Commonly asked Questions

Below is a list of the most commonly asked questions asked by new players and parents.  To read the answers just click open next to the appropriate question.
What size should my childs hockey stick be? [Click to view | Close]

The hockey stick should be as high as the players belly button.

Once they reach year 7/8, if they are tall, this does not apply - they should probably be using a 36" stick. 


Do we play in the rain? [Click to view | Close]

Yes, we play regardless of the weather conditions.


What day and time do the teams practise? [Click to view | Close]

Locations:

Year 1-2 practice at the Ben Lomond Indoor Cricket Centre on Thursday days 4-5pm

Year 3-4 practice at Pakuranga College or Sommerville Intermediate school between 4-6pm

Year 5-8 practice at Lloyd Elsmore Hockey Stadium or Pakurange College Monday or Thursday nights between 5-7pm

Day and time of practice will be confirmed once the teams/coaches have been choosen. 


Where and what time are games played in the weekend [Click to view | Close]

Games are played on turfs within the Auckland area  - the old Auckalnd City, Manukau City and Waitakere City areas only.

Games are played on Saturday mornings for all Junior hockey and start between 8am and 12pm.  Below is an indication of game times, but these times are yet to be confirmed by Auckalnd Hockey.

Guide: 11 aside (intermediates) 8am - 10.30

            8 a side (year 5-6) 10.30 - 12

             6 a side (year 3-4) 10.30 - 12

             Minis (year 0-2) - midday

  

 


Can I use Internet Banking to pay the fees? [Click to view | Close]

Yes, that would be great! Put the player name as a reference, please.

The bank account is: ASB Bank 12-3089-0098174-00.


When is the first game/season begin? [Click to view | Close]

The first game of the 2011 season is 7 May.


When will the season end? [Click to view | Close]

The last game will be the last weekend of term 3.


I have missed registration - what do I do? [Click to view | Close]

Email us and we will try our best to fit you into any teams that have room for additional players.

If there are no spaces available we will put you on a waiting list.


When is the winter season registration period? [Click to view | Close]

Registrations for the 2012 winter season are now on-line and will close on 26 February 2012.  Registration information is posted on this website and can be accessed via the "Documents" button.


What are the fees for 2012? [Click to view | Close]

This year's fees are:

School Year 7-8   $175

School Year 5-6   $155

School Year 3-4   $120

School Year 1-2   $90


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