Busy spell for the Rooks

The postponed Blue Square South home match against Eastleigh, which was originally scheduled for the Saturday before Christmas, has now been re-arranged for January 6th, kick off 7.45pm

This is sandwiched in between two major away trips against Dover, on New Year's Day, and the FA Trophy Third round encounter away to Kidderminster Harriers on January 9th…

Little joy for Lewes at Thurrock

Lewes failed to build on their spectacular Boxing Day result, suffering a 3-1 reverse at Thurrock this afternoon.

A good first half performance saw few chances for either side, as their contrasting styles cancelled each other out…

Keehan hatrick as Rooks demolish Dover

Lewes supporters were treated to the most improbable Christmas present this afternoon with an amazing 6-2 thrashing of second-placed Dover Athletic.

The result lifts Lewes out the bottom three for the first time since August, but it was the manner of the victory which was as impressive as the result itself…

Happy Christmas!

Lewes FC would like to wish all supporters and friends a very Merry Christmas and a Happy New Year.

2009 has been a difficult year in many ways, both on and off the pitch, but with your continuing support we can hopefully look forward to a new year that offers much to be proud of for the club, although there is still much work to be done to secure our future…

Lewes progress in FA Trophy

First half goals from Steven Brinkhurst, Tim Rivers and Scott Chamberlain helped Lewes claim a place in the second round of the FA Trophy this evening.

The game survived the freezing temperatures but the Rooks kept the supporters warm by racing into a three goal lead within half an hour.…

Eastleigh game postponed

This afternoon's league match against Eastleigh has been postponed.

There was a chance that by clearing the snow off the pitch that the game could go ahead but there was a fear that this could actually damage the pitch in the process, as well as exposing the surface to colder temperatures during the afternoon…

Lewes seal Ramsey loan deal

A busy week at the Dripping Pan has seen Scott Ramsey sign for the Rooks on a one month loan deal from Hastings United.

Ramsey has been out of the Hastings team recently and United manager Tony Dolby was happy for the player to get some action with Lewes.…

Siggy returns to the Pan

Christmas has come early for Rooks fans following the shock return of Lewes legend Jean-Michel Sigere to the Dripping Pan.

Lewes manager Steve Ibbitson announced Sigere's signing this afternoon and is hopeful that the player's registration will go through in time for the Eastleigh game on Saturday…

Hampton game postponed

Tonight's FA Trophy replay against Hampton & Richmond Borough has been postponed.…

FA Trophy draw update

Lewes will face a trip to Kidderminster Harriers if they win Wednesday night's FA Trophy replay.…

Rangers knock out the Rooks

Lewes Ladies bowed out the Women's FA Cup this afternoon at the hands of QPR.

The visitors progressed into the next round with a 5-0 victory. although a controversial penalty with the score at 2-0 really ended any hopes of a Lewes comeback, despite a good overall perfomance from the Rooks…

Hampton stalemate means Trophy replay on Wednesday

Lewes will face Hampton & Richmond Borough again on Wednesday night following Saturday's scoreless FA Trophy draw in Middlesex.

Neither side could make an impression during a dull first half although Lewes keeper Rikki Banks kept Lewes in the game with a point blank save from Ian Hodges after half an hour…

QPR take on the Ladies on Sunday in the FA Cup

Lewes Ladies are in action on Sunday in the Women's FA Cup.

They take on Premier Southern Division side QPR for a place in Monday's 5th round draw…

Rooks visit Dorchester next week

Lewes travel to Dorchester Town next Tuesday 15th December for their re-arranged Blue Square South fixture.

This was postponed earlier in the month due to Dorchester's Dorset Senior Cup match which they lost to Wessex Premier side Wimbourne Town…

he shot, he scored, he must be down the dripping pan

Albion legend Peter Ward will be in the Rook Inn tomorrow (Wednesday night) signing copies of his new biography "He Shot, he Scored."

Ward played for Brighton between 1975 and 1980, scoring 36 goals in the 1976-77 season and was an instrumental player in the Seagulls' promotion to the old Division One in 1978…

Youth match postponed this evening

Tonight's youth team match against Horsham YMCA has been postponed due to a waterlogged pitch.…

Lewes still searching for first away win

Lewes came close to securing their first win on the road this season but let ten man Maidenhead snatch a late draw.

A drab game burst into life in the 59th minute when Kane Louis ran onto David Wheeler's neat through ball down the left wing…

Brinkhurst on loan at the Dripping Pan

Lewes lad Steven Brinkhurst has joined the Rooks on loan from Brighton and Hove Albion.

The first year pro has been signed for a month and will go straight into the squad for tomorrow's visit to Maidenhead United…

Rooks host Rangers in Women's FA Cup

Queens Park Rangers are the visitors to the Dripping Pan for the third round of the Women's FA Cup.…

Ladies make FA Cup progress

Lewes Ladies made sure of a place in the hat for the third round of the Ladies FA Cup on Sunday with a resounding 5-1 victory over Haringey Borough at the Dripping Pan.

