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09/03/2010
Gloucestershire U14 success for Tom and Jon
Anything the girls can do ....
Congratulations and good luck to Thomas Child and Jon Matthews who have both been selected for the Gloucestershire U14 boys squad that will travel to Millfield this weekend to take part in the Regional tournament.
08/03/2010
Promoted Yate 3rds 1 step closer to Championship
The Yate 3rd team, who assured themselves promotion with 5 games left to play won again at the weekend 4-0 against Bristol & West F are now one step closer to the championship title.
The 3rds need 1 more win from their final 2 matches to make the title almost gauranteed, as they have a much better goal difference than their closest rivals UWE, who are 3 points behind.
06/03/2010
England claim first semi-final spot in World Cup
England qualify!
England became the first team to qualify for the World Cup semi-finals with a 3-2 win over India in the Dhyan Chand Stadium, New Delhi. The visitors looked home and dry at 3-0 when Ashley Jackson finished off a scrambled mess of a goal in the 48th minute to claim his second strike of the game. But what coach Jason Lee described as "poor execution" let India back into the match for a nailbiting final few minutes.
Gurwinder Singh Chandi turned in a cross from the right by Gurbaj Singh in the 54th minute. Three minutes later, Raijpal Singh finished off a move started when England lost the ball on the Indian 25. Raijpal as had a chance to equalise in the dying minutes as a cross flew across goal. England had secured their 1-0 half-time lead with a James Tindall tap-in in the 16th minute and doubled the lead when Jackson put a rocket of a penalty corner into the top right corner in the 43rd minute.
England play Spain on Monday, a loss will still mean a semi-final spot, but if Australia, as expected, beat Pakistan, then the Kookaburras will almost certainly finish top of the group thanks to the goal difference produced by their 12-0 thrashing of South Africa. Earlier in the day, Spain showed the rest of the sides in New Delhi how to play against the Kookaburras. Astute aerials and balls into the corner to fast forwards continually turned the Aussies around and stifled their attacking drive. Australia's opener (Luke Doerner, PC, 20mins) came against the run of play. The Aussies stepped up the on-the-ball pressure on the Spanish defence in the second half, and as a result stifled some of the earlier long passing. The Spanish withstood the pressure with their usual quick-footed defence, but the yellow-carding Ramon Alegre in the 52nd minute (for attempting to fell Jamie Dwyer in full flight) tipped the balance in favour of the Kookaburras. Glenn Turner then finished of a corner in the 60th minute. A few spirited attacks gave the Spanish some hope but Australia held out.
The battle of the cellar-dwellers in group B ended in a 4-3 win for South Africa over the higher-ranked Pakistan. Two late penalty corner goals made the scoreline more flattering than Pakistan deserved in a game where they started well but then recaptured their appalling form from their opener against India.
Day Eight Preview
The big game in group B is leaders Netherlands taking on Germany in the third game - this match will probably end up deciding the 1/2 placings in the group. The opener, Korea v Cana will have no effect on the top placings. New Zealand are still in with an outside chance of a semi-final but they face the under-rated Argentinians who have already lost two heartbreakers - last minute against Korea 2-1 and a heroic 4-3 defeat by Germany.
England qualify!
England became the first team to qualify for the World Cup semi-finals with a 3-2 win over India in the Dhyan Chand Stadium, New Delhi. The visitors looked home and dry at 3-0 when Ashley Jackson finished off a scrambled mess of a goal in the 48th minute to claim his second strike of the game. But what coach Jason Lee described as "poor execution" let India back into the match for a nailbiting final few minutes.
Gurwinder Singh Chandi turned in a cross from the right by Gurbaj Singh in the 54th minute. Three minutes later, Raijpal Singh finished off a move started when England lost the ball on the Indian 25. Raijpal as had a chance to equalise in the dying minutes as a cross flew across goal. England had secured their 1-0 half-time lead with a James Tindall tap-in in the 16th minute and doubled the lead when Jackson put a rocket of a penalty corner into the top right corner in the 43rd minute.
England play Spain on Monday, a loss will still mean a semi-final spot, but if Australia, as expected, beat Pakistan, then the Kookaburras will almost certainly finish top of the group thanks to the goal difference produced by their 12-0 thrashing of South Africa. Earlier in the day, Spain showed the rest of the sides in New Delhi how to play against the Kookaburras. Astute aerials and balls into the corner to fast forwards continually turned the Aussies around and stifled their attacking drive. Australia's opener (Luke Doerner, PC, 20mins) came against the run of play. The Aussies stepped up the on-the-ball pressure on the Spanish defence in the second half, and as a result stifled some of the earlier long passing. The Spanish withstood the pressure with their usual quick-footed defence, but the yellow-carding Ramon Alegre in the 52nd minute (for attempting to fell Jamie Dwyer in full flight) tipped the balance in favour of the Kookaburras. Glenn Turner then finished of a corner in the 60th minute. A few spirited attacks gave the Spanish some hope but Australia held out.
The battle of the cellar-dwellers in group B ended in a 4-3 win for South Africa over the higher-ranked Pakistan. Two late penalty corner goals made the scoreline more flattering than Pakistan deserved in a game where they started well but then recaptured their appalling form from their opener against India.
Day Eight Preview
The big game in group B is leaders Netherlands taking on Germany in the third game - this match will probably end up deciding the 1/2 placings in the group. The opener, Korea v Cana will have no effect on the top placings. New Zealand are still in with an outside chance of a semi-final but they face the under-rated Argentinians who have already lost two heartbreakers - last minute against Korea 2-1 and a heroic 4-3 defeat by Germany.
06/03/2010
Yate mens 2nds secure promotion with 2 games left
Yate seconds secured the second promotion in a row with a hard fought win over local rivals Bristol and West. Nick White scored with 10 minutes to go, (against 11 and two umpires) to ensure that Bristol UWE in 3rd cannot catch them. Yate need to earn 4 points from their last two games to ensure finishing top spot after leading for most of the season having been closely chased all the way by Bristol University. Yate 2nds next match is at home next Saturday at 2:30 against Bristol UWE who are still in the running for 2nd spot and the second promotion place.
Yate seconds secured the second promotion in a row with a hard fought win over local rivals Bristol and West. Nick White scored with 10 minutes to go, (against 11 and two umpires) to ensure that Bristol UWE in 3rd cannot catch them. Yate need to earn 4 points from their last two games to ensure finishing top spot after leading for most of the season having been closely chased all the way by Bristol University. Yate 2nds next match is at home next Saturday at 2:30 against Bristol UWE who are still in the running for 2nd spot and the second promotion place.
05/03/2010
World Cup day 5
England win but lose Mantell
A tournament-ending ankle injury to England's best defender Richard Mantell marred an otherwise excellent win over Pakistan on day five of the men's Hockey World Cup in New Delhi. Mantell was stretchered off in the 13th minute of the second-half after tumbling over a Pakistan player in the circle while defending a penalty corner. Pakistan's Rehan Butt, levelled the scores at 2-2 deflecting in a cross after the corner broke down.
England's coach Jason Lee was full of praise for the resilience of his side, who then made the game safe with two deflected goals from skipper Barry Middleton (52, 65) and a hard hit, cross-shot from Jonty Clarke. Mantell has dislocated his right ankle and Lee confirmed he will not play again in this World Cup. Fortunately the side has other defensive options, although Lee says much of the team's playing style has been moulded around Mantell's qualities. Earlier England had played steadily towards a 2-0 half-time lead before some squandered possession allowed Pakistan back into the game.
England's opener was one of the best goals of the tournament so far. Ben Hawes, temporarily at left-half, threw a 70m aerial ball to James Tindall on the left wing. Tindall's hard-hit corss found a sliding Clarke who roofed the shot (20mins). Ashley Jackson (32mins) added England's second . England's resources could be further depleted for their last two pool games. Iain Mackay earned a yellow card for a collision with Muhammad Irfan in the second half in an incident that could attract the attention of the tournament director. In other group B games, Australia knocked in a World Cup record-equalling 12 against a hapless South Africa – goals are too many to list but Jamie Dwyer (all field goals) and Luke Doerner (all PCs) both scored hat-tricks. South Africa had no answer to a rampant Australian team whose penalty corner routines have started to click ominously well..
In the final game of the day Spain outplayed India, and the crowd, 5-2. With one win from three games, the hosts semi-final chances now look slim, while Spain join Australia on two wins, behind England's three from three. England's remaining games are India on Saturday and Spain on Monday. Australia play Spain on Saturday, so one more win for England will will secure a semi-final place.
Day Six Preview
Day six sees some more potentially lop-sided encounters in group A. Korea vs New Zealand is potentially the best of the games. Netherlands should be far too good for Canada and it would be a n upset if the ruthless Germans lost to Argentina – although the Argentinians showed they should not be taken lightly when it took a last-minute Koran penalty corner to beat them on day four.
England win but lose Mantell
A tournament-ending ankle injury to England's best defender Richard Mantell marred an otherwise excellent win over Pakistan on day five of the men's Hockey World Cup in New Delhi. Mantell was stretchered off in the 13th minute of the second-half after tumbling over a Pakistan player in the circle while defending a penalty corner. Pakistan's Rehan Butt, levelled the scores at 2-2 deflecting in a cross after the corner broke down.
England's coach Jason Lee was full of praise for the resilience of his side, who then made the game safe with two deflected goals from skipper Barry Middleton (52, 65) and a hard hit, cross-shot from Jonty Clarke. Mantell has dislocated his right ankle and Lee confirmed he will not play again in this World Cup. Fortunately the side has other defensive options, although Lee says much of the team's playing style has been moulded around Mantell's qualities. Earlier England had played steadily towards a 2-0 half-time lead before some squandered possession allowed Pakistan back into the game.
England's opener was one of the best goals of the tournament so far. Ben Hawes, temporarily at left-half, threw a 70m aerial ball to James Tindall on the left wing. Tindall's hard-hit corss found a sliding Clarke who roofed the shot (20mins). Ashley Jackson (32mins) added England's second . England's resources could be further depleted for their last two pool games. Iain Mackay earned a yellow card for a collision with Muhammad Irfan in the second half in an incident that could attract the attention of the tournament director. In other group B games, Australia knocked in a World Cup record-equalling 12 against a hapless South Africa – goals are too many to list but Jamie Dwyer (all field goals) and Luke Doerner (all PCs) both scored hat-tricks. South Africa had no answer to a rampant Australian team whose penalty corner routines have started to click ominously well..
In the final game of the day Spain outplayed India, and the crowd, 5-2. With one win from three games, the hosts semi-final chances now look slim, while Spain join Australia on two wins, behind England's three from three. England's remaining games are India on Saturday and Spain on Monday. Australia play Spain on Saturday, so one more win for England will will secure a semi-final place.
Day Six Preview
Day six sees some more potentially lop-sided encounters in group A. Korea vs New Zealand is potentially the best of the games. Netherlands should be far too good for Canada and it would be a n upset if the ruthless Germans lost to Argentina – although the Argentinians showed they should not be taken lightly when it took a last-minute Koran penalty corner to beat them on day four.
05/03/2010
World Cup day 6
Eastern hopes head west on World Cup day six
Any faint hopes of an Asian winner at the 2010 World Cup in New Delhi disappeared on day six when Korea capitulated to New Zealand 2-1. The Asian champs put in a thoroughly unimpressive performance and were flattered in the scoreline by a 70th minute penalty stroke. The Blacksticks on the other hand looked like a side starting to relish the challenge of the World Cup with Ryan Archibald to the fore in producing some end-to-end hockey.
The results leave the unbeaten Germany and Netherlands in charge of the semi-final spots in group A, with their clash on Sunday likely to be crucial in deciding the 1/2nd placings. The Kiwis are still in with a sniff, however - a good result against Argentina on Sunday and somem heroics in their final group game against Germany could see them in a coveted semi-final spot. Andy Hayward gave the improving Blacksticks the lead over Korea with a 9th minute with a PC drag-flick, low to keeper Lee Myung-Ho's left. The second followed in the 22minute - captain for the day Dean Couzins netting from the penalty spot, again low to keeper's left, after a goal-bound ball collected a Korean foot. The smartest move of the day was the Kiwis choosing their white alternate strip, rather than baking in black - the sun is shines on the pitch for most of the first half with 4.30pm games. Second-up Netherlands disposed of Canada 6-0 without ever looking really impressive (especially with the scores level at half-time) - but they are improving and are masters of pacing themselves through tournaments. Goals from Taeke Taekema (Pc,PC, 41, 63), Roger Hofman (FG, FG 48, 56), Ronald Brouwer (FG, 43) and Rob Reckers (FG, 53).
