Bexhill Away Match Report
Heath Battle to Three Points at the Polgrove After the disappointment of a postponed match against Horsham YMCA on Tuesday, the Heath’s away fixture against Bexhill United was given the green light after a morning pitch inspection. Both sides observed a minute silence prior to kick-off in memory of former Heath player Karly Akehurst, who […]
Managerial Changes for Women’s First Team
Managerial Changes for Heath Women Haywards Heath Town Women today announce the departure of Nick Bolt as first team manager. Nick stepped down from his role after Sunday’s defeat to QPR and the Club thanks him for his efforts during his time with the Club. Dave Cole, Director of Women’s Football will take the position […]
Peacehaven & Telscombe Match Report
Heath take all 3 points against playoff contenders Heath were finally able to play their match against Peacehaven & Telscombe on Saturday and it was an eagerly awaited contest against a side vying for promotion at the top end of the SCFL Premier Division. Naim Roaune gave a debut to new signing Mitch Bromage in […]
Saltdean Match Report
Heath Have Dominant Start to 2024 The Blues welcomed Saltdean to the Home Smart Energy Stadium for the first outing of 2024. The Tigers struggling for form at the bottom end of the SCFL Premier Division. Naim Rouane spoke in his programme notes of the need to not underestimate the visitors and it was a […]
Hassocks Away Match Report
Heath on top in Boxing Day Derby It’s not often a football match kicks off at 11 am, but SCFL Boxing Day action brought the Heath to local rivals Hassocks bright and early to battle it out for 3 points. With the Heath unbeaten in their last 5 league matches, and Hassocks winless in December, […]
AFC Uckfield Match Report
Heath hit Uckfield for Six It was yet another matchday at the Home Smart Energy Stadium for the Heath who welcomed AFC Uckfield Town for a Saturday 3pm kickoff. Prior to kickoff, the Heath sat in 8th position meanwhile the visitors teetered on the edge of the relegation zone, 3rd from bottom. Naim Rouane’s side […]
Crawley Down Gatwick Match Report
Dominant Heath take all 3 points against CDG It was finally matchday for the Heath after their previous Tuesday and Saturday fixtures were postponed as the winter rain got the better of many Sussex clubs’ pitches. The visit of Crawley Down Gatwick was the first to be played at the newly named Home Smart Energy […]
Little Common Match Report
Heath Salvage a Late Point at Hanbury The Heath welcomed Little Common to Hanbury Park Stadium on a chilly Saturday for their first SCFL fixture of a busy December. Naim Rouane’s side coming off the back of a 2-0 away win at Varndeanians, seemingly with a revived confidence. 2 changes were made to the side […]
AFC Varndeanians Away Match Report
Blues take all three points at the Withdean It was an away journey to the Withdean Stadium for the Heath on a sunny but chilly Saturday afternoon. Naim Rouane’s side had announced the arrival of two familiar faces in midweek, with Josh Spinks returning to Hanbury from Burgess Hill Town and Liam Benson arriving from […]
Eastbourne United RUR Cup Match Report
Heath Progress to RUR Semi-Finals It was only 3 days since Eastbourne United’s last visit to Hanbury Park, but an RUR Cup quarter-final meant the Heath had another shot to right the wrongs from the 1-1 draw in the league on Saturday. The visitors were forced into an early change with injury in the 12th […]
Eastbourne United Match Report
Heath and United Share the Points Despite the pre-match doubts that Heath’s league match would go ahead, the Hanbury pitch was given the green light meaning the Blues had a shot at revenge for their previous 1-1 draw at the Oval Ground on the opening day of the new season. A new face featured on […]
Holmesdale Match Report
Heath Exit Vase Against Organised Holmesdale Following their disappointing result against Newhaven, the Heath had a chance to pick themselves up again against Kent side Holmesdale FC in the FA Vase. The Blues travelled with a light squad, with various injuries piling up it meant they travelled with just 12 fit senior players – 3 […]
Hassocks Peter Bentley Cup Match Report
Heath through on Penalties in Peter Bentley After having their last 2 games postponed, the Heath made the short journey south to local mid-Sussex rivals Hassocks in the Peter Bentley Cup, their first fixture since beating Eastbourne Town on penalties 10 days before. Naim Rouane named new signing Mitch Hewens in the starting 11 with […]
Eastbourne Town FA Vase Match Report
Heath into 2nd Round of Vase Despite late scare The Heath welcomed Eastbourne Town back to Hanbury Park Stadium on a wet Saturday afternoon in the FA Vase. Having lost their league clash with the visitors a few weeks prior, the Heath had revenge on their mind as they looked to put their name in […]
Broadbridge Heath Match Report
Blues Bow out of Sussex Senior Cup It was another midweek fixture at Hanbury Park for the Heath as they welcomed Broadbridge Heath on a fresh Tuesday night. The day before, the Club announced the departure of first-team manager Jay Lovett, and the appointment of former club captain Naim Rouane and a new signing Lewis […]
Managerial Changes for Men’s First Team
