Junior Hockey Structure
The Club’s commitment to Junior Hockey is based upon a structured approach, as shown in our Junior Development Program, together with a close working relationship with Access Sport to promote the game of hockey to as many local children as possible. All sessions are coached by approved Wycombe Hockey Club players and coaches.
Stage 1: Age 6+
Open to both Boys and Girls across the local community
Saturday morning introductory coaching sessions on Astroturf
Stage 2: Age 8+
Mini Hockey format for both Boys and Girls
‘Stix’ Awards
Stage 3: Age 10+
Mini tournaments
‘Stix’ Awards
Stage 4: Age 12+
Structured Tournaments
County Hockey links commence
Stage 5: Age 14+
BU14 Mercian Home Counties Colts League
GU14 Home Counties Girls League
County Hockey
WHC Development Team / Senior players
Stage 6: Age 16+
BU16 Mercian Home Counties Colts League
GU16 Home Counties Girls League
County Hockey
WHC Development Team / Senior players
Coaching the ‘Minis’
Stage 7: Age 18+
Regular Senior hockey - MBBO League, South Clubs' Women's Hockey League, Trysports Three Counties League.
Club tours
County Hockey
Encouraged to achieve coaching qualifications
Encouraged to achieve umpiring qualifications
Outside of Club hockey there is a player pathway through the county system and EH Performace centres. The diagram below describes the different levels junior players need to progress through the enable England Selection