The Argentina-Germany game was the pick of the day's matches, with the Argentinians never-say-die spirit winning over the crowd in the Dhyan Chand Stadium. If it was not for a brilliant diving save by Tim Jessault from a reverse-stick hit (sorry didn't get the striker) with nine minutes on the clock, Argentina would have gained at least a draw. They dominated the last quarter of the game and look the best of the teams that won't make the semi-finals - but with three losses (two by a knife-edge) they may not come out of the World Cup with the credit, or placing, they deserve. Martin Zwicker opened the scoring in the 5th minute (FG), Lucas Vila then equalised in the next minute for Argentina. Zwicker then restored the lead turning in a PC after 14minutes. Matthias Witthaus made it 3-1 Germany (FG) in the 23rd and lesser teams would (and have) capitulated against the black machine. Matias Paredes swept in a partly blocked Pedro Ibarra penalty corner in the 34th minute. Martin Haner steadied the German nerves finishing a clever four-man corner move in the 45th. Still the Argentinians came forward and Ibarra netted a corner in the 56th minute to set up the grandstand finish.
Day Seven Preview
Australia vs Spain and England vs India are the key matches in group B on day seven - upsets here and the group will open right up. The South Africa-Pakistan clash is hard to pick and the contrasting styles might produce an exciting match
Eastern hopes head west on World Cup day six
Any faint hopes of an Asian winner at the 2010 World Cup in New Delhi disappeared on day six when Korea capitulated to New Zealand 2-1. The Asian champs put in a thoroughly unimpressive performance and were flattered in the scoreline by a 70th minute penalty stroke. The Blacksticks on the other hand looked like a side starting to relish the challenge of the World Cup with Ryan Archibald to the fore in producing some end-to-end hockey.
The results leave the unbeaten Germany and Netherlands in charge of the semi-final spots in group A, with their clash on Sunday likely to be crucial in deciding the 1/2nd placings. The Kiwis are still in with a sniff, however - a good result against Argentina on Sunday and somem heroics in their final group game against Germany could see them in a coveted semi-final spot. Andy Hayward gave the improving Blacksticks the lead over Korea with a 9th minute with a PC drag-flick, low to keeper Lee Myung-Ho's left. The second followed in the 22minute - captain for the day Dean Couzins netting from the penalty spot, again low to keeper's left, after a goal-bound ball collected a Korean foot. The smartest move of the day was the Kiwis choosing their white alternate strip, rather than baking in black - the sun is shines on the pitch for most of the first half with 4.30pm games. Second-up Netherlands disposed of Canada 6-0 without ever looking really impressive (especially with the scores level at half-time) - but they are improving and are masters of pacing themselves through tournaments. Goals from Taeke Taekema (Pc,PC, 41, 63), Roger Hofman (FG, FG 48, 56), Ronald Brouwer (FG, 43) and Rob Reckers (FG, 53).
The Argentina-Germany game was the pick of the day's matches, with the Argentinians never-say-die spirit winning over the crowd in the Dhyan Chand Stadium. If it was not for a brilliant diving save by Tim Jessault from a reverse-stick hit (sorry didn't get the striker) with nine minutes on the clock, Argentina would have gained at least a draw. They dominated the last quarter of the game and look the best of the teams that won't make the semi-finals - but with three losses (two by a knife-edge) they may not come out of the World Cup with the credit, or placing, they deserve. Martin Zwicker opened the scoring in the 5th minute (FG), Lucas Vila then equalised in the next minute for Argentina. Zwicker then restored the lead turning in a PC after 14minutes. Matthias Witthaus made it 3-1 Germany (FG) in the 23rd and lesser teams would (and have) capitulated against the black machine. Matias Paredes swept in a partly blocked Pedro Ibarra penalty corner in the 34th minute. Martin Haner steadied the German nerves finishing a clever four-man corner move in the 45th. Still the Argentinians came forward and Ibarra netted a corner in the 56th minute to set up the grandstand finish.
Day Seven Preview
Australia vs Spain and England vs India are the key matches in group B on day seven - upsets here and the group will open right up. The South Africa-Pakistan clash is hard to pick and the contrasting styles might produce an exciting match
02/03/2010
Girls County success (updated !)
Congratulations to 15 year old Amy Sweet who has made the Avon U18 squad for this year's County championships and to Molly Buxton who has been selected for the Avon U15 girls squad. Both will be playing at Millfield (we think !) later this month.
Further to the above the following have also been selected for County duty :
Zoe Cullum and Izzy Joy - Avon U14
Pippa Barnes / Maria Jones / Anna Haskins - Avon U15
Nadine Moody - Avon U18
Alice Kennedy is a travelling reserve for the U15's and spare a thought for Shannon Saunders who injured her hand and was not selected on that basis.
Well done to all and there are a couple of girls in the Glos training squads who will find out in the next week or so whether they have been selected.
Congratulations to all of the girls and it has been noted that the common theme is that all of the above attend training regularly and have put in lots of effort over several years.
02/03/2010
Avon League Finals day 21st March
Come along and support the U15 girls squad who are playing at Yate in the Avon League finals on 21st March in the afternoon, details can be found under the Avon Junior Hockey League web site (see the links section)
Come along and support the U15 girls squad who are playing at Yate in the Avon League finals on 21st March in the afternoon, details can be found under the Avon Junior Hockey League web site (see the links section)
01/03/2010
Watch the World Cup
Zing TV will be broadcasting all the World Cup matches live for free. Zing is available on the following channels:
Sky Channel 789
Freesat Channel 509
Virgin Media (channel numbers vary by region)
The Daily Telegraph has secured the rights to stream England's World Cup matches live online. Watch all of England's matches online at www.telegraph.co.uk/hockeylive
The BBC Sport website will show edited highlights of England Hockey’s World Cup matches online at http://news.bbc.co.uk/sport1/hi/other_sports/hockey/default.stm.
Source & for much more info : http://www.englandhockey.co.uk/page.asp?section=745§ionTitle=Hero+Honda+FIH+World+Cup+2010
28/02/2010
U13 girls - WINNERS
Congratulations to the U13 squad for winning the Avon League today, thoroughly deserved folowing victories over Chippenham, Clifton and Firebrands.
Imogen was named GK of the day, Suzie Barnes was top scorer on the day and Zoe Cullum picked up the top scorer award for the initial league matches. Well done girls and to all of the squad who participated in the Finals day and to the few who were unable to play because of County commitments
More details will follow but please see the link to the Avon Junior Hockey League for the results and scorers.
25/02/2010
Hero Honda FIH World Cup 2010 starts this Sunday
Full Details of Fixtures and Results can be found here: Hero Honda FIH World Cup 2010
28th February 2010
16:35 South Africa : Spain
18:35 Australia : ENGLAND
20:35 Pakistan : India
1st March 2010
16:35 New Zealand : Canada
18:35 Germany : Korea
20:35 Netherlands : Argentina
2nd March 2010
16:35 South Africa : ENGLAND
18:35 Pakistan : Spain
20:35 India : Australia
3rd March 2010
16:35 Canada : Germany
18:35 Argentina : Korea
20:35 New Zealand : Netherlands
4th March 2010
16:35 South Africa : Australia
18:35 ENGLAND : Pakistan
20:35 Spain : India
5th March 2010
16:35 Korea : New Zealand
18:35 Netherlands : Canada
20:35 Germany : Argentina
6th March 2010
16:35 Australia : Spain
18:35 South Africa : Pakistan
20:35 ENGLAND : India
7th March 2010
16:35 Korea : Canada
18:35 New Zealand : Argentina
20:35 Germany : Netherlands
8th March 2010
16:35 Spain : ENGLAND
18:35 Australia : Pakistan
20:35 South Africa : India
9th March 2010
16:35 Germany : New Zealand
18:35 Netherlands : Korea
20:35 Canada : Argentina
11th March 2010
15:35 Clas. 11-12 6th Pool A : 6th Pool B
18:05 Semi-final 1st Pool A : 2nd Pool B
20:05 Semi-final 1st Pool B : 2nd Pool A
12th March 2010
15:35 Clas. 9-10 5th Pool A : 5th Pool B
18:05 Clas. 7-8 4th Pool A : 4th Pool B
20:35 Clas. 5-6 3rd Pool A : 3rd Pool B
13th March 2010
15:35 Bronze Medal Match
18:05 FINAL
Full Details of Fixtures and Results can be found here: Hero Honda FIH World Cup 2010
28th February 2010
16:35 South Africa : Spain
18:35 Australia : ENGLAND
20:35 Pakistan : India
1st March 2010
16:35 New Zealand : Canada
18:35 Germany : Korea
20:35 Netherlands : Argentina
2nd March 2010
16:35 South Africa : ENGLAND
18:35 Pakistan : Spain
20:35 India : Australia
3rd March 2010
16:35 Canada : Germany
18:35 Argentina : Korea
20:35 New Zealand : Netherlands
4th March 2010
16:35 South Africa : Australia
18:35 ENGLAND : Pakistan
20:35 Spain : India
5th March 2010
16:35 Korea : New Zealand
18:35 Netherlands : Canada
20:35 Germany : Argentina
6th March 2010
16:35 Australia : Spain
18:35 South Africa : Pakistan
20:35 ENGLAND : India
7th March 2010
16:35 Korea : Canada
18:35 New Zealand : Argentina
20:35 Germany : Netherlands
8th March 2010
16:35 Spain : ENGLAND
18:35 Australia : Pakistan
20:35 South Africa : India
9th March 2010
16:35 Germany : New Zealand
18:35 Netherlands : Korea
20:35 Canada : Argentina
11th March 2010
15:35 Clas. 11-12 6th Pool A : 6th Pool B
18:05 Semi-final 1st Pool A : 2nd Pool B
20:05 Semi-final 1st Pool B : 2nd Pool A
12th March 2010
15:35 Clas. 9-10 5th Pool A : 5th Pool B
18:05 Clas. 7-8 4th Pool A : 4th Pool B
20:35 Clas. 5-6 3rd Pool A : 3rd Pool B
13th March 2010
15:35 Bronze Medal Match
18:05 FINAL
10/02/2010
Elise Belcher in Africa - January Newsletter
Elise Belchers writes about her voluntary work in Africa. See the attached document for her January Newsletter
Elise Belchers writes about her voluntary work in Africa. See the attached document for her January Newsletter
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Elise Newsletter January |
10/02/2010
JAC success for U14 boys
Congratulations to Tom Child, Jonny Matthews and Isa Ghadian who have all made the next stage of the Gloucestershire U14 County training
Congratulations to Tom Child, Jonny Matthews and Isa Ghadian who have all made the next stage of the Gloucestershire U14 County training
10/02/2010
Junior training at half-term
Head Coach Haggis has asked for a reminder to be put on the web site for all junior players that there is training this Sunday 14th Feb at YOSC at the usual time (10.00 - 12.00) and also indoor training in the sports hall on Monday evening between 7-8pm
There will also be training on the following Sunday.
Head Coach Haggis has asked for a reminder to be put on the web site for all junior players that there is training this Sunday 14th Feb at YOSC at the usual time (10.00 - 12.00) and also indoor training in the sports hall on Monday evening between 7-8pm
There will also be training on the following Sunday.
08/02/2010
Inaugural U18 match for girls
Yate under 18 14 v Old Bristolians 0
In their very first U18 match, Yate fielded a very strong under 18 side in what turned out to be a one sided match against Old Bristolians.
Pippa Barnes totally dominated the midfield field connecting well with Amy Sweet until injury forced her to retire from the game, between them they scored 9 goals, Claire Buckland also scored making the half time score 10 - 0.
In the second half Yate scored 4 further goals through Charlotte Dando, Amy Sweet, Bethany Caley and Izzy Grimes, Rebecca Coles was also unlucky not to get on the score sheet. Jo Mackie, Alaina Herbert, Rosie Belcher and Georgia Haines Woodhouse had little to do in defence but they did secure a clean sheet.
Credit must go to the OB players who never gave up and played right to the end
Yate under 18 14 v Old Bristolians 0
In their very first U18 match, Yate fielded a very strong under 18 side in what turned out to be a one sided match against Old Bristolians.
