End of an Era – Under 18s
As the curtain comes down on our Maidenbower Colts FC U18 squad’s grassroots journey, we want to take a moment to recognise an exceptional group of young men. This team have largely been together since they joined us at U10, and they’ve consistently performed at a high level, showing quality, character and togetherness throughout. It’s […]
Under 18s Award Winners 2025
And, our U18s last ever annual awards as Colts! Players Player – Jack M Development Award – Alfie W Managers Player – Mason C Managers Player – Keir B Clubman Award – Callum W Clubman Award – Ben H Well done and congratulations to our award winners, and to the entire playing squad and coaching […]
Shoutout – U15 Girls
A fantastic effort from a mixed team of Colts girls who played in the South Park tournament on Friday evening. With our U15 squad a little short on numbers due to availability, a few of the U13 girls stepped up. A great development opportunity for them. The girls put in a tremendous showing without any […]
Shoutout – U18s
Congratulations to our retiring U18 Squad, who were awarded the Mid Sussex Youth League U18 Division 2 Respect Award for their 24/25 season. More to come on this group of players and coaches, and their time with Colts soon.
Under 13s Red Award Winners 2025
Under 13 Red Team Players Player- HarryManagers Player- LeoClubman Award – ArthurDevelopment Award-Mihai A great group of players, loving their football!
Shoutout – Ralph & Jax – Mini Colts
Ralph and Jax of our Mini Colts section were invited to attend the Brentford Talent ID even last night. What an incredible experience for these two young Colts as they ready themselves for league football, as U7s, next season!
Under 9s Red Award Winners 2025
Cody (GK) – Player’s Player & Manager’s Player Kieran – Manager’s Player Cayden – Player’s Player Toby – Clubman Award Parker – Development Award Honours – Crawley & District Youth League Cup Winners
Chairman’s Recognition Award
Mei-Li is a Year 10 Student at a local secondary school who came to us, for ten weeks as part of their Active Leaders programme. A seemingly shy young lady, she got stuck right into helping with the team and became a reliable part of delivering training sessions. Since then, Mei-Li has decided to stay […]
Chairman’s Recognition Award
Caitlin – Caitlin is a player with our U15 girls. She joined the U12/13 training sessions as a helper and as part of her Duke of Edinburgh award – a great thing by itself. But she has also decided to stay on and become a more permanent part of the coaching team – as well […]
Chairman’s Recognition Award
Sarah – Sarah is our Club Registrations & League Secretary. Her Son hasn’t played for the Colts for a little while, but she’s stayed with us in one of the most challenging Committee roles – one that doesn’t stop when the season stops. If anything, it gets busier, with affiliations, accreditations, league registrations, team and […]
Under 12s Girls – Commended Team Of The Season 2025
These boys had a very challenging season. In fact, they hadn’t won a game all season until their very last game when they were truly incredible and would have beaten any team in their division. All be-it to late for their season, it all just clicked – they deserved that win, and the clean sheet, […]
Under 15s Red – Commended Team Of The Season 2025
These boys had a very challenging season. In fact, they hadn’t won a game all season until their very last game when they were truly incredible and would have beaten any team in their division. All be-it to late for their season, it all just clicked – they deserved that win, and the clean sheet, […]
Chairman’s Recognition Award
Chairman’s Recognition Award – Amie Amie is a player with our U15 girls. On the pitch, she excels and becomes a true leader and the king pin of the team. It’s amazing what football, and team sports, can do for young people – and Amie loves that playing football gives her an outlet that allows […]
Under 16s PD Award Winners 2025
Mangers player – Ryan Players Player – Alfie Development Award – Dylan Clubman Award – Matt They’ve had a marvellous season, playing in the Sussex Disability League this season.
Under 12s PD Award Winners 2025
Our two U12 Pan Disability Teams Clubman Award – Zara & Ruby Development Award – Zak & Mika Players Player – Oscar & Kayten Managers Player – Henry & Emilio This incredible bunch of young Colts will line up again in the Sussex Disability League next season, having had great fun playing together this season.
Under 9s Yellow – Team Of The Season Winners 2025
Team of the Season – our first ever U9 Yellow – Their first season with the club, and they’ve thrown themselves at being part of the club. They’ve had some incredible successes on the pitch, with some insane stats- in league, cups and tournaments. But what has stood out most is that this team loves […]
Under 15s Red Award Winners 2025
Managers Player – Luke T Players Player – Luke T Development Award – Charlie E Clubman Award – Caleb Well done and congratulations boys!
Under 13s Black Award Winners 2025
Clubman Award – Tommy Development Award – Matthew Managers Player – Jack Players Player – Jack Well done boys! Great effort last season.
Under 13s White Award Winners 2025
Manager’s Player – Willow Development – Poppy Clubman – Emily Player’s Player – Honey Parent’s Player – Lucy A fantastic group of players – well done.
