The club is sadden to hear of the loss of Jacqui Johnston. Jacqui Johnston who is the wife of one of our Vice Presidents, Norman Johnston died this morning after a short illness. Norman played for Saintfield before joining and playing for North Down many years ago. He has been a lifetime supporter of our…
The Men’s 2s hosted Rathgar 2s in what promised to be an exciting Irish Junior Cup clash. With no league game for the 2s and Rathgar already six matches into their season, it was set to be an interesting game. From the start, the 2s took control of possession, pressing hard for an early breakthrough….
North Down travelled to Newforge on Saturday to play newly promoted PSNI in the first League game of the season hoping to get the season off to a positive start North Down dominated play for long periods but it was PSNI who showed them how to be clinical taking advantage of every opportunity that came…
North Down travelled to Dublin on Saturday to play Clontarf in the first round of the Irish Trophy and returned disappointed following a 2-1 defeat. North Down were without 4 regulars but those that were called up gave 100% enhancing their reputations. Jonny Linter was playing dangerous balls into the circle but unfortunately the forwards…
In true North Down fashion, the Men’s 2nd XI faced a slow and sluggish start against Annadale in their recent match, allowing the opposition to capitalise early and take a 1-0 lead just one minute into the game. However, the team’s standard response was to remain relaxed, reorganize, and focus on their game plan. As…
North Down Men’s 3rd XI hosted Cookstown for a league cup group match. After last week’s impressive 5-0 victory against Saintfield, the revamped team felt confident about continuing their winning streak. North started fast and had a gameplan to keep possession and play patient hockey, resisting ‘Holywood’ passes and hopeful long balls. Early season, skipper…
In an exhilarating away match, North Down 2s secured a hard-fought victory against Ballymoney, triumphing 2-1. The match was a showcase of skill, determination, and teamwork, setting the tone for an exciting season ahead. From the outset, both teams demonstrated their intent, with Ballymoney pressing high from early on. The breakthrough came early in the…
This Thursday, 10th October, we’re celebrating World Mental Health Day by asking all our club members, seniors and youth, to wear something purple to their training sessions on Wednesday, Friday and Sunday. In return, we would welcome a suggested donation of £1 to Action Mental Health. If you wish to make a donation simply bring…
Ladies 4’s Triumph Over Harlequins 6’s in Thrilling Match. In an exciting showdown last night, the Ladies 4’s secured a hard-fought 3-2 victory against Harlequins 6’s away in their first league match of the season. The match showcased outstanding teamwork and skill, with multiple players receiving votes for Player of the Match (POM). Ultimately, the…
It was no surprise that Sam Pyper was first in the Club off the mark on the first Saturday of the 24/25 season. Sam is the Club’s leading goal scorer and scored first in the thirds 3-2 home defeat to Portadown 2s in the League Cup. Great start Sam – keep it up!