Playing Information: I grew up playing hockey in Horsham after giving the sport a try at my school’s after-school club. One of my teachers, who also coached at Horsham HC, encouraged me to join, and that’s where my hockey journey properly began. I later moved to Bournemouth for university, where I played for the Men’s 1st Team for both club and university, and reached the Big BUCS Wednesday Final. I joined Wimbledon Hockey Club in September 2024.​

Coaching Information: At Wimbledon, I coach the Men’s 4s and the U16 Boys, lead a number of age groups in our indoor programme, and run the U8 section. In my first season here at Wimbledon I coached pretty much every junior age group at some point! Beyond the club, I work with Quick Start Hockey on an outreach programme that brings free hockey PE lessons and after-school clubs to Merton schools that wouldn’t normally have access to the sport.​

Fun Facts: I’m developing my own hockey stick brand, Vapor, which began as a creative passion project.

Playing Information: I have represented England  from U16 to U21 and I’ve played in Australia, Spain and Belgium. ​

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Coaching Information: I have coached internationally in every country where I’ve played and have worked in several schools across Cambridge. I’m now based at St Benedict’s School.

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Fun Facts: I have 6 older brothers. Do you have any hidden talent? Not golf

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Playing information: I started playing hockey when I was 11 years old at school, and have played for Epsom and Wimbledon.

Coaching Information: I have coached with the Epsom HC junior section with a wide range of junior age groups from U6 through to the talent pathway for teenagers, and now am coaching at Wimbledon as the lead coach of the girls U9 section. 

Fun Facts: I enjoy playing cricket, and I’m also passionate about travelling. I studied Modern Languages at the University and speak French fluently. 

My hidden talent is being able to do complex multiplications and divisions in my head — not the most useful skill these days, now that everyone has a calculator! 

Playing Information: While I don’t play regularly at the moment, I recently graduated from the University of Birmingham, where I played in both BUCS and League teams. Whenever I get the chance, I love getting back out on the pitch as a forward for Wimbledon Women’s 3s.

Coaching Information: I began coaching whilst still at school myself, progressing to coaching juniors at my home club and girls County age group squads.  I have worked with ages U5’s up to U16’s. I have also managed two Premier league teams, gaining valuable insight into the game at a high-performance level, that I try to incorporate into my coaching.

Fun Facts: On my days off, I enjoy watching all kinds of sport on TV and making my way through a growing bucket list of live sporting events.

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Playing Information: I started taking hockey seriously at Stamford school in Lincolnshire where I played for my first club, Peterborough. I then moved to Cambridge HC where I played for the senior 1st XI when I was 15. I have been fortunate to play junior level International Hockey at two European competitions for both U18 & U21 age groups. ​

Coaching Information: I have coached all over the place from the age of about 16, mostly for ClassHockey's summer camps in Cambridge, but I also was an assistant coach at my school the year after I left. I have an FIH Level 1 qualification and specialise in 1-2-1 coaching sessions. ​

Fun Facts: I started playing hockey when I was 11 at Royston Hockey Club. 
Outside of Hockey I enjoy being creative, I studied Graphic Design at university and if anyone needs a Pet drawn I do take commissions (great for christmas presents) https://www.instagram.com/eh_petportraits.
On a day off I enjoy drawing, making fonts, getting out and about climbing but most of all I enjoy doing a whole lot of nothing :)

Playing Information: I am new to Wimbledon HC this year and have joined the Women's 1st team. I am a Senior GB and England International and have played in the Premier League for the past 9 years; with both East Grinstead and University of Birmingham. I also played in the Premier League in Melbourne, Australia for two years after finishing university.

Coaching Information: I have experience coaching all age groups for the past 10 years, both in England and Australia. I have been a hockey specialist coach at both Cranleigh Prep School and Worth School. I worked with the women's 5s team whilst at university and was head coach for both the U16s and U12s girls at Hawthorn Hockey Club in Melbourne, Australia. 

Fun Facts: I absolutely love music and the arts and studied Drama at university. 

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  Playing Information: I started my hockey career at Whitgift school and won 7 national titles. During my junior career I represented England U18s and GB EDP. I was at Durham university from 2020-2023 and now a part of the Wimbledon 1s squad.

Coaching Experience: I have a level 1 coaching qualification and I am also a coach at Whitgift School. I am currently lead coach for the Wimbledon U14s and coach Wimbledon Talent Academy.​

  Fun Facts: ​I started playing hockey aged 13. 

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Playing Information: I am currently playing for Wimbledon Men’s First XI as well as the Great Britain Elite Development Programme. 

Coaching Experience: I also work part time at Dane’s Hill school. My most enjoyable coaching experience so far was reaching the national final with the boys U12s last year. 

Fun Facts: ​I support Brighton and Hove Albion football club and enjoy going to watch them play when I have a free weekend. If I could switch lives with anyone It would have to be Euan Gilmore so I wouldn’t have to complete a full days work again. 

