Notts Sport Supports England Hockey School Championships
Notts Sport was proud to once again sponsor the England Hockey School Championships, continuing its long-standing support of one of the most important competitions in the schools’ hockey calendar.
Running across several months, the Championships see schools from across the country compete through regional and knockout stages, culminating in a series of national finals held at venues including the Lee Valley Hockey and Tennis Centre. The competition provides a structured and aspirational pathway for young players, while maintaining a strong focus on participation and development.
Across both the boys’ and girls’ competitions, the standard of play throughout the finals stages was consistently high. Players demonstrated excellent technical ability, teamwork and composure, reflecting the quality of coaching and commitment within school hockey programmes nationwide.
In the boys’ competition, Whitgift School secured a notable triple, winning the U14 Cup, U16 Cup and U18 Cup. The girls’ competition delivered equally strong performances with Surbiton High winning the U14 Cup and the U16 and U18 Plate.
Alongside the Cup competitions, Plate, Shield, Trophy and Vase events ensured broad participation, giving players of all levels the opportunity to compete in a national finals environment. This structure is central to the continued growth and accessibility of the game.
For many participants, the Championships represent an important step in their development, offering valuable experience in a high-pressured setting and supporting progression within the sport.
Congratulations to all teams, whose teamwork and determination were a credit to their schools.
Mark Wood, Head of Marketing at Notts Sport, said: “We’re incredibly proud to continue our support of the England Hockey School Championships. Grassroots sport is at the heart of everything we do, and ensuring hockey continues to thrive at school level is essential for the future of the game.
The standard on display at these finals is always exceptional, not just in terms of talent, but the passion and commitment shown by every player. It’s a privilege for Notts Sport to help create these opportunities and support the next generation of hockey talent.”
Notts Sport’s ongoing partnership with England Hockey reflects its commitment to supporting grassroots sport and investing in the future of hockey. Through the design and installation of high-quality hockey surfaces, Notts Sport continues to play a role in creating environments where players can develop and perform at their best.
To find out more about Notts Sport’s hockey surfacing solutions and how we support facilities at all levels of the game, visit our hockey page.
