Staines Hockey Club Magazine - Issue 1 - September 2021

Staines Hockey Club September 2021 | Issue 1

Welcome back to a new hockey season

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This is Staines Hockey Club Magazine. The aim of the magazine is to keep our members and local community aware of our news & activities.

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ARE OUR JUNIORS READY FOR THE NEW SEASON? Save the date: Club day Saturday 11th September Only a couple of weeks until Junior Club Day! Junior Club Day is on 11th September 2021 and starts at 1000hrs.

We will have some fun games and we will also have the opportunity for parents and carers to 'Give Hockey a Go’.

The fun on the astro will end at about 1130am but weather permitting we will continue the fun by having some informal social time on the grass area with a bring your own picnic.

There is a Men's 1's game on at Midday and then the adult Club Day starts at about 130pm.

At club day - Parents will get a chance to have a go at hockey!

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A look forward to the new season ahead

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A message from your Chairman

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Well last season was a bit different wasn’t it! Even though the league programme did not conclude we do have a lot to reflect on and a lot to celebrate, more on this later.

I must start with a nod to our President and my friend Lofty, as I am sure you are aware he passed away after a long battle with cancer. I am certain there will be a glass of two raised to him this season and many more to come. We will be looking at the best ways to celebrate his life and all that he did for the club that he loved.

We have been investing in the club over the last few year and we are seeing the benefits. Last season we have been fielding a Mens 5th XI, who have and will continue to play in a local friendly league. Our ladies are on the verge of fielding a 4th XI they have been play a few friendlies last season with many of our junior girls making the transition to adult hockey.

Speaking of our Juniors, Ian Robinson and the team have seen a 25% growth in the last year. This does not just happen! There is a lot of effort that goes on behind the scenes and I cannot give enough thanks to all the coaches, volunteers, parents and everyone involved in making our junior a success. If you have been to a junior training session you will witness a fun friendly and family orientated atmosphere.

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Some feedback we have received is around our lack of communication. We have taken that onboard and hopefully you have will see improvements this season…. Starting with newsletters, quartley magazines and our social media presence. If you feel there is anything else we could and should be doing better please make sure you let you us know.

Welcome to all new (and returning) faces this season, we look forward to meeting you all. For any that of you that are leaving us this year, if you are off to university or starting fresh somewhere new, know that you will always be welcome back at Staines HC. If you have decided to hang up your stick, don’t be a stranger and we hope to see you supporting us by the pitch and in the bar.

A date for your diary. The start of the season “club day” will be on Saturday 11th September. This includes Junior club day, and exhibition match and mixed inter club 6-a-side followed by the later than usual AGM and awards.

Beeches BBQ will be available all day.

I hope you are aware that England Hockey are starting to deliver the ‘Structure Fit for the Future https://www.englandhockey.co.uk/governance/about-englandhockey/agm-resolution/governance-review One of the changes is a league restructure for this season 2021/22. Staines Mens and Ladies section elected to enter the South Central area.

You can find information on the new are leagues and fixtures here. https://www.englandhockey.co.uk/new-area-adult-fixtures-available Please remember this is your club and it is run by a dedicated group of volunteers who go over and above the call of duty to ensure everyone can enjoy their hockey. If you think you are able to offer constructive suggestions, financial support, time or anything else please get in touch!

Good luck to everyone for the season ahead.

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This is a monthly draw where you can win £150 first prize!

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You are welcome to sponsor more than 1 ball to increase your chances of winning

1st Prize - £150, 2nd Prize - £75, 3rd Prize - £25

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We have achieved Clubmark status Staines HC have been working through the process over the last 12 months and are delighted to announce we are now ClubMark accredited.

What is ClubMark?

ClubMark is a cross-sport accreditation scheme for community clubs that has raised the standards of delivery, welfare and programmes within clubs.

Why complete ClubMark?

Following the consultation with clubs on “What Makes a Great Club?” combined with Sport England’s review of all things ClubMark, England Hockey devised a hockey specific accreditation system. The ClubMark encompasses a minimum operating standard and ensuring that the criteria is relevant to all clubs.

What is the purpose?

England Hockey ClubMark is designed to set a minimum operating standard for clubs to achieve and ensure that the appropriate risk assessments, policies and procedures are in place. It is a tool for clubs to check that they have the basics in place.

