We are buzzing with excitement to announce that Dulwich Hamlet FC men’s team have started the 2025-26 Isthmian League season with a decisive and much-celebrated win over a team that were arguably one of the best teams in the league last season, only narrowly missing out on promotion!
The Hamlet hosted Dartford at Champion Hill on Saturday, August 9, 2025, and earned a fantastic result to get the new campaign off to a flying start.
After a summer of hard work and preparation, including new management of both teams, with Mark Dacey taking charge of the men’s team and Maria Tavares at the helm of the women’s team. Both having promising pre-season performances.
The opening-day triumph for the men’s team signals a strong tone for the season ahead. It’s the perfect reward for the players, staff, and loyal fans, and a game that sets the bar for what’s to come. With the women’s season due to kick off on Sunday the 17th August against Luton Town.
Highlights & New Developments Around the Club
A Stylish Look for the New Season
Dulwich Hamlet have unveiled their 2025-26 kits, with the home kit drawing inspiration from the club’s rich history.
The design revives the earliest known pink-and-blue halved kit from the 1900/01 season – part of a deliberate move to “reclaim pink” and reconnect with deep-rooted heritage.
Youth Football Makes a Comeback
In a major boost for local youth development, the club has reinstated an Under-18 men’s team in time for the 2025–26 season, following more than a year of effort spearheaded by Liam Hickey. The return of FA Youth Cup competition promises exciting opportunities for up-and-coming talent within Dulwich Hamlet’s ranks.
A Step Towards a New Home
On the infrastructure front, Dulwich Hamlet’s long-term dream of a new stadium moves closer to reality. Southwark Council has agreed to lease part of the Greendale site, marking a significant milestone in the club’s pursuit of a modern, purpose-built home.
Our Role as Proud Sponsors
At Virtus, we’re honoured to extend our multi-season onboarding as the official training-kit and management-kit sponsor for both the men’s and women’s teams. Our branding is prominently placed on the banners behind the Greendale End at Champion Hill – a partnership built on shared values of community, excellence, and resilience.
We also recently completed a refurbishment project making up a new hospitality and fan area at the club – revitalising the function room, boardroom hospitality suite, and stairwell to create modern, welcoming spaces for players and fans alike.
This area is now open on matchdays giving the faithful a more contemporary space to enjoy pre and post-match refreshments!
This space is also home to Hamlet Comedy, held on the first Thursday of each month with some very famous faces often performing.
Looking Ahead: What’s Next?
• Next Fixture: Dulwich Hamlet will continue their league campaign facing Wingate & Finchley away on Tuesday, August 12, followed by a home fixture against Ramsgate on Saturday, August 16.
• More Community Moments: The mascot programme returns this season – a chance for young fans to walk out with the team and feel part of the matchday magic.
• Stronger Together: With youth football back, facility upgrades complete, and a possible new stadium on the horizon, the Hamlet’s future looks brighter than ever.
The 2025–26 season is already shaping up to be one to remember. A winning start, kits steeped in history, youth football reborn, and strides made toward a new home – Dulwich Hamlet are firing on all cylinders. As your sponsors and partners, Virtus couldn’t be prouder. Here’s to a season of pride, passion, and many more victories at Champion Hill!
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