The visitors came into the game on the back of some good league form this season, but the Rooks showed the sort of form that seemed to be ever present for much of last season in some difficult conditions…

Dorchester match postponed

The Rooks' BSS encounter with Dorchester Town, originally scheduled for Tuesday 1 December, has now been postponed.

The Magpies now have a Dorset County Cup tie against Wimbourne Town on that date, and this takes precendence over league fixtures…

Lewes beaten but not embarrassed

Lewes lost their first home match since September this afternoon against league leaders Newport County.

Although on paper the 0-3 defeat looks a heavy one, the Rooks showed plenty of battle and spirit and almost provided a shock opening after three minutes when Scott Rogers cleared off the line…

Ladies at home in the FA Cup on Sunday

Lewes Ladies face Haringey Borough in the 2nd round of the Women's FA Cup on Sunday.…

Ibbo named Lewes Personality of the Year

Lewes manager Steve Ibbitson was named 2009 Lewes Personality of the Year at the prestigious Fatstock Dinner on Wednesday night.

Steve, who is not only manager of the first team but is an important member of the club's Management Committee, was the runaway winner in the poll which was organised and presented by Viva Lewes and is deserved recognition for all his hard work since taking over the manager's role last March…

"Victory" No 1 - Lewes survive Winding Up petition

Lewes FC have been given more time to pay their outstanding debt following today's appointment at the High Court.

September's original Winding Up petition from the HMRC, which was adjourned for three months, was heard again this morning but adjourned for a second time until January 13th 2010…

Victory No 2 - Lewes progress in the FA Trophy

Lewes earned themselves a place in the 1st round of the FA Trophy this evening with a 1-0 win over Eastleigh.

The Rooks secured tonight's replay following Jack Walder's 94th minute equaliser on Saturday, and the match was their third succesive encounter against the Hampshire side having lost 1-0 in the league earlier this month…

Lewes host Eastleigh on Wednesday

The third consecutive game between Lewes and Eastleigh takes place on Wednesday evening at the Dripping Pan.

Having secured a draw thanks to Jack Walder's late equaliser in Hampshire, the FA Trophy replay is scheduled for Wednesday, kick off 7.45pm…

FA Trophy draw news

Lewes will travel to Hampton & Richmond Borough in the first round of the FA Trophy if they beat Eastleigh in Wednesday night's replay.…

Late drama at Eastleigh forces an FA Trophy replay

A late, late goal from Jack Walder secured a 1-1 draw at Eastleigh on Saturday in the 3rd qualifying round of the FA Trophy.…

Lewes Football Club faces second HMRC Winding Up Petition

Lewes Football Club (LFC) is due in the High Court again next Wednesday 25 November as HMRC seeks a Winding Up Order on the club’s outstanding debts.

At the first hearing in September, the club faced a total debt to HMRC of about £115k, made up of £107k debt from the previous tax year and about £8k of current tax due for payment. The judge granted LFC a three month adjournment, with the club having paid the current tax due and a lump sum of £30k, with further payments due to be made in the interim…

Lewes release two players

Lewes FC has reluctantly released non-contract players Sam Crabb and Evan Archibald this week.  …

Kids go free - until the end of the season!

Lewes FC are pleased to announce that the recent "Kids Go Free" offer has been extended for the remainder of the season.

In response to fans' requests, the Management Committee decided to let kids under 14 in for free for the last two home games - the abandoned St Albans match and the win over Hampton & Richmond Borough - on a trial basis to see whether it improved attendances…

Ibbitson philosophical after Eastleigh defeat

Lewes manager Steve Ibbitson refused to make excuses after Saturday’s defeat at Eastleigh, but looked forward to next week’s re-match in the FA Trophy by claiming: “We’ve got another six players to throw into the mix.”

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Spitfires gun down the Rooks

An unfortunate second minute own goal from Scott Manning was enough to give play-off chasing Eastleigh the win this afternoon in Hampshire.

Manning was only called into action after Andy Pearson suffered a hamstring injury in the warm-up, yet despite the early set-back, the youngster, and his team-mates, showed great maturity and commitment and certainly matched their opponents for much of the match…

Ladies drawn against Haringey

Lewes Ladies have been handed a home tie in the FA Women's Cup, against Haringey Borough.

Haringey play in the Eastern Region Women's Football League which is one step below the SE Combination League in which Lewes play, and have won five of seven matches so far this season, with two draws…

Ladies through in FA Cup

Lewes Ladies are in the hat for the 2nd round of the FA Cup for the second season running.

They beat Ipswich 5-2 this afternoon at the Dripping Pan, with two goals each from Emma Millington and Charlotte Bennett, and one from Claire Trafford…

Lewes snatch win against Beavers

Lewes notched back-to-back home wins this afternoon with a 1-0 victory over Hampton & Richmond.

