OXTON
JUNIOR HOCKEY
Oxton HC run various coaching sessions and teams at the junior level catering for different ages/ability. For more information please read info below or Contact us using the form below
Training
Junior Hockey Training takes place at various times throughout the week (depending on age) at Calday School (Glasspool) Pitch (opp. Caldy Rugby Club), Telegraph Road.
Sticks are provided but we recommend children come dressed appropriately, wearing suitable footwear*, shin pads and a gum guard.
*Please wear astro trainers – boots with studs or blades are prohibited.
Sunday – Hockey Heroes
Boys and Girls in Yrs 1 -3
This is and England Hockey led programme link: Hockey Heroes Info
Sunday – Under 8s & 10s
Boys and Girls in Yrs 2-5
Please arrive to be registered at 9.45am.
This session will finish at 11am.
Tuesday – Under 12s – 6-7pm
Boys and Girls in Yr 6 & 7
Wednesday – 6-7pm
Girls Yrs 8, 9 & 10*
Thursday
Boys Yrs 8, 9 & 10*
*Some Yr 10s will attend adult training depending on ability – this will be communicated directly to player/parent
All new starters are entitled to 3 trial sessions before they commit.
Contact oxtonhcyouthrep@gmail.com for more info
ABOUT MATCHES
For ALL Junior matches the primary objective is to create a fun environment for the children to compete, develop their skills and learn more about the tactics and structure of the game.
All children have the opportunity to put their name forward via our app (spond). Mixed ability, balanced sides are then selected, giving as many children the opportunity to play as possible. Reliability and commitment is rewarded.
All children have the opportunity to put their name forward via our app (spond). Mixed ability, balanced sides are then selected, giving as many children the opportunity to play as possible. Reliability and commitment is rewarded.
Beavers
There are regular Saturday matches for Yrs 6, 7 & 8 boys and girls.
Badgers
There are regular Saturday matches for Yrs 9 & 10 boys. Girls at this age either continue in beavers or move to lower ladies sides (depending on ability). There are also some U14 Girls matches on Sundays through the season.
Junior Festivals
We participate in the England Hockey junior framework competing in age group festivals at – U8s, U10s and U12s.
The festivals, take place over a number of Sundays throughout the season and focus on participation, with modified age appropriate rules and structure.
Under 12 Boys and Girls – Yrs 6 & 7,
Under 10 boys and girls Yrs 4 & 5
Matches are generally 7 a side half pitch at this age.
Under 8s (Yr 2 & 3)
We introduce this age group to matches via 4 a side games on a small pitch with modified age appropriate rules.
However for the most part the focus for this group is much more about introducing them to hockey through fun games for fitness and fun. Their training consists of some hockey skills mixed with Agility, Balance & Co-ordination (ABCs) activities.
For ALL Junior matches the primary objective is to create a fun environment for the children to compete, develop their skills and learn more about the tactics and structure of the game.
All children have the opportunity to put their name forward via our app (spond). Mixed ability, balanced sides are then selected, giving as many children the opportunity to play as possible. Reliability and commitment is rewarded.
WHAT TO WEAR
FOR MATCHES
Red shirt, red socks and navy shorts/skort (Black will do initially). Official kit can be ordered from Sportsville in Greasby.
FOR TRAINING
Please dress your child appropriately for the weather, and please don’t forget to send them with gloves on cold days.
Trainers or astros must be worn – no shoes, Crocs or boots for safety reasons. Shin pads and gum guards are recommended
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