The Club is delighted to announce that Freedom Leisure are the new sponsors of our home and away dug outs for the next two seasons.
Freedom Leisure is one of the UK’s leading not-for-profit charitable leisure and cultural trusts providing high quality, affordable and accessible physical activity, mental health and social opportunities in local community facilities and have over 120 sites in the UK. In our local area Freedom Leisure have leisure centres here in Hastings, Bexhill, Rye. Tenterden and Hailsham and special thanks goes to the team at Bexhill Leisure Centre for providing the venue for our Disability and Inclusive teams training sessions.
Thank you to Toby and the team at Freedom Leisure your support really is appreciated. To Find out more about Freedom Leisure and their local facilities please visit: Improving Lives Through Leisure | Freedom Leisure
As a thank you to our Season Ticket Holders we have very VERY special offer for you.
Present your Season Ticket at the turnstile for our match against Whitehawk and your will be able to bring one guest to for FREE
We ask Season Ticket holders who wish to take advantage of this offer to arrive early and present their Season Ticket and guest at the turnstile to gain admission
HASTINGS UNITED FC v WHITEHAWK FC
Join us at the Pilot field as we take on WHITEHAWK FC in our Isthmian Premier Home League Game
Tuesday 5th November 2024
7:45pm Kick off
Turnstiles open at 6:30pm
Merchandise Shop, Burger & Tea Bar and Pilot Bar will be open
Matchday Programmes will be on sale £3.00
We look forward to welcoming you to our ever popular Family Firework event at the Pilot Field 💥⚡️
A few things to reminder prior to attending to ensure a safe and enjoyable evening is had by all.
Gates open at 5.30pm
PARKING 🚗
Please be considerate of residents driveways when parking your car. There will be no parking available inside the ground or the Hastings United sports and social club.
SPARKLERS AND BANGERS 🧨
These will NOT be permitted into the ground. Please be respectful to the stewards who are there for your safety ⚠️
FOOD 🍔
There will be two food outlets for your convenience.
DRINKS 🍺
The Bar will be open and all drinks will be served in plastics for the safety of all those attending.
CAKES 🧁 AND BROWNIES
These delicious bakes will be available inside the ground.
FLASHING LIGHTS AND SABRES 🔦
These will be available to purchase inside and outside of the ground.
And we look forward to welcoming Raven Drummers 🥁
Most of all we wish you all an enjoyable and safe evening 🙂 ⚽️ 💥
We caught up with Tom Chalmers and spoke about injuries, comebacks and his new under 18’s role
How is the knee, How did your recent operation go?
I’ve just had the first of the two ops I need, it went well now need to let it heal and wait to have the second one in about 9 months
Do you know why the Injury happened again?
Not sure why and when it re-tore, After my come back I was feeling okay. I had a couple of niggles so we got some advice. I had a couple MRI scans and multiple opinions from different people all of which said that I hadn’t re torn my ACL which is why I was continuing to play which ultimately made it worse.
Has any time frame been put on your return?
I will have a 9 month wait until my second surgery and then rehab so another 9/12 months so realistically looking the start of the 2026/2027 season
What are you doing to keep fit in other ways than regular training?
I still feel fit and looking after myself, I go to the gym every day and swim a couple times a week. As the injury gets better I will start to do more and more leading up to me making my return. I am looking forward to making many more appearances for Hastings United
We have seen you in a new role for Hastings United this season, tell us about that?
I have started my coaching and I am the Assistant Manager of the under 18’s. I’m really enjoying the new role and we have a great group with a lot of talent. This has already shown itself with a few boys making the step up to the first team. I feel like we have a good mix with Ginge (Marc Gall) Liam (Ridgers) and myself. The ultimate goal is to get as many of the boys playing first team football as we can
How did the role come about?
Ginge had mentioned it to me and Dean White, I thought it was a good idea to keep me involved with the club and try and stay involved with football whilst I’m injured.
Thank you for your time Tom, We will catch up with you soon to keep the U’s fans updated with your road back to full fitness
See Tom’s Under 18’s in action Monday 28th October at The Pilot Field where they entertain Eastbourne Borough is the U18’s league. Kick Off 7:45
We can confirm this evening that we have mutually agreed to part company with our Men’s First Team Manager Danny Bloor with immediate effect.
The club wishes Danny all the best for the future and would like to thank him for all of his hard work and dedication since being appointed as manager in the close season.
Sean Ray and Bobbi Deegan will take temporary charge of First Team affairs until further notice.
