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Wellington Hockey at Students Officials Day – Growing the Future of Umpiring
Wellington Hockey joined the Students Officials Day in Porirua and Lower Hutt, supporting students as they explored umpiring through interactive workshops and on-field practice. Organised by College Sport Wellington and Nuku Ora, the events sparked strong engagement and enthusiasm for officiating.
Coaches
Wellington Hockey Delivers Successful FIH Level 1 Coaching Course
Wellington Hockey hosted an FIH Level 1 Coaching Course led by Emma Phelps and James Birkfield, featuring engaging discussions and practical turf sessions. The course showcased strong regional interest in developing coaching skills across the community.
Representitive
U16 Boys Representative Team Announcement
We’re excited to announce the U16 Boys Representative Team for 2025! The team will represent Wellington at the Lower North Island U16 Tournament in New Plymouth from 8-11 July. Congratulations to all the boys that have been selected.
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Officials
WHA Officials Appointed to 2025 Trans-Tasman Masters Challenge
Congratulations to Steven Dyhrberg, Vivienne Dyhrberg, and Nano Tunnicliff on their selection to officiate at the 2025 Trans-Tasman Masters Challenge in Cairns this May.
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Wellington Players Selected for 2025 Trans-Tasman Masters Challenge
Wellington Hockey is proud to announce that 48 players from our region have been selected to represent New Zealand at the 2025 Trans-Tasman Masters Challenge in Cairns, Queensland, from 13–17 May. The teams will showcase their skills in a series of matches against Australia, with all games live-streamed on LiveHockey.com.au.
Representative
U18 Representative Teams Announcement
Wellington Hockey is excited to announce our U18 representative teams for 2025. The squads are gearing up to kick off their campaigns after an initial training camp, with National Tournaments set for 29 Jun - 5 Jul at North Harbour (Women) and Timaru (Men).
Officials
Lexie Etherington Selected for Umpire Development Programme in Singapore
Lexie Etherington has been appointed to an umpire development programme in Singapore, designed for young women in umpiring, offering opportunities for match officiating, video analysis, and practical learning. This appointment is part of Hockey NZ’s strategy to promote development opportunities between New Zealand, Singapore, and Asia.
Officials
JUMP into Umpiring this Season
Wellington Hockey is launching JUMP (Junior Umpire Mentorship Programme) to support and develop the next generation of umpires through hands-on experience, game-day coaching, and mentorship. This programme is ideal for secondary school students, whether new to umpiring or looking to refine their skills, offering opportunities to grow in a supportive environment.
Junior Hockey
Fun Sticks: The Perfect Introduction to Hockey!
Fun Sticks is an 8-week programme for kids aged 5-6, focusing on building basic movement and motor skills through fun, engaging hockey activities. It's the perfect introduction to the game, providing all the gear and a supportive environment to help young players get started.
Coaches
FIH Level 1 Coaching Course Coming to Wellington This May
Wellington Hockey is hosting an FIH Academy Level 1 Coaching Course on 11 May at the National Hockey Stadium. Expressions of interest are now open, with limited spaces available.
Development
Kicking Off the Junior Hockey Season with Explore
The Explore programme provided Year 7-8 athletes in Kāpiti and at NHS with a great start to the hockey season, focusing on skill development in small group settings. Over six weeks, players regained their touch, built confidence, and showed impressive growth.
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