Was it worth it?

Wednesday 20 July 2022, Hastings United 1 Ipswich Town Under 23's 2 - PSF, Pilot Field

A new ground for me, a day off work and a chance to catch a game at Pilot Field - was it worth the effort??

Horrendous trip thanks to the protest at Dartford Crossing/M25 then on way back roadworks close to the ground, on the A21, Dartford Crossing then usual A12 delays!!

Game was OK, too many substitutions in Second half, Ipswich on top in first half but just got the one goal, Hastings started the second half brighter and scored on 49 minutes, looked like Ipswich were out of it but then regained the leader with a good goal, got back on top and the home keeper then made some great saves to keep it as  a one goal margin defeat.

Was it worth it? Think so, liked the ground, even with the distance from the pitch because of the old grassed over speedway track. Well worth a visit for any football fan.

Hidden by the science park.

Saturday 31 December 2016, Sittingbourne 2 Hastings United 4 - Ryman League (South), Woodstock Park

Their ground now may be 5 miles out of time, stuck alongside the Kent Science Park and this may mean they do not get the crowds they require but the ground does have both character and potential. Also it must be remembered that the club is lucky to have any ground or even still be in existence after mismanagement and overspending at previous grounds in the town including their time at the Greyhound Stadium.

Xmas holiday games often see the highest crowds of the season and over 200 were here today to see a cracking match v Hastings United. For much of the game it looked like the home side, the 'Brickies' would end up winning but possibly fitness but certainly good substitutions saw Hasting not only get back in the game but end up winning by two goals.

So a great afternoon of entertainment, a nice early kick off and 6 good goals.