WELCOME TO NORWICH DRAGONS HOCKEY CLUB
Club Day: 04/09/2010
The Norwich Dragons Club Day is to be held on Saturday September 4th 2010 at Hobart High School, Loddon.
1) TIME - Please aim to arive by 11.15am for a prompt 11.30am start. The playing sessions on the pitch will run until approx 3pm, after which there will be an opportunity to pop to the Kings Head for a social drink.
2) FORMAT - The day will consist of a number of half hour sessions on the pitch for the Ladies, Men and for our Young Dragons. This is an opportunity for each of you to play some games and for Team Captains to start to look at players and consider their squads for the coming season.
3) OTHER STUFF -
Cost - we will be charging £5 per person for the full day, to cover costs of pitch hire - this will be collected by your captain. Young Dragons £2.
Please bring a lunch with you to enjoy a picnic and get in the full spirit of the Club Day - why not bring a little extra to share around if possible!!
We will be handing out all important Club Membership forms for completion, along with details of when Annual Subscription payments are due and how you can pay - if you are able to bring cheque books on the day, we will be happy to start collecting your Subs.
Finally don't forget to bring you bags of old clothes etc. for our next Bag for the Future collection - Taff will be bringing her Lorry, so lets make sure we fill it up!!!
Fixtures for 2010-11 posted: 03/08/2010
East League fixtures have been updated onto the Teams page. We are still awaiting times but opposition and home/away are completed (please note all are subject to change!).
Fixtures for the Norfolk League (Ladies 3s) will be posted soon.
Hewett School in the news: 23/07/2010
Read the recent article featured in the Evening News on the progress of the Hewett School since taking 'Trust Status' here
Planning Permission Granted: 01/07/2010
Fantastic news for Norwich Dragons Hockey Club as Norwich City Council granted Planning Permission for two hockey pitches at the Hewett School. Read the full Evening News article here.
A few important dates for your diaries:
15 July - Fitness Training For All starts, 6.30pm - 7.30pm Thursdays until end of August (at Town Close Playing Field just off roundabout at Newmarket & Daniels Road)
3 August - Skills Training (Ladies & Older Young Dragons) starts Tuesdays at Hobart School Loddon (Men's Skills Training TBA)
4 September - Club Day from 12pm (details to be confirmed, will be for Men, Ladies & Young Dragons) at Hobart School
League Seasons Start -
Ladies 1s and 2s = 18 Sept
Ladies 3s = 25 Sept
Men's 1s, 2s & 3s = 25 Sept
Friendlies will be arranged in the weeks leading up to the start of the season and fixtures will be published as soon as available.
UEA Tournament: Results
The annual tournament against UEA was held on Sunday 6th June at UEA. The day certainly was drier than last year; for the first part anyway.
Below are the scores and scorers. Goals galore!
Ladies 1/2s
3-1 win
Nat (2), Gail.
Ladies 2/3s
3-2 loss
Jade (2)
Men's 1/2s
4-3 loss
Damien, Rupert (2)
Men's 2/3s
4-2 loss
Ricky, James
Mixed
2-2 draw (match abandonned due to Thunderstorm!)
Lois (2)
So, we lost the competition and UEA retained the cup and got the cheap bubbly for the second year in a row.
Despite the loss, good fun was had by all.
Thanks to the players and the supporters and the captains for sorting teams and teas.
We'll have them next year...!!
UEA Tournament: Sunday 6th June
We have arranged our 2nd annual tournament against UEA, to be held on Sunday 6th June. The teams on the day will depend on the players available but we are aiming to play a total of 5 matches, two ladies, two mens and a mixed match. Please note the meet time is 12.30pm (at UEA) with games starting shortly afterwards. Teas will be provided after the matches so please do stay around for these.
All this Sunday afternoon entertainment for only £3 per person.
If you are available to play, and haven't done so already, please contact your captain (see below) as soon as possible.
Ladies 1 - Hans Roney
Ladies 2 - Taff
Ladies 3 - Nic Harrison
Mens 1 - Ed Smith
Mens 2 - Simon Nisbet
Mens 3 - George Walker
Under 11s Tournament
The Young Dragon's Season came to an end at the Norwich City Hockey Club Tournament on Sunday 9th May with an Under 11 Boys Team of Marcus, Ollie, Adam, Connor, Stanley & Sam and Goalkeeping support from Fred and Greg of Norwich City HC.
The first game against Pelicans B was a great game for Dragons, which took the coaching team of Mike, H & Butts by complete surprise with some excellent passing, defending and a superb team spirit. Thanks to the defensive teamwork of Marcus and Ollie with Fred in goal, the Pelicans couldn't convert some good attacks into any goals. Marcus did a great job stepping into the tackle and Ollie held superb space in the D to sweep up anything that managed to get through. Dragons had some great possession of their own with Adam, Stanley, Connor and Sam putting together several great passes and stick skills to mount a number of promising attacks. As neither side was able to convert their chances, the final score of 0-0 reflected a well-balanced game and gave the team and Dragons Supporters a real buzz. Man of the Match was a joint award for Marcus, Ollie & Fred.
