Wellington Hockey

Wellington Hockey joins our community in mourning the passing of Life Member and true stalwart of our game, Dayle Jackson.

Dayle’s contribution to hockey spanned more than six decades and reached every level of the game. She served Wellington Hockey as Chair, administrator, coach, manager, umpire and mentor, while also making an enormous contribution to the development of countless young players across our region.

Her contribution extended well beyond Wellington. Dayle managed the New Zealand Women’s team at the Sydney 2000 Olympic Games, was recognised as a Life Member of Hockey New Zealand, and in 2018 was appointed a Member of the New Zealand Order of Merit for her services to education and sport.

While those achievements speak to the scale of her contribution, Dayle’s greatest legacy will be the people she influenced. Generations of players, coaches, officials and volunteers benefited from her knowledge, encouragement and willingness to give her time to others, particularly young people finding their way into our game.

Her contribution to Wellington Hockey was immense and enduring. Fittingly, the Dayle Jackson Women’s Challenge Shield carries her name and will ensure her connection to our game continues for generations to come.

Our thoughts and deepest condolences are with Dayle’s whānau, friends, and the many people throughout the hockey community whose lives were richer for knowing her.

Thank you, Dayle, for a remarkable lifetime of service to hockey and our community.

Rest in love.

Future Black Sticks | Wellington Selections 🇳🇿

Wellington Hockey is proud to celebrate the players selected in the 2026 New Zealand Under-21 Future Black Sticks squads.

The programme brings together New Zealand's top Under-21 talent as they prepare for the FIH Junior Hockey World Cup Qualifiers in Australia this October.

Congratulations to all of our Wellington athletes on this well-deserved achievement. We look forward to following your journey in the black shirt and wish you all the best in the months ahead. 💛🖤

Boom💥💥 Play well Hannah, Lucy and Ani!

Congratulations to Max Wallace, who has been recently announced as a finalist for Official of the Year at the 2026 Wellington Regional Sports Awards.

This recognition reflects Max’s outstanding contribution to officiating in Wellington, both on and off the field. Max’s passion, leadership and commitment to growing officiating in Wellington has had a lasting impact in our community. We congratulate Max on this well-deserved recognition and wish him all the best at the Wellington Regional Sports Awards on 20th August.

👉Read the full story: https://www.wellingtonhockey.org.nz/news/max-wallace-named-finalist-for-official-of-the-year-at-wellington-regional-sports-awards

Final Call to Join the $100 Club!

There's still time to become part of Wellington Hockey's inaugural $100 Club.

For a $100 contribution, your name (or family name) will be permanently recognised on our $100 Club displays at National Hockey Stadium and Fraser Park, to be installed this August.

Your contribution helps Wellington Hockey continue investing in quality facilities, community programmes and competitions while keeping hockey accessible and affordable for players of all ages across our region. Multiple contributions are welcome, with larger donations receiving greater recognition.

The campaign closes Friday 31 July.

Join online via PlayHQ, or contribute by direct bank transfer:
Wellington Hockey Association Incorporated
02-0500-0174015-00

Please use "$100 Club" as the payment reference and email your preferred recognition name to [email protected].

PlayHQ Donation Link: https://www.playhq.com/hockey-new-zealand/org/wellington-hockey-association/d023b04a/shop/82be79dd-dd1b-40ef-b216-c3a8888c5ee5

Thank you for helping build a stronger future for hockey in Wellington. 💛🖤

Secondary School Hockey returns this week following the school holiday break, and we can't wait to welcome all our teams back to the turf!

With the season entering its final stretch, there's still plenty to play for as teams continue their push towards finals.

Fixtures are now live on PlayHQ. Check your draw and we'll see you on the turf this week!

👉 https://www.playhq.com/hockey-new-zealand/org/wellington-hockey-association/secondary-school-competition-winter-2026/8fef5e06

A huge congratulations to Julia Gluyas, Riana Pho and Finn Ward on their selection to the Vantage Black Sticks squads for the 2026 FIH Hockey World Cup! 🇳🇿🏑

The Black Sticks Men and Women will head to Belgium and the Netherlands this August to compete against the world's best.

This is an incredible achievement and a reflection of the dedication, hard work and commitment each of you has shown throughout your hockey journey. Representing New Zealand on the world stage is something to be incredibly proud of, and Wellington is thrilled to see three of our own pulling on the black shirt.

Best of luck to Julia, Riana and Finn as you take on the world's best at the Hockey World Cup. The entire Wellington Hockey community will be behind you every step of the way! 💛🖤🇳🇿

Have you read our latest newsletter yet?

Catch up on the latest news and updates from around Wellington Hockey.

🔗 Read it online: https://mailchi.mp/wellingtonhockey/july-2026-newsletter

Build the skills that matter when the pressure is on!

As we head into playoffs, finals and representative tournaments, Wellington Hockey is excited to be hosting a Conflict Management & De-escalation Workshop, facilitated by Max Wallace, an experienced umpire and member of the Wellington Hockey Officials Working Group.

This practical, interactive session will provide real-world techniques to help you:
• Manage difficult conversations
• De-escalate conflict in high-pressure situations
• Communicate confidently and effectively
• Foster a positive and respectful environment across our game

While the workshop has been developed with officials in mind, it is open to the entire Wellington hockey community. Whether you're an official, coach, player, team manager, club volunteer or parent, these are valuable skills that can make a real difference both on and off the field.

Wednesday 29 July
6:00pm to 7:30pm
National Hockey Stadium Pavilion

Pizza will be provided after the workshop. Register by Tuesday 28 July via the link below to secure your place and assist with catering.

RSVP to Workshop: https://forms.cloud.microsoft/r/yCkAXzWcsY

More Info: https://www.wellingtonhockey.org.nz/news/build-your-confidence-with-our-conflict-management-%26-de-escalation-workshop

Don't miss out on Wellington Hockey's biggest development programme of the year! The In-Season Development Programme (ISDP) is designed to help players grow their skills, confidence, and game understanding in a fun, high-quality training environment.

As part of the programme, players also have the opportunity to attend the Lower North Island Regional Events during the Term 3 school holidays, including the U13 Festival in Whanganui and the U16 Tournament in Palmerston North.

Registrations are still open, but close on 22 July, so make sure you secure your spot!
Have any questions? Email [email protected] or U16s, or [email protected] for U13s.

Find more information on our website: https://www.wellingtonhockey.org.nz/news/registrations-now-open-for-wellington-hockey's-u13-%26-u16-in-season-development-programme

Register now via PlayHQ
Under 13 ISDP: https://www.playhq.com/hockey-new-zealand/register/e5e96f
Under 16 ISDP: https://www.playhq.com/hockey-new-zealand/register/09ae2f