Pippa Barnes totally dominated the midfield field connecting well with Amy Sweet until injury forced her to retire from the game, between them they scored 9 goals, Claire Buckland also scored making the half time score 10 - 0.
In the second half Yate scored 4 further goals through Charlotte Dando, Amy Sweet, Bethany Caley and Izzy Grimes, Rebecca Coles was also unlucky not to get on the score sheet. Jo Mackie, Alaina Herbert, Rosie Belcher and Georgia Haines Woodhouse had little to do in defence but they did secure a clean sheet.
Credit must go to the OB players who never gave up and played right to the end
08/02/2010
U14 girls squad vs Thornbury
Girls U14s played a fixture against Dursley / Thornbury and ran out 3-1 winners. Again it is not often that we have fielded U14s, as the Avon League has been geared towards U13 and U15, and the main difference was playing together as an 11 a side on a full sized pitch.
The girls gelled very well together and there were excellent performances all through the team, from GK Raisa Daya, to Katherine Edwards in defence, to Zoe Cullum in midfield, and to Megan Diamond in attack, who scored two clinical goals, with the first goal coming from Isabella Joy. The younger girls in the squad enjoyed the experience and challenge of playing in new conditions.
Girls U14s played a fixture against Dursley / Thornbury and ran out 3-1 winners. Again it is not often that we have fielded U14s, as the Avon League has been geared towards U13 and U15, and the main difference was playing together as an 11 a side on a full sized pitch.
The girls gelled very well together and there were excellent performances all through the team, from GK Raisa Daya, to Katherine Edwards in defence, to Zoe Cullum in midfield, and to Megan Diamond in attack, who scored two clinical goals, with the first goal coming from Isabella Joy. The younger girls in the squad enjoyed the experience and challenge of playing in new conditions.
01/02/2010
Girls U13 / U15 Avon League reports
The Yate U15 and U13 girls were back in Avon League action this week – for the U13s, the A Team had already qualified for the Finals, along with Chippenham A, who just pipped Yate B for the second position in the Finals. This week’s matches were all friendlies, and therefore the Yate A, B and C teams were shuffled around to give the younger players a good experience of playing with the older players. Good performances from all the players, with special mentions to Beth Northeast from Yate C, Megan Long from Yate B, and Poppy Thompson from Yate A.
The Yate U15 A team were back to their winning ways this week and had two great wins beating Redland B 8 - 0 with 5 goals from an in form Amy Sweet and also from Maria Jones, Ellie Diamond and Alice Kennedy. In their second match they beat Yate B 4 - 0 with two goals each from Amy Sweet and Pippa Barnes. The whole team performed really well but player of the day went to Alice Kennedy for her outstanding play.
Yate B were also successful in their first game against Redland B winning 3 - 0. Amongst the goal scorers were Florrie Eccleson and Daisy Tucker. Although the B`s lost to the A team in their second match 4 - 0 they didn’t give up and battled really hard to the end of the game. Imogen Lydford one of the U13 goalkeepers made her debut in goal for Yate B and played brilliantly making several great saves. Player of the day went to Holly Constable who defended brilliantly throughout the afternoon.
The Yate U15 and U13 girls were back in Avon League action this week – for the U13s, the A Team had already qualified for the Finals, along with Chippenham A, who just pipped Yate B for the second position in the Finals. This week’s matches were all friendlies, and therefore the Yate A, B and C teams were shuffled around to give the younger players a good experience of playing with the older players. Good performances from all the players, with special mentions to Beth Northeast from Yate C, Megan Long from Yate B, and Poppy Thompson from Yate A.
The Yate U15 A team were back to their winning ways this week and had two great wins beating Redland B 8 - 0 with 5 goals from an in form Amy Sweet and also from Maria Jones, Ellie Diamond and Alice Kennedy. In their second match they beat Yate B 4 - 0 with two goals each from Amy Sweet and Pippa Barnes. The whole team performed really well but player of the day went to Alice Kennedy for her outstanding play.
Yate B were also successful in their first game against Redland B winning 3 - 0. Amongst the goal scorers were Florrie Eccleson and Daisy Tucker. Although the B`s lost to the A team in their second match 4 - 0 they didn’t give up and battled really hard to the end of the game. Imogen Lydford one of the U13 goalkeepers made her debut in goal for Yate B and played brilliantly making several great saves. Player of the day went to Holly Constable who defended brilliantly throughout the afternoon.
31/01/2010
JAC success for youngsters
Congratulations to Joe Avis, Matt Bethell, Harry Eddolls, Brendan Foreman and Peter Weber who have all made a provisional training squad for Glos U15 boys. If they get through the next round of training, they will be in a position to represent the County at the West tournament on March 28th
Congratulations to Joe Avis, Matt Bethell, Harry Eddolls, Brendan Foreman and Peter Weber who have all made a provisional training squad for Glos U15 boys. If they get through the next round of training, they will be in a position to represent the County at the West tournament on March 28th
31/01/2010
Coaching badge success for youngsters
Well done to two of our U18 players, Tom Appleby and Andy Moody, for successfully completing their level 1 EHA badge before Christmas. Both are using their qualification by coaching the next generation of Yate juniors.
On the same course, John Hatfield - aka Grandad - also passed and we thought that he would appreciate his name being on the same page as two lads whose combined age is still less than his !
Well done to two of our U18 players, Tom Appleby and Andy Moody, for successfully completing their level 1 EHA badge before Christmas. Both are using their qualification by coaching the next generation of Yate juniors.
On the same course, John Hatfield - aka Grandad - also passed and we thought that he would appreciate his name being on the same page as two lads whose combined age is still less than his !
31/01/2010
Oxford success for youth player
We are pleased to report that one of our youth (and 1st team) players, Jon Appleby, has been offered a place at Oxford University, reading maths and statistics at Worcester College.
Jon, who is a pupil at Colston's school, has been part of our youth set up for several years now, debuting for the first team at 14 and achieving notable success on the pitch, with his finest hour coming in the U15 Avon League win when he scored both goals in the final.
We wish him every success and congratulate him on a great achievement.
We are pleased to report that one of our youth (and 1st team) players, Jon Appleby, has been offered a place at Oxford University, reading maths and statistics at Worcester College.
Jon, who is a pupil at Colston's school, has been part of our youth set up for several years now, debuting for the first team at 14 and achieving notable success on the pitch, with his finest hour coming in the U15 Avon League win when he scored both goals in the final.
We wish him every success and congratulate him on a great achievement.
27/01/2010
England Hockey - Its All About Indoor!
With only two weeks to go until the start of the second half of the outdoor season you would have thought that top clubs would be resting their hardworking players…but that’s not the case for the National Indoor Hockey Finalists! In only six days time we’ll know who the England Indoor Hockey League Champions are and you could be there to find out.
PASSION. SPEED. RESPECT. The National Indoor Hockey Championships will be held over the last weekend of January (30th - 31st) and they promise to put the heat back into this chilly month. We now know who the Finalists are in this action packed, fast, thrilling game.
· The Men's Competition will see Surbiton, Reading, East Grinstead and Loughborough Students battling it out on the Sunday when they play both their semi-finals and their finals.
· The Women's Competition takes place over both days. Bowdon Hightown, Slough, Canterbury and Leicester compete for a place in the finals on Sunday when they play their semi-finals on Saturday evening.
For the first time in hockey history the Junior Championship has been split. This time 16 Junior teams will play for four trophies.
· In the Girls U16 age group, Trojan and Beeston will play for the U16 Junior Club trophy on Sunday with Millais and Wakefield Girls High School playing for the Schools trophy on Saturday.
· In the same age group for the Boys, Bromley & Beckenham take onHavant for the Junior Club trophy and the Royal Grammar School, Wycombe play Whitgift in the Schools competition.
· In the U18 Club competition, Beeston have two teams. Their girls team will play Belper for the U18 Junior Club trophy and their boys will play Old Loughtonians.
· The U18 Schools finalists see Ipswich play The Perse in the Boys competition and Kingston play Repton for the Girls trophy.
Whoever plays in the Finals you can guarantee they’ll put their all into the games. PASSION. SPEED. RESPECT. will never have had more relevance than they do over the last weekend of January at the Trent FM Arena, Nottingham. You can be there too to experience this electrifying event.
Specials: Free programme for England Hockey Members (please show your card); Indoor Hockey The Finals Ticket Deals are available NOW if you book in advance! Click here to find out more! www.englandhockey.co.uk/IndoorFinalsDeals (Booking fees apply)
With only two weeks to go until the start of the second half of the outdoor season you would have thought that top clubs would be resting their hardworking players…but that’s not the case for the National Indoor Hockey Finalists! In only six days time we’ll know who the England Indoor Hockey League Champions are and you could be there to find out.
PASSION. SPEED. RESPECT. The National Indoor Hockey Championships will be held over the last weekend of January (30th - 31st) and they promise to put the heat back into this chilly month. We now know who the Finalists are in this action packed, fast, thrilling game.
· The Men's Competition will see Surbiton, Reading, East Grinstead and Loughborough Students battling it out on the Sunday when they play both their semi-finals and their finals.
· The Women's Competition takes place over both days. Bowdon Hightown, Slough, Canterbury and Leicester compete for a place in the finals on Sunday when they play their semi-finals on Saturday evening.
For the first time in hockey history the Junior Championship has been split. This time 16 Junior teams will play for four trophies.
· In the Girls U16 age group, Trojan and Beeston will play for the U16 Junior Club trophy on Sunday with Millais and Wakefield Girls High School playing for the Schools trophy on Saturday.
· In the same age group for the Boys, Bromley & Beckenham take onHavant for the Junior Club trophy and the Royal Grammar School, Wycombe play Whitgift in the Schools competition.
· In the U18 Club competition, Beeston have two teams. Their girls team will play Belper for the U18 Junior Club trophy and their boys will play Old Loughtonians.
· The U18 Schools finalists see Ipswich play The Perse in the Boys competition and Kingston play Repton for the Girls trophy.
Whoever plays in the Finals you can guarantee they’ll put their all into the games. PASSION. SPEED. RESPECT. will never have had more relevance than they do over the last weekend of January at the Trent FM Arena, Nottingham. You can be there too to experience this electrifying event.
Specials: Free programme for England Hockey Members (please show your card); Indoor Hockey The Finals Ticket Deals are available NOW if you book in advance! Click here to find out more! www.englandhockey.co.uk/IndoorFinalsDeals (Booking fees apply)
14/01/2010
End of Season Ball - Saturday 24th April
We are pleased to announce our end of season ball and presentation evening will be held on Saturday 24th April 2010 at Chipping Sodbury Golf Club. Please mark your diaries as this is a night not to miss. See your Captain or a committee member for details as you'll need to buy your ticket early to secure your place.
13/01/2010
Mens Training Wednesday, Indoor Thursday
Just to let you know that outdoor training tonight has been cancelled due to snow. We are hoping that access to YOSC will improve today / tomorrow and have booked the sports hall at YOSC from 8pm to 10pm tomorrow (Thursday 14 January) for indoor hockey so we can get some training in before this weekend's league games.
Just to let you know that outdoor training tonight has been cancelled due to snow. We are hoping that access to YOSC will improve today / tomorrow and have booked the sports hall at YOSC from 8pm to 10pm tomorrow (Thursday 14 January) for indoor hockey so we can get some training in before this weekend's league games.
12/01/2010
England Hockey Indoor Finals
Indoor Hockey The Finals will be held over the last weekend of January and they promise to put the heat back into this chilly month.
The postponement of the final matches in the Men’s Indoor England Hockey League (EHL) Premier Division to this weekend (16th and 17th January) sees East Grinstead, Loughborough Students, Reading and Surbiton in the box seats to qualify for The Finals but anything could happen – could a new Indoor Hockey power push through the ranks and qualify instead?
The Women’s teams will benefit from the return of their international players the following weekend (23rd and 24th January) – which will make for some exciting games, especially given the Women’s Indoor EHL Premier Division table is tightly packed so there’s all to play for in their final weekend.
Apart from the Senior finals of this thrilling 6-a-side game, the 30th and 31st January will be full of activity, with the U16 and U18 Clubs and Schools finals, music, cheerleaders, freebies, face-painting, balloons and more. So there will be loads to keep the entire family occupied making it a great Weekend Out for everyone!