Unfortunately, with a break of a few games, that momentum was lost in the next match and facing a strong Norwich City A team who finished second in the group, Dragons lost 6-0. Sadly Fred, now playing for his home team (Norwich City A) didn't have much to do, instead Greg (of Norwich City B) played in goal for us and was kept extremely busy! To be fair to Greg and the defence, the goals scored by City were very good and often found the corners. Man of the Match for this game was Connor who managed to break up the City play on several occasions and was superb helping out his defence, as well as getting out wide for free hits.
Without time to re-group and receive words of wisdom from the coaching team, the Dragons had to stay on the pitch for their next game against eventual group winners Watton. By this time the boys had worked very hard and Watton
managed to score 3 goals with no reply from the Dragons. Fred was back in goal and pulled off some great saves, but Watton managed to fill the Dragons D with players. Adam managed to make a superb goal-line clearance and also made a great break through all the Watton players only to be prevented from scoring by the Watton keeper. Man of the Match for this game was Adam.
Dragons finished the Group Games in 4th place on goal difference and so into a playoff with Norwich City B who finished 4th in the other Group. In this match the Dragons worked hard again and kept a clean sheet for much of the game and when the ball was pushed out of defence 'birthday boy' Stanley and Sam managed some good linkup play, however, we still couldn't trouble their keeper and a late goal from Watton sealed their victory. Sam took a nasty knock on the knee but put on a brave face to finish the game. Joint Man of the Match for this game were Sam and Stanley.
Sam was proud to collect the certificate for the Team at the Awards Ceremony at the end of the Tournament.
Overall the team spirit was excellent, everyone was positive towards each other and enjoyed themselves which was great to see, the players also showed their appreciation to Fred and Greg for their excellent help on the day, I think Fred in particular enjoyed all the action he saw in his three games for us and was shouting "Come on Dragons" in the first game!!
Special mention to parents, sisters, cousins and any other family members for cheering the boys on and to the coaching team on the day of Mike, Hazel and Butts. The tournament showed us a few areas to work on during training to finetune our play, however after seeing the way the team performed in the first game, we have high hopes for next season!!
WELL DONE BOYS!!!!!
Awards Night Winners
Ladies 1s - Tash Blyth Ladies 2s - Louise Davis Ladies 3s - Nic Harrison
Mens 1s - Rupert Snelling Mens 2s - Jon Goodson Mens 3s - Nick Franklin
Ladies Most Improved - Tash Blyth Mens Most Improved - Danny Knights.
Club Member of the Year - Mike Hardy
A good night was had by all at our annual Awards Night. Congratulations to those mentioned above and thanks to Laura Hammond for organising the evening. Details of how much has been raised through ticket sales and the raffle will be here soon......
Ladies Summer 7s League
This is once again being organised by Broadland Hockey Club and held at Taverham on Tuesday evenings during the summer months. The Dragons have entered a team and details of our matches are below.
27th April 19.25 and 20.40
4th May 20.40 and 21.30
11th May 19.25 and 21.05
25th May 19.50 and 21.30
15th June 20.40 and 21.30
29th June 21.05 and 21.30
6th July 19.25, 20.15 and 21.05
This is only open to those eligible to play in the Norfolk League. If you are wishing to play please let Becs know with your availability by emailing rdsports@talktalk.net.
Notice of NDHC AGM
The 2010 AGM is to be held at 7.30pm at the Hewett School on Tuesday 11th May.
Items for the agenda should be submitted to the secretary by email (caroline@uv6.com) by the 4th May please. The final agenda and details of which room we will be in will be circulated nearer the time.
Amongst the usual reports and filling of committee positions our President, Mike Hardy, will give an update on the New Pitch project, and the proposed plans will be on view. The latest figures on our fund raising efforts will also be announced.
We hope to see you all there!
Mixed Summer League
This is happening once again, at Loddon, on Tuesday and Wednesday evenings. First game is likely to be May 11th. Anyone interested should contact Tash on 07725 230886.
UEA Tournament Date Set
The UEA tournament will be on June 6th 2010.
The format will be like last year...
Men and Ladies 1s/2s
Men and Ladies 2s/3s
A mixed game as a decider.
More nearer the time!
NDHC Men's 1s are Champions!
Norwich Dragons Mens 1st team repeated the feat achieved by the club's ladies first team two weeks earlier by winning their last league game and there-by their league.
Norwich travelled to Ipswich knowing that a win would seal the league title for them, promotion to Division 2N being secured a few weeks previously. Dragons dominated the game, scoring early, restricting Ipswich to little attacking play and reaching a comfortable 0-4 score at halftime. In the second half Dragons turned on the pressure, scoring a further 10 goals, though conceeding a late penalty corner to Ipswich to make the score 1-14 in Dragons favour. Scorers were Bunting (4), Snelling (4), Bell (3), Gould, Knights and Wagstaff.
The 2009-2010 season has been a season of hard work on and off the pitch for Norwich Dragons and the club has sought to build for the future, following its creation through merger of the Norwich Union mens and ladies clubs after the closure of Pinebanks. Off the pitch the club has started and grown it's junior section and gained ClubsFirst accreditation from England Hockey showing it is working towards as safe, effective and child friendly hockey environment. The club has also held many fund raising events as it seeks to raise funds for a new pitch that is to be built on the Hewitt school site. On the pitch both mens and ladies 1st teams have won their leagues. The club would like to thank the many people who have helped out over the season as well as those who have umpired and coached for them.