A fantastic goalkeeping display from Rikki Banks was the key to the Rooks winning only their second game of the season…

Kids go free on Saturday

The Rooks are preparing to welcome the next generation of supporters to the Dripping Pan on Saturday.

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Rooks face trip to Eastleigh in the Trophy

Lewes have been drawn away to Eastleigh in the 3rd Qualifying round of the FA Trophy.…

Lewes youngsters in England trials

Three Lewes youth team players were involved in England Schools trials last weekend.

Winger Arron Hopkinson, goalkeeper JJ Banasco-Zaragoza and striker Tim Rivers all took part in the first stage trials for a place in the England Schools squad which will contest the defence of the Carnegie Centenary Shield next spring…

Rooks in controversial defeat

Lewes were denied a certain last-minute penalty at Park View Road, as they suffered a 1-0 defeat against Welling United.

Referee Mr Harris decided not to award the spot kick despite Welling captain Jack Parkinson's high tackle on Andy Pearson as he burst through…

Rooks beaten by the fog

This evening's match against St Albans was abandoned at half time because of fog, with the game still goal-less.…

Lewes throws the gates open to the youngsters

The next generation of Lewes fans can watch the next two games at the Dripping Pan for free.

In an effort to encourage more young Rooks supporters to watch a match, the forthcoming games against St Albans on Wednesday and Hampton & Richmond on November 7th will be free to youngsters under 14 years old…

Lewes win!

Lewes won their first game of the season with a fine 2-1 victory at home to Bishops Stortford.

The Rooks went behind in the 31st minute when Glen Southam headed in Charlie Sheringham's cross, but Lewes performed magnificently to claim an equaliser,albeit in controversial circumstances…

U18's crash out

Lewes Under 18's were beaten by Maidstone United this evening in the FA Youth Cup.

The Stones put on a measured display and they were ultimately too strong for the Rooks, who were visibly disappointed at the end of the match…

Rooks meet the horses

Lewes FC are pleased to announce their first major fundraiser of the new season - a raceday at Brighton racecourse.

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U18's in FA Youth Cup action

Lewes Under 18's take on Maidstone United on Tuesday night in the 3rd Qualifying round of the FA Youth Cup.

Having accounted for Hastings United in the previous round, the Rooks will need to be prepared to face a tough challenge from the Kent side, who overcame their near neighbours Dartford in the second round…

Ibbitson remains upbeat despite defeat

Lewes manager Steve Ibbitson spoke of his disappointment at losing against Weston-Super-Mare, but re-iterated his dedication to improve matters on the pitch.…

Search for first league win continues

Lewes are still without a win in the Blue Square South this season, losing 3-2 this afternoon at Weston-Super-Mare.

The Rooks travelled to Somerset hopeful that they could steal the points off the team lying one place and one point above them, but this looked unlikely in the 12th minute when Dave Gilroy, on-loan from Newport County put the Seagulls ahead…

Ladies through in County Cup

Lewes Ladies steered into the Quarter Finals of the Sussex County Cup on Wednesday night with a 4-1 win over Whitehawk Ladies.

Two goals from Kirstie Spice, one from Katie Hodges and an own goal ensured a successful first game defence of the title the Rooks won last season…

Ladies begin County Cup defence

Lewes Ladies travel to Whitehawk on Wednesday as they begin the defence of their their Sussex County Cup title.

Kick off is 7.30pm and everyone is encouraged to pop down and support the Rooks…

Rooks' cup adventure ends

Lewes will play no further part in this season's FA Cup after a disappointing 3-0 defeat at Wealdstone.

For the second season running, the Rooks have gone out to lower league opposition, although the hosts showed exactly why they are riding high in the Ryman Premier Division with a fine display that had Lewes chasing shadows for much of the game…

October Half Term Soccer School

The Lewes FC Community & Eductaion Scheme will be running a Soccer School for the October Half Term.

Sessions will focus upon children enjoying football whilst learning new skills and developing their existing skills in a relaxed environment. Technical skills are developed as well as participating in fun games and small-sided games. Click here for more information…

Grant signs for the Seagulls

Lewes defender Grant Hall has signed for Brighton & Hove Albion until the end of the season.…

U18's through in FA Youth Cup

Lewes U18's steered past Hastings United in the FA Youth Cup second qualifying round at the Dripping Pan this evening.

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U18 in FA Youth Cup action

Lewes Under 18's take on Hastings United on Tuesday night in the next round of the FA Youth Cup.…

Lewes and Staines produce another draw

Blue Square South's draw specialists met this afternoon at the Dripping Pan - and the outcome was inevitable.…

Battle of the Birds at the Pan

The Rooks take on the Swans tomorrow afternoon as Staines become the latest visitors to the Dripping Pan.

