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.
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.
Junior Umpires
JUMP: Calling all Junior Umpires
Calling all junior umpires! Whether you're just starting out or looking to take your umpiring to the next level, JUMP (Junior Umpire Mentorship Programme) is here to help. This FREE programme offers coaching from senior umpires, providing guidance, feedback, and support to help you improve your understanding of the game, decision-making skills, and confidence.
JUMP is perfect for those umpiring junior teams in the Year 5/6 and Year 7/8 grades or secondary school U15 grade.
Registrations are now open! Don’t miss out on this opportunity to grow as an umpire. Sign up today!
Junior Hockey
Little Sticks, Big Fun: Funsticks for Yrs 1&2
Join our 8-week Funsticks programme for children aged 5-6 years, perfect for those new to hockey! Focused on developing basic skills and building confidence through fun activities, this programme helps kids get active and engaged in sport.
Details:
Dates: May 3rd – June 28th (No session on Kings Birthday Weekend)
Times: Saturdays 8 AM - 8:45 AM (Fraser Park), 9 AM – 9:45 AM (NHS, Elsdon Park) | Tuesdays (Marsden School Turf) & Wednesdays (Maidstone Park) 4 PM – 4:45 PM
Cost: $60 for 8 sessions
Registration: Now Open on PlayHQ
Officials
Umpire Registrations for 2025 Season Now Open!
We’re excited to announce that umpire registrations for both Open Grade and Secondary School competitions are now open on PlayHQ! Whether you're an experienced umpire, a beginner, looking to give it a go, club or school allocated, or a current WHA umpire – we welcome all registrations!
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Wellington Hockey provides diverse Winter Hockey Competitions for Secondary School students, aiming to foster holistic development aligned with their Talent Framework while offering opportunities for players of all levels to thrive in a positive environment.
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News Updates and Announcements
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.
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.
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.
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.
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