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The South Central area was alive with fast-paced indoor action today as Indoor Hockey UK hosted the Under 18 Boys South Central Area Sixes, delivering a thrilling day of high-scoring fixtures and standout individual performances. Across three matches, the competing clubs showcased impressive skill, resilience, and attacking flair—but it was Trojans who rose above the rest to claim the top spot and secure their place at the England Hockey U18 National Finals. The day opened with an explosive encounter between Trojans and Marlow, setting the tempo for the competition. Trojans’ sharp finishing saw them pull ahead, but Marlow stayed in the contest with determined counterattacks. Despite the pressure, Trojans maintained control and closed out an entertaining 8–5 victory, giving them early momentum. Marlow returned to the court in the second match, this time against Winchester.. The attacking rotations clicked into gear, and they capitalised to secure a 7–4 win. Winchester battled hard and produced spells of strong possession but ultimately couldn’t overturn Marlow’s lead. The final fixture pitted Winchester against Trojans, with the latter knowing that a win would secure the overall title. Trojans wasted no time stamping their authority on the match. Swift breakaways and confident finishing turned pressure into goals. A dominant display saw Trojans claim a 10–2 victory, sealing their unbeaten run and confirming them as South Central Area Sixes champions. While the boys’ competition delivered an exciting showcase, the Under 18 Girls South Central event unfortunately could not proceed as scheduled. With only one team - Reading U18 Girls - entered, the event was unable to run. As a result, Reading will progress automatically as the South Central representative to the England Hockey U18 National Finals, taking place on Sunday 25 January. Both Trojans U18 Boys and Reading U18 Girls will now go forward to the National Finals, where they will compete against the country’s strongest indoor sides. After today’s performances and outcomes, the South Central Area will be well represented as the teams aim for national success.

Indoor Hockey UK is delighted to announce a new partnership with South Central Hockey, which will see IHUK organise and deliver the South Central indoor hockey clubs programme effective immediately. The collaboration marks an exciting step forward in strengthening and streamlining the delivery of indoor hockey. South Central Hockey becomes the second governing area in England to join IHUK, following in the footsteps of East Hockey. Under the new structure, Indoor Hockey UK will take responsibility for administering fixtures, venues, results, and competition logistics for South Central’s club competitions. South Central Hockey will continue to work closely with IHUK to support participating clubs and promote the growth of the indoor game across the area. Details for this seasons competitions are below.

The East Area is set for an indoor action bonanza this December as the annual East Indoor Hockey Competitions make their return - featuring both the Men’s and Women’s events. The tournaments will bring together the areas top clubs in the fast-paced six-a-side indoor format and mark a key fixture in the winter hockey calendar.

The highly anticipated 2025 Indoor Hockey UK Championships have officially been announced, with top clubs and elite players from across the United Kingdom set to converge at the David Ross Sports Village in Nottingham from 27 to 30 December. Four action-packed days. The best indoor hockey teams in the UK. One incredible venue. It’s going to be fast, fierce, and full of festive energy as the top clubs from across the country battle it out for indoor glory.

Registration to umpire, officiate or volunteer at the 2025 London Grand Slam is now OPEN! There has been great interest in this event since the announcement, and with a high number of teams entered, we're on the lookout for a great team of people to help deliver the event. Whether you've been to our events before or new to the indoor hockey scene, sign up and get involved. We're one of the only events in England where you can complete initial indoor hockey umpire training, and be assessed for Level 1 and Level 2 awards! To sign up for the event, complete the form below. As this event is split between 2 weekends, we will be looking to appoint one team of people to the first Sunday and a team of people to the second weekend. Appointments for the event will be published by Friday 19 September 2025 and will be available to view by clicking here Please note, as the first day is a standalone activity, overnight accommodation is not automatically provided. If you require a hotel, the night before, please let us know when completing the form. For the second weekend, accommodation will be arranged for the Friday and Saturday nights.