Staines have won three league matches this season although they have taken maximum points only once in their last nine league games, losing twice and drawing six others…

Rooks make cup progress

Lewes moved into the third qualifying round of the FA Cup this evening with a hard fought, but well deserved win after extra time, against Ryman South side Leatherhead.

Joe Keehan's headed goal in the 102nd minute atoned for an earlier penalty miss during the second half when Lewes were firmly on top…

Away tie for Rooks in FA CUp

The winners of tomorrow night's FA Cup 2nd Qualifying Round replay at Leatherhead have been given a very tough away fixture to Wealdstone in this morning's 3rd Round Qualifying draw.…

Leatherhead force replay

Lewes will have to travel to Leatherhead on Tuesday after a 1-1 draw in this afternoon's FA Cup tie.…

Leatherhead set to visit the Pan for FA Cup Clash

Ryman South side Leatherhead are the visitors to the Dripping Pan on Saturday in the second qualifying round of the FA Cup.

Leatherhead are currently mid table but will prove wily opponents for the Rooks, especially with a good number of travelling supporters expected to make the short journey down from Surrey…

U18's progress in FA Youth Cup

Lewes U18's are through to the next round of the FA Youth Cup following a 4-0 win at Whyteleafe this evening.…

Rooks notch first win

Lewes progressed in the Sussex Senior Cup this evening with a 2-1 win at Arundel.…

Lewes in Senior Cup action

Lewes are in Sussex Senior Cup action this coming Tuesday 22nd September.

The Rooks have been drawn away to County League 1 side Arundel, kick off 7.45pm…

Wheeler goal can't save the rooks

Lewes let a goal lead slip through their fingers as they were beaten by Maidenhead this afternoon.…

Under 18's win

Lewes Under 18's continued their good start to the season with a 2-1 win over Eastbourne Town.…

Rooks drawn at Home in the FA Cup

The Rooks have been drawn at home against Leatherhead FC. The tie will be be played on Saturday 26th September

Leatherhead currently lie mid-table in the Ryman Division One (South)…

Sunday update

Lewes U18 and Lewes Ladies both enjoyed a successful Sunday on the pitch.…

Lewes battle in bath

After ten games, Lewes are still hunting for their first win of the season despite a spirited second half performance at Twerton Park which saw them come back from behind to share the points.…

Rooks go down in Essex

An improved second-half performance by Lewes was still not enough to give them a first win in Blue Square South as they slipped to a 2-1 defeat at Chelmsford City.…

Lewes U18 make cup progress

Lewes Under 18's fixed up a date in the next round of the FA Youth Cup with a win against Folkestone Invicta.

The Rooks took a deserved 1-0 lead into half time courtesy of Grant Hall who was a first half sub the previous evening for the first team at Chelmsford City…

Youth in Cup action

Lewes Under 18's are in action tomorrow evening in the FA Youth Cup.

Last season, the team reached the third round, bowing out to Premiership side Hull City 2-1 and this year's team will hope to emulate last year's achievement…

Lewes hold up Basingstoke

A strong performance from Lewes this afternoon belied the nineteen places between them and opponents Basingstoke Town with a hard-earned goal less draw…

Ladies beat the fleet

Lewes Ladies continued their fine start to the season with a 2-0 win over Ebbsfleet United this evening.…

Lewes FC survives Winding Up Order

Lewes Football Club has survived a winding-up order in the High Court today.…

Youth and Ladies team news

The youth team kick off their season this evening with a match at the Dripping Pan against Leatherhead. …

No holiday joy for the rooks

Lewes completed a miserable bank holiday weekend this afternoon with a 3-0 defeat at Bromley.…

Ibbitson laments Lewes naivety

Lewes manager Steve Ibbitson wasn’t too happy after the visit of Woking to the Dripping Pan yesterday.

He said “I’m very, very disappointed with the performance."…

Woking too strong for the Rooks

Lewes are still without a win this season following a 0-2 defeat at home to Woking this afternoon.…

Lee and sons complete South Downs Way

Lee Cobb and sons Will & Luke finally completed their sponsored walk along the South Downs Way on Tuesday afternoon…

Lewes FC Statement

Lewes Football Club is calling for the help of its supporters and the people of Lewes in its battle for survival.

The Rooks face a Winding Up Order from HM Revenue and Customs on September 2nd, which club owner Martin Elliott and the Management Committee are working hard to avoid…

Lewes Ladies notch first win

Lewes Ladies secured their first win of the season on Sunday afternoon against Norwich City Ladies.…

Late equaliser thwarts Rooks - again

Lewes conceded another late equaliser this afternoon against St Albans, when they should have secured all three points.…

Sponsored walk reaches half way point

Lee, Luke and Will have reached the half way point on their sponsored walk to raise money for the Rooks.…

Youth fixtures for September

The Lewes Under 18 team kick off the new season with a run of four home fixtures during September.…

Lee's walk begins

Lee Cobb and sons Luke and Will left Winchester on Monday as they began their sponsored walk across the South Downs Way to raise money for Lewes FC.…

