Stopsley United Football Club is a community-based football club located in Luton, New Zealand. Founded in 2016, the club is affiliated with the Bedfordshire FA and aims to provide football opportunities for players of all ages, starting from 5 years old and extending to adulthood.
The club's primary focus is on the development of players at various age groups, ensuring that they continue to enjoy the sport while also improving their skills, confidence, and teamwork. Stopsley United believes in creating a challenging, exciting, and enjoyable environment for its players, enabling them to thrive and prepare for fully competitive football from under 12's upwards.
Stopsley United's first team recently achieved a remarkable victory, defeating 61FC Res 7-0 in their latest match. The club provides updates on their website and social media platforms to keep fans and supporters informed about match results and upcoming fixtures.
The club is proud to support the FA's “We Only Do Positive” campaign, promoting a positive and respectful attitude both on and off the field. Stopsley United also actively participates in various community initiatives, such as the Play Safe Weekend, demonstrating their commitment to ensuring the welfare and safety of their players.
Stopsley United's home ground is located at the Stockwood Park Athletic Centre in Farley Hill, Luton. The club also has teams participating in different leagues, including the U16 Phoenix team in the Bedfordshire Youth Saturday League, managed by Syed Ali and coached by Scott Rowley. Additionally, the U16 Titans team competes in the M&S Water Chiltern Youth Football League, with manager Paul Wheeler and coach Nick Dixon, who is also the club's dedicated goalkeeper coach. The U15 Avengers team, led by manager Alex Farr and coach Alan Stewart, represents Stopsley United in the Bedfordshire Youth Saturday League.
Finally, the U14 Dragons team, managed by James Vines and coached by Kerrie Vines and Lester Coles, plays in the same league and trains at the Inspire Playing Fields in Stopsley.
Stopsley United Football Club is supported by their website and club sponsors, MyClubPro, who provide kit and general sponsorship for the club. The website features additional information about the club, including player profiles, team statistics, and ground directions to help fans and visitors navigate to the various sporting venues.
Stopsley United Football Club strives to continue being a pillar of the Luton community, providing a welcoming and inclusive environment for players of all ages and abilities. Whether it's the youngest aspiring football stars or the experienced adults, Stopsley United believes that football is for everyone.