Whoever gets through to the finals you can guarantee they’ll put their all into the games. Passion. Speed. Respect will never have had more relevance than they do over the last weekend of January at the Trent FM Arena, Nottingham. You can be there too to experience this electrifying event. For more information and the full event timetable see www.englandhockey.co.uk/IndoorFinals
Special Indoor Hockey The Finals Ticket Deals are available NOW if you book in advance!
Indoor Hockey The Finals Deals
Family : 2 adults plus 2 children - Saturday 30th January: £20, Sunday 31st January: £30 (i.e.children go FREE!)
Adults Only : Buy 4 tickets get 1 FREE, on any one day for the same day
Club / School Groups : Buy 8 junior tickets get 2 adult tickets FREE, on any day for the same day
Individual Tickets Adults : Saturday 30th January £10 Sunday 31st January £15 U18s : Saturday 30th January £5 Sunday 31st January £7 NUS : Saturday 30th January £7 Sunday 31st January £10
All tickets can be purchased from The Trent FM Box Office on 0844 4124 624 online at www.englandhockey.co.uk/IndoorFinalsDeals (Booking fees apply)
Indoor Hockey The Finals will be held over the last weekend of January and they promise to put the heat back into this chilly month.
The postponement of the final matches in the Men’s Indoor England Hockey League (EHL) Premier Division to this weekend (16th and 17th January) sees East Grinstead, Loughborough Students, Reading and Surbiton in the box seats to qualify for The Finals but anything could happen – could a new Indoor Hockey power push through the ranks and qualify instead?
The Women’s teams will benefit from the return of their international players the following weekend (23rd and 24th January) – which will make for some exciting games, especially given the Women’s Indoor EHL Premier Division table is tightly packed so there’s all to play for in their final weekend.
Apart from the Senior finals of this thrilling 6-a-side game, the 30th and 31st January will be full of activity, with the U16 and U18 Clubs and Schools finals, music, cheerleaders, freebies, face-painting, balloons and more. So there will be loads to keep the entire family occupied making it a great Weekend Out for everyone!
Whoever gets through to the finals you can guarantee they’ll put their all into the games. Passion. Speed. Respect will never have had more relevance than they do over the last weekend of January at the Trent FM Arena, Nottingham. You can be there too to experience this electrifying event. For more information and the full event timetable see www.englandhockey.co.uk/IndoorFinals
Special Indoor Hockey The Finals Ticket Deals are available NOW if you book in advance!
Indoor Hockey The Finals Deals
Family : 2 adults plus 2 children - Saturday 30th January: £20, Sunday 31st January: £30 (i.e.children go FREE!)
Adults Only : Buy 4 tickets get 1 FREE, on any one day for the same day
Club / School Groups : Buy 8 junior tickets get 2 adult tickets FREE, on any day for the same day
Individual Tickets Adults : Saturday 30th January £10 Sunday 31st January £15 U18s : Saturday 30th January £5 Sunday 31st January £7 NUS : Saturday 30th January £7 Sunday 31st January £10
All tickets can be purchased from The Trent FM Box Office on 0844 4124 624 online at www.englandhockey.co.uk/IndoorFinalsDeals (Booking fees apply)
11/01/2010
Ladies training - Tuesday 12th January
Yosc have advised the pitch will NOT be open for training this Tuesday. We are looking for alternatives so please contact your team captain for further information.
Yosc have advised the pitch will NOT be open for training this Tuesday. We are looking for alternatives so please contact your team captain for further information.
08/01/2010
Ladies matches on Saturday 9th January 2010
Please note, all ladies fixtures are postponed this Saturday 9th due to the weather. Please check the website or with your Captain with regards to training on Tuesday. Thanks.
Please note, all ladies fixtures are postponed this Saturday 9th due to the weather. Please check the website or with your Captain with regards to training on Tuesday. Thanks.
08/01/2010
Junior matches
I can confirm that YOSC contacted me earlier today and all training and
matches are CANCELLED for sat and sun 9th and 10th Jan.
Indoor training on mon 11th is currently on but please check e-mail before
venturing out on Monday as if predicted snow falls on Sunday it may mean
cancelling indoor for mon night.
I can confirm that YOSC contacted me earlier today and all training and
matches are CANCELLED for sat and sun 9th and 10th Jan.
Indoor training on mon 11th is currently on but please check e-mail before
venturing out on Monday as if predicted snow falls on Sunday it may mean
cancelling indoor for mon night.
07/01/2010
Elise Belcher in Africa - December Newsletter
Elise Belchers writes about her voluntary work in Africa. See the attached document for her December Newsletter
Elise Belchers writes about her voluntary work in Africa. See the attached document for her December Newsletter
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Elise Newsletter December |
16/12/2009
England Hockey Board - Have a Happy Christmas
Happy Christmas to you all!
Now – if you’re still hunting around for a suitable Christmas present for that hockey-loving friend of yours or if you’re feeling blue and want to spoil yourself then don’t despair – take a look at these great gift ideas for hockey fans!
Tickets for the National Indoor Hockey Championships at the Trent FM Arena, Nottingham, 30-31 January
See the top men's and women's clubs competing to become the champions of England, and secure European qualification too. The Trent FM Arena is a fantastic new venue for this event which always delivers thrills, spills and goals. With hockey coming to town spectators can also enjoy a wide range of catering, hockey shops, cheerleaders, music and entertainment on and off the pitch. EHB Members receive a free programme (worth £3) on showing their membership card at the event), and Platinum members will be emailed shortly about their free ticket plus all-day hospitality on Sunday 31st January.
Click here to book: NIHC Trent FM Arena
Tickets for the Womens Champions Trophy in Highfields Sports Club Nottingham, 10-18 July 2010
Featuring the England women's team and in the supporting Men’s Four Nations tournament, the Great Britain men's side. Highfields Sports Club will be transformed to host this world level event with a 3000 seat stadium, pumping sound system, big screen TV, hockey retail village and Fun Zone to give the complete spectator experience. EHB Members receive terrific discounts on ticket and access to the Hockey House. Order your tickets before 21 December and receive a mystery free gift as an extra present too!*
Click here to book: WCT 2010
EHB Membership - the perfect gift for the hockey follower in your life who already has everything else! From just £25 per year, Membership offers a whole range of benefits:
and there’s more for coaches, umpires and our Platinum “VIP” supporters too. Please see: England Hockey Membership.
To ensure delivery in time for Christmas, please return your form to us by Monday, 21st December
adidas Replica Kit!
It’s here at last. Yes you too can feel the pride of pulling on England’s brand new kit. T-shirts and hoodies carrying the inspirational Three Lions logo, which will delight any England Hockey fan, are available from Barringtons or Hockey Centre.
Celebrate Christmas with Passion. Speed and Respect – and the England Hockey Board too!
Happy Christmas to you all!
Now – if you’re still hunting around for a suitable Christmas present for that hockey-loving friend of yours or if you’re feeling blue and want to spoil yourself then don’t despair – take a look at these great gift ideas for hockey fans!
Tickets for the National Indoor Hockey Championships at the Trent FM Arena, Nottingham, 30-31 January
See the top men's and women's clubs competing to become the champions of England, and secure European qualification too. The Trent FM Arena is a fantastic new venue for this event which always delivers thrills, spills and goals. With hockey coming to town spectators can also enjoy a wide range of catering, hockey shops, cheerleaders, music and entertainment on and off the pitch. EHB Members receive a free programme (worth £3) on showing their membership card at the event), and Platinum members will be emailed shortly about their free ticket plus all-day hospitality on Sunday 31st January.
Click here to book: NIHC Trent FM Arena
Tickets for the Womens Champions Trophy in Highfields Sports Club Nottingham, 10-18 July 2010
Featuring the England women's team and in the supporting Men’s Four Nations tournament, the Great Britain men's side. Highfields Sports Club will be transformed to host this world level event with a 3000 seat stadium, pumping sound system, big screen TV, hockey retail village and Fun Zone to give the complete spectator experience. EHB Members receive terrific discounts on ticket and access to the Hockey House. Order your tickets before 21 December and receive a mystery free gift as an extra present too!*
Click here to book: WCT 2010
EHB Membership - the perfect gift for the hockey follower in your life who already has everything else! From just £25 per year, Membership offers a whole range of benefits:
- discounts to selected EHB matches throughout the year (see above for discounts to the Women’s Champions Trophy and Men’s Four Nations tournament)
- quarterly Hockey News magazine
- access to EHTV, our online TV channel, showing highlights of international and domestic games and much, much more
- unique members-only calendar with all the key hockey dates for the 09/10 season
- membership card, and (for new members) car window sticker and lanyard
- special offer this year only – pitchside notepad and pen set
and there’s more for coaches, umpires and our Platinum “VIP” supporters too. Please see: England Hockey Membership.
To ensure delivery in time for Christmas, please return your form to us by Monday, 21st December
adidas Replica Kit!
It’s here at last. Yes you too can feel the pride of pulling on England’s brand new kit. T-shirts and hoodies carrying the inspirational Three Lions logo, which will delight any England Hockey fan, are available from Barringtons or Hockey Centre.
Celebrate Christmas with Passion. Speed and Respect – and the England Hockey Board too!
30/11/2009
England’s Hockey Matches Live Online All This Week
Fantastic news for hockey fans!
From tomorrow (Saturday), Hockey fans in the UK will be able to watch England’s men live in action against the five best teams in the World in the ABN AMRO Champions in Melbourne, Australia.
Fantastic news for hockey fans!
From tomorrow (Saturday), Hockey fans in the UK will be able to watch England’s men live in action against the five best teams in the World in the ABN AMRO Champions in Melbourne, Australia.
The tournament begins with Germany v England at 02:05am (UK time) on Saturday morning and will also see England play Spain, Australia, the Netherlands and Korea between Saturday and Sunday 6 December.
The England Hockey Board (EHB) has paid for a number of elements of this coverage and would appreciate hockey supporters passing on this information to fellow fans, players and colleagues to give as many people as possible the opportunity to follow the team.
Live Online Streaming (UK Only)
The EHB has invested in live online streaming of every England match in Australia. To watch the matches live online visit www.englandhockey.co.uk/livehockey
Matches on Demand
If you miss the matches live, or just fancy watching them again, EHTV will have each and every one of England’s Champions Trophy matches available to watch on demand. Just go to www.englandhockey.co.uk/ehtv after each game*
*there will be a delay of approximately five hours in getting these online while our EHTV hosts receive them from the production company and upload.
Sky Sports
Sky Sports will screen one hour highlights programmes covering all of England’s Champions Trophy matches beginning on Saturday night at 11pm on Sky Sports 3 Digital.
The full highlights programme schedule is as follows. Please note this is subject to change at short notice by the television company.
Match - Date - Programme Starts - Channel
Germany v England - 28/11/2009 - 23:00 - Sky Sports 3 Digital
Germany v England - 29/11/2009 - 11:00 - Sky Sports 3 Digital
England v Spain - 29/11/2009 - 22:00 - Sky Sports Xtra
England v Spain - 30/11/2009 - 10:00 - Sky Sports Xtra
Australia v England - 01/12/2009 - 18:30 - Sky Sports 2 Digital
Australia v England - 02/12/2009 - 00:00 (tbc) - Sky Sports Xtra
Australia v England - 02/12/2009 - 04:00 (tbc) - Sky Sports 2 Digital
Australia v England - 02/12/2009 - 10:00 - Sky Sports 3 Digital
England v Netherlands - 03/12/2009 - 18:00 - Sky Sports 2 Digital
England v Netherlands - 04/12/2009 - 00:00 - Sky Sports Xtra
England v Netherlands - 04/12/2009 - 10:30 - Sky Sports Xtra
England v Korea - 05/12/2009 - 17:30 - Sky Sports 2 Digital
England v Korea - 06/12/2009 - 04:00 (tbc) - Sky Sports 2 Digital
Classification Match - 06/12/2009 - 17:00 - Sky Sports Xtra
Classification Match - 07/12/2009 - 02:00 (tbc) - Sky Sports Xtra
Classification Match - 07/12/2009 - 08:00 - Sky Sports 3 Digital
Classification Match - 07/12/2009 - 11:00 - Sky Sports Xtra
Classification Match - 07/12/2009 - 15:00 - Sky Sports Xtra
EHB website
www.englandhockey.co.uk/menschampionstrophy will carry match reports and photographs after each and every England game. Clicking on the General Information tab will allow fans to listen to ipadio phonecasts from the camp (see below).
ipadio on www.englandhockey.co.uk
Using ipadio software, members of England’s squad and management team will be making phonecasts from Melbourne, which you will be able to hear on www.englandhockey.co.uk. Already, tournament debutants Dan Fox and Nick Catlin have spoken about their first experiences with the group and Strength & Conditioning Coach Andy Hudson has talked about how he has ensured England’s players are fully recovered from jet lag after a day in the air.
