NEWS
Herts Sunday Junior Cup - Kimpton Rovers 5 - 1 DES United
Kimpton Rovers turned in a five-star performance at home to fellow Division Three side DES United cruising into the second round of the county wide Hertfordshire Sunday Junior Cup competition.
HSFL Division 3 - St Ippolyts Reserves 0 - 1 Kimpton Rovers
The latest incarnation of Kimpton Rovers got their league campaign off to a victorious start away at St Ippolyts Reserves with a third minute goal being the only difference between the two very competitive sides.
Focus Switches to League Campaign as Rovers’ Preseason Ends
Kimpton’s pre-season campaign came to a disappointing end at home to former Division One side Hitchin Rovers on Sunday. Once again team manager Darren Riseley was unable to field his strongest side with several players missing which was far from ideal with the 25/26 season starting in a just weeks’ time.
Resilient Rovers Earn Preseason Draw with Stunning Jode Strike at Ashwell
A depleted Kimpton squad travelled to Litlington on Sunday to take on fellow Division Three side Ashwell, and put in it’s best overall performance of the preseason, in what could be the clubs’ penultimate pre-season friendly.
Encouraging Signs Continue in Competitive Preseason Battle
Rovers were very unlucky to be edged out by the odd goal in five against Hitchin Sunday League newcomers St Ippolyts Reserves on Sunday 17th August, but with plenty of positives to take and the summer heat adding to the challenge for both teams, the club continues to bank postive performances as preparations for the upcoming season.
Preseason Work Continues Against Strong Opposition
Kimpton Rovers continued their preparation for the new season with their first home match of the preseason against Hitchin Sunday League Division 2 outfit Buffs FC.
Preseason Kicks Off with Strong Sunday Showing and Key Minutes Banked
Kimpton Rovers took to the artificial turf of Sandringham School in St Albans on Sunday in it’s first preseason fixture under the new incarnation against Wheathampstead Cricket Club, made up of Hertfordshire 1961 Sunday League players, and came away with many positives despite the 2-1 reverse.
Kimpton Rovers CFC Launches Online Performance Shop with Kitlocker.com
Kimpton Rovers are delighted to announce that the club has teamed up with Kitlocker.com to launch our online performance wear shop. The deal, with one of the UK's biggest grassroots football suppliers, will see made to order Kimpton Rovers x Adidas product sold online and delivered directly to your door. It also provides our players, coaches and volunteers access to the latest 25/26 Adidas training wear though the same model.
Kimpton Rovers Announce 25/26 Preseason Training Schedule
As Kimpton Rovers prepares for the season ahead, the club is pleased to announce the 25/26 preseason training schedule. Sessions will take place three times a week at The Recreation Ground, Kimpton.
Kimpton Rovers Appoint New Coaching Team for 25/26 Season
Ahead of the 25/26 Hitchin Sunday league Season, Kimpton Rovers are pleased to confirm the appointment of Darren Riseley as Manager and Adam Sayer as Assistant Manager.
The appointments come as part of our wider aim to elevate standards and put greater focus on structured training, long term player development, and building a motivated squad
Kimpton Rovers Unveil New Adidas Home Kit Ahead of the 2025/26 Season
As preparations for the 2025/26 season gather momentum, Kimpton Rovers are proud to officially launch our brand-new Adidas home kit. Designed in partnership with club Development Officer, Marcus Dilley, the kit looks to raise the bar for grassroots football.
Kimpton Rovers Launch New Brand Ahead of 2025/26 Season
From next season, Rovers 49 FC will officially adopt a new name, crest, and colours. These changes mark an important step forward in aligning the club with our long-term vision and celebrating the club’s roots in the village of Kimpton.