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Playing Information: I joined Wimbledon in 2021 after leaving University. Pending injuries, I currently play for the Men's 1st XI at the club. Prior to joining Wimbledon, I have played in multiple clubs throughout the UK, since I started at the age of 5. In addition to club hockey, I am a current Scotland Senior International. I have been lucky enough to represent Team Scotland at the Commonwealth Games and play in multiple European Championships.

Coaching Experience: I have coached all age groups at Wimbledon during my time at the club. My current focus is assisting the Ladies 2nd XI in Division 1 South, leading GU14's and running the Girl's Talent Academy,

Fun Facts: ​I started playing hockey at age 5. In my free time in enjoy Golf, Cycling & Cooking.

Playing Information: I began playing hockey when I was 14, starting out as a goalkeeper for my school team before moving outfield, a switch that’s defined the rest of my playing career. I’ve represented a number of clubs across the UK, including Univeristy of Leeds 3s, Adel 2s, Portsmouth & Southsea 1s, and Camberley & Farnborough 1s. I currently play attacking mid for WHC’s Womens 3s and continue to enjoy developing my game.

Coaching Information: This is my first year in coaching, as I work towards my Level 1 qualification. I’ve gained valuable experience supporting other senior teams and am now putting my skills into practice as I lead  GU13/14 Lightnings at Wimbledon. I love the opportunity to support the next generation of players build confidence and grow on their hockey journey.

Fun facts: This year, I began my goal of completing all 7 (soon to be 9) marathon majors by running the London marathon, and spent 12 days trekking to Everest base camp in Nepal.​​

Playing Information: Former Great Britain and England International, playing my 9th season for the Wimbledon 1st team. 

Coaching Experience: I have coached Wimbledon juniors for the 9 years that I have played at the club. My greatest achievement has to be watching from afar the 10 year olds that I first ever coached, getting better and better over the years, and some of them now being junior internationals! 

Fun Facts: ​ On my off days, you will normally find me running along the river to find a coffee and a croissant!

 

My motto in life is work hard, play harder! 

Playing Information: Having played in South Africa all my life, I have represented my province (Kwa-Zulu Natal) from the age of 14 all the way to senior level. Competing in Nationals every year in both indoor and outdoor hockey. During my career I have played 13 years of premier league hockey, winning 5 indoor titles and 2 Outdoor titles. 

Coaching information: My main highlights of my coaching experience includes winning the National Indoor Title with both the U16 and U14 Girls, and a Bronze medal with the U16 Boys in the Outdoor Nationals and Gold with the U16 Girls. I had the privilege of assisting the South African U18 Girls during an international series against Australia. Since moving to England, I’ve coached the U16 Boys to a Bronze medal in the Indoor Nationals and guided the U14 Boys to Silver medals in both the EH Cup and Nationals.

Best piece of advice when playing: “You are only as good as the last thing you do on the ball.” - Brendon Carolan.

Playing Information:  I am currently a forward at Purley Walcountians HC, where I have played since I was 10. Previous Durham University and Whitgift school player.

Coaching Information: I have coached at Wimbledon since 2021/2022 and currently have the pleasure of leading the boys U16 Thunder. I am a lead coach at Purley Walcountians HC and coached at University. 

Fun facts: I've hit 7 180s in darts. In my spare time I enjoy cricket, golf, paddle and travelling. Best advice I've received- Recognise what you can and cannot control. 

Playing Information: I play for Wimbledon Mens 2/3s at the club. I’ve played provincial level back home in SA. I am a defender by choice but a striker at heart. 

Coaching Information: I am a South African national and I have been coaching for over 10 years now. This will be my 5th season at Wimbledon. Best hockey club in the world! 

Fun facts: I’ve started playing hockey at the age of 10. My hobbies include: Reading, gym and listening to music and photography. I like to watch series on my days off and braai! (South African version of a BBQ).

My hidden talent is that I can juggle 3 hockey balls but I can’t multi-task which is ironic. I would switch lives with Euan Gilmour so I can know how it feels like to score such amazing goals every weekend. But on a more serious note I would switch lives with Siya Kolisi so I know how it feels like to lift 2 rugby world cups.

Playing Information: From school level I Played and Captained Zimbabwe U18 team, after that I travelled and did a year in Ireland were played in the Ireland Premier league for Glenanne HC.  After a year out in Dublin, I move to London where I joined Wimbledon Hockey which I have been for  9 years now mostly in the 2s and 1st team performance squads  

Coaching Information: Have been assistant coach for the Men’s 2nd team in the national league. ​

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My hobbies outside of hockey, are mostly other sports such as tennis, golf and cricket. I also have a love for nature, so when I’m back home I spend a lot of time in the bush and on the lakes with family and friends. 

Best piece of advice I have received - Never be afraid to fail or make mistakes, because learning from the failures and mistakes makes you even better. ​

Playing Information: Wimbledon Goalkeeper and Keeping coach for Junior section. 

Coaching Information: I have coached for a number of years across three different clubs.

Fun Facts:  I started playing hockey after watching the Winter Olympics wanting to be an ice hockey keeper and was told field hockey was the same, still living with that lie years later. Outside of hockey, playing cricket or watching any sport. 

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