adam.smith, Author at 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