Jay Lovett Leaves the Blues Haywards Heath Town FC today announces the departure of manager Jay Lovett. Jay leaves with the best wishes of the club, having accepted a full-time offer with Eastbourne Borough. Jay has been completely transparent with the Club Board about the potential of this happening, and has struggled to manage both […]
Crowborough Away Match Report
Crows take all three points It was another away trip for Heath as they travelled to table-topping Crowborough Athletic on Saturday. Both teams recently stuffed a loss close to their club, Tony Sim of the Heath, and John Croft of Crowborough and a perfectly observed minute silence took place before the match. The most notable […]
Nick Bolt Appointed as Women’s First Team Manager
Nick Bolt is new Women’s First Team Manager Haywards Heath Town FC take great pleasure in announcing Nick Bolt as our new Women’s First Team Manager. Nicky has been bought in for the last few games to help us through the interim period and we have seen a great reaction from the players towards him […]
RIP Tony Sim
RIP Simmo It is with great sadness that we announce the passing of former fixture secretary Tony Sim. Simmo as he was affectionately known supported the Heath for generations. He was a fountain of all knowledge when it came to Sussex football, and is well known and regarded amongst local football circles. The club will […]
500 Club September Winners
1st Prize -Julia Hunt – £100 2nd Prize – John Isherwood – £40 3rd Prize – Steve Isherwood – £20
Wick Away – Peter Bentley Cup Match Report
Heath Slay Dragons in Peter Bentley Cup Haywards Heath still going strong in four cup competitions made the midweek trip to Wick for their second game in a month, having dispatched the Dragons 4-0 in the FA Vase a month ago. This game in the Peter Bentley Cup would be a lot less straight forward. […]
FA Vase vs Selsey Match Report
Fast Start puts Heath into Vase First Round Proper The Heath welcomed Selsey to Hanbury looking to progress to the first round of the FA Vase, having dispatched Wick 4-0 in the previous round. The Blues entered the game as big favourites against a side from the division below, but it took just 29 seconds […]
Billy Wood Leaves Position as Women’s Manager
Wood Leaves Management Role of Women’s Team Haywards Heath Town FC Women announce the departure of Billy Wood as manager by mutual consent. Billy Wood said on X (Formerly known as Twitter) “This decision isn’t one taken lightly but factors outside of football, mean its becoming unrealistic and unfair for me to continue in my […]
Midhurst & Easebourne RUR Cup Match Report
Young Heath Side Progress in RUR Cup Hanbury Park welcomed Midhurst and Easebourne for their second visit of the season, this time in the RUR Cup with memories still fresh in the fans minds of the 8 goals Heath but past them in the league fixture earlier in the season. Jay Lovett made changes with […]
Permission Granted for Pilgrim Hut Conversion
The board of Haywards Heath Town FC are delighted to announce that last week we were given planning permission to refurbish the Pilgrim Huts at Hanbury Park Stadium. The Pilgrim Huts are located between the 3G and the Roy Hatt Family Stand, sponsored by Vita Risk Solutions. The plans include the demolition of the existing […]
Saltdean Away Match Report
10 Man Heath Hold on for 3 points The Blues made the trip down to the south coast to visit Saltdean United looking to avenge their defeat the previous weekend against Eastbourne Town. George Brown was missing from the matchday squad with a back injury, which allowed Elliott Bresciani the opportunity to make his first […]
Eastbourne Town Match Report
Heath Rue Missed Chances at sweltering Hanbury Park The Heath entertained Eastbourne Town looking for their third consecutive win, with the game played in baking conditions at Hanbury. It was a nervous start from the Heath the opening five minutes with the home side struggling to retain possession, however it was the Blues that created […]
Pagham Away Match Report
Heath Take Long Journey to Three Points The Heath made the long midweek trip to Nyetimber Lane to visit Pagham FC, looking to maintain their current good run of form and pick up their fifth win in six games. Alfie Jones made a welcome return to the Blues’ goal, with his hand injury sustained at […]
Shoreham Match Report
Rampant Blues Cruise to Three Points Against Musselmen The Heath returned to Hanbury Park determined to make amends for their bank holiday loss with a game against newly promoted Shoreham. Lovett made 5 changes from the team that started against Steyning with Cadman, Uwezu, Riddington and Zydonik being given a starting berth alongside Steven Phillips […]
Steyning Away Match Report
Bank Holiday Defeat for Blues Heath Caught Napping by Fast Starting Steyning Bank holiday Monday meant the unfamiliar kick off time of 11am for the Blues and their fans will be wondering if alarm clocks should have been set earlier after a slow start against Steyning allowed the home side to build a significant lead. […]
Wick FA Vase Match Report
Blues Cruise into next Round of the Vase The Heath made the trip to Wick FC from SCFL Division 1 for their first FA Vase game in six years. This was almost an SCFL Premier League fixture this season, with the home side losing out narrowly to Epsom & Ewell in last season’s playoffs. There […]
Crawley Down Gatwick Away Match Report