Welcome to the October Bulletin from Hastings United FC
TEAM NEWS
Mens First Team
Hi All,
September has been an up and down month with 1 win in the FA Cup at home to Harefield, a defeat in the FA Cup at Cray, a loss in the League at Hashtag and a hard earned draw at Lewes in the League. Well since our last home game we have travelled to League Leaders Lewes, while last Saturday we made the trip to Cray Wanderers in the 3rd qualifying round of the FA Cup after beating Redhill and Harefield in the previous two rounds.
The game at Lewes ended all square at 1-1, Billy Vigar gave us the lead with his first goal for the club while the home side drew level late on to gain a share of the spoils. The first half was as well as we have played all season and we deserved to have a greater advantage at the break but it wasn’t to be and we came away from the Dripping Pan with a point.
On the last Saturday of the month we were at Cray with the prize a place in the 4th qualifying round of the FA Cup but we never showed up and went down 3-0.
What a contrast in just seven days with just one change to the side that did so well at Lewes.
We were all bitterly disappointed so we will be looking for a reaction. Some frank words were said after the game and all of us, me the manager, the management team and the players must accept responsibility. We know our players will have to work harder than ever to get anything from games and make no mistake they will be up for it.
We parted company with Tyrese Briscoe recently and we thank him for his services and wish him all the very best for the future.
We need you the supporters more than ever right now, please get right behind us all.
Up the U’sDanny Bloor
5th October away to Leatherhead Isuza FA Trophy
8th October home to Shoreham Sussex County Cup
12th October away to Dulwich Hamlet
15th October home to Cheshunt
19th away Cray Wanderers
26th October home to Carshalton
Womens First Team
A frustrating month on and off the pitch with 2 games played and 4 points dropped. 1-1 at home to Welling United after creating a lot of chances and conceding a sloppy goal. Then travelling to Herne Bay, going in at half time 2-1 up then losing 3-2 late on. We are all pulling in the right direction but with the weather effecting the Pilot Field we haven’t been able to play since the 8th! We are staying fit, still trying to learn, scouting opposition to get ahead as much as we can! Whenever we are next on, please come down and support the girls who are playing some exciting football in a highly competitive league who are running their socks off to do well for their teammates and management!
Jason Tibble
6th October away to Steyning Town Community 3pm
13th October home to Three Bridges 2pm
20th October Home to Herne Bay 2.30pm
27th October away to Aylesford 3.30pm
Under 18’s
Inclusive & Disability Team
It sounds like Hastings United Inclusive and Disability team had an incredible first season! From playing in the Sussex Disability Football League and bonding as a team to successfully competing in friendlies against 1066, it’s clear that their hard work and dedication paid off. The presentation evening with the Hastings United men’s team must have been a special moment for everyone involved, with each player receiving well-deserved recognition for their efforts. The opportunity to play at Chelsea’s training ground with the Chelsea Foundation sounds like an unforgettable experience as well. Winning multiple games and reaching the final for the Silver Plate, even though they narrowly missed out on the trophy, must have been thrilling. It’s clear that, beyond the wins, the joy and passion for football are what drive this team.The coaches—James, Lewis, and Roman—clearly share in the pride of the team’s accomplishments, and it’s exciting to hear that the future looks bright, with growing numbers in both the youth and adult teams. Their commitment to fostering a love for football in a Pan Disability team is admirable, and it’s heartwarming to see how much it means to the players. Best of luck to Hastings United Inclusive and Disability team for the upcoming season, and here’s to continued success and growth! Up the ‘U’S
Hastings United Owners & Management Committee
20th October at Lancing 9am – 5pm
Hastings United FC – Wheelchair Football (Expression of Interest Form)
Hastings United Inclusive & Disability would like to add Wheelchair Football to our already successful Pan Disability and New Youth Disability Football Offering. We have a few participants interested and we would love to hear from more local Wheelchair users who would like to be part of this exciting NEW project. Our Coaches are all UEFA & FA Qualified with extensive experience in Disability and Inclusive Football and Sports in General.
Please contact the Club for the Expression of Interest form and become part of this exciting development in Hastings United FC History.
All the Best and Up The U’s
James Hopkins Dip HE (Open) – UEFA B Disability Football Lead
CLUB NEWS
The Titanium Executive Box – Matchday Experience
The Titanium Executive Box is available to hire on matchdays giving you the ideal opportunity to bring together friends, family, work mates or business associates to enjoy a group matchday experience in your own private pitch side executive box with direct access onto our terrace!
