KCU SHIELD CONCLUSION - 28/06/25 & 12/07/25
WEKA PARK - FROM 12:30PM (BAR OPENS AT 1:30PM)

Come down to Weka on Saturday's to experience some great grassroots, local Football! Our four HK 1 Teams are competing for the right to represent the club in the 2026 Chatham Cup, New Zealand’s premier knockout competition.. Three teams can still take the Shield, with three games remaining. One of those games take place this Saturday at 12:30, with Hearts facing the Raumati Cosmos. The winner will be in with a shout, along with the Kūmaras on Saturday 12th July when we have a HK 1 interclub double header.

If you've not got plans, or haven't been to Weka on a match day for a while, why not come down, watch the beautiful game. As always the bar will be open from 1:30PM.

KCU Shield Schedule:
Saturday 28th June:
HK 1: Hearts vs Raumati Cosmos 12:30 Weka 1
Saturday 12th July:
HK 1: Hearts vs Bandits 2:30 Weka 1
HK 1: Kūmaras vs Raumati Cosmos 2:30 Weka 1

50/50 JACKPOT DRAW - GET YOUR TICKET & SUPPORT THE CLUB
TICKETS FOR JUNE'S LOTTERY CLOSE SOON

Remember to purchase your $10 50/50 Jackpot draw ticket. You don't have to be a member to purchase and need to be in it to win it. 50% of all proceeds go to the jackpot, while the other 50% go to the club fundraising target, $60 Winter Season tickets including TWO entries for June and July and then covering all draws for the following 2 months also available. If every Senior and Junior Member either purchased or sold $60 worth, the club entire 2026 fundraising goal would be achieved! Visit this link… https://www.sporty.co.nz/viewform/350070 
Thank you for your support — and good luck!

Congratulations to winning Ticket for the May Draw - SP9784654.
Winner has claimed their Prize.

JUNIOR UPDATE
MIDSEASON UPDATE

THANK YOU TO LOWER NORTH ELECTRICAL
A massive thank you to Lower North Electrical for their continued support of Kapiti Coast United.

Your backing helps us keep the lights on, both literally and figuratively, and continue growing football on the Coast. We're especially grateful for your support of our juniors, helping the next generation of players thrive.

We appreciate everything you do for the club!
https://www.facebook.com/share/p/18tT7BDH6r/ 

CLUB PHOTOGRATHER
Throughout the season, our awesome Club Photographer will be out and about capturing the action at Junior games and programmes. We’ll do our best to ensure as many teams and players as possible are featured during the season. So remember to smile for the camera! 😊 If you’d like a specific shot, like a team or a Player of the Day photo, feel free to ask! He’ll do his best to accommodate your requests.

Links since the last eNewsletter:
Saturday 24th May (Weka) - https://www.facebook.com/share/p/1HqhGB6gz7/ 
Saturday 31th May (Otaraua) - https://www.facebook.com/share/p/162VkQVpjP/ 
Saturday 7th June (Weka) - https://www.facebook.com/share/p/1YNw4VCoMf/ 
Saturday 21st June (Otaraua) - https://www.facebook.com/share/p/16zriF8JPF/ 

RESPECT BARRIERS AND SPECTATOR BEHAVIOUR
LET THE KIDS PLAY!
We love seeing supporters at games , the energy and encouragement make a huge difference. But we do need to remind everyone of the importance of positive behaviour on the sidelines.

Lately, we’ve had issues with spectators standing too close to the pitch, and at times even on the field during play. This creates unnecessary pressure for young players and officials, and it goes against Sport NZ’s guidelines for creating a safe, enjoyable football environment.

We’ve had great feedback trialling Respect Barriers in our U8s, and plan to introduce them at U11 and U12 regional games too.

More importantly, let’s not forget why we’re there:
+ To encourage
+ To cheer positively
+ To celebrate effort and teamwork

Let’s leave the coaching to the coaches, and focus on building a fun, safe and respectful environment for all.

SCHOOL HOILDAYS
Reminder of games days during the School Holidays. There will be a FREE weekend in the middle of the School Holidays, however the other two weekends will have a full Junior Programme.
Weekend 28th/29th June - JUNIOR FOOTBALL
Weekend 5th/6th July - NO JUNIOR FOOTBALL
Weekend 12th/13th July - JUNIOR FOOTBALL

CONTACT DETAILS
Contact us at juniors@kcu.co.nz or kickers@kcu.co.nz 

65TH JUBILEE
CELEBRATE 65 YEARS OF FOOTBALL ON THE COAST!

Event date to be confirmed next month, with celebrations likely to take place in August or early September.

A chance to honour our past, connect with old teammates, and celebrate the KCU community.

WATCH THIS SPACE for more details coming soon!

We invite you to share your photos, memories, and stories from your time with the club. From team photos to matchday moments, club events to personal achievements, every piece of history helps us celebrate our journey and those who have been part of it.

Email: memories@kcu.co.nz 

LEFT PHOTO Raumati Hearts 1966
Top L-R A. Pomfret, G. Ursell, P. Fry, A. Doig, G. Williamson, B. Shaw
Bottom L-R K. Ramsay, J. Beldham (VC), J. McAuliffe, (C), T. Donnely, D. McLeod
RIGHT PHOTO Raumati Hearts 1964
Top L-R J. Dainty, J. Smith, J. Beldham (VC), F. Brinck, A. Doig, B. Shaw, B. Kidby
Bottom L-R R. Westerman, A. Dowie, D. McLeod (C), R. Stamper, J. Dowie, A. Duncan, F. Hewitt, W. McFadyen