Hastings United Football Club are delighted to welcome Trevor McCreadie and club legend Sam Adams as Joint Assistant Managers as part of Ronnie Dolan’s new-look backroom staff.
Both Trevor and Sam enjoyed illustrious non-league playing careers and will now support Ronnie as the club enters an exciting new era on the pitch.
“I’m really happy to be joining Hastings. I already have a great relationship with Ronnie and Sam, which has made the transition easy from the start. We all share the same footballing vision and I’m excited to get to work.”
— Trevor McCreadie
“I’m delighted to be back at Hastings once again. It’s no secret what this football club means to me, so when Ronnie called, it was an opportunity I couldn’t turn down. I know how much this club means to my family and the supporters, and I’m looking forward to working alongside Ron and Trev to help set the standards of what it means to play for Hastings United.”
— Sam Adams
Further additions to the club’s backroom staff will be announced in due course.
The club is pleased to confirm that Club President and Director David Ormerod has accepted the offer of becoming Co-Chairman alongside Dean White.
As many supporters will be aware, David has a long history with the club having held many voluntary roles since he first started watching the U’s in the mid 1960’s as well as becoming the club owner in 2015.
David Ormerod said ‘’It is an honour to be asked by the owners to become Co-Chairman of my club, Hastings United. I have been going to the Pilot Field as a supporter since 1966 and I am very much looking forward to the future and helping the club as much as I can‘’
Moving forward and in addition to the many other jobs he carries out for the club, David will be providing updates for supporters on various club matters through Tom Dyson’s club bulletin which is emailed out every month as well as joining Club Volunteer Bob Hodgson in the boardroom to host the Hastings United Fan’s Focus Group’s that meet on a regular basis throughout the season before home matches. The Fan’s Focus Group and the Inclusive & Disability Focus Group have been in place for a couple of seasons and are an opportunity for supporters to ask questions, raise concerns and discuss issues directly with club representatives.
Anyone wishing to sign up to receive the monthly club bulletin or attend the Fan’s Focus Group’s meetings should email club@hastingsunited.com
Hastings United Football Club is delighted to announce that Billy Wood will continue with the club as Head of Football Operations
In this role, Wood will oversee the day to day football operations of both the men’s and women’s teams, working closely with the respective managers and the club’s Senior Development Phase leadership group (Under-16s, Under-18s and Under-23s). A core focus alongside on field success for the senior sides will be strengthening the pathway for young players and providing opportunities for them to gain exposure in a demanding senior football environment.
Wood’s history with the club is well documented. During his time as CEO, Hastings United enjoyed significant success, including winning the Isthmian League South East Division title, the Isthmian U23 Champion of Champions competition, the U23 Sussex Cup and the Sussex County Women’s Premier Division, among other achievements.
The role will also see Billy work closely with club volunteer Adam Smith who looks after our website and social media. This will ensure that communication with supporters through these outlets on all ‘on the field’ footballing matters is made available as quickly as possible.
Speaking on his appointment, Wood said: “I would like to thank the owners for the faith they have shown in me to lead such an important part of our club once again“
“As Head of Football Operations I am determined to ensure that Hastings United’s core values are embedded throughout our football operation and upheld at every level. Those foundations will be key to achieving future success during what is a pivotal period for the club, both on and off the pitch.”
The club looks forward to working with Billy as he continues to help drive the development and success of Hastings United Football Club.
Hastings United is delighted to confirm its intention to expand the Disability and Inclusive Football section ahead of the 2026/27 season.
We currently offer a platform for both youth and adults and with the growing participation and success on the pitch over the last 2 years the club will now be looking to operate 2 adult teams as well as 2 youth teams for the 2026/27 season.
The team currently plays in the Championship division of Sussex Disability League.
Weekly training sessions are held at Tilekiln Playing Fields throughout the summer months 5-6pm for youth players and 6-7pm for adult players.
Head of Disability & Inclusive Football, Lewis Willard said ‘’The growth and popularity of our section has been fantastic and I am excited for the new season, and being able to offer more opportunities for everyone to become part of our club and represent Hastings United in a fun and friendly environment’’
‘’ Its important to recognise the great support we receive from Tony Rose at 24/7 Transport who kindly provide a driver and minibus for our away travel to Lancing every month and from Paul and Stacy Deering at PoppyPac who have been our sponsors over the last 2 seasons’’
For further details on our Disability and Inclusive Football please email lewis.willard@hastingsunited.com or call/text Lewis on 07921866865.
Hastings United are delighted to welcome Ronnie Dolan as our new First Team Manager.
