Canterbury Hockey Club’s Post

Canterbury Hockey Club held its Annual Easter Festival on Saturday 30th March. A great day was had by all in splendid weather, with team Pumpkins taking the honours. All proceeds donated to CALM (Campaign Against Living Miserably)Campaign Against Living Miserably is a charity taking a stand against suicide. That means standing against feeling miserable, standing up to stereotypes and standing together to show life is always worth living 💚5pm - Midnight. 365 days a year. 0800 58 58 58#GreenAndWhiteArmy

As the league season opens we would like to say a huge thank you to all our main sponsors who make it possible for us to all keep healthy playing the sport we love.  Principal Sponsor: 1901patrons  1st XI Shirt Sponsor: University of Kent Sports  Holiday Camp Sponsor: Port of Dover  School Sponsors:  Kent College Canterbury  st Edmunds Canterbury  The Kings School Canterbury St Lawrence College  Coach Sponsor: Quinn Estates   Business Promotion Sponsors:  Burgess Hodgson The Worthgate School  Lenleys home  NFU Canterbury & Sittingbourne  Edward Vinson Mickle Creative  Brett Batchelor Coop Frontier Agriculture consolidate Wealth Management.  Kit Supplier: Y1 Official Photographer: Umpire Cam  Also thank you to all our Banner and team shirt sponsors, your support is always appreciated.  If you are interested in learning more about all the packages available please DM or email sponsorship@canterburyhockeyclub.co.uk

Back 2 Hockey | CanterburyBack to Hockey is fun, social and informal. With sessions aimed at people of all ages and abilities. B2H Starting in Canterbury on WEDNESDAY 17th May at Polo Farm Sports Club and it’s FREE ✅ Mixed and open to anyone over 18📍Polo Farm Sports Club CT3 4AF🏑All Weather Pitch 2 (Lower pitch, past tennis courts and indoor centre)W3W: ///cute.chitchat.unzippedBack to Hockey has inspired thousands of players to pick up a hockey stick and they have told us they love the social element of the session, it’s a great way to get fitter and the perfect opportunity to meet new people. The sessions are fun, social and informal and aimed at people who either have not played for several years or are looking to play for the first time. Do not worry if you are a little apprehensive, unsure of the rules or worried that you won’t know anyone, Back to Hockey coaches will gently guide you through a series of fun and interactive sessions, all in a super-friendly and relaxed environment.Check out linktree in profile for more information about the club or email: hello@canterburyhockeyclub.co.uk. All players will be required to register on TEAMO ideally before the session but can be done when you turn up. Simply register here to join Canterbury HC, Back to Hockey on teamo and get the app https://lnkd.in/gtyPx9d2 #b2h #englandhockey #kent #southeast #canterbury #eastkent #sport #hockey #womenssport #thisgirlcan #fitness #fun

Canterbury Hockey Club are looking for 2 coaches to join the elite coaching team.We are looking for 2 individuals who have experience of the game and are looking to develop their coaching mentored by 1st team coaches and Director of Hockey. Experience working with u18/u16 would also be desirable given these are breeding ground for future stars. Possible opportunities to coach in junior program also available. For a no obligation discreet chat please email chairman@canterburyhockeyclub.co.uk #hockey #fieldhockey #coach #coaching #kent #Canterbury #mentor #elite  England and Great Britain Hockey

Late 90’s early 2000’s Mens first XI came together this weekend ➡️scroll through for the league and squad list…..it’s very impressive!  England and Great Britain Hockey

On President's Day, we welcomed ‘The Hockey Paper to feature the club in their 'Matchday Diaries'; a behind the scenes video series that looks at hockey clubs across the UK to give a unique flavour of what makes them thrive and survive. We're delighted that one thing that the video highlights is just how much of a family Canterbury Hockey Club is. There are few clubs in the country that can compete with the ethos at Canterbury and a lot can be taken from the continuing involvement of family groups, the support of the membership and the general enthusiasm of all involved – the future bodes well for the success of our club for many years to come and the drive to succeed is as great now as it has ever been. If you are interested in playing, supporting, administering or understanding sponsorship and partnership opportunities please do get in touch.  https://lnkd.in/eD9dDzEg

Despite the weather a wonderful day at Polo Farm yesterday with 144 current and past players taking part in the 20th Annual Villages Tournament sponsored by NFU Mutual Canterbury and Sittingbourne This years honours went to ‘Rest of England’ #GreenAndWhiteArmy

If the last three years have taught us anything it is to “prepare for the unimaginable”. Brexit instability followed by the Covid-19 pandemic and now the impacts of the war in Ukraine have brought global uncertainty to our doorsteps, our boilers and our shopping baskets. The passing of a club member is always going to be hard but to lose one just coming into their prime of life is unimaginable and devastating and nothing could prepare us for the passing of 'Figgy'. One thing we did learn about the club was just how much we all pull together at times of need. In the days and weeks that followed the way all corners of the club came together to make sure that we did Chris and his family proud were heart-warming and a reminder of how import our community is. We want to take this opportunity to remind everyone that there is a page on our website with a list of mental health support available to all ages, if you have any more charities or support networks to add please do let us know. The process of getting rid of the mince pies starts with the Annual Laslett vs Club Boxing Day match at 11:00, 2022 being the 41st edition. This is followed on the 31st of Dec by the 'Villages Tournament’ sponsored by the NFU. Started back in 2002/3 season with 5 teams and won by the 'City Slickers' last year’s edition, the 19th, was won by Middle Earth and had 120 players involved. Our 1st XIs are next in action Indoors with games for both over 7/8th & 14/15th Jan and Ladies possibly 21/22nd depending on results. The outdoor season starts again for the Men on 28th Jan with a rearranged trip to University of Bristol while the Ladies start back on 4th Feb with a trip to Cambridge City. Due to Dec postponements, there is a pretty full league fixture list for the rest of the club on the 7th January so players please make sure you have your TEAMO availability up to date. Have a wonderful Christmas and new year with your loved ones and thank you to every one of you for all you do for our great club but a particular thank you to those that do that little bit more and make sure we are here to fight another day. Farmer Christmas & Mel Carolow #GreenAndWhiteArmy

Canterbury Hockey Club and the Figgis family pass on their thanks to everyone in the club but also the show of support from the wider hockey community in the past week. If anyone would like to add to the condolence book please DM or email chairman@canterburyhockeyclub.co.uk We would like to say a huge thank you to East Kent Mind and their 2 councillors who joined us in person at Polo on Thursday evening to support both players and parents. Please swipe for more information and support available. England and Great Britain Hockey

Old, current, returning and new players please come and join us on Wednesday 7th September at Polo Farm for a men’s open welcome session for the 2022/3 season. All abilities welcome and catered for. 🗓Wednesday 7th September 📍Polo Farm CT3 4AF 🕢18:15 meet for 18:30 start 🏑 Bring a stick, water bottle and light and dark shirt - if you need to borrow a stick that can be catered for. DM for any questions or queries. #GreenAndWhiteArmy