Under 12s Yellow Winners 2025
U12 Yellow Team Development Award – Kayla Clubman Award – Sophia Managers Player – Jessica Y Parents Player – Evelyn Players Player – Hayley Honours: – Finished runners up in their division, gaining promotion in their first season – Club Commended Team 24/25 Incredible first season – congratulations!
Under 12s White Award Winners 2025
Managers Player – Thomas Players Player – Isaac Development Award – Christian Clubman Award – Miles Well done – outstanding effort this season.
Under 8s Black Award Winners 2025
Players Player – Jackson Managers Player – Alessandro Development Award – Emilio Clubman Award – Daniel Honours: Runners-up in the CYDL Cup Final Well done, team!!!
Under 7s Award Winners 2025
Manager’s Player – Dylan Players Player – Oscar Development Award – Indy Clubman Award – Corban Golden Boots – Ronnie A great first season for these young Colts – this group will form two teams at U8 next season – exciting for everyone.
Under 12s Black Award Winners 2025
Under 13 Red Team Players Player- HarryManagers Player- LeoClubman Award – ArthurDevelopment Award-Mihai A great group of players, loving their football!
Mini Colts Award Winners 2025
Our brilliant Mini Colts joined us for our Annual Awards & Family Day to receive their Club Participation Awards. Those of age will graduate to play as U7s next season across two teams. We’re very excited to see this talented bunch unleashed on the Crawley & District Youth League in September!! Mini-Colts will be relaunching […]
Under 15s Black Award Winners 2025
Manager’s Player – Ava Players Player – Mia B Development Award – Jess Clubman Award – Mia C A group of players who just seem to love playing football together, and who have developed so well through this last season. Well done!
Under 9s White Award Winners 2025
U9 White Team Manager’s Player – Evie Players player – Leo Development Award – Max Clubman Award – Noah A great first season – made fantastic progress together, well done all
Club Annual Awards & Family Day
On Sunday, our #footballfamily came together to celebrate last season’s achievements and to recognise everything that makes being a Colt so special. It was a day filled with pride, joy, and community spirit, bringing together players, families, coaches, and supporters. Moments like these remind us that football is about more than just the game — […]
Shoutout – U9s Yellow
Maidenbower Colts FC U9 Yellows competed at the Steyning U9 tournament today in very hot and sticky conditions. Coach Graham said: “They played fantastically well in the group stage, winning 5 and drawing 1 to come top and go through to the knockout phase. They battled hard in their semi final but unfortunately this time […]
Shoutout – U13 Girls
The Maidenbower Colts FC girls finished the day on a high yesterday with South Park Reigate FC’s U13 Girls 9v9 tournament. Coach Karen said: “We saw some great team performances from the girls yesterday, despite the heat and after a full day at school! There was a positive end to the evening after some very […]
Shoutout – U12 Red
Maidenbower Colts U12 Girls put on a fantastic display of football at the South Park Reigate Tournament last night, going up against some brilliant teams. The girls took the opportunity to try out different positions across the pitch. Despite it being a Friday evening after a full week at school, they gave it their all […]
Shoutout – U13 Red
Our U13 Red Team attended the Roffey Robins Tournament today, not conceding a goal throughout the stages, going on to win the final 6-5 on penalties. Well done Colts!!
Shoutout – U12s Girls
Maidenbower Coots FC U12 girls took the opportunity to relax in between games at the Barnham Trojan girls tournament at the weekend. Coach Cat said: “The girls battled hard in every game, even when the heavens opened! It was great to see them work so well as a team against some tough competition.” Team Sponsor: […]
National Volunteers Week – Thank You
National Volunteers Week – Thank You. As part of National Volunteers Week, we want to shine a light on the incredible people who make Maidenbower Colts FC what it is. We’re extremely lucky to have such a dedicated group of volunteers – from our coaches who plan and run training sessions, who manage every thing […]
Shoutout – U15 Girls
Maidenbower Colts FC U15 Girls Team came together to enjoy their end of season get together today, playing a round of footgolf followed by a picnic lunch.