Dolan, who previously had a spell playing at The Pilot Field, enjoyed a strong non-league playing career. He spent 10 years with Folkestone Invicta, helping the club secure promotion from Step 4 and, last season, promotion to the National League South before departing to join us at The Pilot Field.
A Hastings local with a strong understanding of both this level and the division above, Dolan now takes the next progressive step in his career as he moves into management.
Ronnie Dolan: “It’s a huge honour to become manager of Hastings United. This is a club with fantastic support, real history, and a fanbase that cares deeply about its football club. Living in the area, and having previously played for the club, I understand what Hastings United means to people, and that’s something I don’t take lightly.
My experiences winning titles with Folkestone Invicta showed me the standards, togetherness, and culture needed to be successful, and those are values I want to bring here. I want to create an environment where players work hard for each other, represent the badge properly, and give supporters a team they can believe in. I’m ambitious, hungry to learn, and fully committed to giving everything I have for this football club and its supporters.”
Please give Ronnie a warm welcome and we will announce a ‘Meet the Manager’ shortly.
Here we have it, our Pre Season Fixtures ahead of our 26/27 Isthmian South East campaign
Don’t forget to grab your Early Bird Seaon Tickets ready to cheer on the U’s
Hastings United can confirm that the club has accepted the Resignation of First Team Manager David Altendorff.
When David joined the club in, following a poor start to the season, the objective was clear; to retain our status in the division. That goal was achieved with just one game remaining in the season, and we would like to place on record our appreciation for the work done by David during that period.
We would like to thank Assistant Manager Alex Marr and First Team Coach Mark Wright for their efforts and commitment during their time at the club, and we wish them all the very best for the future.
David Altendorff – ‘’After a great deal of thought, and with a heavy heart, I have decided to step down from my position as First Team Manager of Hastings United FC’’
‘’ I would like to thank everyone connected with the club for their support during my time here. In particular, the players, staff, volunteers and fans who have shown incredible commitment and support throughout what has been a challenging period’’
‘’I leave with nothing but respect and appreciation for the club and its supporters, I am truly grateful for the opportunity to manage such a historic club, and I sincerely wish Hastings United and its supporters every success in the future’’
The club will now begin an internal review process regarding the appointment of a new First Team Manager with further details to follow in the coming days.
Thank you to Damon Ridley and the team at Ace Roadmarkings Ltd for continuing your support, for Hastings United Football Club for the forthcoming season, it is very much appreciated.
Ace Roadmarkings Ltd is a family run business based here in Hastings for over 20 years, who offer road, car park, playground markings, and much more in East Sussex and surrounding areas.
To find out more about Ace Roadmarkings services please check out their Facebook page https://www.facebook.com/AceRoadmarkings
Here we have the winnners from our 25/26 Presentation evening
Congratulations to everyone from our Womens U18, Mens U18, Inclusive & Disability, Mens U23, Womens First and Mens First Teams. A special congratulation also goes to our special award winners. Up The U’s
WOMENS U18 WINNERS
MENS U18’s
INCLUSIVE & DISABILITY
Players Player – Sam McLachlan, Supporters Player – Keegan Hutton, Managers Player – Jack Burton, Outstanding Player Shaun Hersey
YOUNG PLAYER OF THE SEASON
PRESIDENTS AWARDS
SPECIAL THANK YOU’S
THE 100 CLUB
LIFE MEMBERS – Our New HUFC Life Members
VICE PRESIDENT
MEN’S U23’s
WOMENS FIRST TEAM
MENS FIRST TEAM
A NIGHT FULL OF CELEBRATION
Hastings United can confirm that we have accepted the resignation of Billy Wood as Women’s First Team Manager.
Following Billy’s decision to step down, we are delighted to announce that Todd Seavers will step into the role of Women’s First Team Manager ahead of the new season.
“It’s with reluctance that I step down from the role. The commitment involved with having young children on Sundays is proving more and more difficult, and this position deserves full attention, something I unfortunately cannot continue to offer on Sundays moving forward.
I’d like to thank my staff and players for all their hard work this season, and I wish them and Todd every success for next year.” – Billy Wood
New Women’s First Team Manager Todd Seavers added:
“I’d like to thank the club for giving me the opportunity to step up into the management role. Working with Billy this season, I can see why the team has been so successful in the past, and I’m excited to be able to build on the foundations that have been put in place this season as well as continuing to develop a pathway for the talented young local players in our U18’s and Academy.” – Todd Seavers
The club would like to thank Billy for his work this season with the women’s team as well as the continued work he will be carrying out at the club moving forward.
We wish Todd every success as he leads the team into the new 2026/27 season.
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