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We have a wealth of hockey knowledge in the office that oversees the management and development of hockey within the Wellington Region. We foster community engagement and strive to work collaboratively and interact with our members to ensure that everyone has an enjoyable hockey experience. 

If you are unsure who to contact regarding your enquiry, find out who through the contact us page.

Meet our team

Michael Langley
Michael Langley

Chief Executive Officer

Key Responsibilities

Leadership 
Strategy & Management 
Finance

Pip Henwood
Pip Henwood

Operations

Key Responsibilities

General Enquiries 
Turf Bookings 
Facility Management

Kieran Wells
Kieran Wells

Competitions & Engagement

Key Responsibilities

Competition Management
PlayHQ Support 
Website & Social Media 
Umpire Development & Appointments

James Birkefeld
James Birkefeld

Performance & Pathways

Key Responsibilities

Player Development 
Programmes 
Representative Hockey

Jack Paton
Jack Paton

Community Hockey

Key Responsibilities

Player Development 
Community Programmes 
Coach Development

Jada Ropitini
Jada Ropitini

Community Hockey

Key Responsibilities

Player Development 
Community Programmes 
Coach Development

Making Great Hockey Happen
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