Hockey

​​​​​​Hockey Teams

Our teams compete in a weekly competition administered by the Tauranga Hockey Association (THA).

Games are predominantly played at the Tauranga Hockey Association (THA). Where required, matches may also be scheduled at Tauranga Boys’ College (TBC).

Secondary School (Years 9–13)

1st XI Girls:

Coach:  Abby Furmage 

• Training:  
  • Monday's at TBC 6:15-8:00pm
    (6:30-7:00pm in the Gym and 7:00-8:00pm on the turf) and
  • Thursday's at THA 5:00-6:00pm

In 2025, the 1st XI Girls claimed the Championship 1 title. Following this success, we have been promoted to the Secondary Premier League (SPL) for the upcoming season.  Please note the change in game day. 

SPL Tauranga competition and season dates: (Part 1 of Season)

• Games:  Wednesday's.
• Season dates: 29 April (week 2) to 24 June (9 weeks).

SPL Midlands competition and season dates: (Part 2 of Season)

• Games:  Wednesday's.
• Season dates: 1 July to 26 August (7 weeks) - 16 weeks total.
• Location:  THA, TBC, and Hamilton

1st XI Boys:

Coach:  Gene Coates-Reid

Championship 1 competition and season dates:

• Games:  Tuesday's
• Season dates: 5 May (week 3) to 25 August (15 weeks)
• Training:  Wednesday's 5:00-6:30pm at TBC​​​​​​​

Intermediate (Years 7–8)

Kwik Sticks (Girls/Boys/Mixed): 

Coaches:  Gene Coates-Reid (Navy/AIMS), Andrew Miers (White), and Dale Benic (Teal)

• Games:  Friday's
• Season dates: 1 May (Week 2) to 28 August (15 weeks).
• Training: Sunday's 1:30–2:30pm at TBC

Primary School

Kiwi Sticks (Year 05-06 Girls/Boys/Mixed):

Coaches: Ian Ashworth (Chargers) and Lewis & Sam Hudson (Blazers)

• Games:  Saturday mornings
• Season dates: 9 May (End of Week 3) to 29 August (14 weeks)
  No games 30 May (Kings Birthday). Games will be played on 27 June &
  4 July.
• Training:  Lunchtime at ACG - Tuesday (Chargers) and Wednesday (Blazers)

Mini Sticks (Year 03-04 Girls/Boys/Mixed):

Coaches: Carl Huppman and AJ White (Rockets and Jets) and Georgie Hone (Jets - Game Day Coach)

• Games:  Saturday mornings
• Season dates: 9 May (End of Week 3) to 29 August (14 weeks)
  No games 30 May (Kings Birthday). Games will be played on 27 June &
  ​​​​​​​4 July.
• Training: Lunchtime at ACG - Friday (both teams)

Funsticks (Year 01-02 Mixed): 

For full programme details and to register directly with Tauranga Hockey, please CLICK HERE​​​​​​​

Once registered, please email a copy of your confirmation to   taurangasport@acgedu.com  so we can update our records.

Registration Form:

Please ensure you have read all information on this page and the registration info page before completing the registration form below.

Please note that games are played on the following dates:

• King's Birthday Weekend - (Year 7-8 and Secondary) 
• Term 2 holidays Week 1 w/c 29 June (All Years) and 4 July (Primary)

If you are planning a holiday, please inform the team manager/coach as early as possible. ​​​​​​​

2026 Sports Teams Key Dates:

Pre-season:

Trials:

Tournaments:

New Zealand Secondary Schools Tournament Week takes place annually and in 2026 will be from ​​​Monday 31 August (departing Sunday 30 August) to Friday 4 September.

If a student intends to trial or play for a 1st XI team, or is involved in multiple 1st XI sports (e.g., Football and Hockey), they must indicate on the registration form which tournament they intend to attend. This ensures placement and selections can be managed appropriately for both teams.

2026 Team Fees:

• Secondary 1st XI Girls: $660 (includes transport to Hamilton for the Midlands Competition)
• Secondary 1st XI Boys: $565
• Year 07/08 - Navy: $530
• Year 07/08 - White and Teal: $403
• Year 05/06: $210
• Year 03/04: $140​​​​

Fees include: THA team entry costs (subscriptions, turf renewal levy, game turf fees and umpire levy), training turf hire, coaching, umpiring, first aid supplies, uniform provision, and equipment upkeep.

Additional Costs: New Zealand Secondary Schools Tournament Week and AIMS Games tournament participation is charged separately. Sponsorship and/or parent-led fundraising opportunities may be available.

Team Uniforms:

• Y 03-13: Sports uniform and socks provided.
• Y 01-02: PE uniform to be worn. Navy socks must be purchased/worn.
• Students must supply their own hockey stick, shin guards, mouth guard, and sports shoes.​​​​​​​

​​​​​​Hockey Club

Coach:  Gene Coates-Reid

Available to / Day and Location:

Term 1 (8-week programme - Week 3 to Week 10)

• Year 3-6:  Tuesday Lunchtime on the turf. Starting Week 3, 10 February.
  • NB: Dependent on numbers, may need to split into Y3-4 and Y5-6 on separate days
• Year 7-8:  Thursday Lunchtime on the turf. Starting Week 3, 12 February.

What to wear:

• Students must change into their PE gear (promptly) and wear appropriate sports shoes and socks. 
• Students will also need a mouthguard and shin guards.
• Hockey sticks and balls can be provided.

Fees:​​​​​​​ $80 per student

This fee will be charged to your school account.