Another draw for the Rooks

Lewes drew for the third match this season in an incident-packed match against Thurrock at the Dripping Pan.…

HMRC negotiations continuing

Lewes Football Club is continuing negotiations with the HMRC in an effort to avoid a winding up order due next month.…

Hopkinson proud after Newport draw

Lewes assistant manager Jason Hopkinson spoke admiringly about his players after their 2-2 draw at Newport County and revealed the secret behind an improved performance – extra training.…

Lewes draw in Wales

Lewes performed magnificently in Wales this afternoon, securing a 2-2 draw against Newport County.…

Ladies bolster their squad

Lewes Ladies have made two further additions to their squad ahead of the new season.…

It's still not too late to sponsor Lee

Lee Cobb and his sons Luke and Will are making final preparations for their sponsored walk along the South Downs next week.…

LEWES SMOTHERED BY BRAINTREE

Lewes were brought down to earth this evening with a disappointing 3-0 defeat at Braintree Town.…

Under 18 friendly fixtures

Lewes Under 18's have announced details of two friendlies and the FA Youth Cup Preliminary Round…

honours even in opener

Lewes drew 1-1 with south coast neighbours Weymouth this afternoon in the Blue Square South curtain raiser.…

the new season is here

Lewes kick-off the new season in Blue Square South against Weymouth tomorrow with a mixture of excitement and trepidation.…

Dawkins snapped up by Rooks

 Lewes Ladies have sensationally signed Kerry Dawkins from Brighton & Hove Albion.

The Sussex Champions and Combination League Cup holders have secured the services of Kerry for the new season…

Pre-season ends with another win

Lewes ended their pre-season preparations with a 1-0 win over Eastbourne Town

Steve Ibbitson's side have played five friendlies, winning three and drawing two, and he will be very pleased with his team's progress so far. "There's always more to be done," he said, "but I believe we're ready for the new season."…

Last friendly for the rooks

Lewes travel east tomorrow night to take on Eastbourne Town in their last pre-season friendly.…

Grant on trial with the Gills

Youth team defender Grant Hall has earned himself a week's trial at League One side Gillingham.…

Ladies beat the Addicks

Lewes Ladies put in a tremendous performance this afternoon in their second pre-season friendly.…

Wonder Wheeler whips Worthing

A goal from Sam Crabb and a superb solo effort from David Wheeler condemned Worthing this afternoon at the Dripping Pan.

Lewes continued their pre-season build-up with a solid display. Crabb put the Rooks ahead midway through the first half with a half volley, following a strong run from defender Sam Fisk…

Worthing visit the Pan on Saturday

The Rooks' penultimate friendly takes place at the Dripping Pan on Saturday against long-time rivals Worthing.…

Under 18 match off

Saturday's Under 18 match against Gillingham has been cancelled.…

Rooks net first win

Lewes continued their pre-season campaign with a 1-0 victory over Dulwich Hamlet at the Dripping Pan this evening.…

Pre season continues against Dulwich

Ryman Division One side Dulwich Hamlet visit the Dripping Pan on Wednesday evening for Lewes' third pre-season friendly match.…

Lewes draw with Carshalton

Lewes' second pre-season friendly ended in another draw this afternoon against Carshalton Athletic.…

Carshalton up next for the Rooks

Lewes visit Carshalton Athletic on Saturday for the second of their pre-season friendlies.…

Message of thanks from Boro

Lewes FC secretary Carole Bailey received this letter from Eastbourne Borough earlier this week following the friendly fixture on Tuesday evening:…

Encouraging draw for the Rooks

Lewes put in a great performance this evening in their first outing of the new season, with a goal-less draw against Eastbourne Borough.…

boro are coming

The new season kicks off for the Rooks on Tuesday evening with a friendly against Blue Square Premier neighbours Eastbourne Borough…

Lee walks for Lewes...again

Not content with walking from the Dripping Pan to Withdean and back last December to raise money for the Rooks, loyal Lewes supporter Lee Cobb is doing it again - only this time it's a little bit further.…

News from the Club

Lewes FC Management Committee - News Bulletin No 1…

Paint the Pan - a thank you

Around 30 supporters turned up at the Dripping Pan this morning to help preparations for the new season.…

Paint the Pan

Lewes FC are asking supporters to come down to the Dripping Pan and spruce it up ready for the new season.…

Ladies announce friendlies

Lewes FC Ladies are looking towards the 2009 /10 season following their most successful campaign ever last time round…

Message from Conference regarding TV partner

The Board of the Football Conference after they met on 6th July extend this message to all member clubs:…

FA Cup prize money announced

The FA have cut the prize money for clubs getting through the first, second and third rounds this season.…

Free 2008/09 Blue Square DVD available

Blue Square are offering fans the chance to pick up a highlights DVD of last season's Blue Square Premier.…

