31st March 2010
A big Easter of Junior International Hockey
The Under-16 International Squads are in action at Glyndwr University in Wrexham against Scotland on Friday, Saturday and Sunday over Easter whilst the Under-18 Squads make the journey to Largs for their series of three tests against our Celtic cousins.
Nestlé Get Set Go Free
Welsh Hockey Union will be endorsing the forthcoming Nestlé Go Set Go Free promotion. We are encouraging clubs and facilities to support this campaign and take this great opportunity to help get more people on pitches while growing the profile of the sport. It will not take up too much of your time and is an ideal way to encourage new members.
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EuroHockey comes to Cardiff
This Easter weekend both Whitchurch (hosts) and Cardiff & UWIC will be playing in the EuroHockey Men's Trophy at WIS, Cardiff. With both teams determined to carry on from last year's success when they won promotion, they will be up against some of the top clubs in Europe in what should be an excellent weekend of top class hockey. Daily highlights will be available at http://fieldhockeytv.com/eurohockey with full details available at www.eurohockeyclubtrophy2010.co.uk
31st March 2010
FIH Appoints Welshman as Competitions Manager
The WHU is delighted to announce that Martyn Gallivan has been appointed as FIH'’s Competitions Manager.
31st March 2010
Inspire Wales Awards
The Inspire Wales Awards are looking for people who have made a difference to Wales and put their talents to good use to inspire others around them.
31st March 2010
Farewell to Chris Marriott
After 12 years of service, Chris Marriott leaves the employment of Welsh Hockey today for pastures new. Chris has held a variety of positions over the years, most recently as National Development Manager for Coaching.
30th March 2010
Welsh Universities Team Bound for Scotland
The Welsh Universities Women's team, with a predominance of UWIC students who recently lost out in the Welsh Cup Final on penalty strokes to Penarth, travel up to Scotland for the 4-team Home Nations competition with England, Scotland and Northern Ireland. The competition takes place on 13th - 15th April at Peffermill.
29th March 2010
Whitchurch finish 4th
Whitchurch finished the season in fourth place in the EHL Conference West after losing their final league match 4-1 to Fareham.
28th March 2010
Welsh Cup Finals reports
UC Swansea v Bridgend (Men's Welsh Shield), Cardiff & UWIC v Whitchurch (Men's Welsh Cup), Bridgend v Whitchurch Saints (Women's Welsh Shield), Whitchurch v Cardiff & UWIC (Men's 2XI Cup), UWIC LHC v Penarth LHC (Women's Cup), Howardian LHC v Cardiff University LHC (Women's 2nd XI Cup).
26th March 2010
North Wales Junior Hockey report
The North Wales Under-11 and Under-13 Competitions came to a close on Sunday with a day of excellent entertaining hockey played in sunny conditions.
26th March 2010
Welsh officials off to Delhi
The WHU are delighted to announce that three Welsh officials have been appointed to the XIX Commonwealth Games in Delhi. Sue Gray and Colin Crayford have been appointed as Judges and Annabelle Willox as an umpire.
23rd March 2010
Cup Finals come to town!
The winners of the 6 major senior tournaments will be decided over 27th – 28th March at the National Hockey Stadium, Cardiff.
22nd March 2010
Eifionydd win Schools U-14 Championships
Eifionydd School, representing Eryri area, took home the U-14 title after a thrilling final against West Mon (SE Wales). With both teams winning their respective Pools, West Mon had to rely on penalty strokes to see them through against Bishopston in their semi-final whilst Eifionydd scored a late goal in an end-to-end match against Welshpool in the other semi.
22nd March 2010
Whitchurch go down to Champions
Whitchurch lost 4-2 at EHL Conference West champions Team Bath Buccaneers, conceding late goals after holding a 2-1 lead going into the last quarter.
22nd March 2010
WHU installed at WIS
The WHU moved into WIS last week and not without teething problems. The move out of Severn House went smoothly but land lines and full internet communication has yet to be re-established in the new HQ now located in the old Taff Suite.
Win tickets to the EuroHockey Club Trophy
For your chance to win two tickets to the EuroHockey Club Trophy on a day of your choice just complete the communications survey online. A winner will be drawn from all surveys completed by 29th March. The winner will be contacted by 5pm on 29th March. The tournament is being hosted in Cardiff by Whitchurch HC in conjunction with the WHU on 2nd-5th April. Eight teams from around Europe will be competing including our two home sides; Whitchurch and Cardiff & UWIC.
Complete our survey for your chance to win
16th March 2010
Vets 60's+ lift the Super-Vets Trophy for the Second Year
Against strong European opposition, the Welsh Grand Masters (60s+) retained the trophy they won last year in the French hosted tournament.
16th March 2010
The WHU invites applications for the 2010 UKCC Level 3 Qualification
This is the qualification for those who wish to coach tactical play and team play to a more advanced level. The prerequisite to attend the Level 3 course is to have completed the Level 2 coach award. The course is only suitable for those who have experience of coaching hockey in a variety of settings. Ideally a club head coach would have the Level 3 Award.