To book or find out more information please email commercial@hastingsunited.com
For further details on The Titanium Group and their services please visit Titanium Security Solutions | Hastings, East Sussex (titanium-security.co.uk)
We are delighted to announce: –
That long term business partners: Hastings windows have not only renewed but increased their support for Hastings United Football Club for the foreseeable future. Now entering their 25th year in business, Hastings Windows specialise in the manufacture and installation of quality PVCu doors, windows and conservatories. As a local business they pride themselves in offering excellent customer service with a personal touch which extends throughout the Company. All of their pvcU windows and doors are manufactured right here in their St. Leonards based factory by skilled craftsmen and they have an extensive range of products to view in their showroom where their friendly office team are waiting to answer questions and offer guidance where necessary. Hastings Windows do not employ salesmen, and do not offer any deals, discounts or special offers, they just give an honest and competitive quotation with no hidden extras. Long-lasting and virtually maintenance free, their PVCu windows and doors are attractive and practical. They won’t fade or discolour, and you can achieve a bespoke look with your own choice of design and colours. Hastings Windows are members of FENSA and have also been awarded the prestigious BFRC energy rating label.
Thank you to Tony and your team at Hastings Windows, your support really is appreciated.
To Find out more about Hastings Windows products and services please visit: Hastings Windows – Manufacturers and Installers of Quality PVC-U
Telephone: 01424 852111 email:enquiries@hastingswindows.com or Pop in to their showroom: 7 – 8 Hayland Industrial Units, Maunsell Road, St. Leonards On Sea, TN38 9NN
That Arkon Recruitment have joined Hastings United Football Club as a new business partner for the foreseeable future. With a presence locally here in Hastings, Arkon Recruitment specialise in matching top talent with trusted employers and focus exclusively on getting the right fit for every match between a candidate and employer. Their skill and culture matching methodology provides employers with candidates who are passionate and eager to strive for success. Thank you to Patrick and your team at Arkon Recruitment for your support for Hastings United FC, it really is appreciated.
To find out more about Arkon Recruitment’s services please visit: Home | Arkon Recruitment or Contract Patrick directly via https://www.linkedin.com/in/patrick-kelly-src/
That Factory Internet Limited have joined Hastings United Football Club as a new business partner for the foreseeable future.Factory Internet Ltd, an MSP/MSSP founded and based locally, assists IT departments and technical leaders in maximizing their potential through services designed to enhance cybersecurity measures and systems availability.
- Cyber Security
- Managed services
- Tailored operations
Collaborating with clients across various markets, sizes and industry sectors that require technological solutions, where the availability, reliability, and security of critical systems are directly tied to their success.
Thank you to Jo and the team at Factory Internet for your support for Hastings United FC, it really is appreciated.
To Find out more about Factory Internet Ltd products and services please visit: Home Page – Factory Internet
That long term business partners: The Fuzion 4 Group have not only renewed but increased their support for Hastings United Football Club for the foreseeable future
The Fuzion4 group provide services through its individual trading businesses (see www.fuzion4.co.uk}. Their services include electrical contracting, renewable energy systems, fire detection and suppression systems, intruder alarms, access control, CCTV and locksmiths. The Fuzion4 group work across the Southeast and beyond and clients include the following sectors: The NHS, Local Authorities, Education, Commercial, Industrial, Health Care, Entertainment & Hospitality, Utilities, Housing Associations, Managing Agents and of course Homeowners. Helping them to navigate the challenges in keeping their premises safe, secure, powered and in-line with fire safety legislation, providing sound advice and high-quality technical craftsmanship and support.
Thank you to Andre, Russ and your team at The Fuzion 4 Group for your continued support for Hastings United FC, it really is appreciated.
To find out more about The Fuzion 4 Groups services please visit: Fuzion 4 | Commercial Security, Fire Safety and Electrical Installations.
Meet the companies that make up Fuzion 4 Group
That ABC QS Services Limited have joined Hastings United Football Club as a new business partner for the foreseeable future.
Based locally in St Leonard’s on Sea, ABC QS Services Limited provide commercial support to the building, construction, and civil engineering industries and they would be happy to hear from any Hastings United supporters who require any assistance with estimating, contract administration, disputed monies, contractual advice, valuations, and final accounts.
Thank you to Alison and your team for your support, it really is appreciated.
To find out more information about ABC QS Services visit: Quantity Surveyor – ABC QS Services Limited (abc-qs.com)
Or Tel: 07377 197 962 Email: alison@abc-qs.com
Hastings United FC would like to thank The DC Group for restoring seats within our main stand to their former glory. Initially work has been completed on the front row of the seats within our main stand helping us to preserve these historic seats.
