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Wellington Masters players selected for New Zealand teams at the 2026 World Masters Hockey World Cup in Belgium and the Netherlands

Wellington Hockey would like to congratulate our Masters players who have been selected to represent New Zealand at the 2026 World Masters Hockey World Cup, taking place later this year in Belgium and the Netherlands.


Following strong performances at the National Masters Tournament, a number of Wellington players have earned selection across multiple age groups in the New Zealand Masters squads. Their selection reflects the depth of experience, commitment, and quality within the Wellington hockey community.


We are proud to see Wellington represented across both the women’s and men’s teams, with players spanning a wide range of age grades.


Women’s Teams

The following Wellington players have been selected in the New Zealand women’s squads:


W35

  • Aniwaka Haumaha

  • Hannah Richardson

  • Lucy Lawlor


W45

  • Rachel Lilley

  • Norma McCarty

  • Daina Ratana

  • Erin Muxlow


W45 – Non-travelling Reserve

  • Stephanie Weller


W60

  • Gail Donaldson

  • Paula Attril


W65

  • Di Jordan


Men’s Teams

Wellington will also be well represented in the men’s squads:


M35

  • Ethan Kerriush


M40

  • Vijay Soma

  • Jamie Cavanaugh


M40 – Non-travelling Reserve

  • Matt Ramsay


M45

  • Andrew Martin

  • Dave Murray


M50

  • Aaron Clulow

  • Liam Drew


M55

  • Adrian Lobb

  • Kether Gati

  • Grant Boyde

  • Michael Seymour

  • Chris Vautier

  • Rob Bicknell


M55 – Non-travelling Reserve

  • Aaron Murray


M65

  • Ed Rafferty

  • Sheldon Bruce

  • Stephen Hughes

  • Peter Thomas

  • Prakesh Jeram

  • Nev Parker


M65 – Non-travelling Reserve

  • David Wilson


A Proud Moment for Wellington Hockey

Having so many players selected across the Masters age groups highlights the strength of the Wellington Masters community and the continued passion for hockey well beyond the traditional competitive years.


We wish all selected players the very best as they prepare to represent New Zealand on the world stage. Wellington Hockey will be proudly following your journey and cheering you on.

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