Sponsorship opportunities for next season

The club has been working hard on preparing a variety of sponsorship packages for the new season.…

BSS Fixtures announced

Lewes will kick off the new Blue Square South season on August 8th with a home fixture against Weymouth, who were also relegated from Blue Square Premier last season.…

Message from the Manager

Thank you for your continued support of Lewes Football Club.…

New coaching staff for the Rooks

Lewes FC is pleased to announce two new coaching appointments for the new season.…

Season tickets now on sale

With the new season around the corner, Lewes FC is pleased to announce the sale of season tickets for 2009/2010.…

Shield Suspended

Due to the ongoing financial difficulties faced by Setanta, the first round draw for the Setanta Shield which was due to take place today, has been suspended until further notice.…

Lewes announce pre-season friendlies

Lewes FC are inviting supporters back to the Dripping Pan this summer with the offer of two cut-price friendlies against old, and new, rivals.…

Whitehead values his Wembley adventure

Lewes Under 18 player Matt Whitehead has heard all the complaints about the Wembley pitch this season, but after Saturday’s England Schoolboys match against France, he reckons the pros have got it all wrong.…

Young Rooks enjoy their Wembley experience

“Unbelievable”, “unexplainable” and “amazing” were just three of the words that Lewes Under 18 players David Wheeler and Matt Whitehead used to describe their afternoon today.…

Popular Duo set to continue

STEVE IBBITSON and Jason Hopkinson are staying on as Lewes manager and coach as the club continues preparations for the new season.…

Under 18's begin preparations for the new season

Plans for next season are well under way for Lewes FC's Under 18 side.…

Ladies celebrate season's success

Lewes Ladies celebrated their “brilliant season” this evening with an awards presentation at the White Hart hotel.…

Torquay United win Play Off Final

Torquay United ended their two year exile in the Blue Square Premier this afternoon with a Play Off Final win over Cambridge United…

Programme Award for Lewes

Lewes Football Club's matchday programme has been recognised by the Northern Programme Club's 2009 Programme of the Year Awards.…

Ladies show off their trophies

Lewes Ladies celebrated the end of their most successful season with an end of term photo in front of the Philcox Stand, with the addition of two shiny trophies.…

Ladies end the season with a smile

Lewes Ladies ended the season with an emphatic 6-1 win over Cambridge City at the Pan this afternoon.…

Standing leaves the Pan

Midfielder Michael Standing has decided to leave Lewes FC following the club’s relegation from the Blue Square Premier.…

Torquay and Cambridge set to be united at Wembley

This season’s Conference Play-off Finals have now taken shape following the completion of the Semi Final matches last weekend.…

Lewes Ladies Season Review 2008/09

Lewes Ladies FC can look back on 2008/2009 as the most successful campaign in their history.…

Another trophy for the Ladies!

Lewes Ladies' successful season continued this afternoon when they beat Enfield Town to lift the Women's Combination (South East) League Cup.…

Lewes Ladies take on Enfield in the League Cup Final

The season may be over for the senior men's team, but the Ladies face their second cup final on Sunday.…

Under 18 match postponed

Thursday night's Under 18 match against Tonbridge has been postponed…

Second Final for Lewes Ladies

Goals from Charlotte Bennett and Kirstie Spice have helped Lewes Ladies reach their second cup final of the season.…

Reserves take on the Albion this evening

Lewes Reserves are in action tonight against Brighton & Hove Albion Reserves in the totesport.com league.…

Season ends all-square for the Rooks

Lewes ended their brief stay in the Blue Square Premier with a 1-1 draw against York City at the Dripping Pan this afternoon.…

Joe Keehan named player of the season

Joe Keehan was named Supporter's Player of the Season and Player's Player of the Season in a presentation held after the home match against York City.…

England joy for Matt & David

Lewes players Matt Whitehead and David Wheeler claimed their first winner's medal for England this evening, as they beat the Republic of Ireland in the final game of the Carnegie Centenary Shield tournament.…

Player of the Season announced on Sunday

The Supporters' Player of the Season and Youth team awards will be announced on Sunday.…

Kettering defeat for the Rooks

Lewes put up a good fight this evening but ended up losing the penultimate game of the season to Kettering Town.…

Youth stroll against Horsham YMCA

Lewes Under 18's enjoyed a massive league win over Horsham YMCA this evening at the Dripping Pan…

Last Conference away-day ends in defeat

Lewes lost their last game on the road this season against Northwich Victoria at the Marston Arena this afernoon.…

Lewes Youth in Action next week

Lewes Under 18's are in league action twice next week at the Dripping Pan.…

Watch Matt & David from your armchair

Lewes youth team players Matt Whitehead and David Wheeler are in action for England Schoolboys tomorrow night.…

Unbeaten run ends at The fleet

A fine Lewes performance didn't get the result it deserved at Stonebridge Road on Easter Monday against Ebbsfleet United.…

Back to back wins for Lewes

Lewes beat Weymouth at the Dripping Pan on Saturday afternoon to secure their second win in successive matches…

ROOKS WIN... AT LAST!!