A Tribute
Norwich Dragons Hockey Club are deeply saddened to learn of the untimely passing of one of their club members, Becky Thorpe.
Becky joined the Dragons earlier this season, following the disbandment of her previous club, Denver. She played for the Club as regularly as she could. She always played with great enthusiasm and with an undoubted passion for the game she loved, and which she naturally excelled in.
She will be sadly missed by all at Norwich Dragons and Denver Hockey Clubs, as well as all in the wider Hockey community.
Our most sincere thoughts go out to her family and friends at this difficult time.
NDHC Ladies 1s win league
Norwich Dragons beat North Walsham 3.1 and became league champions. Well done all!!
Young Dragons Match Results
The Adult teams may be coming to the end of their seasons but the Tournaments continue for our younger players. Read all about their recent efforts below.....
Watton Tournament: 07/03/2010
County Tournament: 21/03/2010
NDHC Annual Awards Night: 23rd April 2010
Important Date for your Diaries:
NORWICH DRAGONS HOCKEY CLUB AWARDS NIGHT - FRIDAY 23RD APRIL @ 7.30PM - HOG IN ARMOUR
NB - This is St George's Day so any St George / Dragons themes would be welcome!!!
By request, this year's Awards Night will be a more informal Buffet event at the Hog In Armour (City Centre), where we will have the room upstairs, with a Disco, Buffet and a Raffle for Club Funds.
> TICKETS will be available from your Captains - Price £10 (including Buffet)
> DRESS CODE - Smart Casual
> TIMING - 7.30 - 12am
> RAFFLE - Please all bring along a prize so we can run a raffle for the all important Club Funds
As is customary at our Annual Dinners, we congratulate those members of the club whom we think have played the hardest, improved the most and contributed the greatest towards the life of the Norwich Dragons HC. It's now up to you to vote for your favourite members to be awarded trophies at this years dinner on the 23rd of April. Please could you all submit names for the following: 1) Team player of the year (please vote for a person from the team that you have represented most often during the season) 2) Most improved player (there is one award each for the most improved lady and most improved man) 3) Club person of the year (any member of the NDHC whom you think is deserving) Please send your votes to caroline@uv6.com no later than 20th April.
Promotion secured for the Ladies 1s
Congratulations to our Ladies 1st XI who clinched promotion with a 3-0 victory last Saturday, 13th March, away against Yarmouth. I know we're all hoping results in the last 2 games mean they can finish in style as champions.
Promotion secured for the Mens 1s
Congratulations to our Mens 1st XI who clinched promotion with a 5-1 victory last Saturday, 6th March. The convincing victory took Dragons past the 100-goal mark for the season and with title rivals Harleston Magpies III losing, they now stand two points behind the leaders with a game in hand. EDP article.
EDP Rising Stars Article
Keep you eyes peeled for a piece in the EDP's Rising Stars, not that Hazel and Mike (recently joined by John Butler) are the Rising Stars, but the children they are coaching could be!
Dragon's School Hockey Sessions Roaring Success
Norwich Dragons Hockey Club members Mike Banham and Hazel Medler provided hockey coaching sessions for over 100 Norwich school children last term and aim to continue through the remainder of this school year. Using England Hockey's 'Quicksticks' hockey sets supplied by the Norwich School Sport Partnership, children in Year 5 at Cavell and Lakenham Primary Schools have already benefited from the free sessions, with Bignold Primary being added to the programme this term.
The coaches and teachers, as well as the children, enjoy the sessions which provide the youngsters with an opportunity to experience hockey, in many cases, for the first time. After the 8 week programme at the school the children have the option to continue receiving coaching through the Young Dragons sessions at Lionwood School, run by other volunteers from Norwich Dragons Hockey Club. It is also hoped that the experience gained by the teachers will enable them to continue to offer hockey as a sporting option for the youngsters at school.
Commenting on the Programme, Mike Hardy, President of Norwich Dragons Hockey Club said, "The work that Mike and Hazel are doing is a superb example of the enthusiasm the Club has for growing the Olympic sport of hockey in the Norwich area. With a new Hockey Centre proposed for the Hewett School site later in 2010, we aim to bring hockey to many more members of the community in the lead up to 2012. Through the work with the schools as well as the Young Dragons sessions we hope several youngsters will be inspired to take up the game and perhaps we will find a future Olympian amongst them!".
Further details of the school sessions are available from Hazel Medler at hazelmedler@btinternet.com or for the Young Dragons coaching sessions contact Natalie Beal at nat_beal@hotmail.com or visit the websitewww.norwichdragonshc.co.uk.
Norwich Dragons Hockey Club achieves ClubsFirst Accreditation 
It is with great pleasure that we can announce on 3rd February 2010, England Hockey confirmed our ClubsFirst accreditation in recognition of the work we are doing to create a safe, effective and child friendly hockey environment. This makes us one of just 6 Clubs in Norfolk and 24 in the East Region that have gained such accreditation and puts us firmly into the spotlight with Sport England and England Hockey. A big thank you to everyone that played their part in making this happen, especially Mike Hardy, without whom none of this would have happened.
