Welcome to the Official Portsmouth Dreadnoughts page. 'Like' our page and follow us on Insta
The Portsmouth Dreadnoughts are an American Football team currently based in Portsmouth, England. The club was founded in Horndean in 2012, moving to Southsea in late 2012 and to Alexandra Park, Portsmouth in early 2013. The team is named after the famous battleship HMS Dreadnought that was built in Portsmouth in 1906. Facebook: /DreadnoughtsGridiron
Twitter: @DreadnoughtsAFC
Instagram: portsmouthdreadnoughts
06/03/2026
PRACTICE IS CHANGING!
Our regular practice is moving to Sundays for the rest of the season
🕛 09:30 - 11:30
📍 Langstone Sports Site, PO4 8LW
It's never too late to get involved!
🏈 No experience necessary
🏈 Positions available to suit EVERYONE
Come along and give it a go or message us to find out more!
19/02/2026
2026 SCHEDULE 🏈📅
May 3rd - Oxford Saints AWAY
May 17th - Hertfordshire Cheetahs HOME
May 31st - London Blitz B AWAY
June 6th - Oxford Saints HOME
June 14th - Sussex Thunder HOME
June 28th - Hertfordshire Cheetahs AWAY
July 5th - London Blitz B HOME
July 19th - Sussex Thunder AWAY
We are still recruiting for the 2026 season, DM us to find out more.
No experience required, everyone is welcome (18+) there is a position for every shape and size.
28/01/2026
🏈 Sponsorship Announcement 🏈
The Portsmouth Dreadnoughts are thrilled to announce a new partnership with Durty Nelly’s as official sponsors for the upcoming season! 🎉
Durty Nelly's offers a vibrant Irish atmosphere. With drinks flowing freely, it's the place for live bands, exciting events, and watching the big game.
Their support will play a vital role in helping the Dreadnoughts achieve success this season.
If you and your business would like to join the Dreadnoughts family.
Email [email protected] for more information on sponsorship packages
05/01/2026
PRACTICE RETURNS
📅 10th January
🕛 12pm - 2pm
📍 Langstone Sports Site, PO4 8LW
Regular practice begins again this Saturday and will continue weekly on Saturdays until 28th February before moving to Sunday Mornings
10th Jan - 28th Feb Saturdays 12:00-14:00
8th March onwards Sundays 09:30 - 11:30
No experience required, everyone is welcome (18+) there is a position for every shape and size.
Bring friends, bring your enthusiasm, and see what makes American football a great sport to be a part of.
What to Bring:
Football Boots, weather appropriate sports clothing, a bottle of water, and lots of energy!
Bring Pads and a Helmet if you have them, but these can be provided for you
(Please arrive early if you need to borrow kit)