Shoutout – U9s Yellow
Maidenbower Colts FC’s U9 Yellow Team ended their season with a trip to the Crystal Palace FC’s Academy on Friday evening. They absolutely loved the experience to play at such a fabulous facility and to play a very technical U9 Crystal Palace FC team. After such a brilliant season they deserved to test themselves and […]
Golden Glove Winner – U18s
7 years ago, our now U18s found themselves in urgent need of a goalkeeper just as the season kicked off. Up stepped Miles Wynne — who had never played league football before — to take on one of the most pivotal roles in the team. Fast forward to now and we’re incredibly proud to share […]
Shoutout – U9s Yellow
Maidenbower Colts FC U9 Yellow Team attended the Sussex Sixes at Uckfield Grasshoppers F. this weekend. They managed to come through the group stages with an undefeated record and conceding no goals in the process to progress to the 1/4 finals . After a flying start to the 1/4 final Colts found themselves 2-0 up […]
Shoutout – U12 & U13 Girls
It was a good mix of football, fun and ice cream for the U12 and U13 girls at Henfield FC’s youth tournament this weekend. Some great football played by both Colts teams and a lot of laughter off the pitch. Thanks to Henfield FC for putting on such a well-organised tournament. Team Sponsors: DNA Ltd
Shoutout – U9s Yellow
Maidenbower Colts Yellows U9 team competed at the Redhill FC Tournament in the beautiful spring sunshine today. They managed to top their group without conceding a goal putting them into the semi finals to face another tough opposition. They battled brilliantly in their Semi Final to come out victorious and to set up a final […]
Match Report – U18s
Mid Sussex League U18s League Match 🗓️ 27/04/25🆚 Hailsham🏟️ Hailsham 3G⏱️ 7-0 win🌟 Mason Coach Darren said: They think it’s all over, it is now! With great sadness and a lot of pride I write our last ever match report! What a journey it has been for myself and the team over the last decade. […]
Match Report – U12s Red
MATCH REPORT- Maidenbower Colts U12 Red Team 🗓️ 27/04/25🆚 Crawley Down Gatwick Youth U12s🏟️ King George V playing field⏱️ 1-0 WIN⚽️ Tabi⭐️ Evelyn & Sophia Coach Cat said: “After 5 weeks with no games, the team was eager to get out on the pitch for our last game of the season. “We started the first […]
Shoutout – U8s Black
Colts U8 Travel Away to Crystal Palace for Double-Header 25/04/2025 U8 Crystal Palace Performance Team Crystal Palace Academy (AWAY) Player of the Match: Emilio Coach Constantin: “What an amazing experience for our U8 Black team, who travelled to the Crystal Palace Academy for a mini tournament against their U8 performance teams. It was a brilliant […]
Player Recruitment – U10s (2025/26 Season)
Current School Year 4, going to year 5 in September. Maidenbower Colts FC, an award-winning, Two-Star Accredited grassroots youth football club, is looking to recruit 3-4 players to strengthen our U10s squad for the 2025/26 season. This mid-level team currently plays in the Crawley & District Youth Football League on Sundays, with training on Wednesday […]
Match Report – U9s Red
🗓️ 13/04/24🏟️ K2⭐️ POTM – Kieran 🏆FINAL Coach Tom said: 🏆 FINAL🏆 In the long anticipated final of the CYDL cup Colts were eager to go one step further than last year. Colts were outplayed in the first 10 minutes going 2-0 down early on in the match and seemed a bit shellshocked. With a […]
Match Report – U8s Red
06/04/25 Broadfield Pitch and Pavilion Kieran 2, Kyrie 1, Jacob 1, Luca 1 POTM: Team Coach Brian said: Congratulations to the whole team. Glorious sunny conditions for a tough, competitive match. The lads showed real bravery and hard work from training paid off in reaching the final. Strong goals and defending throughout. We pressed well […]
Match Report – U18s
06/04/25 Hassocks Maidenbower Park 3-2 Loss George & Keir Coach Darren said: Super Effort!! Only 11 players available today, no subs due to injury and family commitments. Also, without our GK Miles. George with a torn hamstring went in goal so we had enough players. The whole match he made some superb saves but due […]
Shoutout – U12s & U13s Girls
After a season of wet and cold matchdays, our U12s and U13s joined forces and made the most of the sunny weather with a friendly at Ashington. Despite the girls not usually playing together, there was some great link up play with lots of opportunities created. A hard fought game that finished 2-2. A big […]
Match Report – U9s Red
MATCH REPORT – Maidenbower Colts U9 Red Team 06/04/24 K2 POTM – Kieran Semi-Final Coach Tom said: In the semi-final of the CYDL Cup, and with only 7 players available, it was always going to require a massive effort against a strong side. Both teams started well, with Colts soaking up some early pressure. Kieran […]
2025-2026 U16s Open Trials
For anyone looking for a change of environment next season, our current U15s will be holding an open training session for experienced players currently in Year 10. We can also consider strong Year 9 players who wish to play up a year.Next season, this team will compete as U16s in the Horsham & District Youth […]
Match Report – U12 Red
🗓️ 23/03/25🆚 Lindfield Leopards U12s🏟️ Danehill Recreation Ground⏱️ 10-0 WIN⚽️ Evelyn x3, Amelie, Willow x2, Tabi, Jess D, Evie & Jess Y⭐️ Evelyn & SophiaCoach Cat said: “A great team performance today with plenty of goal action. The girls took the learning from last week’s silent support game and made sure their voices were the […]
Our Girls teams are recruiting!