The Club's policies, codes of conduct and procedures that support the accreditation can be found on the Club Policies page of the website.
One of the key points to remember is that any concerns or issues relating to safeguarding and protecting young people should be referred immediately to Natalie Beal (Club Welfare Officer), Angela Murgatroyd (Deputy Club Welfare Officer) or Hazel Medler (Club Development Officer), all of whom have been trained to deal with such matters.
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Young Dragons Tournament: 24/01/2010
Three teams were entered into a tournament held at Pelis last Sunday. Read all about the fantastic efforts made by each team by clicking on the links below.
Under 13 Boys
Level 1 coaching opportunity
We have a great opportunity for members to achieve their Level 1 Coaching Award in Norfolk, at Kings Lynn. We may be able to secure some funding to support members wishing to achieve this qualification. Please click here to download more information. If you are interested please contact Mike Hardy by January 29th.
FITF Tour
It's that time of year again when we start thinking about tour. For new readers, this will be the 4th year we plan to go to Fun In The Forest....this time as reigning champions!!! A few details are below but if you're interested, or want to know more, please see Sue at training/matches or email suecullum74@gmail.com.
Where: Old Loughts Hockey Club, Loughton, Essex (just down the M11)
When: 28-31st May (the bank holiday weekend)
What: A hockey tournament with the emphasis definitely on fun (and snakey b)
How much: Initial cost of £60pp
Accommodation: Camping (but hotels are available nearby)
Open to: Anyone! As long as you're not a bloke (sorry chaps!)
Click on this link for further details FITF
or see the photos from previous tours here.
or talk to some of the survivors, including myself, Nat, Izzie, Louise and Heidi, amongst others.
Places for teams are on a first come first served basis so we'll need to get in quick. If you could let Sue know as soon as possible if you're interested that would be much appreciated.
Young Dragons Tournament: 24/01/2010
We are pleased to be taking part in a tournament this Sunday at Kings Lynn. A sign of our ever growing youth section is that we are entering 3 teams, girls and boys u11 and a Boys u13. A report will be posted here following the event. Good luck to you all and have fun !
EASY SEARCH - A step by step guide on how to register
Club Day: 04/09/2010
The Norwich Dragons Club Day is to be held on Saturday September 4th 2010 at Hobart High School, Loddon.
1) TIME - Please aim to arive by 11.15am for a prompt 11.30am start. The playing sessions on the pitch will run until approx 3pm, after which there will be an opportunity to pop to the Kings Head for a social drink.
2) FORMAT - The day will consist of a number of half hour sessions on the pitch for the Ladies, Men and for our Young Dragons. This is an opportunity for each of you to play some games and for Team Captains to start to look at players and consider their squads for the coming season.
3) OTHER STUFF -
Cost - we will be charging £5 per person for the full day, to cover costs of pitch hire - this will be collected by your captain. Young Dragons £2.
Please bring a lunch with you to enjoy a picnic and get in the full spirit of the Club Day - why not bring a little extra to share around if possible!!
We will be handing out all important Club Membership forms for completion, along with details of when Annual Subscription payments are due and how you can pay - if you are able to bring cheque books on the day, we will be happy to start collecting your Subs.
Finally don't forget to bring you bags of old clothes etc. for our next Bag for the Future collection - Taff will be bringing her Lorry, so lets make sure we fill it up!!!
Fixtures for 2010-11 posted: 03/08/2010
East League fixtures have been updated onto the Teams page. We are still awaiting times but opposition and home/away are completed (please note all are subject to change!).
Fixtures for the Norfolk League (Ladies 3s) will be posted soon.
Hewett School in the news: 23/07/2010
Read the recent article featured in the Evening News on the progress of the Hewett School since taking 'Trust Status' here
Planning Permission Granted: 01/07/2010
Fantastic news for Norwich Dragons Hockey Club as Norwich City Council granted Planning Permission for two hockey pitches at the Hewett School. Read the full Evening News article here.
A few important dates for your diaries:
15 July - Fitness Training For All starts, 6.30pm - 7.30pm Thursdays until end of August (at Town Close Playing Field just off roundabout at Newmarket & Daniels Road)
3 August - Skills Training (Ladies & Older Young Dragons) starts Tuesdays at Hobart School Loddon (Men's Skills Training TBA)
4 September - Club Day from 12pm (details to be confirmed, will be for Men, Ladies & Young Dragons) at Hobart School
League Seasons Start -
Ladies 1s and 2s = 18 Sept
Ladies 3s = 25 Sept
Men's 1s, 2s & 3s = 25 Sept
Friendlies will be arranged in the weeks leading up to the start of the season and fixtures will be published as soon as available.
UEA Tournament: Results
The annual tournament against UEA was held on Sunday 6th June at UEA. The day certainly was drier than last year; for the first part anyway.
Below are the scores and scorers. Goals galore!
