Saturday saw North Down travel to another tough away fixture, this time to face second in the league South Antrim. The game started evenly, with both sides creating chances in the first quarter but it was North Down who would find the break through. After some good defensive work from North, the ball was played…
On Saturday, North Down Ladies’ 1st XI faced league leaders Dungannon. Despite a strong start, the team ultimately succumbed to a 3-0 defeat, marking their fourth loss in the league. North Down began the game with determination, showcasing solid link-up play with midfielder Megan Murray effectively feeding the forward line. The defense, led by goalkeeper…
North Down travelled to Limavady at the weekend, returning to a ground where they had suffered a heavy cup defeat last season. Determined to show their progress, the squad arrived focused and ready for a much stronger performance. The home side started brightly, immediately using well-drilled set plays and their pace up front to put…
The match started quickly with outcomes in the circle for North Down after the first two minutes. Unfortunately, nothing came from these penalty corners but that did not stop Gabby Scates from continuing to burst into the circle from midfield. The second quarter saw more chances for both teams with Megan Murray, Sophie Leckie and…
1st quarter – match started evenly for both teams, there were plenty of chances at both ends. North down goalkeeper, Helena Press, made great saves and frustrated the Saintfield team as they couldn’t squeeze the ball passed her. There were many energetic runs from the 3 North Down forwards Lucy Dean, Katie Johnston and Ella…
In a crucial away fixture against Belfast Harlequins, both teams went into the match knowing that three points were essential. North Down started strongly, setting the tempo early and putting pressure on the home side. Their early dominance was rewarded when Kate Cafferkey found the back of the net, continuing her impressive goal-scoring run this season….
North Down Ladies 1st XI faced a challenging trip on Saturday afternoon as they travelled to play Randalstown at Antrim Forum. Despite a determined and disciplined display, North Down were edged out 2–0 by a strong home side who capitalised on their chances. From the outset, North Down showed good organisation and defensive structure, absorbing…
Coach McKeown, fresh from Ted Lasso marathon on his midweek transatlantic travels made a couple of positional changes and it was North Down that started the brightest. With Mushy and Tweedie full of energy after midweek marriage proposals, North Down took the early momentum moving the ball well to create attacking opportunities. Cunningham dealt comfortably…
Men’s 1s thriller with Portadown ended 2-2. Coach McKeown, fresh from Ted Lasso marathon on his midweek transatlantic travels made a couple of positional changes and it was North Down that started the brightest. With Mushy and Tweedie full of energy after midweek marriage proposals, North Down took the early momentum moving the ball well…
At North Down Hockey Club, we take pride in the development and achievements of our young players. During the summer some of our young leaders successfully completed the Hockey Ireland Young Leaders Course, in partnership with Ulster Hockey. This is an impressive accomplishment and a personal milestone for each participant. The Hockey Ireland Young Leaders…