More details ('Update your coaching awards' page)
15th March 2010
Wales Announce Senior Women's Captain
Carys Hopkins was announced as Captain of the Senior Women's Squad bound for the World Cup Qualifiers in Russia.
15th March 2010
Whitchurch win again to retain 2nd place
Whitchurch overturned a half time deficit with a fine second half display to run out 4-2 winners against visitors Bournville, a result that leaves Whitchurch three points clear in second place in the EHL Conference West with just two games remaining.
8th March
Latest WHU circular and draft Equity Policy available to download
The latest WHU circular and copies of our draft Equity Policy available via our 'Circulars' page
We are continually striving to improve our relationship with all involved with hockey in Wales. Please take the time to help us keep you up to date and give us your feedback via our on-line survey
8th March 2010
Whitchurch hit 5 to regain 2nd place
Whitchurch continued their fine home form for the season with a sparkling 5-0 win against Stourport, a result which lifts them back into 2nd place in the EHL Conference West division.
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5th March 2010
Gorseinon College retain Welsh Women's U18 Schools title
Gorseinon College (Afan Nedd Tawe) beat Blaengwawr Comprehensive (Glamorgan Valleys), Ysgol Brynhyfryd (North East Wales) and Llanidloes High School (Powys) to win Pool A. Llanidloes High School beat Blaengwawr Comprehensive and Ysgol Brynhyfryd to finish runners-up.
Full story, results and more pictures
U-21 Women's Head Coach
South Wales policeman Walid Adbo will bring his organisational skills to bear as he takes over the Head Coaching role for the Wales Under-21 Women. Walid, already coaching both Cardiff & UWIC Men and Penarth Women, and with previous international playing experience, has been involved with the Regional Academy for some 2 years. Walid is looking forward to the challenge with his customary enthusiasm and verve and is also embarking on his level 3 course.
4th March 2010
Women's Squad for World Cup Qualifier announced
Head Coach, Jo Nightingale, announced the Women's squad to compete for the World Cup Qualifier to be played in Kazan, Russia from 16-25 April.
Full story and match schedules
Brian Tully
We regret to advise the WHU membership that Brian Tully passed away last Thursday night, after a short illness. Dave Maas writes, "We are naturally all totally devastated at the Gwent club. Brian was a long standing member of Cwmbran Hockey Club and was instrumental in helping the merger between Newport and Cwmbran last year into the new Gwent Hockey Club. A fastidious follower of the sport and the oracle as far as the hockey rule book was concerned; he was always available in the pub after a match to debate decisions.
Brian enjoyed his few trips with the Welsh Over 60's, in particular Wrexham in November 2008 and Stirling last May, and was planning on coming on more this year. He leaves no family as his wife sadly died just over a year ago. Keith Davies and Pal Lottay, his loyal drinking companions and close friends from the Club, were with him at the end last Thursday night in the Royal Gwent, Newport." The Funeral service will be held on Friday 19 March at 4.00pm at Gwent Crematorium, Croesyceiliog, Nr Cwmbran NP44 2BZ with donations to Cancer Research in lieu of flowers.
Dave Maas would be grateful if those who anticipate attending the funeral could advise him at
davemaas48@aol.com
3rd March 2010
All change at the WHU
Mike Leatt passes over the reigns (or in this case the banner!) of the Welsh Hockey Union to Helen Bushell after a 3 year spell as CEO.
2nd March 2010
WHU on the Move!!
The WHU moves office to the Welsh Institute of Sport at Sofia Gardens from its present Ely location next week.
1st March 2010
Whitchurch slip to fourth place in the EHL Conference West after a 4-2 defeat at
Birmingham University
In a hectic opening twenty minutes the teams shared four goals. Nils Lloyd-Penny opened the scoring for Birmingham seven minutes into the game following a well-worked move which opened up the Whitchurch defence.
S Wales U-15 Girls Club Championships
On Sunday 28th February at Swansea on a cold, dry day twelve teams took part in the South Wales qualifying pools of the Women's U-15 Welsh Club Championships. Only the winning team from the three pools would qualify for the Welsh Finals to be played on Sat / Sun 24th / 25th April at the Welsh Institute of Sport, Cardiff. All three pools were very competitive and the girls were all a credit to their coaches showing good on the ball skills and fitness. Swansea Bay, Whitchurch Sts and Penarth all won their pools so qualifying them to take part in the Finals where they will be joined by a team from North Wales.
It was nice to see so many enthusiastic and knowledgeable parents supporting their girls on such a cold day but thanks to the Swansea Ladies café we were all kept well fed and watered!!!
Brand new workshop for coaches
The brand new sports coach UK 'Positive Behaviour Management in Sport' workshop will be held for the first time in Wales next Monday, 8th March, 18.30 to 21.30 at NIAC, UWIC. This is the first time this new workshop will be held in Wales, and the workshop is open to all, but will be most appropriate for any coaches who may experience challenging behaviour in the environments that they're coaching in.
To book places on this new workshop, please contact UWIC on 02920 416777 - please note, there are limited spaces left.
