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Welcome to The Huddle – bringing you news on what’s happening in our Hockey New Zealand community! |
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Records await at Ford National Hockey Championships
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| A record breaking, 48 teams will face off in Palmerston North at Hockey Manawatu for the 2024 Ford National Hockey Championships, September 15-21.
This year’s tournament will spell the 100th anniversary of the K Cup, with the women’s final set to close out the Ford National Hockey Championship as the pinnacle and final game on Saturday. Defending champions Auckland will look to repeat their success last year having beaten North Harbour 2-1. On the men’s side, Otago will have their eyes set on a historic three-peat, having lifted the Challenge Shield in 2022 and beaten Canterbury last year 2-1.
Games will be played across Hockey Manawatu and Massey University turfs, with all games streamed live thanks to our partners, Sportway.
Subscription offer for the 2024 National Hockey Championship:
Full draw and team entries can be viewed here. |
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National Secondary School tournaments conclude
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| National Secondary School tournament action swept across the country last week, with over 5002 pupils and 313 teams playing across 20 tournaments and 17 venues.
In Hamilton, the top girl’s teams competed for the Fed Cup, with Diocesan School for Girls triumphing over St Cuthbert’s College with two last minute goals in the 56th and 60th minute of the match. Whilst St Andrews College sealed the Marie Fry Cup with a 2-0 victory over Rangitoto College.
In Tauranga, Whangarei Boys High School sealed the India Shield, with a 4-2 shootout win over St Andrews College, following the score sitting one goal apiece after regulation time. And in front of a packed local crowd, Tauranga Boys College earned victory with a 6-5 shootout win over Timaru Boys High School.
India Shield Champions:
Whangarei Boys High School
Rankin Cup Champions:
Tauranga Boys College
Federations Cup Champions:
Diocesan School for Girls
Marie Fry Champions:
St Andrews College
Diocesan School for Girl
A full list of the school tournament results can be found below. |
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Hockey Foundation launches new annual fundraising initiative
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| The Hockey Foundation have announced a new annual fundraising initiative designed to grow and develop the game of hockey across the country- The Play It Forward Fundraiser.
Hockey New Zealand Board & Senior Advisor Richard Lindroos says, “It’s crucial to opening our game and amplifying our sport.” The fundraiser will target three causes this year that are essential for the growth and development of hockey in New Zealand and it addresses a genuine need within the sport. The funds raised will have a measurable impact, allowing the recipients to further develop in their respective areas.
This year, donations will go to:
Coach and Official Developer Programme support
Youth scholarship fund for Future Black Sticks development
Scholarship fund for hardship
To donate, please head to the Play It Forward Fundraiser page here. |
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Future Black Sticks U18 squads named
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| Following a great week of hockey in July for both the U18 Men and Women, a group of players have been selected to come together for an upcoming Future Black Sticks camp in October.
This camp offers an opportunity for those selected to immerse themselves in a “live in” environment with top coaches and support staff, where they’ll be introduced to high performance principals and styles of play needed to perform on the world stage.
Player Pathway Manager, Aaron Ford says, “Our FBS Super Camp is a great opportunity for our best talent to gain the tools and knowledge they need so they can live the habits of a high performance athlete back in their local association, ultimately taking their game to new levels.”
The timing of this camp is particularly exciting as it aligns with preparations for the Junior World Cup Qualifiers, set to take place in Auckland in January 2025, followed by the Junior World Cup later in the year.
Super Camp Dates:
7 – 11 October 2024 |
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North Harbour and Auckland clinch Vantage National U18 titles
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| The Vantage National U18 Tournaments in July concluded with thrilling victories as Auckland men and North Harbour women clinched the national titles in Hawkes Bay and Christchurch respectively.
In Hawkes Bay, Auckland men showcased a dominant performance, quickly taking the lead with two early goals from Raynish Patel and Julius Sailer in the first five minutes. Angus Bannatyne added a third goal in the 37th minute to put Auckland in cruise control. Canterbury added a late consulate goal to leave the finishing score, 3-1. Wellington claimed the bronze medal after a shootout win over hosts Hawkes Bay.
In Christchurch, North Harbour girls came from behind to secure a 3-1 victory over Manawatu. Olivia Matson of Manawatu opened the scoring in the eighth minute, but North Harbour equalised just one minute later with a goal from Brooklyn Burton. North Harbour then took the lead in the 15th minute and sealed the win with a goal from Ashley Brown in the 52nd minute. In the bronze medal matchup between Auckland and Hawkes Bay, it was Auckland who secured a 3-1 victory, having initially led 3-0. |
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Sport NZ launches coaching campaign
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| Every day, coaches give their time to make a difference to the lives of young New Zealanders. Sport is fuelled by more than 300,000 coaches in New Zealand and over 5000 coaches throughout the Hockey New Zealand network. Most of this workforce are volunteers who play a significant role in enabling sport at all levels in Aotearoa New Zealand.
Sport NZ, in collaboration with Coach For Life, is taking the opportunity to make coaches feel recognised and valued, due to their important role in our communities.
‘Everyday Heroes’ is a campaign that highlights how important coaches are to the health and wellbeing of young people, through being the backbone of our sporting system.
Players and teams can say thanks to their coach by visiting thankscoach.co.nz to send their own personalised e-card or video message.
Say thanks coach. |
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