woking
hockey club
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Woking hockey club
W
oking Hockey Club is one of the biggest in the Country offering hockey at all levels, ages and ranges of
commitment. They state on their website (www.wokinghc.com) it is ‘not just about the hockey’ as for many of
their players, whilst they love a competitive game, the social side is as important.
They run nine men’s teams, six ladies, one mixed and numerous
junior sides. The England Hockey ‘Back to Hockey’ initiative
has been very successful and they have many new members
who are discovering (or rediscovering!) a passion for hockey.
The 1st XI ladies are in the South League and the 1st XI men
are newly promoted to the South Premier Division following an
incredible play off day where they won both their games by a
golden goal in extra time.
Coaches play a big role and every team in the club has access
to training with quality coaching. They currently have three
Level 3 coaches which means that the numerous Level 2 and 1
coaches along with volunteers can all be continually mentored
and developed throughout the season. Club Secretary Katy
Robinson took the time to give us an insight into the fine work
being done at Woking.
The Role
She started by explaining her role, saying, “Woking took the
decision about eight years ago to employ a Development Officer
to ensure that our external pitch customers were looked after
and the club was developed within the Community, schools
and England Hockey.
That role has morphed into what I do now as Club Secretary.
It incorporates the smooth running of the club with the
development which encompasses raising money, saving
money, making best use of our facilities and anything between
filling the soap dispenser to putting in funding bids!
My biggest challenge is that it has become a huge role and can
feel like it is taking over my life. However, it also fits brilliantly
in to my work/life balance and as any parent knows having a
flexible job is a massive help – I can work at any time of the day
and from anywhere. I’m a lifelong member and love hockey so
my role enables me to ensure that we continue to thrive and
evolve to stay current.”
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