Ladies 1/2s
3-1 win
Nat (2), Gail.
Ladies 2/3s
3-2 loss
Jade (2)
Men's 1/2s
4-3 loss
Damien, Rupert (2)
Men's 2/3s
4-2 loss
Ricky, James
Mixed
2-2 draw (match abandonned due to Thunderstorm!)
Lois (2)
So, we lost the competition and UEA retained the cup and got the cheap bubbly for the second year in a row.
Despite the loss, good fun was had by all.
Thanks to the players and the supporters and the captains for sorting teams and teas.
We'll have them next year...!!
UEA Tournament: Sunday 6th June
We have arranged our 2nd annual tournament against UEA, to be held on Sunday 6th June. The teams on the day will depend on the players available but we are aiming to play a total of 5 matches, two ladies, two mens and a mixed match. Please note the meet time is 12.30pm (at UEA) with games starting shortly afterwards. Teas will be provided after the matches so please do stay around for these.
All this Sunday afternoon entertainment for only £3 per person.
If you are available to play, and haven't done so already, please contact your captain (see below) as soon as possible.
Ladies 1 - Hans Roney
Ladies 2 - Taff
Ladies 3 - Nic Harrison
Mens 1 - Ed Smith
Mens 2 - Simon Nisbet
Mens 3 - George Walker
Under 11s Tournament
The Young Dragon's Season came to an end at the Norwich City Hockey Club Tournament on Sunday 9th May with an Under 11 Boys Team of Marcus, Ollie, Adam, Connor, Stanley & Sam and Goalkeeping support from Fred and Greg of Norwich City HC.
The first game against Pelicans B was a great game for Dragons, which took the coaching team of Mike, H & Butts by complete surprise with some excellent passing, defending and a superb team spirit. Thanks to the defensive teamwork of Marcus and Ollie with Fred in goal, the Pelicans couldn't convert some good attacks into any goals. Marcus did a great job stepping into the tackle and Ollie held superb space in the D to sweep up anything that managed to get through. Dragons had some great possession of their own with Adam, Stanley, Connor and Sam putting together several great passes and stick skills to mount a number of promising attacks. As neither side was able to convert their chances, the final score of 0-0 reflected a well-balanced game and gave the team and Dragons Supporters a real buzz. Man of the Match was a joint award for Marcus, Ollie & Fred.
Unfortunately, with a break of a few games, that momentum was lost in the next match and facing a strong Norwich City A team who finished second in the group, Dragons lost 6-0. Sadly Fred, now playing for his home team (Norwich City A) didn't have much to do, instead Greg (of Norwich City B) played in goal for us and was kept extremely busy! To be fair to Greg and the defence, the goals scored by City were very good and often found the corners. Man of the Match for this game was Connor who managed to break up the City play on several occasions and was superb helping out his defence, as well as getting out wide for free hits.
Without time to re-group and receive words of wisdom from the coaching team, the Dragons had to stay on the pitch for their next game against eventual group winners Watton. By this time the boys had worked very hard and Watton
managed to score 3 goals with no reply from the Dragons. Fred was back in goal and pulled off some great saves, but Watton managed to fill the Dragons D with players. Adam managed to make a superb goal-line clearance and also made a great break through all the Watton players only to be prevented from scoring by the Watton keeper. Man of the Match for this game was Adam.
Dragons finished the Group Games in 4th place on goal difference and so into a playoff with Norwich City B who finished 4th in the other Group. In this match the Dragons worked hard again and kept a clean sheet for much of the game and when the ball was pushed out of defence 'birthday boy' Stanley and Sam managed some good linkup play, however, we still couldn't trouble their keeper and a late goal from Watton sealed their victory. Sam took a nasty knock on the knee but put on a brave face to finish the game. Joint Man of the Match for this game were Sam and Stanley.
Sam was proud to collect the certificate for the Team at the Awards Ceremony at the end of the Tournament.
Overall the team spirit was excellent, everyone was positive towards each other and enjoyed themselves which was great to see, the players also showed their appreciation to Fred and Greg for their excellent help on the day, I think Fred in particular enjoyed all the action he saw in his three games for us and was shouting "Come on Dragons" in the first game!!
Special mention to parents, sisters, cousins and any other family members for cheering the boys on and to the coaching team on the day of Mike, Hazel and Butts. The tournament showed us a few areas to work on during training to finetune our play, however after seeing the way the team performed in the first game, we have high hopes for next season!!
WELL DONE BOYS!!!!!
Awards Night Winners
Ladies 1s - Tash Blyth Ladies 2s - Louise Davis Ladies 3s - Nic Harrison
Mens 1s - Rupert Snelling Mens 2s - Jon Goodson Mens 3s - Nick Franklin
Ladies Most Improved - Tash Blyth Mens Most Improved - Danny Knights.
Club Member of the Year - Mike Hardy
A good night was had by all at our annual Awards Night. Congratulations to those mentioned above and thanks to Laura Hammond for organising the evening. Details of how much has been raised through ticket sales and the raffle will be here soon......
Ladies Summer 7s League
This is once again being organised by Broadland Hockey Club and held at Taverham on Tuesday evenings during the summer months. The Dragons have entered a team and details of our matches are below.