The World’s best master’s indoor hockey players are coming back to the UK, as World Masters Hockey ( WMH ) proudly announces that Indoor Hockey UK (IHUK) will host the 2026 Masters Indoor Hockey World Cup, once again at the David Ross Sports Village, University of Nottingham from 26 March 2026 to 31 March 2026 ! After the roaring success of the 2024 edition, Nottingham will once again transform into the epicentre of international masters indoor hockey. The second-time host city is ready to raise the bar even higher with more teams, more action and even more unforgettable moments. Confirming the hosts for this event, Ishbel Dickens, Chair of the WMH Events Committee, says “WMH is thrilled to be working with IHUK once again. We anticipate even more team entries in 2026. We have expanded the length of the Event and added Over 65 women’s and men’s teams. WMH looks forward to another highly organised and exciting Indoor World Cup. We hope to see you there.” “After the phenomenal atmosphere in Nottingham in 2024 it is fantastic to see WMH once again trust IHUK to bring a bigger and more exuberant event to players, officials and fans alike” says William Davey, Operations Director at Indoor Hockey UK. “David Ross Sports Village is the perfect stage for this global showcase of skill, camaraderie and lifelong love for the indoor game.” From Over 35’s to Over 65’s, 98 men’s and women’s teams from across the globe will compete for world titles in what promises to be a thrilling celebration of elite-level indoor hockey. Expect lightning-fast action, heart-stopping goals, and fierce international rivalries—all in the spirit of sportsmanship and community. As one of the UK’s leading sporting universities, University of Nottingham provides a top-tier venue that impressed in 2024. With cutting-edge facilities, great transport links, and a thriving hockey community, Nottingham is a city that knows how to host, loves the indoor game and is ready to deliver an even bigger and better tournament in 2026. Upon hearing of the event returning to Nottingham, Christine Bailey, Assistant Director of Sport at University of Nottingham said “We’re thrilled to welcome this incredible event back to David Ross Sports Village and University of Nottingham Campus. The 2026 World Masters Hockey Indoor World Cup is set to be bigger than ever-before, with more teams participating than in previous editions of the competition. Hosting major events like this is not only a point of pride for Nottingham but also brings real benefits to our local community - from boosting local businesses to inspiring others to take part in physical activity and sport. We are looking forward to welcoming teams from across the world back to the city and our campus soon.” Full schedules, ticketing details and team announcements will follow in the coming months. For all updates, please visit the WMH website ( https://worldmastershockey.org ) , or the official event website: https://masters.indoorhockey.world

Work is well underway for the launch of our brand new action packed London Grand Slam! This event will bring together teams from across the UK, showcasing fierce rivalries and providing a great opportunity for teams to prepare for the official national hockey season. There has been great interest in this event since the announcement, and we're expecting demands on entries to be high, so make sure you don't miss out on the excitement and join us for our brand new grand slam in October!

Indoor Hockey UK is set to launch a new event in the indoor hockey calendar - the London Grand Slam - scheduled to take place at the K2 Arena in Crawley. This exciting addition aims to bring together teams from across the UK for 2 days of high-intensity competition

Registration to umpire, officiate or volunteer at the 2025 Derby Grand Slam is now open! As always we're on the look out for great people to join our event team. Whether you've been to our events before or new to the indoor hockey scene, sign up and get involved. We're one of the only events in England where you can complete initial indoor hockey umpire training, and be assessed for Level 1 and Level 2 awards! To sign up for the event, complete the form below. Ideally, we'll be looking for a team to cover all 3 days, but appreciate this may not work for everyone. Appointments for the event will be published by Wednesday 30 April 2025, and will be available to view by clicking here .

Get ready for an action-packed weekend as teams from across the UK go head to head in the highly anticipated 2025 Derby Grand Slam! This exciting event brings together the best of indoor hockey, showcasing fierce rivalries, incredible skills and non-stop action on the court. Whether you're a die-hard fan or only just starting out in the sport, this is the perfect opportunity to take part and experience the thrill of indoor hockey at one of the finest venues on offer. Don't miss out on the excitement - join us for a grand slam of unforgettable moments!

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