Mon Mome winning the National wasn't the only shock of the day!

After 19 defeats the Rooks fans finally had something to celebrate, with two first half goals from David Wheeler and Joe Keehan earning Steve Ibbitson's team a 2-0 win over Altrincham…

Hopkinson confirms 'we're definitely staying'

Lewes Youth Team Manager Jason Hopkinson confirmed after the Sussex Youth Cup win on Thursday that the current youth management team will be staying with the club next season.…

Lewes U18 - champions of Sussex

Lewes under-18s completed a double for the club by lifting the Sussex Youth Cup tonight.…

New kit to welcome the South Downs National Park

Lewes FC are set to mark the announcement of the new South Downs National Park with a change of kit for Saturday's fixture at the Dripping Pan.…

Lewes youth all set for big night

Lewes Under 18's take on Eastbourne Borough Under 18's on Thursday night to earn the right to be known as the best youth side in Sussex.…

Rooks mowed down at the New Lawn

An eventful afternoon at Forest Green saw Lewes end the game with nine men and a 4-1 defeat, despite taking an early lead.…

Lewes sign new loan pair

Lewes have added two new faces to the squad set to face Forest Green tomorrow.…

Lewes FC "have no plans" to go into administration

The Board of Directors at Lewes FC have today announced that they have no plans to take the club into administration.…

relegation fate sealed for the rooks

Lewes have been relegated from the Blue Square Premier this evening.…

10 man lewes lose at barrow

Lewes' losing run continued at Barrow this afternoon, with a 2-0 defeat against the Bluebirds…

Lewes Ladies - Champions of Sussex!

Lewes Ladies claimed the first title in their history this evening, beating Brighton & Hove Albion on penalties at Lancing FC.…

Lewes cut down by the Poppies

Lewes suffered their fourth successive 1-0 defeat this evening against Kettering Town, which puts them on the brink of relegation.…

Lewes Ladies all set for the Final

Lewes prepared for Thursday’s Sussex Challenge Cup Final with a superb win away at Gillingham today.…

New manager can't halt losing run

Lewes' new Caretaker Manager Steve Ibbitson oversaw a 15th consecutive league defeat for Lewes against Kidderminster Harriers, but was encouraged by his team's overall performance.…

Ibbitson thanks Keehan

New Lewes Caretaker Manager Steve Ibbitson thanked his predecessor today for the way he conducted himself during his exit from the club.…

Ibbitson 'only helping out'

New Lewes caretaker manager Steve Ibbitson has spoken about his new role for the club "I love."…

New coaching appointment for the ladies

Lewes Ladies have begun preparations for next week's County Cup Final by securing the services of a new professional coach.…

Lewes FC confirms Keehan's resignation

Lewes Football Club confirms that Managing Director, Martin Elliott has accepted Kevin Keehan's resignation from his three positions held in the club.

The club thanks Kevin Keehan for his hard work in difficult circumstances and wish him well for the future…

Steve Ibbitson named as Caretaker Manager

Steve Ibbitson has tonight been appointed caretaker manager of Lewes.…

Keehan Resigns

Kevin Keehan has resigned this evening as Lewes manager.

Speaking exclusively to The Argus after this evening's match at Rushden & Diamonds, he said "It is the right time for me to go. It is not a decision I have taken lightly but I think it is probably best for Lewes."…

Lewes lose to Rushden & Diamonds

Lewes lost their fourteenth consecutive league match to Rushden & Diamonds this evening, although the result was overshadowed by manager Kevin Keehan’s resignation after the game.…

Under 18 match postponed tonight

Tonight's Under 18 match at home to Horsham has been postponed after the league sanctioned a request from the visitors.…

Brave Rooks ground down at Field Mill

Lewes slumped to their 13th consecutive league defeat against Mansfield Town today, but the 1-0 result belies a much-improved performance.…

England duo get off to a winning start

Matt Whitehead and David Wheeler earned their first England caps last night as England Schools beat Wales 3-0 in the Carnegie Centenary Shield at Boston FC.…

Team news for Mansfield trip

Lewes manager Kevin Keehan has two injury worries ahead of Saturday's trip to Field Mill.…

Wheeler and Whitehead on England duty

Matt Whitehead and David Wheeler are hoping to win their first caps in this evening's England Schools FA Carnegie Centenary Shield fixture against Wales.…

No joy for Lewes against Histon

The Blue Square Premier's lowest gate of the season saw Lewes fall to their 12th consecutive league defeat against second placed Histon this afternoon.…

Under 18 update

Lewes Under 18's have a busy few weeks ahead, squeezing their remaining nine Ryman Youth League fixtures into the next six weeks.…

Last Day fixture change

The full programme of Blue Square Premier fixtures for the last day of the season has been moved from Saturday 25th April 2009 to Sunday 26th April 2009, with all kick-offs scheduled for 4.00pm.…

