Red Funnel Supported Teams 2026

Ventnor Rugby Club has recently celebrated the club's 50th anniversary. The club is made up of two teams who compete at the Hampshire Leagues. Their 1st XV holding the top position in the Counties Three division whilst the 2nd XV is in the top half of the Premiership South. Ventnor Rugby Club’s ambition for 2026 is to gain promotion for our 1st XV whilst continuing to support junior rugby on the Island.

Isle of Wight Squash is a dedicated, high-performing squad competing regionally and nationally. Their biggest achievements include England team selection, regional Masters success, and strong inter-county performances. Looking ahead to 2026, Isle of Wight squash aim to expand participation, develop future talent, and achieve sustained success on the national stage.

East Cowes Football team has developed through hard work, unity and ambition. Their proudest achievement to date came in 2025 when they earned promotion to the Wessex Premier League. In 2026, they aim to win the IOW ‘Gold Cup’ for the first time in over 30 years, while firmly securing their Premier League status.  

At Panther Kickboxing they develop skill, respect, discipline, and confidence while maintaining a positive ethos of enjoyment and hard work. They deliver quality kickboxing instruction and a clear pathway to elite competition, following senior and junior instructors at the club. Multiple members have achieved repeated Team GB selection and they aim to extend this pathway to promising students in 2026.
 

Newport IOW FC currently play in Wessex League Division One and have previously won the IOW Gold Cup 41 times. More recently, the club were runners up at Wessex League Division 1 and play off finalists. Their aim for 2026 is to move into their new home ground and to secure the top spot in their league division.

The Starlight Academy Show Team and Cheer Squad represent the Isle of Wight at local events and national competitions. An elite dance squad and the Island’s only competitive cheer team, Starlight showcase excellence, teamwork and ambition - inspiring young performers, while proudly promoting confidence, opportunity and community.

The NAUT Cycling Club & Race Team is for anyone looking for like-minded riders; a community who enjoy social spins & faster efforts. Having achieved podium places, & wins, in multiple categories locally over the last few years, in 2026 they aim to continue that trend. Pursuing events on & off-road, locally & further afield, alongside arranging social rides. The club offers a platform for riders of any age who enjoy pushing themselves and progressing their cycling. 

Solent is a well-established local team that hold the Division 1 winners title for the Isle of Wight England Netball pathway league. Players at the club hold the Defence and Attack trophies, best/fairest player, players player in Southampton and IW Summer League. The club plays in the Southampton Premier League, a highly competitive division, playing against the best in Hampshire. For 2026, Solent aim to finish top 3 in the Southampton Premier League and develop their junior players off Island by competing at Chichester.

Vectis Equestrian Club had a successful 2025 with members and teams qualifying to ride at the BRC Championships, Associated Championships and all finishing within the top 10 places. Members also qualified to ride in The Cotswold Cup, PetplanArea Championships and Regional and National Championships in dressage. The club is hoping to achieve similar results in 2026 and see riders on the podium across the UK.
 

Rebuilding their ranks post COVID, the club has grown to 62 members and is competing regularly. Their 2025 season has seen 26 person bests and 52 medals won by West Wight swimmers. The club thrives on community, and resilience and for the 2026 season, they aim to expand with further memberships and for their competitive squad to qualify this year for the 2027 County Championships.