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Secondary School Hockey
Introduction to 11-a-side Hockey Registrations Now Open
Registrations are now open for Wellington Hockey’s new Introduction to 11-a-side Hockey programme for Year 9 players. This four-week programme is designed to help players build confidence and understanding of the full-field game before the season begins.
22 January 2026
Representative
Wellington U18s Claim Double Gold at Indoor Nationals
It was an unforgettable week in Taupō for Wellington Hockey, as both U18 Indoor Hockey teams fought their way to championship wins at the 2026 U18 Indoor National Championships.
20 January 2026
Representative
Riana Pho Named New Zealand U21 Women’s Player of the Year
Riana Pho has been named the 2025 New Zealand U21 Women’s Player of the Year, a huge achievement and a proud moment for Wellington Hockey. The award recognises an outstanding season marked by leadership, consistency, and impact on the international stage.
15 January 2026
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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
Coaching
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.
15 April 2025
Junior Hockey
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.
14 April 2025
Representative
Wellington Talent on Show as Junior Hockey League Begins!
The Junior Hockey League (JHL) kicks off today in Auckland, showcasing New Zealand’s top U21 talent in a fast-paced, five-day tournament. Wellington Hockey has athletes proudly represented across both Men and Women Falcons squads along with Lexie Etherington appointed as an umpire for the tournament.
13 April 2025
Community
Just Stick With It – A New Space for Girls in Sport
Just Stick With It is a fun and inclusive program designed to encourage girls to get involved in hockey, build confidence, and make new friends in a supportive environment. After a successful first term, we’re excited to bring it back in Term 4 at Mana College.
10 April 2025
Junior Hockey
After School Hockey Club – Term 1 Recap!
In Term 1, our After School Hockey Club for Years 1–3 and 4–6 saw great growth and ended with a successful 'Bring a Friend Day'. We’re excited to continue the fun in Term 4!
9 April 2025
Announcements
Wellington Hockey Association Introduces Competition Environment Policy
Wellington Hockey Association has introduced a new Competition Environment Policy to address player misconduct, alongside updates to the Code of Conduct.
8 April 2025
Announcements
Accountants Plus NHS 2 Now Streaming Matches on HockeyNZ.tv
Thanks to a new partnership with Accountants Plus, who is now the NHS 2 Turf Sponsor, our community can enjoy twice as many live-streamed matches from both Cello NHS 1 and Accountants Plus NHS 2. All games are available to watch live or on-demand at HockeyNZ.tv.
3 April 2025
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