📣 TASMAN DISTRICTS U18 MEN’S TEAM ANNOUNCEMENT – 2026 HNZ NATIONAL TOURNAMENT

📣 TASMAN DISTRICTS U18 MEN’S TEAM ANNOUNCEMENT – 2026 HNZ NATIONAL TOURNAMENT

Nelson Hockey Association is pleased to announce the Tasman Districts U18 Men’s Team selected to represent our region at the 2026 HNZ U18 Men’s National Tournament, held in Tauranga from July 5–11.

We are very excited to confirm the following athletes:

🟦 Tasman Districts U18 Men’s Team – 2026

1. Blake Sinclair
2. Josh Lovell
3. Kerwin Taylor
4. Leo Yianakis
5. Rupert Hammond
6. Thomas McLean
7. Ethan Jenkins
8. Hunter Andrews
9. Finlay Lawson (GK)
10. Luke Jordan
11. Micah Dunn – Non‑Travelling Reserve
12. Liam Harcus
13. Alex Heard
14. Ben Storey
15. Logan Flight
16. Harrison Fishburn (GK)
17. Zander Freitas
18. TK Freitas

Coaching Staff:

• Head Coach: Ryan Clements
• Coach: Jorgen Kwinkelenberg
• Manager: L. Freitas

Congratulations to all selected players — an outstanding achievement and a reflection of your commitment, work ethic, and performances throughout the trial process.

📅 NEXT STEPS Further information regarding the build‑up to the National Tournament, including training schedules, logistics, and preparation plans, will be sent out tomorrow afternoon.

We look forward to an exciting and competitive campaign as the team prepares to represent the Tasman region with pride.

Ngā mihi, Tasman Districts Hockey