
Presented with this unique opportunity after a fantastic season with the Under-19s, where she scored 11 goals and registered four assists, Heidi enjoyed every single minute of the experience and learnt important elements on and off the pitch.
“It was a very enjoyable experience,” she told us, reflecting on her time at World Sevens. “The style of play was very fun to play and made it more comfortable to come into at a senior level for the first time. It was perfect opportunity for us, as Academy players, to express ourselves.
“I really enjoyed the challenge of competing against experienced WSL players. It was obviously very fast tempo, you didn’t have much time to think, so it took some time to get used to, but it was a good measure to see where I’m at and good challenge for myself.
“It was really interesting to see the expectations and the standards, in particular, off the pitch – what is expected from a senior player and how to present yourselves at certain times.”