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
Sunday Training Dates – Most Sundays through September to April.
Junior Hockey Training takes place on a Sunday morning 9.45 – 12am at Calday School 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.
Under 10s
Please arrive to be registered at 9.45am.
This session will finish at 11am.
Under 12s
Please arrive to be registered and warm up at 10.45am.
This session will conclude at 12.00.
Wednesday
Girls Yrs 8 & 9 (U14) 6-7pm
Thursday
Boys Yrs 8, 9 & 10 boys 6- 7pm *Or Sunday 10:45 – 12
NB 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.
The Big Cats
Under 12 Boys and Girls – Yrs 6 & 7, and Lion Cubs Under 10 boys and girls (some Yrs 3, 4 & 5) – Matches are generally 7 a side half pitch at this age.
Lion Cubs (Under 8s)
For this group the focus is much more on 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. Matches take place with modified age appropriate rules and structure.
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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