Wellington Hockey is proud to congratulate Max Wallace, who has been named a finalist for Official of the Year at the 2026 Wellington Regional Sports Awards.
This recognition reflects Max's outstanding contribution to officiating in Wellington and the significant impact he continues to make both on and off the field.
A respected umpire and dedicated member of Wellington Hockey's Officials Working Group, Max is passionate about developing and supporting officials at every level of the game. Whether mentoring new umpires, delivering education opportunities, or officiating across community and representative hockey, his leadership, professionalism and commitment have helped strengthen officiating throughout the Wellington region.
Max's dedication to creating a positive environment for officials and players alike has made him a valued member of the hockey community, and this nomination is a fitting acknowledgement of the time and effort he invests in the sport.
Congratulations, Max, on this well-deserved recognition. We wish you all the very best at the 2026 Wellington Regional Sports Awards on 20 August.
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22 July 2026
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