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St Benet's Wasps Football Club Archive is a football club located in Beccles, New Zealand. With a rich history spanning 41 years, this amazing club is dedicated to all the players, managers, and coaches who have been a part of its story. The website is a comprehensive archive of press articles, photos, statistics, stories, and personal accounts that capture the essence of the club.
The archive is an ongoing project, constantly evolving as more material is uncovered from lofts all over Beccles and beyond. The website aims to accurately identify and upload this material, providing as much detail as possible. Visitors can explore the website and access various pages that chronicle different years in the club's history. From 1973 to 2014, each year is represented with articles, photos, and other relevant information.
The website also highlights notable achievements of the club, such as the William Hall Cup in 1977/78 and the Treble Cup Final in 1982/83. There is also a section dedicated to Abbot Aelred Watkin Shirts To Africa, a charitable initiative undertaken by the club. Visitors can learn about the club's chairman and are encouraged to contribute any additional material they may have to help fill in the gaps in the archive.
The St Benet's Wasps Football Club Archive extends its gratitude to many individuals who have loaned and uncovered material for the archive. The website strives to maintain accuracy in dating, and any corrections or additional information from visitors are greatly appreciated. The late Stan Gruchy, founder of the club, is also acknowledged for making it all possible.
In addition to the archive, the website also provides updates on recent news, club matches, and teams. There is a user login and registration feature for those who wish to access additional website content. Overall, the St Benet's Wasps Football Club Archive is a valuable resource for anyone interested in the club's long and storied history.
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Frequently Asked Questions
We are a youth football club with a long archive of football history, including news, managers, pictures, and club history.
Please use our Find Us section to see where we are based, and explore our Matches and Matchday pages for upcoming club activity.
You can register on our site, and if you need access you can log in to use additional website features.

