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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.
Officials Workshop (Online)
Late May, 2026
Join us for an online Officials Workshop designed to support learning and discussion in a relaxed, accessible format. This session will likely feature a special guest, offering valuable insights and practical perspectives for officials at all stages. More details will be shared closer to the session.
Officials Mid-Season Catch-up
13 June, 2026
A relaxed mid-season get-together for officials to catch up, connect, and enjoy time together away from the turf. A chance to recognise the work done so far and recharge for the rest of the season.
Officials Pre-Season Get Together
8 March, 2026
Connect with fellow officials at our Officials Pre-Season Get Together, an informal evening to catch up ahead of the season. It’s a relaxed opportunity to meet new faces, share experiences, and start the year feeling connected and ready.
Masters Trials
Mid October, 2026
Details for players interested in Masters representative trials, including eligibility and registration information.
Hockey Nines Tournament Umpires Briefing
6 March, 2026
This briefing introduces umpires to the Hockey Nines format, including the key rule variations, game flow, and expectations for officiating in this new tournament. Attendance ensures everyone is aligned on interpretations and consistency before the competition begins.
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.