BBC Sport Website
The BBC Sport website will be following England’s progress with news and video highlights every day of the tournament.
You can already see a great preview video featuring England stars Jonty Clarke, Richard Mantell and Nick Brothers filmed just before the team departed for Australia last week. BBC Sport Olympic Journalist Martin Gough met up with the boys at a training session and has written a blog on England ‘playing with the big boys’.
Watch that video here: http://news.bbc.co.uk/sport1/hi/other_sports/hockey/default.stm
Read Martin Gough’s blog, ‘England play hockey with the world’s big boys’ here: http://www.bbc.co.uk/blogs/martingough/2009/11/england_play_hockey_with_world.html
BBC News
Keep an eye out for reports on the BBC’s sports news bulletins throughout the duration of the tournament for highlights and updates on England’s progress.
Twitter
If you are on Twitter and aren’t already following us, log on to Twitter (http://twitter.com) and search for “EnglandHockey”. We’ll be bringing updates and the odd photo from Australia. Don’t forget to re-tweet this announcement when it appears on Twitter
28/11/2009
JAD success for the girls
The following girls have been training with the Bristol JDC and have been selected for the next stage at the JDC :
U14 : Zoe Cullum ; Katherine Edwards ; Isabella Joy
U16 : Molly Buxton ; Pippa Barnes ; Alice Kennedy ; Shannon Saunders ; Maria Jones
U18 : Amy Sweet
Congratulations to them all and good luck at the next stage
20/11/2009
Elise Belcher in Africa - Oct Newsletter
Elise Belchers writes about her voluntary work in Uganda. See the attached document for her October Newsletter
Dear All,
My cousin was visiting at the start of the month so most of the newsletter is what she experienced...a new perspective for you.
I have also attached a document regarding the Christmas Party programme that Viva runs around the world. I have to emphasise, that I am not asking for money from those of you who have already been so generous in helping me thus far...I am looking for groups that would be interested in making their Christmas celebrations a little more special by ensuring that some vulnerable children, many who have never had the opportunity for such a special treat, to get to have a Christmas party of their own. Let me know if your work department, hockey team, football club, youth group, kids club - anyone! - would like to help us out.
Thanks so much.
Best Wishes, Elise
Elise Belchers writes about her voluntary work in Uganda. See the attached document for her October Newsletter
Dear All,
My cousin was visiting at the start of the month so most of the newsletter is what she experienced...a new perspective for you.
I have also attached a document regarding the Christmas Party programme that Viva runs around the world. I have to emphasise, that I am not asking for money from those of you who have already been so generous in helping me thus far...I am looking for groups that would be interested in making their Christmas celebrations a little more special by ensuring that some vulnerable children, many who have never had the opportunity for such a special treat, to get to have a Christmas party of their own. Let me know if your work department, hockey team, football club, youth group, kids club - anyone! - would like to help us out.
Thanks so much.
Best Wishes, Elise
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Viva Christmas |
17/11/2009
England Hockey - England v Scotland
The great cross-border sporting rivalry that is England versus Scotland, will be rekindled this winter at The NIA, Birmingham when the two nations clash on Monday 7 December in the six-a-side indoor version of the game - and there are some great ticket offers for hockey fans wanting to be part of the action!
Tickets are priced at £15 for adults, £10 for Students and £5 for Under 18s but if you come in a group there are some great discount deals when you book in advance.
- Buy five Adult or five Under 18 tickets and you get a sixth Adult ticket for free
- Family tickets - Two Adults and two U18s can attend for just £25
... and there’s more deals for England Hockey Members too
Tickets can be purchased from The Ticket Factory on 0844 338 8000, or online at www.theticketfactory.com Booking fees apply
This is a one-off event showcasing the fast paced indoor game that never fails to generate great excitement for spectators with plenty of goalmouth action and high scoring matches. The women’s match is at 18:45 followed by the men’s clash at 20:00. For more information see www.englandhockey.co.uk
... and there’s more !
EuroHockey Nations Trophy on display – come and get your photo taken with the trophy our boys brought home in August
The England Hockey Stand will be there to answer your hockey queries and offers a range of England Hockey branded merchandise
Half-time action with music, cheerleaders - plus activities and freebies for the crowd!
Off-pitch fun with face painting, balloon modelling, music, Jasper and Jess
Hockey Centre, retailing essential hockey kit, equipment and England and Scotland flags
Kiosks and bars selling hot food and confectionery
(please keep visiting our website to find out the final confirmed list)
Hope to see you there!
England Hockey
The great cross-border sporting rivalry that is England versus Scotland, will be rekindled this winter at The NIA, Birmingham when the two nations clash on Monday 7 December in the six-a-side indoor version of the game - and there are some great ticket offers for hockey fans wanting to be part of the action!
Tickets are priced at £15 for adults, £10 for Students and £5 for Under 18s but if you come in a group there are some great discount deals when you book in advance.
- Buy five Adult or five Under 18 tickets and you get a sixth Adult ticket for free
- Family tickets - Two Adults and two U18s can attend for just £25
... and there’s more deals for England Hockey Members too
Tickets can be purchased from The Ticket Factory on 0844 338 8000, or online at www.theticketfactory.com Booking fees apply
This is a one-off event showcasing the fast paced indoor game that never fails to generate great excitement for spectators with plenty of goalmouth action and high scoring matches. The women’s match is at 18:45 followed by the men’s clash at 20:00. For more information see www.englandhockey.co.uk
... and there’s more !
EuroHockey Nations Trophy on display – come and get your photo taken with the trophy our boys brought home in August
The England Hockey Stand will be there to answer your hockey queries and offers a range of England Hockey branded merchandise
Half-time action with music, cheerleaders - plus activities and freebies for the crowd!
Off-pitch fun with face painting, balloon modelling, music, Jasper and Jess
Hockey Centre, retailing essential hockey kit, equipment and England and Scotland flags
Kiosks and bars selling hot food and confectionery
(please keep visiting our website to find out the final confirmed list)
Hope to see you there!
England Hockey
12/11/2009
Vixens match reports
The Vixens match reports have now been updated, with scorers etc so please take a look and see how the future is doing
The Vixens match reports have now been updated, with scorers etc so please take a look and see how the future is doing
29/10/2009
Elise Belcher in Africa - Sept Newsletter
Elise Belchers writes about her voluntary work in Uganda. See the attached document for her September Newsletter
Elise Belchers writes about her voluntary work in Uganda. See the attached document for her September Newsletter
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18/10/2009
Wessex Leopards success for Nadine Moody
Congratulations to Nadine Moody who has been selected for the Wessex Leopards squad that will take part in the Futures Cup. Nadine will take part in a round robin against the other JRPC's with the best players chosen to represent England so we wish her good luck.
We believe that this makes Nadine and her brother, Andy, the first siblings playing for Yate to have reached the West of England squads.
Congratulations to Nadine Moody who has been selected for the Wessex Leopards squad that will take part in the Futures Cup. Nadine will take part in a round robin against the other JRPC's with the best players chosen to represent England so we wish her good luck.
We believe that this makes Nadine and her brother, Andy, the first siblings playing for Yate to have reached the West of England squads.
02/10/2009
Wessex Leopards success for youth players
Congratulations to Conor Pinnell and Nadine Moody who have been selected for training with the U16 Wessex Leopards, following matches for Bristol JRPC against Exeter and Eastleigh centres.
Also, congratulations to Joe Avis who has been selected for Hipac training following his excellent performances for Bristol JRPC against the Exeter and Eastleigh centres.
Congratulations to Conor Pinnell and Nadine Moody who have been selected for training with the U16 Wessex Leopards, following matches for Bristol JRPC against Exeter and Eastleigh centres.
Also, congratulations to Joe Avis who has been selected for Hipac training following his excellent performances for Bristol JRPC against the Exeter and Eastleigh centres.
01/10/2009
England Hockey E-Bulletin 30/09/09
Welcome to the September e-zine from England Hockey. For many readers the season is just about to start while for some, including the England Hockey League, the 2009-2010 season is already well and truly underway.
In the England Hockey League (EHL) Men's Premier Division, East Grinstead have started where they left off last season, sitting atop the table thanks to wins over Cannock and Brooklands MU while in the Women's Premier Division Reading, new to the top division this year, are already showing they will be a force to be reckoned having recorded victories over neighbours Slough and Birmingham University.
Following the start of the EHL season, the European Cup Trophy Tour has made its first stops at Reading and East Grinstead in recent weeks and will be at Surbiton this coming Saturday and Cannock the following week. Why not pop along to see the trophy and have your pictures taken with it?
The start of the new season will see many hockey players, coaches, umpires and spectators getting a grip on the new rules of the game which include the 'self pass' rule and the rule on free hits inside the 23 metre area. With this in mind we thought it would be helpful to signpost anyone interested towards the electronic copy of the Rules of Hockey 2009 which can be found in the Officiating section of the England Hockey website (www.englandhockey.co.uk/officiating). Also in that section, visitors will find recently published guidance for umpires implementing the new rules.
As we have approached the season, England Hockey has also received a number of enquiries regarding pitch markings sparked in part by the new rules. As a result, a statement was released on the England Hockey website and can be found in the Facilities section at www.englandhockey.co.uk/facilities.
Talking of facilities, keep an eye on the website this coming Monday (5 October) for the launch of the forthcoming Capital Investment Programme.
Next year's Samsung Hockey Champions Trophy in Nottingham is approaching and the volunteer recruitment drive is well and truly underway now. The organising committee is looking for around 250 dedicated and enthusiastic volunteers to join the Champion Crew and help make the tournament a roaring success. To find out more and to register your interest in joining the Champion Crew visit www.wct2010.com/volunteers.
Tickets for the Women's Champions Trophy and Men's Four Nations Test Series go on sale next week for a special "early bird" booking period to England Hockey Members, at www.wct.2010.com. England Hockey Members also receive up to 30% off the ticket price to watch the hottest hockey event in England during 2010!
Tickets go on sale to the general public at the end of October but if you want to take advantage of the early bird priority booking period and all the other benefits of England Hockey Membership, please join us at www.englandhockey.co.uk/membership.
Finally for the moment, don't forget to buy your tickets for the England v Scotland indoor clashes at the National Indoor Arena in Birmingham on Monday 7 December. With guaranteed goals and plenty of exciting, fast paced action these two matches between England and Scotland's men and women are sure to be a great pre-Christmas treat. Prices start at £7 for Under 18s and just £15 for adults so get yours soon! To book tickets call The Ticket Factory on 0844 338 8000 or click here to buy them online.
Good luck for the season ahead.
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Become a Volunteer at the Champions Trophy 2010
30.09.09
There is one month left to register your interest in becoming a member of the Champion Crew, the team of dedicated volunteers that will help make next year's Samsung FIH Women's Champions Trophy a great success. Visit the new tournament website to find out more and register your interest.
» More
Pitch Markings Information
25.09.09
England Hockey would like to draw attention to the policy around the introduction of the dotted line for the 2009-2010 season and the technical specifications for any new pitch markings.
» More
England Hockey Survey
24.09.09
All members of the hockey family are invited to complete a short survey about England Hockey services. The answers you give will help us to provide the best benefits and services for you. Everyone who participates in the survey will be entered into a monthly prize draw to win one of five England Hockey goody bags.
» More
National Age Group Squad Head Coach Appointments
23.09.09
England Hockey is pleased to announce its Head Coach appointments to the National Age Group Squad programmes with immediate effect.
» More
JRPC Feedback Surveys
18.09.09
England Hockey is looking for feedback from key stakeholders in its Junior Regional Performance Centres.
