Hockey

2019 was an exciting year for hockey, which kicked off at pre season in September when around 120 girls from across all five year groups attended sessions across three days.

Rio Olympic Gold medalist; Dr Hannah Mcleod MBE, joined the coaching staff for one of the days and presented the first team players with their new shirts.

Permanent additions to the Mill Hill coaching staff this year include, Jennie Stephens, Lucy Sheffield, Zoe Griffith, Jade Boyle; all of who bring a wealth of hockey experience to the table having played at national league level.

In October Half term, 37 girls toured Amsterdam. The trip gave them the opportunity to train at, and compete against some of the best clubs, in what is arguably the hockey capital of the world.

Having returned from half term, the 1stX1 won three games and drew one to top their pool at the regional competition, which means that they have qualified for the South Finals.

If the girls can match their performance from the regional rounds, then they have every chance of qualifying for the national finals of the Tier 4 competition which will be held early next year.

Stuart Hendy

Weymouth Housemaster, Master In Charge of Hockey, Mill Hill School