Staines HC Achievement Tom Simpson, who has been our Umpire Coordinator, was the driving force and should take the credit for this fantastic achievement. Tom took on the challenge, and those that know Tom, will know if he takes on a job then he does all he can to succeed in it. He quickly managed to bring together all the various policies and procedures and ensured they were updated. He then politely reminded (pestered!) others to provide any other relevant information that was missing but required by England Hockey. Tom can now take a wellearned rest from his fantastic work for Staines HC, while he has a year seconded to a University in the USA. Thank you and Good Luck Tom!!

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Players sank to their knees, both teams did. As temperatures nudged 42C on the pitch, mercury turned to bronze after this breathless encounter; a see-saw, pulsating match ending 4-3 to Great Britain women, who won a third successive Olympic hockey medal.

This was a match which saw five goals in 10 minutes either side of half-time. Britain led 2-0, India rallied with three in four minutes. The final push over the line was delivered by Grace Balsdon firing in GB’s first corner with another blistering strike. The final 12 minutes were then etched with nerves, but under the unflappable captaincy of Hollie Pearne-Webb, their control and game management prevailed.

This GB side has not had it easy since Rio. Yet, they end with a gallant bronze – the rock in defence Laura Unsworth winning a third since London 2012 – a medal which also will bring welcome relief for coach Mark Hager, the Australian who has been dealt a tough hand with injuries, squad form and 18 months away from his family.

“We told ourselves to take a deep breath, we’re fine. We had a bad patch there, but we ride it. We go back out and we go back and we impose our game on them,” Pearne-Webb said of the half-time break which sparked the medal turnaround.

Hager’s side found openings by running from width against India. Their first underpinned this, Ellie Rayer carrying effortlessly to the baseline and her cross-shot pass turned in by Deep Grace Ekka.

Savita Punia was once again forced into action, scuppering three GB shots. When Sarah Robertson found herself unmarked high up in the cirle, the Scot carved an opening on her reverse and rifled past Savita.

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A minute later, the dangerous Gurjit Kaur picked an opening through GB’s line runners on her second corner attempt to reduce the arrears. The equaliser from Gurjit’s potent stick was a carbon copy with Maddie Hnch beaten to her left. Three goals in as many minutes.

India’s counter-attacking policy saw the turnaround complete just before half-time, a chaotic moment in GB’s circle seeing the ball inch over Hinch’s line from Vandana Katariya, the goal standing after a referral.

Pearne-Webb, who received a black eye during the Dutch dismantling in the semi-final, then came to the fore in the third quarter with a powerful hit to evade Savita. A rare goal, perhaps her most important of all. “I did wonder, ‘What am I doing in here, why am I here?'” she mused afterwards. Little Matter. Back came India with two more PC chances, Hinch standing tall.

Then, after Britain’s six corner attempts, Balsdon opened her shoulders and found a way through Savita’s legs with a low flick. Hager’s side held on, Izzy Petter taking the ball deep at the death. The hooter sparked a pitch picture of utter joy and sinking dejection.

Yes, the Eves fell agonsingly short of a first Olympic medal, participating in their first Olympics for 36 years. But in a nation where the men’s game has ruled, this was a breakthrough tournament for Sjoerd Marijne’s side. Finally, there could even now be a run where an Indian coach isn’t sacked, with Marijne handing over the ropes to his Dutch assistant Janneke Schopman, India’s analytical coach.

“We didn’t win the medal, but I think we achieved something bigger, and it’s inspiring a country and make the country proud,” said Marijne. “And I’ve shown many messages of people who were saying that, and I think the world have seen another Indian team, and I’m really proud of that.”

For more great hockey news visit www.TheHockeyPaper.co.uk

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Huge congratulations to everyone involved with the Great Britain's women's hockey team. They are an inspiration both on and off the field of play. The last 12 to 18 months have been really challenging and as a group they, and those at home who have been part of the group in this cycle, have worked incredibly hard and been 100% committed which has all led to the success.

Olympic medals in three consecutive games is no mean feat, and the women's success is unprecedented, even more so in comparison to other female team sports. And I must mention Laura Unsworth for becoming the first British hockey player to win three Olympic medals. We are so proud of this incredibly talented group, captained brilliantly by Hollie Pearne-Webb.