» More
England v Scotland and a New Home for the National Indoor Finals
14.09.09
The great cross-border sporting rivalry that is England versus Scotland will be rekindled this winter at the National Indoor Arena (NIA) in Birmingham when the two nations clash on Monday 7 December while January's National Indoor Hockey Championships will take place at the Trent FM Arena Nottingham
» More
Statement on Vetting and Barring Scheme
11.09.09
In light of enquiries received in relation to media coverage of the forthcoming Vetting and Barring Scheme, England Hockey has released a statement explaining the current situation in hockey.
» More
England Clubs Discover European Opponents
08.09.09
The two English representatives in the new EuroHockey Women's Club Champions Cup, Bowdon Hightown and Olton & West Warwickshire, have discovered their opponents for next April's competition.
» More
Hockey to Benefit from BingoLotto Game
07.09.09
Hockey is set to be one of a host of sports to benefit from a new Gamecard competition in which participants can win some great prizes. The £2 Gamecard is available at every Tesco store in Britain with 40 pence from each card sold going to good causes.
» More
Well Done England U18s
06.09.09
Congratulations to England's under 18 girls who won gold at the UK School Games in Cardiff at the start of September. The was the girls' second of the summer after their bronze medal at the EuroHockey Nations Championships in July. Congratulations too to the U18 boys who won UKSG silver in Wales.
» More
England in the News
03.09.09
Following the success of the England at the EuroHockey Nations Championships, we have pulled together some of the newspaper clippings from the national press.
» More
Welcome to the September e-zine from England Hockey. For many readers the season is just about to start while for some, including the England Hockey League, the 2009-2010 season is already well and truly underway.
In the England Hockey League (EHL) Men's Premier Division, East Grinstead have started where they left off last season, sitting atop the table thanks to wins over Cannock and Brooklands MU while in the Women's Premier Division Reading, new to the top division this year, are already showing they will be a force to be reckoned having recorded victories over neighbours Slough and Birmingham University.
Following the start of the EHL season, the European Cup Trophy Tour has made its first stops at Reading and East Grinstead in recent weeks and will be at Surbiton this coming Saturday and Cannock the following week. Why not pop along to see the trophy and have your pictures taken with it?
The start of the new season will see many hockey players, coaches, umpires and spectators getting a grip on the new rules of the game which include the 'self pass' rule and the rule on free hits inside the 23 metre area. With this in mind we thought it would be helpful to signpost anyone interested towards the electronic copy of the Rules of Hockey 2009 which can be found in the Officiating section of the England Hockey website (www.englandhockey.co.uk/officiating). Also in that section, visitors will find recently published guidance for umpires implementing the new rules.
As we have approached the season, England Hockey has also received a number of enquiries regarding pitch markings sparked in part by the new rules. As a result, a statement was released on the England Hockey website and can be found in the Facilities section at www.englandhockey.co.uk/facilities.
Talking of facilities, keep an eye on the website this coming Monday (5 October) for the launch of the forthcoming Capital Investment Programme.
Next year's Samsung Hockey Champions Trophy in Nottingham is approaching and the volunteer recruitment drive is well and truly underway now. The organising committee is looking for around 250 dedicated and enthusiastic volunteers to join the Champion Crew and help make the tournament a roaring success. To find out more and to register your interest in joining the Champion Crew visit www.wct2010.com/volunteers.
Tickets for the Women's Champions Trophy and Men's Four Nations Test Series go on sale next week for a special "early bird" booking period to England Hockey Members, at www.wct.2010.com. England Hockey Members also receive up to 30% off the ticket price to watch the hottest hockey event in England during 2010!
Tickets go on sale to the general public at the end of October but if you want to take advantage of the early bird priority booking period and all the other benefits of England Hockey Membership, please join us at www.englandhockey.co.uk/membership.
Finally for the moment, don't forget to buy your tickets for the England v Scotland indoor clashes at the National Indoor Arena in Birmingham on Monday 7 December. With guaranteed goals and plenty of exciting, fast paced action these two matches between England and Scotland's men and women are sure to be a great pre-Christmas treat. Prices start at £7 for Under 18s and just £15 for adults so get yours soon! To book tickets call The Ticket Factory on 0844 338 8000 or click here to buy them online.
Good luck for the season ahead.
Become a Volunteer at the Champions Trophy 201030.09.09
There is one month left to register your interest in becoming a member of the Champion Crew, the team of dedicated volunteers that will help make next year's Samsung FIH Women's Champions Trophy a great success. Visit the new tournament website to find out more and register your interest.
» More
Pitch Markings Information25.09.09
England Hockey would like to draw attention to the policy around the introduction of the dotted line for the 2009-2010 season and the technical specifications for any new pitch markings.
» More
England Hockey Survey24.09.09
All members of the hockey family are invited to complete a short survey about England Hockey services. The answers you give will help us to provide the best benefits and services for you. Everyone who participates in the survey will be entered into a monthly prize draw to win one of five England Hockey goody bags.
» More
National Age Group Squad Head Coach Appointments23.09.09
England Hockey is pleased to announce its Head Coach appointments to the National Age Group Squad programmes with immediate effect.
» More
JRPC Feedback Surveys18.09.09
England Hockey is looking for feedback from key stakeholders in its Junior Regional Performance Centres.
» More
England v Scotland and a New Home for the National Indoor Finals14.09.09
The great cross-border sporting rivalry that is England versus Scotland will be rekindled this winter at the National Indoor Arena (NIA) in Birmingham when the two nations clash on Monday 7 December while January's National Indoor Hockey Championships will take place at the Trent FM Arena Nottingham
» More
Statement on Vetting and Barring Scheme11.09.09
In light of enquiries received in relation to media coverage of the forthcoming Vetting and Barring Scheme, England Hockey has released a statement explaining the current situation in hockey.
» More
England Clubs Discover European Opponents08.09.09
The two English representatives in the new EuroHockey Women's Club Champions Cup, Bowdon Hightown and Olton & West Warwickshire, have discovered their opponents for next April's competition.
» More
Hockey to Benefit from BingoLotto Game07.09.09
Hockey is set to be one of a host of sports to benefit from a new Gamecard competition in which participants can win some great prizes. The £2 Gamecard is available at every Tesco store in Britain with 40 pence from each card sold going to good causes.
» More
Well Done England U18s06.09.09
Congratulations to England's under 18 girls who won gold at the UK School Games in Cardiff at the start of September. The was the girls' second of the summer after their bronze medal at the EuroHockey Nations Championships in July. Congratulations too to the U18 boys who won UKSG silver in Wales.
» More
England in the News03.09.09
Following the success of the England at the EuroHockey Nations Championships, we have pulled together some of the newspaper clippings from the national press.
» More
10/09/2009
West JRPC success for youngsters
Congratulations to Alice Kennedy, Nadine Moody, Dominic Chambers, James Lewis, Conor Pinnell, Matt Bethell, Dominic and Joe Avis who have been selected into the Bristol JRPC squad for their respective age group. They are all due to play at Millfield this weekend in the first set of tier 1 matches against the JRPC squads at Eastleigh and Exeter, good luck to all the players.
Congratulations to Alice Kennedy, Nadine Moody, Dominic Chambers, James Lewis, Conor Pinnell, Matt Bethell, Dominic and Joe Avis who have been selected into the Bristol JRPC squad for their respective age group. They are all due to play at Millfield this weekend in the first set of tier 1 matches against the JRPC squads at Eastleigh and Exeter, good luck to all the players.
10/09/2009
Junior training starts this weekend
A reminder to all our budding young players that outdoor training resumes this Sunday at YOSC from 10.00-12.00. All players should remember to bring along their membership forms, shin pads and gum shields. We would welcome any new players that would like to come and play hockey in our thriving junior academy, which caters for all levels of ability.
Can children who still have the blue/black shirts please bring them along ?
Also, indoor training resumes on Monday night at Brimsham Green sports hall between 7-8pm, the boys are first up with the girls starting on the 21st September.
A reminder to all our budding young players that outdoor training resumes this Sunday at YOSC from 10.00-12.00. All players should remember to bring along their membership forms, shin pads and gum shields. We would welcome any new players that would like to come and play hockey in our thriving junior academy, which caters for all levels of ability.
Can children who still have the blue/black shirts please bring them along ?
Also, indoor training resumes on Monday night at Brimsham Green sports hall between 7-8pm, the boys are first up with the girls starting on the 21st September.
01/09/2009
England Hockey E-Bulletin 29/08/09
England Men Reach First European Final in 22 Years
England's men have qualified for Sunday's Euro Hockey Nations Championships final in dramatic style.
Jason Lee's boys sealed their place in the gold medal match with an appropriately termed 'golden' goal from Ashley Jackson in the very last minute of extra time to sent the host country, the Netherlands, to semi final defeat.
Before that, England had taken a 1-0 lead into half time after James Tindall's 31st minute strike but Taeke Taekema's penalty corner equaliser on 49 minutes restored parity.
With goalkeepers James Fair and Guus Vogels in top form the remainder was goalless and so to golden goal extra time, when Jackson's cool finish late in the day secured England's place in the final.
When Barry Middleton leads the team out against Germany at the Wagener Stadium at lunchtime on Sunday he will be the first English men's captain to lead his country out at a European Championships final in 22 years.
Moscow 1987 was the one and only time that England's men have previously reached the European final but on that occasion a 1-1 draw against the Dutch was not enough to secure the gold, with England settling for silver after going down 3-0 on penalty strokes.
By contrast, in the 11 European Championship tournaments held since the inaugural contest in 1970, Germany (and West Germany) has won the tournament on six occasions, losing a final only once, to Spain in Madrid in 1974.
Watch England v Germany - Men's Gold Medal Match
The men's gold medal match gets underway at 14:30 BST (15:30 local time) this Sunday, 30 August.
You will be able to see the game screened live online via the official EuroHockey Nations Championships website while Eurosport 2 currently plans to screen highlights on Bank Holiday Monday morning (31 August) at 9:00am.
To visit the official tournament website click on the link below.
Take me to the EuroHockey Nations Championships website
England Women Going for Bronze
England's women meanwhile will also be battling it out for a European medal when they take on Spain in Saturday's bronze medal match.
After the heartbreak of losing their semi final to Germany courtesy of a late golden goal, Danny Kerry's side will be looking to emulate the teams of 2005 and 2007, both of which won bronze after beating Spain in the final match.
In fact, the women have something of a history with the European Championships, having picked up three bronze medals, one silver and a gold in the eight tournaments held before this year.
Watch England v Spain - Women's Bronze Medal Match
The women's bronze medal match gets underway at 12:00 BST (13:00 local time) on Saturday (29 August).
You will be able to see the game screened live online via the official EuroHockey Nations Championships website while Eurosport 2 currently plans to screen highlights from the EuroHockey Nations Championships on Saturday night (30 August) at 21:30 BST.
Match Reports on englandhockey.co.uk
England Hockey has published a full match report after all of England's matches at the EuroHockey Championships this week, so look out for the reports from the women's game against Spain and men's final against Germany on www.englandhockey.co.uk
And why not relive their respective paths to the medal matches by catching up on their earlier Pool matches in Amstelveen.
You can go directly to the England Hockey coverage of the men's and women's tournaments by clicking on the links below.
Get up to date with the men's progress: www.englandhockey.co.uk/euromen
Get up to date with the women's progress: www.englandhockey.co.uk/eurowomen
England Men Reach First European Final in 22 Years
England's men have qualified for Sunday's Euro Hockey Nations Championships final in dramatic style.
Jason Lee's boys sealed their place in the gold medal match with an appropriately termed 'golden' goal from Ashley Jackson in the very last minute of extra time to sent the host country, the Netherlands, to semi final defeat.
Before that, England had taken a 1-0 lead into half time after James Tindall's 31st minute strike but Taeke Taekema's penalty corner equaliser on 49 minutes restored parity.
With goalkeepers James Fair and Guus Vogels in top form the remainder was goalless and so to golden goal extra time, when Jackson's cool finish late in the day secured England's place in the final.
When Barry Middleton leads the team out against Germany at the Wagener Stadium at lunchtime on Sunday he will be the first English men's captain to lead his country out at a European Championships final in 22 years.
Moscow 1987 was the one and only time that England's men have previously reached the European final but on that occasion a 1-1 draw against the Dutch was not enough to secure the gold, with England settling for silver after going down 3-0 on penalty strokes.
By contrast, in the 11 European Championship tournaments held since the inaugural contest in 1970, Germany (and West Germany) has won the tournament on six occasions, losing a final only once, to Spain in Madrid in 1974.
