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Junior Hockey
Registrations Open for U11 SPRING into Development
Registrations are now open for Wellington Hockey’s U11 SPRING into Development programme this Term 4! Keep your hockey going while building your skills, confidence and game understanding in a fun and supportive environment.
10 September 2026
Junior Hockey
After School Hockey Club Returns for Term 4
Wellington Hockey’s After School Hockey Club is back for Term 4, giving children in Years 1–6 the chance to learn and develop their hockey skills in a fun, supportive environment. With six-week programmes running at venues across Wellington, all equipment is provided and sessions are suitable for complete beginners through to existing junior players.
3 September 2026
Older News
Coaching
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.
13 May 2025
Representative
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.
30 April 2025
Umpiring & Officiating
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.
29 April 2025
Representative
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.
28 April 2025
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).
25 April 2025
Umpiring & Officiating
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.
22 April 2025
Umpiring & Officiating
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.
20 April 2025
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.
16 April 2025
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