Great Britain's men had a positive campaign they can be pleased with. Of course they were disappointed not to take the next step into the semi finals, but fifth place in an Olympic games is still a noteworthy achievement, both in the context of Covid and also building on performances at Rio. In fact I believe fifth is the men's joint-best overseas Olympic games since Seoul in 1988. These Olympics and other recent results have shown the step change that they are on. We look forward to seeing them compete in the future and as a group with good and strong support are excited by what is ahead.

Across both teams, it was very pleasing to see key contributions from all three home nations, both on the pitch but also among the coaching staff. It is important to us to represent England, Scotland and Wales in a manner such as this.

Covid has not been easy for any of us, and in an elite team sport environment it has been exceptionally hard, and my sincere thanks and appreciation to all the athletes, as well as the coaches, support teams and wider staff who have made this happen. Thank you to all the families, volunteers and clubs that have played such a significant part in the development of all the Great Britain hockey players Nick Pink CEO of England Hockey Full news story -www.englandhockey.co.uk

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When you watch hockey, you will likely be impressed by three elements: the incredible speed, the staggering level of skills involved and the passion from players and fans alike.

Hockey can be watched everywhere, from the comfort of your home to your mobile phone or even at a stadium near you. Hockey is probably much closer than you think!

If you choose to start playing, you’ll quickly learn that hockey is easy to access - there is certainly a club nearby and people like you are already part of it.

If you are already a hockey player, ask your friends and family members to get involved! Or invite them to come along and watch the action!

Whether you decide to watch or play, whether you are new to the sport or not, an incredible hockey experience is certainly waiting for you. No matter who you are, no matter where you are, we invite you to discover or re-discover the world of hockey.

Did you know that Hockey is a truly universal sport The number of hockey players all over the world is estimated to be around 30 million.

There are 137 National Associations of hockey, spread over all five continents.

Historically popular in most Commonwealth nations, hockey is firmly established in countries such as Australia (regularly at the top of the FIH World Rankings for Men), India – where it is considered as THE national game – , Great Britain, New Zealand, Pakistan, Malaysia and South Africa. Nowadays, Hockey is a truly global sport in which the top 20 ranked teams, both men and women, feature representatives from all five continents. The sport is highly established in European countries such as the Netherlands, Belgium and Germany, while in South America vast numbers both play and follow the game in Argentina. Hockey is also played in many US colleges, while China is part of the FIH Hockey Pro League with their women’s national team.

For more news from International Hockey Federation visit – www.fih.ch

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Coach Profile

Ben first started playing hockey when he was 9 years old when a hockey player from a local club was going round primary schools in the area. From there, he was hooked into playing as much as possible and joined his local club (Sunbury).

During his colt years, Ben represented county level from u13 through to u18. At club level he moved through the adult teams to play in the Sunbury 1st team until he started university in Plymouth. Ben helped Plymouth win promotion into National league and enjoyed 2 seasons playing National league before moving back to the London Area. In between lectures, Ben coached hockey in the local primary schools which lead to him wanting to move into teaching in primary schools.

After finishing University in 2007, Ben moved to Staines hockey club and apart from a couple of seasons away, has spent the rest of the time at Staines Hockey Club. The past few season has seen Ben more involved in the colts section including when we hosted the BBC breakfast at Staines to celebrate the anniversary of the Women’s Rio Gold medal win.

This Autumn Ben will start the Great Britain Advanced Coaching Programme which is a two year course and will help him gain valuable experience from other coaches to assist the Staines colt section.

Ben is also the 1st team vice-captain and manager. Ben is delighted to see quite a few players in the 1st team squad who were a Staines colt. Away from hockey, Ben works in a primary school as a teacher. He has two daughters (5 and 2) who don’t play hockey at the moment but we will see!

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Adam Hart, also known as `Sticky’ was born in Staines, grew up in Staines, and lives in Staines so is Staines through and through. He lives with his wife Pauline and son Luke (who is also playing adult hockey at Staines). He joined Staines hockey club when he was 14 and has never played for any other club side.

He started as a very keen footballer but got a knee injury and then never really made the grade. He then - on recommendation by his PE teacher - captained the school team before joining Staines HC, where he soon despite his young age went on to represent the 5’s, 4’s and 3’s at adult level. He was selected to play for Middlesex at County level for U16, U18 and U21.

