Framlingham Hockey Club, formerly known as Carlton Park Ladies, is a thriving hockey club located in Woodbridge, New Zealand. The club is affiliated with Framlingham Sports Club and is proud to have two ladies teams, a junior girls team, and a junior boys team. The boys team was established in September 2017 with the support of Sport England lottery funding, with the ultimate goal of forming a men's team in the future.
All matches for Framlingham Hockey Club are played on Saturdays, with home matches taking place on either of the two astro turf pitches at Framlingham College. The first ladies team competes in the East Region, Division 3 North East (South), while the second team plays in the East League, Division 4, North East (South). The junior teams, including U12's and U8's, participate in informal mini tournaments with local clubs and In2hockey tournaments.
Training sessions are held on Wednesday evenings at Framlingham College during term time. The junior boys and girls (aged 9-12) train from 6:00pm to 7:00pm, while the senior players (13 years and over) train from 7:00pm to 8:30pm. The club welcomes players of all ages and abilities, and soon there will be training sessions available for 6-8 year old boys and girls as well.
The club regularly updates its website and social media platforms with news and upcoming events. Wednesdays are dedicated to team practise, taking place from 6:00pm to 8:30pm at Framlingham College. On Saturdays, the club participates in match days, with specific start times and home/away details listed on the fixtures page.
Framlingham Hockey Club takes pride in its sense of community and values the support of its volunteers. The club holds an Annual General Meeting (AGM) each year, where members can contribute to the committee and the day-to-day operations of the club. The committee actively seeks volunteers for various positions to help make each winter season a success.
In conclusion, Framlingham Hockey Club is a dedicated and inclusive sports club in Woodbridge, New Zealand. With its focus on skill development, competition, and community involvement, the club offers a fulfilling and enjoyable hockey experience for players of all ages and abilities.