North Devon Hockey Club News Articles

End of a very successful season!

Nobody — Tue, 05 Apr 2022 22:17:41 +0100

A clean sweep for the Second XI winning all 14 games to romp to promotion in their league, massive congratulations to all involved. The First XI were only slightly behind, finishing second and capping off a fine season with an 11-1 victory over Dart.

Well done to everyone this season!

North Devon 1s win on return to league hockey

Nobody — Tue, 28 Sep 2021 16:19:22 +0100

PGSOB started strongly, pressing the away team deep into their own half, but Sam Kirkness wrongfooted the PGSOB keeper with an excellent reverse stick strike after a quick pass from Ben Andrew to put the Reds ahead. Andrew turned provider again a few minutes later, when a lapse in the PGSOB defence left Pete Smale through one on one, where he duly rounded the keeper and finished emphatically to put North Devon 2-0 up at half time.

An unfortunate own goal from Ben Cox at the beginning of the second half closed the gap to 2-1, but North Devon were able to take advantage of PGSOB's continued attempts to throw men forward in their search for an equaliser. A scrambled goal for skipper David Orr after the ball had come back off the post restored the 2 goal cushion. An absence of any marking at the back then allowed Smale to take his second in acres of space, and then a couple of minutes later very unselfishly turn provider for the tireless Ashley Thorne to finish with a flourish.

"We were robust in defence and clinical in attack, fully deserving the points", summed up Captain Orr after the match.

Looking forward to next Saturday where at home the 1st XI are hosting University of Exeter 6th team, and the 2nd XI get their league campaign underway away to Sidmouth and Ottery 3rds.

1st Team half season review

Nobody — Sun, 08 Dec 2019 11:47:05 +0000

With 11 games played, the 1sts find themselves in a strong position to progress in the second half of the season. 19 points, 42 goals scored and some excellent hockey played, the attitude and commitment of all has been faultless. With only 8 points required to surpass the total from last year, we are looking to push on and deliver the best seasons results for quite some time! Notable performances include the 10-1 demolition of Plymouth Marjon B, the 3-2 away win at Truro and the 5-0 crushing of league leaders Torbay. Bring on 2020 guys!

Back to hockey 2019

Matt Brown — Sun, 02 Jun 2019 16:12:46 +0100

back to hockey

Adult & Junior Hockey Sessions

Who are they for: Anyone wanting to get back into hockey or to give it a try Junior sessions are for boys & girls in Primary School years 3-6
Adult sessions are for both men and women over the age of 14 years
All abilities welcome

When: 6 weeks from June 11th June - 16th July

Where: The Park Community School, Barnstaple

What Day/ Time: Tuesday 6:45 - 7:45pm

Limited spaces, please contact Charlotte to book a place: 07754310992 or cabeauchamp@hotmail.com

Sessions are free and sticks are available to borrow

New kit sponsored by charity "it's in the bag"

Nobody — Sun, 08 Oct 2017 19:49:38 +0100

North Devon firsts showed off the new away kit away to Plymouth Marjons this weekend. See photo gallery for more photos. 'It's in the bag' is a south west charity based in Bristol, they raise awareness and provide support to men with testicular cancer. As North Devon travel throughout the south west the shirts provide good awareness to the key age for this type of cancer. Let's hope the new kit brings good fortune for the new season.

It's in the bag

Junior Academy Open

Matt Brown — Sun, 10 Sep 2017 20:38:25 +0100

Our new Junior Academy is open. Sessions will run on Sundays from 10-11am at Park School and we are planning to enter the Devon Junior Tournaments on a monthly basis where numbers allow.

Our qualified coaches will be there to safely guide Junior players in the skills and gameplay they will need to develop into players who can fulfil their potential.

Next season we will be initially offering the sessions to Girls and Boys aged 14-16. Parents are encouraged to support the players as much as possible and are welcome to get involved in helping to run the Junior section. We are also looking for local sponsors to help promote the Academy.

If you would like more information please contact Nick Howells by emailing chairman@northdevonhockeyclub.co.uk.

Successful "back to hockey" campaign

Matt Brown — Wed, 26 Jul 2017 23:25:02 +0100

Back to Hockey 2017

Taw Valley and North Devon Hockey Clubs have worked together over the last 6 weeks to provide free coached Hockey sessions for Adults who want to come back to Hockey. Some of the ladies who came along played Hockey last a few years ago. One or two last played at school 20 years ago. It was clear to see after only a short time that the ladies were better than they thought and the sessions moved on to game play with a quickening pace as the weeks went on. By providing tailored sessions it is hoped several ladies will consider joining Taw Valley Hockey Club in the Autumn.

On the other half of the pitch Juniors from local schools were invited to try 6 free sessions for themselves.

Over 20 youngsters tried most of the sessions and really improved their skills and knowledge of Hockey.

A tournament night was held on the last evening and players were then invited to enjoy some tea and cake whilst finding out more about the future plans for junior hockey.

From September Juniors from 7- 14 can train with Taw Valley on a Tuesday nights in term times. Qualified coaches will be on hand to enhance skills and techniques as well as offering Tournament opportunities against other Clubs in Devon.

Junior players aged 14-16 will be able to access coaching through the new North Devon Academy which will run on Sunday mornings.

Adult training at both Clubs resumes in August with Ladies training on a Tuesday night and Men on a Wednesday ahead of league matches which run from September to March.

Should anyone have any enquiries regarding local hockey or would like to attend training or join one of the clubs please feel free to contact Nick Howells on 07929058926.

Back To Hockey

Matt Brown — Thu, 11 May 2017 10:30:58 +0100

Free Hockey Sessions

North Devon Hockey Club and Taw Valley H.C. are jointly offering 6 FREE taster sessions from TUESDAY 13TH JUNE`17 6.45-7.45 at Park School.

Sessions are open to Girls and Boys from Years 4, 5 and 6. Qualified coaches will be running these sessions and will be able to guide your son or daughter in the basics of Hockey.

Places will be limited to 30 pupils so early booking is recommended.

Parents are welcome for an Adult Back to Hockey taster session on the other half of the pitch.

For further details or to book a place:

Please ring or text Nick Howells on-07929058926 after 5pm.