At the age of 16/17 he was already playing and training with the 1’s winning numerous league titles like the Middlesex Premier, South Premier B and at his highest played in South Premier A. He now boasts that has played for every men’s and mixed team in the club and has coached every single team in the club!

He also played in the national mixed final in Sheffield, and became captain the year after, leading the team to the quarter final. Even now at the age of 42 he is still playing for the 1st team and just competed in the England Hockey plate in Nottingham. Next weekend he will represent the South of England in the Over 40 Masters competition.

Adam (Sticky) started coaching the lower eleven ladies about 15 years ago and was successful in transitioning youngsters into adult hockey. He knew coaching was the way to extend his lifelong career with Staines HC. After a few years, and when his son was old enough to play hockey in the colt’s section, he coached the colts every Sunday.

Sticky (Adam) also took on coaching the lower XI men for about 4 seasons, and with the senior ladies when their coach was not available.

Today he is Ladies 1’s coach and is still coaches the kids on a Wednesday and Sunday. He was appointed as Director of Colts Coaching, responsible for all levels but especially the under 14 girls. He also oversees the development and appointment of other colts coaches and is always looking for new recruits!

Away from Staines Hockey Club, Adam runs own self-employed business called All Hart Sports Limited, which takes him into schools to help them with the provision of hockey coaching. The schools include The Marist, Buckland’s, Thamesmead and most recently Beaconsfield high school.

Adam has almost completed his level 2 England Hockey coaching award and looks forward to continuing his career serving a sport which has been such an important part of his life.

Picture below: Adam with son Luke.

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Ant grew up in Maidstone in Kent and started to play hockey in his early teens. He had just made the cut for the 1st XI (age 20) when he moved away from home for a new job, based in Eton Berkshire. Regrettably, he did not join another hockey club until 20 years later when he took his eldest son Jacob to junior training at Staines.

After meeting Adam Hart and offering to help with the junior coaching, he was offered the chance of a game for the men's thirds. This was a temptation which proved too much, along with assuming the role of team captain after he was volunteered a year later!

Ant has been a sportsman his entire life playing many sports both team and individual for some fantastic clubs, receiving no end of coaching along the way. Nowadays he believes strongly in giving back to the grassroots whatever he may have to offer.

Ant is married to Tatiana and has three children (Jacob, Harriet and Isaac), he also owns and operates a small software development business from home He likes to dream of spare time which could be used to travel the world more, enjoying life's simple pleasures such as eating and drinking along the way!

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Strategy

At Staines Hockey Club we recognise the invaluable support that parents and guardians provide to young players to enable them to play, enjoy and progress in hockey.

England Hockey also understand that you need clear and timely communication to be able to make the best decisions with and for your children. With this in mind, they created a video (https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=76fqCSSBq-U) which they hope you will find useful.

You may be aware that, the Talent Team at England Hockey have been exploring and developing a new Talent System with the aim of providing more opportunities for young hockey players to access high quality talent development environments. Throughout this process, England Hockey have engaged with a wide range of stakeholders and you can find previous communications and resources here (http://www.englandhockey.co.uk/play/future-talent-strategy).

In the video Heather Williams, Head of Elite Talent Development, and England Hockey Lead Talent Coaches, Lisa Letchford and Mark Bateman discuss these exciting plans for hockey talent development in England, and what this means for young players with potential and aspirations to progress to a high level in hockey.

England Hockey have also created a document to introduce their Right Athlete, Right Environment (RARE) principles which provides context, guidance, and assessment questions for players, parents, and guardians to consider when evaluating the best hockey environments at each stage of a player’s development. Staines Hockey Club encourage all parents/guardians with children in the Colts section to read this excellent document which can be found on the Staines Hockey website.

Staines Hockey Club wishes all our Colts players already selected over the coming months for England Hockey’s player pathway programme the very best of luck.

Stephen Wilkinson Staines Colts Fixtures Secretary; and County and England Hockey liaison. juniorfixtures@staineshockeyclub.com

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Message for parents We are coming to the end of the summer season and hope you have all enjoyed the chance of getting onto the astro and learning new skills. We are delighted to have been able to welcome so many new members since we returned in April. There is no rest for us as we get prepared for the coming season. To help us plan, now is the time to sign up for the upcoming 2021/22 season.

