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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.
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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.
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!
Announcement
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.
Announcement
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.
Community
Kicking Off the Season with a Great "Have a Go" Day!
It was an incredible start to the season at our Juniors "Have a Go" Day, with 60 participants enjoying perfect weather, trying new skills, and having fun in mini games and activities. A big thank you to everyone who came along – we can’t wait for the next one!
Community
Have A Go Day – Join Us for Some Hockey Fun!
Join us for WHA’s Junior Hockey Have-A-Go Day on March 29th at the National Hockey Stadium! This fun, free event is perfect for new and returning junior players to pick up a stick, play some games, and get ready for the junior hockey season—no experience needed!
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