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Have you got what it takes to be the driving force behind our community football development plan?
We're searching for a dynamic and motivated individual to take on the role of Football Development Officer. As the driving force behind our community football development plan, you'll play a pivotal role in nurturing talent, fostering inclusivity, and ensuring the smooth day-to-day operations of The New Croft site. In return, we offer a supportive and inclusive working environment, where your dedication and enthusiasm will be recognised and rewarded. You will also have the opportunity to undertake further development to enhance your career. If you’re ready to take your passion for... Read more...
Staff team building day out at Center Parcs UK !
We were lucky enough to be invited along to Center Parcs UK for a day of team building alongside our partners Wildblades on Monday !  We would like to a massive thank you to the incredible instructors at Center Parcs UK for making the day a truly memorable experience for us all ! Activities included Archery, Quad biking and Laser combat.....we will definitely be returning for more fun soon !!  Read more...
HCSA announces staff restructure and exciting job opportunities
Haverhill Community Sports Association [HCSA] is thrilled to announce a strategic staff restructure at The New Croft that will create new job opportunities and pave the way for further growth and innovation within the organisation. The New Croft, operationally now one of the largest community hubs in Suffolk, has operated on limited resources for a number of years whilst growing the facilities for the local community. The staff restructure will involve realigning roles and responsibilities across various departments within the organisation.  This strategic move will not only optimise operational efficiency... Read more...
Kids yoga workshops are back for the summer holidays !
Little Warrior's popular kids yoga workshops are back for the summer holidays. The yoga sessions will be a creative sequence about travelling around the world. Arts and crafts will include pressed flower art, sun catchers and calming glitter jars. Dates Available: Tuesday 25th July (9 spaces available)Tuesday 8th August (8 spaces available)Tuesday 22nd August (8 spaces available) Please contact Liz for more information:ehunter984@gmail.comTo book click on the link below:https://thelifestylestudios.myfitnessclass.com Read more...
Goundshare agreement confirmed with Cambridge City Women
Groundshare agreement confirmed with Cambridge City Women for the beginning of the 2023/24 season.  The Cambridgeshire tier four side will have use of The New Croft’s main stadium grass pitch and 3G stadia pitch for all first team Women’s fixtures. Cambridge City FC are currently undertaking works to build a new stadium at Sawston to enable them to bring the men’s, female and youth section under one roof.  Lois Balfour, Football Development Officer at The New Croft: “It’s no hidden fact that we are passionate about promoting girls and women’s football... Read more...
More girls football in Haverhill over June and July!
There’s something for all school ages at Energetic Endeavours - let’s get girls playing!  Energetic Endeavours lead by Head Coach and owner Laura Mills will be offering a range of unique football opportunities for both Girls and Women here in Haverhill over June and July 23 ! For further information on sessions currently available please contact Energetic Endeavours :  07480100152 info@energeticendeavours.co.uk Read more...
Balfour completes unique women’s coaching programme
Lois Balfour, HCSA Football Development Officer has completed a 3-month long coaching academy with Nike as part of The Powerhouse Project [PHP] to empower the next generation of female leaders in football.  Lois was selected to be one of twelve aspiring coaches to join the programme as part of the PHP second cohort. The programme aimed at providing an opportunity for female coaches with a UEFA C licence to improve their skills and experience to aid preparation ahead of taking the next step in their coaching journey on the UEFA... Read more...
Breaking ground at The New Croft
Construction of a £1.3 million second floodlit 3G pitch has started at The New Croft to enhance the football facilities for current clubs and those in and around the Haverhill area. A ground breaking ceremony was held on Monday to mark the milestone, attended by Haverhill Community Sports Association [HCSA] Directors Richard Herbert and Howard Cook, and HCSA Facilties & Football Manager, Peter betts.  Also in attendance were Tom Harrison HCSA Chair; Facilities & Football Development Assistant Sophie Grey and Finance Officer, Holly Mayhew.  The project, named the single largest... Read more...
Limitless summer camps are back in Haverhill at The New croft !
Limitless is back in Haverhill with our in demand Summer camps- our unrivalled multi activity days will be taking place at The New Croft centre are completely FREE! We will have Animal experiences, axe throwing, golf, inflatables, Sports and games, Arts and crafts, Magicians, Cooking and Baking plus many more!To Qualify for a no cost place your child must be in receipt of free school meals, a refugee or your family has struggled with the current financial crisis! To secure your place Click here to book please click the new... Read more...
Horlock at the helm of Haverhill Football Academy
Former Manchester City and West Ham United player Kevin Horlock has been appointed Academy Manager at Haverhill Football Academy. The ex-professional is set to be at the helm of the newly formed football academy launching in September giving students aged 16-19 a unique full-time football and education programme. Haverhill Football Academy has partnered with Haverhill Community Sixth form to allow students to study A-Levels, Level 3 vocational courses or a combination of the two alongside a competitive football programme. Kevin’s new role will include driving all post-16 programmes, educating students... Read more...
Funding confirmed to revamp football facilities
People living in Haverhill are set to benefit from fresh investment into local football facilities thanks to a £825k grant from the Premier League, The FA and Government’s Football Foundation. This investment will enable Haverhill Community Sports Association to create a second floodlit 3G football turf pitch at The New Croft to enhance it’s football facilities for current clubs and those in and around Haverhill.  These improved facilities will represent a significant improvement on the existing facility at The New Croft that will be used by Haverhill Rovers, Haverhill Borough... Read more...
Young people gain hands-on experience through new initiative
As part of our commitment to the local community, we’re giving young people the opportunity to shine and gain hands-on experience through our ‘World of Work’ initiative here at The New Croft. The initiative was launched earlier this year by The New Croft Foundation in a bid to support young people in the local area to better prepare them through the transition of education to employment. The opportunity is open to ambitious  students, looking to gain hands-on experience in a real life professional environment.  Edward Newall, an aspiring photographer and... Read more...