Hadley FC, founded in 1882, is the oldest football club in Barnet and currently plays in The Southern Football League Division One Central. The team's home ground is located at Brickfield Lane, which is where fans come to cheer on the players with the chant “COME ON YOU BRICKS!
The team recently had an exciting match on Saturday 23rd December 2023 against Stotfold, where they secured a victory with a score of 2-1. Peter Rosemin scored the first goal for Hadley, and although Stotfold managed to equalise, Germaine Dua sealed the win with a header before the half-time whistle blew. The second half saw a competitive game, but no more goals were scored, allowing Hadley to clinch all three points. The lineup for this match included Ward, Alfieri, Dickson, Ferguson, Dua, Rolfe, Stones, Uribarri, Rosemin, Chaney, and Alfano.
Hadley's next match will be against Thame United on Saturday 6th January 2024, also at Brickfield Lane, with kick-off at 15:00. Fans can find all the upcoming matches and the current league table on the club's official website.
For passionate supporters of Hadley FC, season tickets for the 2023-24 season are available for only 50. By purchasing a season ticket, fans also have a chance to win big cash prizes at the end of the season. The club encourages supporters to order their season tickets on the website.
The club is proud to be associated with various sponsors, including platinum sponsors J&J Roofing Supplies, Winkworth Barnet, Aylmer Muswell Hill Billy Brewers, and many others. Gold sponsors are also recognised, such as Blinkhorns, The Gate Arkley, and Elstree Studios. Likewise, there are several silver sponsors associated with the club.
Hadley FC is affiliated with the Hertfordshire Football Association and participates in The Pitching In Southern League for the first team and the Herts Senior County League for the Saturday Vets team. The club's renowned nickname is “The Bricks,” and their official colours are red shirts, black shorts, and black socks. The alternate colours consist of blue shirts, blue shorts, and blue socks, while the third kit features yellow shirts, white shorts, and white socks.
On matchdays, tickets are priced at 10 for adults, 5 for concessions (over 65's and under 16's), and children under 12 can attend for free. Season tickets can be purchased for 50, offering a great value for fans. Printed matchday programmes are available for purchase at the ground for 2.
The club's management committee plays a significant role in overseeing the operations of Hadley FC. The committee members include Steve Grey (Chairman), Guy Slee (Vice-Chairman), Bob Henderson (General Secretary), Tristan Smith (President & Commercial Manager), Ian Grey (Committee member), Mick Hore (Committee member), Rob Jones (Committee member), and Dave Pearce (Committee member). Additionally, there are several honorary life members and vice presidents associated with the club.
According to FA Rule 2. 13 (Publication of Ownership), Hadley Football Club is fully owned by Hadley Football Club Limited, a company incorporated on 1 August 2022 and registered as Company Number 14266734. The directors of Hadley Football Club Limited are Oliver Deed, Steve Grey, Graham Hill, Robert Kent, and Stephen Pankhurst, with Steve Grey holding a significant interest as defined by the Football Association.