 Paul Hughes and Ritchie Hanlon were appointed as joint managers in November, joining from Kings Langley.In the cups, Hayes & Yeading were knocked out of the FA Cup by Worthing in the 2nd Qualifying round, while their FA Trophy hopes were dashed at the first hurdle by Hitchin Town.They were then relegated from the 2016–17 Southern League Premier Division - to complete their 3rd relegation in 5 seasons - despite winning the Southern League Challenge Cup at St Ives Town on penalties.