The locally based DC Group have developed a unique environmentally conscious system to rejuvenate red and faded plastic stadium seating giving up to 20 years protection against UV degradation. Not only is the system by far the most economical way to restore our faded seats, but there was also no disruption as the seats remained in place, allowing us to complete the works during the football season. As a Club, we are delighted to be doing our bit for the environment by restoring and not just throwing away and replacing with more single use plastic. The icing on the cake is that you have helped us to preserve these historic seats, which came out of the old Wembley stadium for at least the next 20 years!
Hastings United & SuperStitch86 are excited to release our new range of HUFC merchandise
Here we have a range beautifully modelled by members of our Hastings United FC Academy, Women’s First Team Captain Lauren Skinner-Swain and Men’s striker Davide Rodari
EVENTS
Hastings United FC
Present the
THE ELVIS SHOW – LAS VEGAS STYLE CASINO EVENING
Enjoy playing the tables at our Las Vegas style Casino evening whilst enjoying The Elvis show with live music & entertainment provided by the fabulous Trevor Dodson with Richie Lee.
Trevor is one of the UK’s leading professional Elvis Tribute Acts or Elvis Impersonators entertaining at public and private functions across the UK.
As an Elvis & rock ‘n’ roll fan from the age of 10 he brings a repertoire to engage all, from an ardent Elvis fan to those just looking to bring something special to any party.
His first love is the music itself and his voice has undeniably been affected by listening and singing along to all Elvis’ music all his life. Although a serious Elvis Tribute he brings his sense of humour to every show, as did Elvis. He entertains the crowd by getting in and amongst the audience, making people laugh and getting everybody rocking!
Tickets available at the Club and from
Date for your diary, HUFC Firework Evening 22nd November 2024 – details in November Bulletin
We have an opportunity for you to book The Titanium Executive Box for our fixture v Chatham Town on Tuesday 1st October 7:45pm Kick Off which is an Ideal to bring together friends, family, work mates or business associates to enjoy a group matchday experience in your own private pitch side executive box with direct access onto our terraces!
- Our full package includes:
- 12 adult box tickets
- Welcome Drink
- Complimentary Team sheets, Matchday programmes,
- Editorial Feature within our Matchday Programme
- Choice of Half-time Food & Pay Bar Facilities
- Mentions via PA announcements,
- Commemorative group photo of the occasion
- £270.00 plus VAT
To book please email commercial@hastingsunited.com
Hastings United Football Club invite local families to book a FREE Family Fun taster session taking place at the Pilot Field on Sunday 13th October from 12:00 noon to 1:30pm.
Working with our training partners Crossland and Morton Training , our fun packed taster session will enable you to learn more about the FREE family healthy lifestyle/football coaching workshops we will be rolling out over the forthcoming year. On the day families will:
- Meet your trainer and have a behind the scenes tour of the Pilot Field – Home of Hastings United Football Club
- Children will enjoy a football coaching and games session with at HUFC coach, whilst parents/carers find out more about future family workshops
- Fun Fitness session for all the family
- Drinks and Light refreshments will be provided.
Places are limited and booking is essential.
To book your place or find out more information please call Fran on 07814418778 or email commercial@hastingsunited.com
Hastings United FC would like to thank The DC Group for restoring seats within our main stand to their former glory. Initially work has been completed on the front row of the seats within our main stand helping us to preserve these historic seats.
The locally based DC Group have developed a unique environmentally conscious system to rejuvenate red and faded plastic stadium seating giving up to 20 years protection against UV degradation. Not only is the system by far the most economical way to restore our faded seats, but there was also no disruption as the seats remained in place, allowing us to complete the works during the football season. As a Club, we are delighted to be doing our bit for the environment by restoring and not just throwing away and replacing with more single use plastic. The icing on the cake is that you have helped us to preserve these historic seats, which came out of the old Wembley stadium for at least the next 20 years!
Thank you to Paul , Curtis and the team at the DC Group, the seats look brand new again!
To find out more about the DC Group and their services please visit: DC Group – All Manner of Property Services Provided Across the South of England (dc-group.online)
Hastings United & SuperStitch86 are excited to release our new range of HUFC merchandise
Here we have a range beautifully modelled by members of our Hastings United FC Academy, Womens First Team Captain Lauren Skinner-Swain and Mens striker Davide Roadari
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