27th April 19.25 and 20.40
4th May 20.40 and 21.30
11th May 19.25 and 21.05
25th May 19.50 and 21.30
15th June 20.40 and 21.30
29th June 21.05 and 21.30
6th July 19.25, 20.15 and 21.05
This is only open to those eligible to play in the Norfolk League. If you are wishing to play please let Becs know with your availability by emailing rdsports@talktalk.net.
Notice of NDHC AGM
The 2010 AGM is to be held at 7.30pm at the Hewett School on Tuesday 11th May.
Items for the agenda should be submitted to the secretary by email (caroline@uv6.com) by the 4th May please. The final agenda and details of which room we will be in will be circulated nearer the time.
Amongst the usual reports and filling of committee positions our President, Mike Hardy, will give an update on the New Pitch project, and the proposed plans will be on view. The latest figures on our fund raising efforts will also be announced.
We hope to see you all there!
Mixed Summer League
This is happening once again, at Loddon, on Tuesday and Wednesday evenings. First game is likely to be May 11th. Anyone interested should contact Tash on 07725 230886.
UEA Tournament Date Set
The UEA tournament will be on June 6th 2010.
The format will be like last year...
Men and Ladies 1s/2s
Men and Ladies 2s/3s
A mixed game as a decider.
More nearer the time!
NDHC Men's 1s are Champions!
Norwich Dragons Mens 1st team repeated the feat achieved by the club's ladies first team two weeks earlier by winning their last league game and there-by their league.
Norwich travelled to Ipswich knowing that a win would seal the league title for them, promotion to Division 2N being secured a few weeks previously. Dragons dominated the game, scoring early, restricting Ipswich to little attacking play and reaching a comfortable 0-4 score at halftime. In the second half Dragons turned on the pressure, scoring a further 10 goals, though conceeding a late penalty corner to Ipswich to make the score 1-14 in Dragons favour. Scorers were Bunting (4), Snelling (4), Bell (3), Gould, Knights and Wagstaff.
The 2009-2010 season has been a season of hard work on and off the pitch for Norwich Dragons and the club has sought to build for the future, following its creation through merger of the Norwich Union mens and ladies clubs after the closure of Pinebanks. Off the pitch the club has started and grown it's junior section and gained ClubsFirst accreditation from England Hockey showing it is working towards as safe, effective and child friendly hockey environment. The club has also held many fund raising events as it seeks to raise funds for a new pitch that is to be built on the Hewitt school site. On the pitch both mens and ladies 1st teams have won their leagues. The club would like to thank the many people who have helped out over the season as well as those who have umpired and coached for them.
A Tribute
Norwich Dragons Hockey Club are deeply saddened to learn of the untimely passing of one of their club members, Becky Thorpe.
Becky joined the Dragons earlier this season, following the disbandment of her previous club, Denver. She played for the Club as regularly as she could. She always played with great enthusiasm and with an undoubted passion for the game she loved, and which she naturally excelled in.
She will be sadly missed by all at Norwich Dragons and Denver Hockey Clubs, as well as all in the wider Hockey community.
Our most sincere thoughts go out to her family and friends at this difficult time.
NDHC Ladies 1s win league
Norwich Dragons beat North Walsham 3.1 and became league champions. Well done all!!
Young Dragons Match Results
The Adult teams may be coming to the end of their seasons but the Tournaments continue for our younger players. Read all about their recent efforts below.....
Watton Tournament: 07/03/2010
County Tournament: 21/03/2010
NDHC Annual Awards Night: 23rd April 2010
Important Date for your Diaries:
NORWICH DRAGONS HOCKEY CLUB AWARDS NIGHT - FRIDAY 23RD APRIL @ 7.30PM - HOG IN ARMOUR
NB - This is St George's Day so any St George / Dragons themes would be welcome!!!
By request, this year's Awards Night will be a more informal Buffet event at the Hog In Armour (City Centre), where we will have the room upstairs, with a Disco, Buffet and a Raffle for Club Funds.
> TICKETS will be available from your Captains - Price £10 (including Buffet)
> DRESS CODE - Smart Casual
> TIMING - 7.30 - 12am
> RAFFLE - Please all bring along a prize so we can run a raffle for the all important Club Funds
As is customary at our Annual Dinners, we congratulate those members of the club whom we think have played the hardest, improved the most and contributed the greatest towards the life of the Norwich Dragons HC. It's now up to you to vote for your favourite members to be awarded trophies at this years dinner on the 23rd of April. Please could you all submit names for the following: 1) Team player of the year (please vote for a person from the team that you have represented most often during the season) 2) Most improved player (there is one award each for the most improved lady and most improved man) 3) Club person of the year (any member of the NDHC whom you think is deserving) Please send your votes to caroline@uv6.com no later than 20th April.
Promotion secured for the Ladies 1s
Congratulations to our Ladies 1st XI who clinched promotion with a 3-0 victory last Saturday, 13th March, away against Yarmouth. I know we're all hoping results in the last 2 games mean they can finish in style as champions.