Keehan apologises for Crawley defeat

Manager Kevin Keehan apologised to Lewes fans after a nightmare first half showing against Crawley…

deja vu for lewes as cambridge escape with the points

Another controversial refereeing decision ended yet another brave performance from Lewes this afternoon at the Dripping Pan, against promotion-chasing Cambridge United.…

Rushden & Diamonds game rearranged

Lewes' visit to Nene Park has been rescheduled to Tuesday March 10th, kick off 7.45pm.…

Team news for Rushden

Lewes plans to end their run of nine successive league defeats at Rushden & Diamonds tomorrow have suffered a blow with the return to Barnet of loan pairing Elliott Charles and Kieran St Aimie.…

Strikers leave the Dripping Pan

Kieran St-Aimie and Elliott Charles have both left Lewes.…

Rooks v Seagulls postponed

Tonight's Reserve match between Lewes and Brighton & Hove Albion has been postponed due to a waterlogged pitch.…

Wrexham win on Dripping Pan debut

Wrexham returned to Wales this evening with three points but a dogged Lewes performance ensured that they earned every one of them.…

Horsham humiliate Lewes in the Senior Cup

Lewes waved goodbye to any chance of silverware this season with a humiliating Senior Cup quarter final defeat against Horsham.…

Sunday round-up

A spirited display from Lewes, which included their first goal of 2009 was not enough to overcome Oxford United at the Kassam Stadium this afternoon.…

U18's reach County Cup semi final

Lewes U18's claimed a place in the County Cup semi final this evening.…

Rooks beaten by Gulls

Lewes are still to score a Blue Square Premier League goal in 2009, having suffered another defeat on Tuesday evening, at the hands of Torquay United.…

Tonight's team news v Torquay

New loan signing Guy Butters has passed a fitness test and will be available for tonight's tough Blue Square Premier encounter against Torquay United.…

LFC Statement concerning the Forum

The club are disappointed at the untrue comments and personal attacks that have been posted on the independent forum, concerning the bar and catering facilities.

It has been drawn to the clubs attention that there have been some false statements posted…

Rooks narrowly defeated by the Stags

Lewes' losing run stretched into their sixth BS Premier match this afternoon with a narrow defeat against Mansfield Town.…

Butters and Wilko set to face Mansfield

New loan signings Guy Butters and Shaun Wilkinson are both expected to feature in tomorrow's game against Mansfield Town.…

Lewes out of a jam with Butters

Lewes have secured the services of former Brighton defender Guy Butters…

Lewes miss out on Wembley

Lewes failed to overcome a spirited Havant & Waterlooville side this evening in their FA Trophy replay at Westleigh Park.…

No break for Lewes at the KitKat Crescent

Lewes are still chasing their first points of 2009 after suffering a demoralising 3-0 defeat at York City this afternoon.

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Team news for York City game

Michael Standing will be missing from tomorrow's trip to York City, as he had been handed a two-match ban following his red card in last Tuesday night's FA Trophy draw against Havant.…

Lewes Youth players set to represent England

Lewes Under 18 players Matt Whitehead and David Wheeler have both been named in the 18-man England Schools representative squad this week.…

FA Community Shield donation

Lewes FC has made donations to three local charities as a result of their share of the FA Community Shield fund.…

Trophy tie all-square

This evening's 2nd round FA Trophy match between Lewes and Havant & Waterlooville ended in a 3-3 draw, thanks to former Rook Paul Booth''s late equaliser.…

Updated fixture news

Lewes FC are able to confirm new dates for two forthcoming fixtures.…

FA Trophy match postponed

This afternoon's FA Trophy match against Havant and Waterlooville has unsurprisingly fallen victim to the weather, with the Dripping Pan pitch failing a morning inspection.…

FA Trophy team news

Lewes manager Kevin Keehan hopes to reveal a new striking partnership in tomorrow’s 2nd round FA Trophy match against Havant & Waterlooville at the Dripping Pan.…

Lewes FC Press Release 8/1/09

Lewes FC Press Statement 8.1.2009…

Lewes Ladies bow out of the FA Cup

Lewes Ladies were knocked out of the Ladies FA Cup this afternoon by Derby County.…

Another defeat for Lewes

The Rooks' wretched form continued at Broadhall Way this afternoon, going down 3-0 to in-form Stevenage Borough.…

Busy schedule for Lewes teams

All four Lewes teams are in action over the next few days.…

Lewes go down to Eastbourne at the Pan

Eastbourne Borough completed a Sussex double over the Rooks at the Dripping Pan this afternoon, in a result that leaves Lewes in further trouble at the foot of the Blue Square Premier.…

Keehan signs new striker

Lewes manager Kevin Keehan hopes to be able to give new loan signing Josh Klein-Davies his first team debut against Eastbourne Borough tomorrow.…