Victory at the Haven brings first 3 points of the season The Heath made the short trip to Crawley Down Gatwick looking for their first league victory of the season, and their first away win since mid January when they won 3-2 at Lancing. The home side would prove a tough test having come second […]
Whitstable Town Match Report
Heath leave FA Cup at first Hurdle Saturday saw heavy rain and blustery conditions at Hanbury Park for the FA Cup tie with Whitstable Town. Jay Lovett forced into naming a changed side with a number of the squad missing through injury. Our new season injury jinx extended to a number of the starting 11 […]
500 Club July Winners
1st Prize -Ian Cook – £100 2nd Prize – Audrey Turnball – £40 3rd Prize – Kelly Osborne – £30
Eastbourne United Away Match Report
Heath concede late to share the points on opening day A bright but windy day welcomed Heath to the undulating hills of Eastbourne United’s Oval pitch, as we started our first season back at Step 5. A number of injuries in pre-season meant the Blues were robbed of several players and this led to manager […]
New Men’s and Women’s Kits Launched
Haywards Heath Town FC are proud to unveil our playing kits for the 2023-24 season! This season sees a new partnership with kit manufacturer Farrelly who have provided our match kits, training kits and bench wear. The home kit features a departure from our usual vertical stripes to a diagonal design which allow for a […]
500 Club June Winners
1st Prize -Audrey Turnball – £100 2nd Prize – Michael Blake – £50 3rd Prize – Julia Hunt – £30
Vita Risk Solutions To Sponsor Main Stand at Hanbury Park
Haywards Heath Town FC proudly announce that Vita Risk Solutions will be sponsoring the main stand at Hanbury Park for the 23/24 season! The partnership will provide exclusive branding throughout the main stand for Vita Risk Solutions. Michael Dorrington – Founder, Vita Risk Solutions: “We are delighted to sponsor Haywards Heath Town FC and […]
Tiny Tekkers Partners with Bluebells as Social Media Sponsor
Haywards Heath Town FC are thrilled to announce that Tiny Tekkers will be our Social Media Sponsor for the 23/24 season! Tiny Tekkers will appear on all of our social media channels with links to their social pages & website, as well as continuing with their perimeter board sponsorship at Hanbury. Jordan Badger – […]
WeWantYourCarSussex.com partner with HHTFC as Back of Shirt Sponsor
Haywards Heath Town FC are excited to announce that We Want Your Car Sussex will be our new back of shirt sponsor for the 23/24 season! We Want Your Car Sussex will continue with their board branding at Hanbury, and have their logos proudly emblazoned on the back of the home and away men’s senior […]
Nominations Invited for Club Committee Members
Haywards Heath Town FC would like to invite nominations for the Haywards Heath Town FC Committee to assist with the governance of the football club across our men’s, women’s and U18’s sides. The remit of the committee is as follows; We will be running an open session in the Blues Bar at Hanbury on Wednesday […]
Mansell McTaggart Remain as Main Club Sponsor for 2023-24 Season
Haywards Heath Town FC are delighted to announce that Mansell McTaggart will continue as Main Club Sponsor for the 23/24 season! The partnership will continue to see Mansell McTaggart have prominent branding at Hanbury Park, as well as be the front of shirt sponsor for our men’s senior team and U18’s, whilst their logo will […]
500 Club May Winners
1st Prize -Ian Cook – £100 2nd Prize – Jane Isherwood – £40 3rd Prize – Brian Mason – £20
500 Club April Winners
1st Prize -Alex Browning – £100 2nd Prize – Brian Mason – £60 3rd Prize – Gerry Brimicombe – £30
2023 / 2024 Season Tickets Announced
Application Forms for Season Tickets Now Available Season Ticket Applications are now welcomed for the 2023-24 season. Please complete the below form and return to the Club at [email protected] Season Ticket 2023-24 Application Form
500 Club March Winners
1st Prize – Malcolm Newnham – £100 2nd Prize – Rosemary Audis – £80 3rd Prize – Jane Isherwood – £50
Sheppey Match Report
Heath secure three vital points against promotion-chasing Sheppey Photos by Ray Turner The Heath welcomed promotion chasing Sheppey United to Hanbury looking for their first win in 13 games since a 3-2 victory against Lancing in mid January. Sheppey had won four straight including a 5-1 victory over Beckenham Town last time out, so came […]
Ramsgate Away Match Report
Heath have to settle for a point after injury time drama Photos by Ray Turner The Blues made the lengthy trip to table-topping Ramsgate at the weekend hoping to bounce back from the chastening defeat against Cray. Jay Lovett made three changes to his starting line up with Mario Gjini making his first start for […]
Cray Valley Match Report
Heath Lose out to Playoff chasing Cray Photos by Ray Turner The Heath entertained playoff chasing Cray Valley PM hoping for an upturn in fortunes, but would be up against it playing against a side that had 13 points from their previous five games, peaking at just the right time in the season. The visitors […]
Chatham Town Away Match Report
Blues battle for well earnt point at high flying Chats Photos by Ray Turner The Heath travelled to the Medway on Saturday to face promotion chasing Chatham Town on the back of the close fought game against Three Bridges mid-week. There was one change in the Heath’s starting line up, with Richard Pingling replacing Tom […]