Over 30 kids enjoyed the good weather in week one of our annual summer schemes and more fun is expected in week two which runs from 5 – 9 August – some places are still available. Good luck to our lead coach this week, Peter McKibbin, who has been called up to the Ireland squad this weekend!
Our four week Hockey Inclusion Course has ended with Eamonn McFerran from Ulster Hockey presenting certificates to all who attended. Thanks to all the ‘buddies’ from North Down who helped make this initiative a big success and in particular to all those who came along and took part. We’ll see you all again!
By Julie Fisher The Under 11 girls played their first tournament of the year last Sunday (27.01.13) at Comber Leisure Centre. With a mix of teams from Grosvenor, Ards, Saintfield and Civil Service they had 5 games in all. They won their first match against one of the Grosvenor teams and the remaining matches were a…
With a 9.30am meet this morning at Garvey and a crammed schedule of matches, the scene was set for an action packed day . . . and what a day it turned out to be ! Our girls had attended four Blitz days in the lead up to finals day. Their results at these Blitz days…
The boys Under 15s played a T2 league match at home to Bangor on Sunday at Regent House. It was a clear day with a steady cold breeze blowing off Strangford Lough at Regent but it didn’t stay that way as within the first few minutes the temperature was rising between the two teams of…
On Sunday the Under 13 Girls took part in the blitz at Londonderry Park. Only one team was allowed to enter and a couple of our regular girls were missing due to other commitments. Nevertheless, 12 eager girls took on 5 matches and played their socks off. We are in the unfortunate position that we…
Ulster Hockeys’ Primary school Blitzes will shortly be commencing for the 25/26 season in the upcoming weeks. Ulster Hockey would love as many schools as possible to take part this year. If your child’s primary school does not offer not offer hockey, or do in a limited capacity, why not encourage them to get involved?…