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Competitions
Wellington Hockey Launches New Hockey Nines Tournament for 2026
Wellington Hockey is launching a new fast-paced Hockey Nines Tournament on 7–8 March 2026, giving P1–P2 teams the perfect pre-season hit-out before winter. Players are encouraged to connect with their club and team mates to get their team sorted.
Development
Registrations Open for WHA’s 2026 Summer Development Programme
Registrations are now open for WHA’s 2026 Summer Development Programme, a seven-week series of high-quality training sessions designed to prepare U14, U16 and U18 players for the season ahead.
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Junior Hockey
After School Hockey Club Returns for Term 1, 2026
Registrations are now open for Wellington Hockey’s After School Hockey Club, returning in Term 1, 2026 with fun, skills-focused sessions for players in Years 1–6. Join us across multiple venues for six weeks of learning, activity and confidence-building on the turf with lots of FUN!
Premier Hockey League
Falcons Come to Capital for Exciting Double Header Weekend in Wellington
The Falcons return to the National Hockey Stadium for an action-packed double header on 6–7 December, taking on the Southern Alpiners and Northern Tridents in two thrilling Premier Hockey League clashes. Don’t miss the chance to see Wellington’s top hockey talent compete on home turf. Tickets available now at falcons.flicket.co.nz.
Representative
2026 National Masters Teams Announced
MAG and WHA are proud to announce the Masters teams selected to represent at the 2026 Vantage National Masters Tournament in North Harbour. The Masters community continues to grow, with both new and returning coaches on board. Congratulations to all selected players as preparations begin for February’s tournament.
Premier Hockey League
Wellington Athletes Selected for 2025 Premier Hockey League
Wellington Hockey is proud to celebrate the selection of several local athletes named in the Falcons squads for the 2025 Premier Hockey League, with the season kicking off on 8 November. Fans can catch the action live when Wellington hosts a home double-header weekend at the National Hockey Stadium later in December.
Community
Hockey Without Limits: A Day of Inclusion and Fun
Wellington Hockey’s first Hockey Without Limits programme was a huge success, giving 30 participants with physical and intellectual disabilities the chance to play, learn, and enjoy the game. This new initiative is proudly supported by the Halberg Foundation, College Sport Wellington, and Tū Manawa Active Aotearoa.
Announcement
Hockey and Softball to share the Fraser Park Hockey Pavilion this Summer
Wellington Hockey and the Hutt Valley Dodgers Softball Club will share the Fraser Park Pavilion this summer, giving softball a nearby home base while hockey continues as usual. The six-month trial won’t affect turf access, with changing rooms now accessible via the rear entrance.
Events
Wellington Hockey Awards 2025: Celebrating Excellence On and Off the Turf
The Wellington Hockey Awards 2025 celebrated the players, coaches, umpires, volunteers, and clubs who bring our game to life, reflecting the passion and energy of Wellington’s hockey community.
Black Sticks
Wellington Players Take Part in 2025 U18 Futures Camp
Several Wellington athletes and coach James Birkefeld took part in Hockey New Zealand’s 2025 Future Black Sticks Super Camp at King’s College, Auckland — a week dedicated to developing the next generation of high performance hockey talent.
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