The clocks have changed and there's a chill in the air, which can only mean one thing. Thats right - its subs deadline time! October 31st marks the deadline for subs for all senior, U16 & U14 players For Seniors, no payment means you will not be selected to play until payment or Direct Debit or has started. For U16's & U14's, no payment means you will not be able to train on Monday nights, or play. Any problems, please speak to your Captain or manager … [Read more...] about Membership Subs Deadline
2016-17 Season – League Week 4 (15-10-16)
Mens 1st's (3) vs. (3) Leeds Adel 1st's The firsts set out well against this weeks opposition, keen to make up for a bumpy fixture the week prior. From the start it was clear this was going to be a hard fought game, made even more tough from the absence of several strong players. The first twenty minutes Slazengers looked the most convincing team in attack, however Adel had several players that looked dangerous going forwards, resulting in them scoring a well worked goal. Slazengers … [Read more...] about 2016-17 Season – League Week 4 (15-10-16)
Face Masks for Club Players
Face masks are increasingly being used in hockey for short corners, to protect all 4 defenders. It was recently decided by the Yorkshire Youth League that it will be mandatory for Under 14 and Under 16 teams to wear face masks to defend short corners. Based on recommendations from England Hockey, Slazenger HC have also arranged face masks for U10 and U12 teams. Further it was agreed by the club that these face masks will also be used by the Mens development team. For senior players, it is … [Read more...] about Face Masks for Club Players
Autumn Half Term Junior Training
Its half term next week for Wakefield District. Given this, it has been decided to take a break for training week. Therefore, there will be no junior training on: 23rd October (Sunday U8's, U10's & U12's) 24th October (Monday U14 & 16's) 30rd October (Sunday U8's, U10's & U12's) Enjoy your holiday and we'll see you all back soon! … [Read more...] about Autumn Half Term Junior Training
2016-17 Season – League Week 3 (08-10-16)
Mens 1st's (2) vs. (4) Thirsk & Malton 1st's This weekend’s long drive North to play the recently aggregated Thirsk & Malton hockey club brought an unceremonious end to a run of form that had brought the Mens 1st team to the top of the league. The firsts were up against it from the start on Saturday with a greatly weakened defence – Adam Drake was suffering from a master strain of man flu, and Philip Midgley was MIA. Adding to this Thirsk & Malton clearly had a game plan to get … [Read more...] about 2016-17 Season – League Week 3 (08-10-16)
