Ross grew up on the Isle of Bute and after attending local coaching clinics, began her career at youth level with Paisley Saints Ladies.

[9][10] Ross agreed a professional contract with Vittsjö GIK at the end of December 2012, joining fellow Scotland international Ifeoma Dieke at the club.

[13] After 11 goals in her debut season, Ross was linked with a transfer to English FA WSL club Arsenal Ladies.

[6] The campaign saw West Ham reach their first ever FA Cup final with Ross scoring the team's opening penalty of the semi-final shootout against Reading.

[17] The season was also notable as the subject of the BBC behind-the-scenes documentary Britain's Youngest Football Boss.

[26] Ross studied at the University of Stirling on a scholarship as part of the SFA National Women's Football Academy.