Watch England v Germany - Men's Gold Medal Match
The men's gold medal match gets underway at 14:30 BST (15:30 local time) this Sunday, 30 August.
You will be able to see the game screened live online via the official EuroHockey Nations Championships website while Eurosport 2 currently plans to screen highlights on Bank Holiday Monday morning (31 August) at 9:00am.
To visit the official tournament website click on the link below.
Take me to the EuroHockey Nations Championships website
England Women Going for Bronze
After the heartbreak of losing their semi final to Germany courtesy of a late golden goal, Danny Kerry's side will be looking to emulate the teams of 2005 and 2007, both of which won bronze after beating Spain in the final match.
In fact, the women have something of a history with the European Championships, having picked up three bronze medals, one silver and a gold in the eight tournaments held before this year.
Watch England v Spain - Women's Bronze Medal Match
The women's bronze medal match gets underway at 12:00 BST (13:00 local time) on Saturday (29 August).
You will be able to see the game screened live online via the official EuroHockey Nations Championships website while Eurosport 2 currently plans to screen highlights from the EuroHockey Nations Championships on Saturday night (30 August) at 21:30 BST.
Match Reports on englandhockey.co.uk
England Hockey has published a full match report after all of England's matches at the EuroHockey Championships this week, so look out for the reports from the women's game against Spain and men's final against Germany on www.englandhockey.co.uk
And why not relive their respective paths to the medal matches by catching up on their earlier Pool matches in Amstelveen.
You can go directly to the England Hockey coverage of the men's and women's tournaments by clicking on the links below.
Get up to date with the men's progress: www.englandhockey.co.uk/euromen
Get up to date with the women's progress: www.englandhockey.co.uk/eurowomen
01/09/2009
England hockey E-Bulletin 01/09/09
Welcome to the August edition of the England Hockey e-zine. This month we have streamlined the e-zine to highlight some of the most important items of the moment.
It has been an incredible end to the month with England's men being crowned European Champions for the first time ever and the England women winning bronze at the EuroHockey Nations Championships in Amstelveen.
Throughout both the men's and women's tournaments, England put in consistently impressive performances with superb individual displays contributing significantly to the teams' medal winning positions. Congratulations to both teams and their coaching staff on their successes. Congratulations also go to James Fair and Ashley Jackson who picked up the Goalkeeper of the Tournament and Player of the Tournament awards respectively in the men's tournament and the England women's team, who won the Fair Play Award in their competition.
If you missed out on any of the match reports from either tournament you can read them all again at www.englandhockey.co.uk/euromen and www.englandhockey.co.uk/eurowomen.
Also in August, England Hockey announced details of its 2009/2013 Capital Investment Programme. Phase one of the programme, which will allow hockey clubs and organisations to apply for grants, opens on Monday 5 October 2009. Click on the news item below to find out more about the programme.
International success has not been limited to England's senior teams and the England U21 women performed heroically at the Women's Junior World Cup in Boston, USA, where they eventually finished fourth, three places higher than England's previous best finish at the Junior World Cup.
English club sides East Grinstead, Reading and Beeston have found out who they will face in the first round of the Euro Hockey League this year. Reading will travel to Barcelona for round 1a while East Grinstead and Beeston will hope to progress from round 1b in Paris.
In domestic hockey, details of a new playoff tournament in the men's England Hockey League Premier Division were announced. Featuring the top five teams at the end of the season, the new tournament will determine the league champions and teams to qualify for Europe.
Finally for this month, all members of the Hockey Family are being invited to complete a short survey about England Hockey services. England Hockey is looking for individuals from across the Hockey Family to help us to provide the best benefits and services for you. Everyone who participates in the survey will be entered into a monthly prize draw to win one of five England Hockey goody bags.
England's Men Crowned European Champions
30.08.09
Two goals each for Ashley Jackson and Richard Mantell, and one for the ever impressive Barry Middleton sealed a memorable victory in front of a full house at the EuroHockey Nations Championships Final. See pictures and read how they beat Germany in the Final match report.
» More
European Bronze for England Women
29.08.09
A goal in either half from Chloe Rogers and captain Kate Walsh helped England to a 2-1 victory over Spain in the bronze medal match at the EuroHockey Nations Championships. See pictures and read the match report to re-live the victory.
» More
England Hockey Membership Scheme Enters its Second Year
27.08.09
The England Hockey Membership Scheme is entering its second year. If you haven't already signed up then why not take a look at it now? All Members receive access to EHTV - our online channel, England Hockey News magazine, discounted tickets to selected competitions, desk calendar and more.
» More
England Hockey Survey
26.08.09
All members of the hockey family are invited to complete a short survey about England Hockey services. The answers you give will help us to provide the best benefits and services for you. Everyone who participates in the survey will be entered into a monthly prize draw to win one of five England Hockey goody bags.
» More
Your Chance to Contribute to Our Magazine
25.08.09
Our quarterly magazine, England Hockey News, is going through some changes and we're looking for clubs, hockey associations and ordinary members of the hockey family to send us their letters, news and questions.
» More
Put Your Questions to an England Hockey Director
25.08.09
Following the success of 'Ask the Director' with David Faulkner in the Summer edition of England Hockey News magazine we are opening the floor to questions for Ian Wilson, England Hockey's Finance and Administration Director. Email your questions to lawrence.west@englandhockey.org by Tuesday 8 September.
» More
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England Hockey Recruitment
24.08.09
England Hockey is currently recruiting for a number of exciting positions in areas across the organisation including Development Officers, a South Regional Manager and various administrative roles.
» More
City of York Presented with European Award
24.08.09
City of York HC, in the North region, was awarded the EuroHockey Club of the Year Award at a ceremony in the Netherlands at the start of the EuroHockey Nations Championships. Congratulations to everyone at the club.
» More
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England Hockey League Gets Ready for Go
21.08.09
The England Hockey League gets underway in September and England Hockey recently announced plans for a new playoff tournament in the men's Premier Dviison to determine the league champions and European qualifiers at the end of the season.
» More
English Clubs Find Out European Fate
20.08.09
England's three European representatives, East Grinstead, Reading and Beeston, found out their Euro Hockey League opponents earlier this month and for Beeston it will be a difficult debut in Paris.
» More
England U21 Women Make English Hockey History
16.08.09
England's U21 women made English hockey history at the Women's Junior World Cup (JWC) in Boston this month as they finished a superb fourth to record England's highest ever JWC finish. Re-live their tremendous run by reading the reports from Boston.
» More
Important - 2009/2013 Capital Investment Programme
12.08.09
England Hockey has secured £2.7 million towards Capital Investment for clubs and organisations between 2009 and 2013. The Capital Investment Grants Application Process will launch on 5th October.
» More
Welcome to the August edition of the England Hockey e-zine. This month we have streamlined the e-zine to highlight some of the most important items of the moment.
It has been an incredible end to the month with England's men being crowned European Champions for the first time ever and the England women winning bronze at the EuroHockey Nations Championships in Amstelveen.
Throughout both the men's and women's tournaments, England put in consistently impressive performances with superb individual displays contributing significantly to the teams' medal winning positions. Congratulations to both teams and their coaching staff on their successes. Congratulations also go to James Fair and Ashley Jackson who picked up the Goalkeeper of the Tournament and Player of the Tournament awards respectively in the men's tournament and the England women's team, who won the Fair Play Award in their competition.
If you missed out on any of the match reports from either tournament you can read them all again at www.englandhockey.co.uk/euromen and www.englandhockey.co.uk/eurowomen.
Also in August, England Hockey announced details of its 2009/2013 Capital Investment Programme. Phase one of the programme, which will allow hockey clubs and organisations to apply for grants, opens on Monday 5 October 2009. Click on the news item below to find out more about the programme.
International success has not been limited to England's senior teams and the England U21 women performed heroically at the Women's Junior World Cup in Boston, USA, where they eventually finished fourth, three places higher than England's previous best finish at the Junior World Cup.
English club sides East Grinstead, Reading and Beeston have found out who they will face in the first round of the Euro Hockey League this year. Reading will travel to Barcelona for round 1a while East Grinstead and Beeston will hope to progress from round 1b in Paris.
In domestic hockey, details of a new playoff tournament in the men's England Hockey League Premier Division were announced. Featuring the top five teams at the end of the season, the new tournament will determine the league champions and teams to qualify for Europe.
Finally for this month, all members of the Hockey Family are being invited to complete a short survey about England Hockey services. England Hockey is looking for individuals from across the Hockey Family to help us to provide the best benefits and services for you. Everyone who participates in the survey will be entered into a monthly prize draw to win one of five England Hockey goody bags.
England's Men Crowned European Champions
30.08.09
Two goals each for Ashley Jackson and Richard Mantell, and one for the ever impressive Barry Middleton sealed a memorable victory in front of a full house at the EuroHockey Nations Championships Final. See pictures and read how they beat Germany in the Final match report.
» More
European Bronze for England Women
29.08.09
A goal in either half from Chloe Rogers and captain Kate Walsh helped England to a 2-1 victory over Spain in the bronze medal match at the EuroHockey Nations Championships. See pictures and read the match report to re-live the victory.
» More
England Hockey Membership Scheme Enters its Second Year
27.08.09
The England Hockey Membership Scheme is entering its second year. If you haven't already signed up then why not take a look at it now? All Members receive access to EHTV - our online channel, England Hockey News magazine, discounted tickets to selected competitions, desk calendar and more.
» More
England Hockey Survey
26.08.09
All members of the hockey family are invited to complete a short survey about England Hockey services. The answers you give will help us to provide the best benefits and services for you. Everyone who participates in the survey will be entered into a monthly prize draw to win one of five England Hockey goody bags.
» More
Your Chance to Contribute to Our Magazine
25.08.09
Our quarterly magazine, England Hockey News, is going through some changes and we're looking for clubs, hockey associations and ordinary members of the hockey family to send us their letters, news and questions.
» More
Put Your Questions to an England Hockey Director
25.08.09
Following the success of 'Ask the Director' with David Faulkner in the Summer edition of England Hockey News magazine we are opening the floor to questions for Ian Wilson, England Hockey's Finance and Administration Director. Email your questions to lawrence.west@englandhockey.org by Tuesday 8 September.
» More
England Hockey Recruitment
24.08.09
England Hockey is currently recruiting for a number of exciting positions in areas across the organisation including Development Officers, a South Regional Manager and various administrative roles.
» More
City of York Presented with European Award
24.08.09
City of York HC, in the North region, was awarded the EuroHockey Club of the Year Award at a ceremony in the Netherlands at the start of the EuroHockey Nations Championships. Congratulations to everyone at the club.
» More
England Hockey League Gets Ready for Go
21.08.09
The England Hockey League gets underway in September and England Hockey recently announced plans for a new playoff tournament in the men's Premier Dviison to determine the league champions and European qualifiers at the end of the season.
» More
English Clubs Find Out European Fate
20.08.09
England's three European representatives, East Grinstead, Reading and Beeston, found out their Euro Hockey League opponents earlier this month and for Beeston it will be a difficult debut in Paris.
» More
England U21 Women Make English Hockey History
16.08.09
England's U21 women made English hockey history at the Women's Junior World Cup (JWC) in Boston this month as they finished a superb fourth to record England's highest ever JWC finish. Re-live their tremendous run by reading the reports from Boston.
» More
Important - 2009/2013 Capital Investment Programme
12.08.09
England Hockey has secured £2.7 million towards Capital Investment for clubs and organisations between 2009 and 2013. The Capital Investment Grants Application Process will launch on 5th October.
» More
27/08/2009
New "self pass" rule video example link
Message from Adrian Chambers
Dear all,
I have found this on the west hockey umpires website and thought this might help when we all start with the new rules this weekend - Regards Adrian
Video explaining the new ”self pass” rule
A video produced by USA Hockey (and supported by the FIH) which helps to explain the new rules for 2009. This has been distributed from England Hockey. It is a very useful extra aid for umpires and players, alongside the other guidance produced by England Hockey.
The video can be viewed by clicking on this link http://www.usafieldhockey.us/New_Rules_USAFH/New_Rules.html
Please note the video takes a few seconds to download and then you have to click on the play icon in the bottom left hand corner of the video screen.
