1st October 2010
Both National League teams take a point
With Whitchurch ending 1-1 against Guildford and Swansea finishing 0-0 against Team Bath, both EHL sides gained a point to remain unbeaten after the latest round of EHL matches
27th September 2010
South Region Umpiring Courses announced
WHUA South are offering Level 1 (Full) and Level 1 (Theory) courses this Autumn and are planning a Level 2 course. Level 1 courses cost £40 per candidate which includes whistle, rules book, umpire cards, and on qualification, one full years WHUA membership which includes insurance, a certificate and membership card.
Wales confirm attendance in Delhi
The Commonwealth Games Council for Wales have confirmed that Team Wales will be traveling as planned to Delhi and that both venues and the athletes’ village have been confirmed as acceptable. Helen Bushell, CEO comments: "We are absolutely confident that The Commonwealth Games Council for Wales has done an excellent of ensuring that venues and the athletes' village are ready to accept the Welsh team. The Hockey squad is now completely focused on final preparations for travel and we wish them every success for a safe and successful Games". The Welsh Women's squad will travel as planned on Saturday 25 September.
Welsh Athletes live on BBC Radio
Welsh Captain Pippa Jones and player Dawn Mitchell will be live on the Roy Noble Show (BBC Radio Wales / BBC Radio Cymru) at 2.30pm tomorrow (Friday) talking about the imminent trip to Delhi for the 2010 Commonwealth Games.
23rd Sepetmber 2010
Commonwealth Games Captain and Vice-Captain confirmed
Welsh Hockey Head Coach Jo Nightingale has confirmed the Captain and Vice Captain for the Delhi 2010 Commonwealth Games. Pippa Jones (photo left) will take on the mantle of Captain supported by Vice Captain Claire Lowry (photo right).
21st September 2010
Whitchurch make an encouraging start
Whitchurch made an encouraging start to their 2010-11 England Hockey League campaign with a 1-1 draw at Fareham, a side they lost to twice in the 2009-10 season.
New Season starts this Friday!
In light of the success of last year's season opener where Cardiff Athletic and Penarth 2nd XI fought it out for the coveted WIS Cup, we are repeating the event again this season. Come along to the National Hockey Centre at Sophia Gardens this Friday at 20:00 to see the Cerise Army that is Howardian LHC take on the current Welsh Shield holders Whitchurch Saints LHC. Saints will undoubtedly be looking to add the new and improved National Hockey Centre Cup to their collection of silver wear. Howards who have numerous league titles under their belt and are current indoor champions will certainly be out to claim this trophy as their own. With a friendly rivalry dating back to the dawning of Ladies hockey in Wales, this is definitely one not to miss.
Free entry to all - there will be a collection for the charity of the winning team's choice at half time.
Davis Wood Hockey League seek Treasurer and Administrator
Applications are invited for the posts of Treasurer and Administrator to the Davis Wood Hockey League (West of England & South Wales). The posts will take full effect at the start of the 2011-2012 season. Closing date for applications is October 31st 2010. For further information, please contact the League Chair, Terry Cook, at chairman@wswhl.co.uk
AGM reminder
Just a reminder to all members that the WHUL AGM is being held at the Sport Wales National Centre in Cardiff and the Sport Wales Regional Centre in Deeside. The proceedings will start at 2pm, and represents the perfect opportunity for members to have their say, as well as being able to find out what has been happening with Welsh Hockey over the past 12 months.
Umpiring news
WHUA (South) Umpires pre-season briefing will be held in Bridgend at 19:30 on Monday 20th September (download seminar document for full details). At a National level the WHUA AGM will be held on Sunday 26th September at 11:00 in Rhayader (download AGM Agenda document for full details).
14th September 2010
Sport Wales 'Coach of the Year' 2010 Nominations
Coaches are at the heart of sport – whether it's on the sidelines at the FA Cup Final or at Saturday morning five-a-side. And that's why Sports Wales wants to recognise people at all levels – including the coach who works morning, noon and night at your local club. You can nominate now at www.sportwales.org.uk!
13th September 2010
Cash 4 Clubs
Cash 4 Clubs is a sports funding scheme which gives clubs a unique chance to apply for grants to improve facilities, purchase new equipment, gain coaching qualifications, and generally invest in the sustainability of their club.
8th September 2010
Wilkinson presented with 50th Cap
Leah Wilkinson was presented with a plaque at the French international games to commemorate her achievement. Leah won her 50th cap in a game against Italy at the world cup qualifiers in Kazan, Russia back in April.
WHUL AGM
As members will be aware the AGM will be held on Sunday 19th September at 14:00 at Sport Wales National Centre, Cardiff & Sport Wales Regional Centre, Deeside. This is an opportunity for all members to 'have their say' in how the WHU is run through the various elections that will be taking place at the meeting. A 'Q&A' session will be held immediately after the meeting on any WHU related topic that members may wish to raise. Full details are available below including addresses by all the nominations but please ensure you read the AGM voting information document before completing either the representation or Proxy forms.
Item 9 - Election of Directors
Item 10 - Election of President
Wales Men to face USA
In their final leg of their European tour USA men will be travelling to Cardiff to face Wales on 10th Sept (Fri) at 20:00, 11th (Sat) at 11:45 and 13th (Mon) at 14:00 with all games to be played at the National Hockey Centre. With the 'States' being ranked 7 places higher than Wales in the FIH rankings it will be a good test for the hosts as part of their build-up for their EuroNations Championship II tournament in Poland next year.
Download poster Welsh squad details Match reports
2nd September 2010
Wales heads to Newcastle for the UK School Games
The long awaited 2010 Sainsbury's UK School Games gets underway tomorrow morning in the North East of England with a launch event in Performance Square at The Sage with Olympic gold medallist Darren Campbell and Chief Executive of the Youth Sport Trust Steve Grainger.