Promotion secured for the Mens 1s
Congratulations to our Mens 1st XI who clinched promotion with a 5-1 victory last Saturday, 6th March. The convincing victory took Dragons past the 100-goal mark for the season and with title rivals Harleston Magpies III losing, they now stand two points behind the leaders with a game in hand. EDP article.
EDP Rising Stars Article
Keep you eyes peeled for a piece in the EDP's Rising Stars, not that Hazel and Mike (recently joined by John Butler) are the Rising Stars, but the children they are coaching could be!
Dragon's School Hockey Sessions Roaring Success
Norwich Dragons Hockey Club members Mike Banham and Hazel Medler provided hockey coaching sessions for over 100 Norwich school children last term and aim to continue through the remainder of this school year. Using England Hockey's 'Quicksticks' hockey sets supplied by the Norwich School Sport Partnership, children in Year 5 at Cavell and Lakenham Primary Schools have already benefited from the free sessions, with Bignold Primary being added to the programme this term.
The coaches and teachers, as well as the children, enjoy the sessions which provide the youngsters with an opportunity to experience hockey, in many cases, for the first time. After the 8 week programme at the school the children have the option to continue receiving coaching through the Young Dragons sessions at Lionwood School, run by other volunteers from Norwich Dragons Hockey Club. It is also hoped that the experience gained by the teachers will enable them to continue to offer hockey as a sporting option for the youngsters at school.
Commenting on the Programme, Mike Hardy, President of Norwich Dragons Hockey Club said, "The work that Mike and Hazel are doing is a superb example of the enthusiasm the Club has for growing the Olympic sport of hockey in the Norwich area. With a new Hockey Centre proposed for the Hewett School site later in 2010, we aim to bring hockey to many more members of the community in the lead up to 2012. Through the work with the schools as well as the Young Dragons sessions we hope several youngsters will be inspired to take up the game and perhaps we will find a future Olympian amongst them!".
Further details of the school sessions are available from Hazel Medler at hazelmedler@btinternet.com or for the Young Dragons coaching sessions contact Natalie Beal at nat_beal@hotmail.com or visit the websitewww.norwichdragonshc.co.uk.
Norwich Dragons Hockey Club achieves ClubsFirst Accreditation
It is with great pleasure that we can announce on 3rd February 2010, England Hockey confirmed our ClubsFirst accreditation in recognition of the work we are doing to create a safe, effective and child friendly hockey environment. This makes us one of just 6 Clubs in Norfolk and 24 in the East Region that have gained such accreditation and puts us firmly into the spotlight with Sport England and England Hockey. A big thank you to everyone that played their part in making this happen, especially Mike Hardy, without whom none of this would have happened.
The Club's policies, codes of conduct and procedures that support the accreditation can be found on the Club Policies page of the website.
One of the key points to remember is that any concerns or issues relating to safeguarding and protecting young people should be referred immediately to Natalie Beal (Club Welfare Officer), Angela Murgatroyd (Deputy Club Welfare Officer) or Hazel Medler (Club Development Officer), all of whom have been trained to deal with such matters.
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Young Dragons Tournament: 24/01/2010
Three teams were entered into a tournament held at Pelis last Sunday. Read all about the fantastic efforts made by each team by clicking on the links below.
Under 13 Boys
Level 1 coaching opportunity
We have a great opportunity for members to achieve their Level 1 Coaching Award in Norfolk, at Kings Lynn. We may be able to secure some funding to support members wishing to achieve this qualification. Please click here to download more information. If you are interested please contact Mike Hardy by January 29th.
FITF Tour
It's that time of year again when we start thinking about tour. For new readers, this will be the 4th year we plan to go to Fun In The Forest....this time as reigning champions!!! A few details are below but if you're interested, or want to know more, please see Sue at training/matches or email suecullum74@gmail.com.
Where: Old Loughts Hockey Club, Loughton, Essex (just down the M11)
When: 28-31st May (the bank holiday weekend)
What: A hockey tournament with the emphasis definitely on fun (and snakey b)
How much: Initial cost of £60pp
Accommodation: Camping (but hotels are available nearby)
Open to: Anyone! As long as you're not a bloke (sorry chaps!)
Click on this link for further details FITF
or see the photos from previous tours here.
or talk to some of the survivors, including myself, Nat, Izzie, Louise and Heidi, amongst others.
Places for teams are on a first come first served basis so we'll need to get in quick. If you could let Sue know as soon as possible if you're interested that would be much appreciated.
Young Dragons Tournament: 24/01/2010
We are pleased to be taking part in a tournament this Sunday at Kings Lynn. A sign of our ever growing youth section is that we are entering 3 teams, girls and boys u11 and a Boys u13. A report will be posted here following the event. Good luck to you all and have fun !
EASY SEARCH - A step by step guide on how to register
Club Day: 04/09/2010
The Norwich Dragons Club Day is to be held on Saturday September 4th 2010 at Hobart High School, Loddon.
1) TIME - Please aim to arive by 11.15am for a prompt 11.30am start. The playing sessions on the pitch will run until approx 3pm, after which there will be an opportunity to pop to the Kings Head for a social drink.