Message from Adrian Chambers
Dear all,
I have found this on the west hockey umpires website and thought this might help when we all start with the new rules this weekend - Regards Adrian
Video explaining the new ”self pass” rule
A video produced by USA Hockey (and supported by the FIH) which helps to explain the new rules for 2009. This has been distributed from England Hockey. It is a very useful extra aid for umpires and players, alongside the other guidance produced by England Hockey.
The video can be viewed by clicking on this link http://www.usafieldhockey.us/New_Rules_USAFH/New_Rules.html
Please note the video takes a few seconds to download and then you have to click on the play icon in the bottom left hand corner of the video screen.
24/08/2009
England Hockey E-Bulletin 22/08/09
England Hockey - Hockey Family Update
EHTV - England Hockey's online channel
Summer hockey highlights are now playing on EHTV. View the latest action from the summer internationals and the Men's and Women's Cup Finals, plus - see all that happened at the Yazoo National Youth Hockey Festival, and England Hockey's Big Night Out awards!
For even more great moments, news and features on EHTV, 24/7 visit www.englandhockey.co.uk/ehtv
... and England Hockey Members get even more EHTV! Scroll down to see how you can become a Member
England Hockey survey
You are invited to complete a short survey about England Hockey services. The answers you give will help us to provide the best benefits and services for you.
Everyone who participates in the survey will be entered into a monthly prize draw to win one of five England Hockey goody bags (cap, slingpack, water bottle and mobile phone pouch).
You can have your say, and be in to win, too - just click http://www.englandhockey.co.uk/survey/survey.asp?survey="20010012" (also accessible in the Membership section of the website)
England Hockey Membership
Time is running out to become an England Hockey Founding Member!
England Hockey Membership is nearly one year old and there are only a few days left to join as a Founding Member. All Members receive access to EHTV, England Hockey News magazine, discounted tickets to selected competitions, desk calendar (and more), but Founding Members also get to see their name in lights on our website, and receive an exclusive Founding Member's gift!
Members have recently been sent details of more offers coming up over the next year - discounts to Women's Champions Trophy 2010 in Nottingham, extended insurance cover, free programmes at events. If you are a Member who has missed your update, please login to the Members-only Area to view.
You can become a Member from just £25 per year and signing up is simple - please visit www.englandhockey.co.uk/membership
England Hockey
Bisham Abbey National Sports Centre
Marlow
Buckinghamshire, SL7 1RR
Tel: +44 (0)1628 897500
Fax: +44 (0)1628 897544
Company reg. no: 04623333
England Hockey - Hockey Family Update
Summer hockey highlights are now playing on EHTV. View the latest action from the summer internationals and the Men's and Women's Cup Finals, plus - see all that happened at the Yazoo National Youth Hockey Festival, and England Hockey's Big Night Out awards!
For even more great moments, news and features on EHTV, 24/7 visit www.englandhockey.co.uk/ehtv
... and England Hockey Members get even more EHTV! Scroll down to see how you can become a Member
You are invited to complete a short survey about England Hockey services. The answers you give will help us to provide the best benefits and services for you.
Everyone who participates in the survey will be entered into a monthly prize draw to win one of five England Hockey goody bags (cap, slingpack, water bottle and mobile phone pouch).
You can have your say, and be in to win, too - just click http://www.englandhockey.co.uk/survey/survey.asp?survey="20010012" (also accessible in the Membership section of the website)
Time is running out to become an England Hockey Founding Member!
England Hockey Membership is nearly one year old and there are only a few days left to join as a Founding Member. All Members receive access to EHTV, England Hockey News magazine, discounted tickets to selected competitions, desk calendar (and more), but Founding Members also get to see their name in lights on our website, and receive an exclusive Founding Member's gift!
Members have recently been sent details of more offers coming up over the next year - discounts to Women's Champions Trophy 2010 in Nottingham, extended insurance cover, free programmes at events. If you are a Member who has missed your update, please login to the Members-only Area to view.
You can become a Member from just £25 per year and signing up is simple - please visit www.englandhockey.co.uk/membership
England Hockey
Bisham Abbey National Sports Centre
Marlow
Buckinghamshire, SL7 1RR
Tel: +44 (0)1628 897500
Fax: +44 (0)1628 897544
Company reg. no: 04623333
11/08/2009
England Hockey - sizzling summer of Internationals
Please remember to visit our website for up-to-date results and match reports of our international games, and to view EHTV, our online tv channel, where many match highlights are replayed.
If you would like even more hockey over the summer, England Hockey Membership starts from £25 per year, and, as well as discounts to our selected matches and events, benefits include:
For more details about our membership packages, please visit www.englandhockey.co.uk/membership where you can join online, or download an application form which can then be emailed or posted back. Alternatively, please let me know if you would like me to send you an application form in the post.
Please remember to visit our website for up-to-date results and match reports of our international games, and to view EHTV, our online tv channel, where many match highlights are replayed.
If you would like even more hockey over the summer, England Hockey Membership starts from £25 per year, and, as well as discounts to our selected matches and events, benefits include:
- Free programme at selected competitions, and discounts on England Hockey merchandise
- England Hockey News, our quarterly magazine
- Even more access to EHTV
- England Hockey desk calendar – new season’s calendar out shortly, with all the key hockey dates for the year ahead
- England Hockey gifts – car window sticker and lanyard (plus a trolley token keyring for Founding Members joining by 31 August 2009)
For more details about our membership packages, please visit www.englandhockey.co.uk/membership where you can join online, or download an application form which can then be emailed or posted back. Alternatively, please let me know if you would like me to send you an application form in the post.
07/08/2009
Mens Training 2009-2010 Season
Mens Outdoor training will start on Wednesday 26 August, from 7pm - 9pm at YOSC.
Indoor Training has already begun on Thursdays at the Brimsham Green School, sports hall at YOSC from 8pm to 9pm
Mens Outdoor training will start on Wednesday 26 August, from 7pm - 9pm at YOSC.
Indoor Training has already begun on Thursdays at the Brimsham Green School, sports hall at YOSC from 8pm to 9pm
06/08/2009
Junior / Youth training dates
Please look under the Training menu option for details of all indoor and outdoor training for 2009-2010
Please look under the Training menu option for details of all indoor and outdoor training for 2009-2010
27/07/2009
Elise Belcher in Africa - July Newsletter
Elise Belchers writes about her voluntary work in Uganda. See the attached document for her July Newsletter
Elise Belchers writes about her voluntary work in Uganda. See the attached document for her July Newsletter
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Elise Newsletter July |
27/07/2009
Ladies Training 2009-2010 Season
Ladies training will begin from Tuesday 11th August at 7.00pm.
Ladies training will begin from Tuesday 11th August at 7.00pm.
28/06/2009
Two more selected for West
Congratulations to Dominic Chambers and Stuart Tayler, who have both been selected for the JRPC West Training at U17 & U18 respectively.
Congratulations to Dominic Chambers and Stuart Tayler, who have both been selected for the JRPC West Training at U17 & U18 respectively.
07/06/2009
Mums vs Girls 7th June 2009
Hope all the Mums team are still mobile after participating in the Mums vs Girls "Match of the Season" last Sunday. The Mum's just scrapped a 4-3 win in a hard fought match.
Both sides were very grateful to Harry and Jo who stepped in at the last moment to be goalies - both playing superbly.
Also thanks to Denise and Laura who umpired.
Looking forward to the new season have a restful summer in the mean time.
Hope all the Mums team are still mobile after participating in the Mums vs Girls "Match of the Season" last Sunday. The Mum's just scrapped a 4-3 win in a hard fought match.
Both sides were very grateful to Harry and Jo who stepped in at the last moment to be goalies - both playing superbly. Also thanks to Denise and Laura who umpired.
Looking forward to the new season have a restful summer in the mean time.
02/06/2009
Level 1 coaching badge success
Congratulations to 4 members of the junior coaching team - Haggis, Lucy, Sarah and Debbie - who have all passed their Level 1 coaching badge and to one of our young players, Charlotte Dando, who also passed her Level 1 last week
Congratulations to 4 members of the junior coaching team - Haggis, Lucy, Sarah and Debbie - who have all passed their Level 1 coaching badge and to one of our young players, Charlotte Dando, who also passed her Level 1 last week
11/05/2009
EIGHT Selected For West
Congratulations to the following players who have all been selected for West training this Summer:
Amy Payne, Chloe Williams, Alice Kennedy, Nadine Moody, Conor Pinnell, Matt Bethell, James Lewis and Justin Metcalfe
Congratulations to the following players who have all been selected for West training this Summer:
Amy Payne, Chloe Williams, Alice Kennedy, Nadine Moody, Conor Pinnell, Matt Bethell, James Lewis and Justin Metcalfe
03/05/2009
Awards / Club Picture
Please have a look in the 'Gallery' for a picture of some of our juniors who train on a Sunday - 17 were not able to attend the last session which will give some idea of how this section is growing !
Also, the annual awards took place a fortnight ago and all the winners names have been posted in the 'Awards' section of the web site. Congratulations to all the winners
Please have a look in the 'Gallery' for a picture of some of our juniors who train on a Sunday - 17 were not able to attend the last session which will give some idea of how this section is growing !
Also, the annual awards took place a fortnight ago and all the winners names have been posted in the 'Awards' section of the web site. Congratulations to all the winners
25/03/2009
Elise Belcher in Africa - February Newsletter
Elise Belchers writes about her voluntary work in Uganda. See the attached document for her February Newsletter
Elise Belchers writes about her voluntary work in Uganda. See the attached document for her February Newsletter
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Elise Newsletter February |
24/03/2009
Further training sessions (indoor / outdoor)
Please see the training page for updated training dates for the youth / juniors
Please see the training page for updated training dates for the youth / juniors
24/03/2009
More West trialists
The ever growing list of congratulations is extended to Alice Kennedy who will be going for West U15 trials, and Amy Payne who will be having West U17 trials. Good luck ladies.
The ever growing list of congratulations is extended to Alice Kennedy who will be going for West U15 trials, and Amy Payne who will be having West U17 trials. Good luck ladies.
23/03/2009
Congratulations to Chloe and Nadine
Congratulations to Nadine Moody and Chloe Williams who have been selected for West U16 trials in April. Good luck ladies !
Congratulations to Nadine Moody and Chloe Williams who have been selected for West U16 trials in April. Good luck ladies !
18/03/2009
County selection
Congratulations and good luck to Harry Eddolls and Matt Bethell who will be representing Gloucestershire U14 squad at the West tournament held at Milfield on Sunday 22nd March.
Congratulations and good luck to Harry Eddolls and Matt Bethell who will be representing Gloucestershire U14 squad at the West tournament held at Milfield on Sunday 22nd March.
17/03/2009
West trials
Congratulations to James Lewis and Conor Pinnell who have been nominated for West trials.
Congratulations to James Lewis and Conor Pinnell who have been nominated for West trials.
17/03/2009
Congratulations to Alice Kennedy
Congratulations to Alice Kennedy who has been selected in the Avon U14 County squad and plays in the West tournament this weekend. Good luck Alice, I hope you do well and Chelsea lose !!
Congratulations to Alice Kennedy who has been selected in the Avon U14 County squad and plays in the West tournament this weekend. Good luck Alice, I hope you do well and Chelsea lose !!
11/03/2009
ANNUAL DINNER TICKETS ONSALE NOW
Tickets have gone on sale this week at £20 per person for the dinner on the 18th April at Chipping Sodbury Golf Club. Tickets are being sold on a first come first serve basis, cheque's made out to Yate Hockey Club are preferable over cash.
To purchase tickets please contact Kath Greenman or Mike Edwards from Thursday the 12th March to source.
Tickets have gone on sale this week at £20 per person for the dinner on the 18th April at Chipping Sodbury Golf Club. Tickets are being sold on a first come first serve basis, cheque's made out to Yate Hockey Club are preferable over cash.
To purchase tickets please contact Kath Greenman or Mike Edwards from Thursday the 12th March to source.
03/09/2008
Club Day
We managed to raise over £500 for the parkinsons disease society, so thanks to everyone who took part and those that umpired and helped out in other ways I think everyone who came along had a good day.
View some photos from the day here Club Day Photos 31-08-2008
We managed to raise over £500 for the parkinsons disease society, so thanks to everyone who took part and those that umpired and helped out in other ways I think everyone who came along had a good day.
View some photos from the day here Club Day Photos 31-08-2008
