Maurice Chandler Sports and Leisure Centre is a thriving, volunteer-led hub at the heart of our community. Powered by the dedication and support of local volunteers, we provide a welcoming space where people of all ages and abilities can come together to get active, connect, and enjoy sport.
Our centre is home to a wide range of activities every day. From netball, football, and walking football for the over 50s, to junior and senior hockey training and tournaments, there’s something for everyone. We are home to Newport Knights Junior and Senior Inline Roller Hockey Clubs and UKIHF Inline Roller Hockey tournaments. Our facilities are also used daily by the community for badminton and pickleball, including the popular Pickleball People Club.
We support the next generation through children’s football coaching groups and partnerships with local schools, who use our facilities during the day. We also host fitness training for Market Drayton Swim Club and provide space for local rugby clubs, welcoming players from young children to older adults and our local gymnastics club who train here regularly.
We take pride in creating a welcoming and inclusive environment where everyone in the community and local groups can come together to take part in sport safely and in all weathers!
Inclusive, active, and community-driven — Maurice Chandler is a place where everyone belongs.
Our centre is home to a wide range of activities every day. From netball, football, and walking football for the over 50s, to junior and senior hockey training and tournaments, there’s something for everyone. We are home to Newport Knights Junior and Senior Inline Roller Hockey Clubs and UKIHF Inline Roller Hockey tournaments. Our facilities are also used daily by the community for badminton and pickleball, including the popular Pickleball People Club.
We support the next generation through children’s football coaching groups and partnerships with local schools, who use our facilities during the day. We also host fitness training for Market Drayton Swim Club and provide space for local rugby clubs, welcoming players from young children to older adults and our local gymnastics club who train here regularly.
We take pride in creating a welcoming and inclusive environment where everyone in the community and local groups can come together to take part in sport safely and in all weathers!
Inclusive, active, and community-driven — Maurice Chandler is a place where everyone belongs.
Newport Knights Junior Inline Hockey Club Proud home of the Newport Knights Junior Inline Hockey Club, with weekly training sessions and regular weekend tournaments hosted on-site. For children from age 5 to age 12. 
Steve Lally Coaching In the Winter we host Steve Lally football coaching. Steve aims to involve and improve but most importantly to help coach children of all ages, abilities and background to enjoy the sport of football in a safe and fun environment. Newport Knights Senior Hockey Home of the Newport Knights Senior Hockey Club, with weekly training sessions and regular weekend tournaments hosted on-site. Market Drayton Women's Walking Football We host Market Drayton Women's Walking Football for their winter training and matches. Market Drayton's Drayton Wanderers very own Walking Football Club for women, runs sessions twice weekly. If you're female and over 40, why not come along and give it a try? 
Maurice Chandler Social Netball League Home to the Maurice Chandler Social Netball League, the centre welcomes a brilliant group of players across eight teams who come together each week for friendly and competitive netball. 
Pickleball People Club Pickleball People join us for their weekly club meet on a Monday evening. Pickleball People are Nic and Rob along with a team of pickleball enthusiasts. They aim to grow the sport through club sessions and expert coaching inspiring players of all ages and abilities to build their skills and confidence and fall in love with the sport! We also host many one off events for local charities, schools, youth groups, sports clubs and children's groups to include; Cheswardine Youth Club, Market Drayton Junior School, Cheswardine School, Stoke on Tern Primary School, Wem Scouts Group, Haberdashers Adams School, Badminton Charity Event, Shrewsbury College Charity Event, Shropshire Badminton, Newport Rugby Club, Maurice Cup Hockey Tournament, Market Drayton Swim Team training, Wales Roller Derby, BISHA Hockey Tournaments, Market Drayton Junior Golf Festival, Newport Leopards Football Club, 1st Audlem Cubs, UK Lacrosse Coaching, Hinstock Youth Club, Under 8 Prees Stingray Football Club, Tamworth Mercians Ball Hockey Club, Toxic Hockey Tournament, Tatry International Hockey Cup, 1st Ashley Scouts, The Really Neet Project, 4th Market Drayton Guides, Woore Junior Cricket Club, Multi Schools from Shropshire Dodgeball Competition, Market Drayton Grove Badminton Club, Market Drayton Rugby Team, Whitchurch Young Farmers, Great Britain Women's Ball Hockey, Long Eaton Ball Hockey Club, Clive Explorers Club, Newport Hockey Club. |
UKIHF Junior & Senior Inline Hockey Leagues
We’re pleased to host UKIHF Junior and Senior Roller Hockey League tournaments most weekends, welcoming teams from all over the UK. A great display of friendly competition—always fantastic to see the energy, skill, and sportsmanship on display from all ages! 
Ciaran Millington Football Coaching Ciaran uses our facility in the Winter, he started this journey as a solo coach with one simple goal, to help players become the very best version of themselves. What began with individual sessions has grown into a team of five dedicated coaches, all sharing the same passion for player development. His purpose goes beyond football, here to build confidence, unlock potential, and support young athletes in achieving their goals. Most importantly, to help shape well-rounded individuals who are ready to face challenges in life just as much as on the pitch. 
Market Drayton Tigers Junior Football In the Winter we host Boys and Girls Junior Football teams of a range of ages. Market Drayton Tigers F.C. is a volunteer led, grassroots football club established to enable players in Market Drayton and the surrounding areas the opportunity to play football. They have the provision for children ages 4yrs-18 yrs across all phases of development, boasting over 43 part-time coaches and over 200+ players both male and female representing the club. They welcome boys and girls of any ability to join in on a Saturday morning in their Tiny Tigers sessions with the emphasis on fun, improving skills and confidence. Tiny Tigers is suitable for ages 4-9 years. 
Market Drayton Men's Walking Football We host Market Drayton Walking Football group over 50's for their winter training and matches. Drayton Dynamo Walking Football Club, based in Market Drayton, provides recreational, over-50s men's walking football aimed at improving fitness, mental health, and social connection. Training sessions are held twice weekly, with opportunities for competitive tournaments and friendly, inclusive play. Airborne Gymnastics Club
During the week we host Airborne gymnastics club. For a range of ages, from beginners to competitive level. Keeping kids moving and making new friends. 
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