The costs, which will cover from September 2021 to Easter 2022, are £160 for a child in Year 6 and above, £115 for Year 5 and below. This is for the school year from September 2021. However, there is an Early Bird discount of 5% for any full payment made by 31 August 2021. So, £152 and £109.25 respectively. We do offer sibling discounts that are shown on the payment section within Pitchero and qualify for the Early Bird Discount.

Any payments made after 31 August 2021 will not qualify for the Early Bird discount. We do allow you to pay over 4 months (August to November) but this does not attract a discount and also has an admin fee attached.

All payments need to be made via Pitchero, no cash payments this year, and if there is no payment made by 30 September then this may incur a 5% late payment fee. If anyone has any financial difficulties then please speak to me in confidence.

Junior Club Day We will start the new season with a Junior Club and Awards Day on Saturday 11 September 2021. Please note this is a Saturday to coincide with the main adult club day. We will start around 10am and look to finish the on-pitch fun at around 1130am.

This will include the opportunity for parents to give hockey a go and have some fun with their kids and get on the pitch. So, bring your trainers!

We then plan to have some food, probably a bring your own picnic but we are exploring other options.

Everyone would be welcome to stay for the adult club day in the afternoon. Those 13 years and over can take part or you can stay to watch and socialise. We do have the Club AGM later in the afternoon.

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Website and Pitchero app.

The below provides further information to help get set up on Pitchero, if you aren’t already.

Our website, is hosted by Pitchero and website address is https://www.staineshockeyclub.com.

Membership and Subscription Area Club membership is administered through our website and allows members to sign up to the club and pay online. This enables the club to be effective in its member administration across the club, as well as tracking player availability and team selection.

If you are an existing member you do not need to sign up again but please do check that all personal details are still accurate. However you will need to pay for annual membership via the website or app.

Getting started and joining Staines HC

Pitchero have helpfully provided help and guidance and the link specifically for parents and juniors is here - https://help.pitchero.com/hc/en-us/articles/115004552094-How-doparents-complete-the-registration-form-when-joining-my-websitePlease follow the below instructions Register with the club website. On the club website home page on the right top of the screen is the word ‘JOIN’ in black font with white background. Press on that and then complete the form. (make sure that you confirm your email address) This will need to be parents details if under 14 or can be child’s if 14 and over. The parent should sign up and link themselves to their u18 to be able to access all the news and updates.

Choose what role you would like to apply for (Player or Club Member) Fill in your registration details to request to join the club. Parents SHOULD NOT register as a player!" (unless they also play for an adult team at Staines).

Go to the Shop & Payments section to pay your membership online. Please see below for the instructions to complete this.

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Things to know

When you join, every member has a profile that they need to submit, can manage and update themselves. Photographs can be added to support coaches and officials, but not mandatory.

This is the main way of communicating to club members which will be via the website or by email. This is why confirming your email and allowing access for club communication is so important.

All players age 14 and over should have their own email registered for club communication. Parents will continue to receive the same information.

Download the Pitchero app to keep in touch with the club and up-to-the minute selection information and news Members will pay their subs directly via the website.

GoCardless is the facility that is used to pay for any transactions. This is similar to PayPal but has a direct debit facility. You will have to sign up and set up your bank details initially, and then be able to pay your subs.

Junior Subscriptions All members of Staines Hockey Club pay a subscription to join the club, this is from September to Easter 2022.

There are 6 membership bands available for the Juniors, depending on age, sibling discounts and circumstances of the member.

To qualify for EarlyBird discount, members must fully complete the membership form with up-to-date information and pay in full by 31 August 2021.

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Diary dates

Training sessions for the 2021/2022 season Our training sessions: Sundays 0930hrs to 1100hrs – All age groups Wednesdays 1830hrs to 1930hrs – School Year 2 and above Wednesdays 1930hrs to 2030hrs – U14 Girls (and any u12 Girls by invitation) After our Club Day Our first midweek session will be on Wednesday 15th September 2021 from 1830hrs to 2030hrs.

Our first Sunday training session will be on Sunday 19th September 2021 from 0930-1100hrs.

See you soon!

PS: Don’t forget the club day on Saturday 11th September at 10am.

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