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Tournaments & Events
Educare U21 Matariki Tournament
3-6 July, 2026
The Educare U21 Matariki Tournament is a key fixture on the Under-21 calendar, bringing together representative teams from across New Zealand. The tournament provides a valuable competitive environment, while also supporting development for players, coaches, umpires, and team staff and helping bridge the gap between Under 18s and the National Hockey Championships.
Jenny Hair Cup
31 August - 4 September, 2026
The Jenny Hair Cup is a Tier 3 Secondary School tournament designed to provide meaningful national-level competition for school teams. Held in Wellington, the event offers players the chance to experience tournament hockey, represent their schools, and continue their development in a supportive and competitive setting.
Ford National Hockey Championships
13-19 September, 2026
The Ford National Hockey Championships is New Zealand’s flagship domestic representative tournament. Hosted in Wellington in 2026, the Championships will see teams from across the country compete over a full week, delivering high-quality competition and showcasing the depth of talent within the sport.
Tournaments in Wellington
These are the major tournaments we are excited to host across the season. Use the links below to find key dates, venues, draws, results, and event information as it becomes available.
National U16 Girl's Tournament
3-7 October, 2026
The National U16 Girl's Tournament is a national development opportunity for emerging players to compete against teams from around the country. Taking place in Christchurch, the tournament supports player learning, confidence, and progression through meaningful match play.
National U16 Boy’s Tournament
3-7 October, 2026
The National U16 Boy's Tournament brings together teams from across New Zealand in a competitive yet development-focused environment. Taking place in Auckland, it provides young players with the opportunity to challenge themselves, gain national tournament experience, and continue their growth in the game.
National U18 Women's Tournament
5-11 July, 2026
The National U18 Women’s Tournament brings together the best young players from across New Zealand for a week of high-level competition. In 2026, the tournament will be held in Palmerston North.
National U18 Men’s Tournament
5-11 July, 2026
The National U18 Men’s Tournament brings together the best young players from across New Zealand for a week of high-level competition. In 2026, the tournament will be held in Tauranga.
Vantage National Masters Tournament
21-28 February, 2026
The Vantage National Masters Tournament will be held in North Harbour in 2026, bringing together masters teams from across New Zealand for a week of high-quality competition. Wellington Hockey will be represented across multiple grades, and we wish all teams the best for the tournament.
JUMP into Umpiring
2 May, 2026
This is a hands-on session for junior umpires, focused on building confidence, basic skills, and match awareness in a fun and supportive environment. The practical activities prepare participants to put what they’ve learned straight into action later that day in the Small Sticks Junior Hockey Competition.
Other Upcoming Events
Upcoming representative trials, umpire and coach courses, workshops, and community hockey events. If you have an event you’d like listed, please contact the office.
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Visitor Information
Planning a visit for a tournament or event? Find key details for venues, parking, food options, and spectator facilities across Wellington.