With an exciting summer of football ahead, we’re looking for enthusiastic new players to join our thriving girls’ section and help strengthen our teams as we prepare for the new season. Whether your daughter is already playing or looking for a fresh challenge, if she’s currently in Year 6 to Year 10 and loves the […]
Shoutout – U9s Yellow
On Thursday evening our U9 Yellow Team travelled away for a friendly against Crystal Palace FC’s U9 Performance Centre Team The Colts boys really enjoyed the experience and opportunity to challenge themselves. They represented the club exceptionally well, continuing their incredible season with a favourable result! Well done Colts and thank you to Crystal Palace […]
Congratulations Coach Karen & Coach Cat!
We are absolutely delighted to congratulate Coach Karen and Coach Cat on successfully achieving their UEFA C Diploma! Karen, as the Coach of our U13 Girls Team, Girls Football Lead, and a valued Committee Member, has been instrumental in driving the growth of girls’ football at the club. Cat, as the Coach of our U12 […]
Shoutout – U16s Girls
SUSSEX COUNTY CUP FINALISTS Our U16 Girls are playing in the Sussex County Cup Final this Sunday against Bognor Regis Town this coming Sunday. The match is taking place at Sussex FA Headquarters with a 10:30am KO. Wishing you lots of luck girls! SQUAD: Maddy (1), Tianna (2), Heidi (3), Milly (4), Jess (5), Tish […]
Match Report – U12 Reds
09/03/25 Cranleigh U12 Cosmos Blue Snoxhall Fields 2-1 WIN Evie x2 Hayley Coach Cat said: “This game proved challenging from the first whistle. Cranleigh Blue dominated from the first whistle, which resulted in a goal within the first 10 minutes. The Colts didn’t let it affect their game and continued to push. The girls started […]
Match Report – U18s
09/03/25 Ringmer Langley Green Playing Fields 7-1 Charlie x 4, Jack M, Alfie, Kieran Alfie Coach Darren said: The magnificent 11.. No subs today because of injury and illness. After last weeks frustrating performance the team piled on the pressure from the first whistle. Charlie started his goal tally within 25 seconds! Four minutes in […]
International Women’s Day
Happy International Women’s Day to all our female players, volunteers and parents and carers. Today, we celebrate the contribution these people make, creating a safe and inclusive space, shaping the future of football for girls at Maidenbower Colts FC. Thank you for your support and dedication! Girls Section Sponsor: DNA
Match Report – U18s
Mid Sussex League U18s League Match 02/03/25 Southwick Rangers Southwick Recreational Ground 1-0 Kieran Kiera Coach Darren said: We had a 2pm late kick off for our match against Southwick Rangers. The match did not go accordinging to plan and we had a very frustrating experience. The team did not play their best football and […]
Match Report – U12 Red Team
02/03/25 Cuckfield United Whiteman’s Green Rec 3-0 WIN Jess Y, Willow & Evie Evie & Evelyn Coach Cat said: “After weeks of rain, illness and injury, we finally got to play in the glorious sunshine with a full squad! Due to our opponents suffering some illness/injury we played 8-a-side, meaning players had to work harder […]
Match Report – U13 White Team
🗓️ 23/02/25🆚 Peacehaven and Telscombe Youth U13 Girls🏟️ Peacehaven Sports Ground⏱️ 3-0 loss⭐️ Tabi Coach Rob said: “Our final game of the season against division leaders, who have posted some big score-lines, was always going to be challenging. With a depleted team due to illness, the girls worked really hard until the final whistle, despite […]
Match Report – U15 Girls
23/2/25 Seaford Town Seaford 2-0 Win Bethany X2 Coach Anthony said: In our last away game of the season, we played a very good Seaford side that were undefeated in the league. Colts had the best possible start, scoring in the second minute of the game. For the next 30 minutes, the girls defended brilliantly, […]
Match Report – U18s
Mid Sussex League U18s League Match 09/02/25 Sovereign Saints Oriel School 3-0 Jack S Charlie, Jack M, Nathan T Coach Darren said: An all round awesome performance, is the only way I can describe our match. We played simple and effective football. The break came in the first half from a corner. George delivered the […]
Joma Roadshow
Emma, our Club Kit & Equipment Manager, and our Club Chairman, Richie visited the @jomasportuk regional roadshow in partnership with our long term kit supplier @premierinstagram . We’re very excited about our new home kit incoming for next season and for the additions to our online club shop which is undergoing a revamp and relaunch. […]
Match Report – U18s
Mid Sussex League U18s League Match 19/01/25 Hailsham Oriel School 4-1 win Jack M George, Charlie, Keir Coach Darren said: At late afternoon kick up at Oriel school saw us host Hailsham. We started very quickly and nearly got instant goals, both George and Charlie just going the other side of the post. One could […]