2) FORMAT - The day will consist of a number of half hour sessions on the pitch for the Ladies, Men and for our Young Dragons. This is an opportunity for each of you to play some games and for Team Captains to start to look at players and consider their squads for the coming season.
3) OTHER STUFF -
Cost - we will be charging £5 per person for the full day, to cover costs of pitch hire - this will be collected by your captain. Young Dragons £2.
Please bring a lunch with you to enjoy a picnic and get in the full spirit of the Club Day - why not bring a little extra to share around if possible!!
We will be handing out all important Club Membership forms for completion, along with details of when Annual Subscription payments are due and how you can pay - if you are able to bring cheque books on the day, we will be happy to start collecting your Subs.
Finally don't forget to bring you bags of old clothes etc. for our next Bag for the Future collection - Taff will be bringing her Lorry, so lets make sure we fill it up!!!
Fixtures for 2010-11 posted: 03/08/2010
East League fixtures have been updated onto the Teams page. We are still awaiting times but opposition and home/away are completed (please note all are subject to change!).
Fixtures for the Norfolk League (Ladies 3s) will be posted soon.
Hewett School in the news: 23/07/2010
Read the recent article featured in the Evening News on the progress of the Hewett School since taking 'Trust Status' here
Planning Permission Granted: 01/07/2010
Fantastic news for Norwich Dragons Hockey Club as Norwich City Council granted Planning Permission for two hockey pitches at the Hewett School. Read the full Evening News article here.
A few important dates for your diaries:
15 July - Fitness Training For All starts, 6.30pm - 7.30pm Thursdays until end of August (at Town Close Playing Field just off roundabout at Newmarket & Daniels Road)
3 August - Skills Training (Ladies & Older Young Dragons) starts Tuesdays at Hobart School Loddon (Men's Skills Training TBA)
4 September - Club Day from 12pm (details to be confirmed, will be for Men, Ladies & Young Dragons) at Hobart School
League Seasons Start -
Ladies 1s and 2s = 18 Sept
Ladies 3s = 25 Sept
Men's 1s, 2s & 3s = 25 Sept
Friendlies will be arranged in the weeks leading up to the start of the season and fixtures will be published as soon as available.
UEA Tournament: Results
The annual tournament against UEA was held on Sunday 6th June at UEA. The day certainly was drier than last year; for the first part anyway.
Below are the scores and scorers. Goals galore!
Ladies 1/2s
3-1 win
Nat (2), Gail.
Ladies 2/3s
3-2 loss
Jade (2)
Men's 1/2s
4-3 loss
Damien, Rupert (2)
Men's 2/3s
4-2 loss
Ricky, James
Mixed
2-2 draw (match abandonned due to Thunderstorm!)
Lois (2)
So, we lost the competition and UEA retained the cup and got the cheap bubbly for the second year in a row.
Despite the loss, good fun was had by all.
Thanks to the players and the supporters and the captains for sorting teams and teas.
We'll have them next year...!!
UEA Tournament: Sunday 6th June
We have arranged our 2nd annual tournament against UEA, to be held on Sunday 6th June. The teams on the day will depend on the players available but we are aiming to play a total of 5 matches, two ladies, two mens and a mixed match. Please note the meet time is 12.30pm (at UEA) with games starting shortly afterwards. Teas will be provided after the matches so please do stay around for these.
All this Sunday afternoon entertainment for only £3 per person.
If you are available to play, and haven't done so already, please contact your captain (see below) as soon as possible.
Ladies 1 - Hans Roney
Ladies 2 - Taff
Ladies 3 - Nic Harrison
Mens 1 - Ed Smith
Mens 2 - Simon Nisbet
Mens 3 - George Walker
Under 11s Tournament
The Young Dragon's Season came to an end at the Norwich City Hockey Club Tournament on Sunday 9th May with an Under 11 Boys Team of Marcus, Ollie, Adam, Connor, Stanley & Sam and Goalkeeping support from Fred and Greg of Norwich City HC.
The first game against Pelicans B was a great game for Dragons, which took the coaching team of Mike, H & Butts by complete surprise with some excellent passing, defending and a superb team spirit. Thanks to the defensive teamwork of Marcus and Ollie with Fred in goal, the Pelicans couldn't convert some good attacks into any goals. Marcus did a great job stepping into the tackle and Ollie held superb space in the D to sweep up anything that managed to get through. Dragons had some great possession of their own with Adam, Stanley, Connor and Sam putting together several great passes and stick skills to mount a number of promising attacks. As neither side was able to convert their chances, the final score of 0-0 reflected a well-balanced game and gave the team and Dragons Supporters a real buzz. Man of the Match was a joint award for Marcus, Ollie & Fred.
Unfortunately, with a break of a few games, that momentum was lost in the next match and facing a strong Norwich City A team who finished second in the group, Dragons lost 6-0. Sadly Fred, now playing for his home team (Norwich City A) didn't have much to do, instead Greg (of Norwich City B) played in goal for us and was kept extremely busy! To be fair to Greg and the defence, the goals scored by City were very good and often found the corners. Man of the Match for this game was Connor who managed to break up the City play on several occasions and was superb helping out his defence, as well as getting out wide for free hits.
Without time to re-group and receive words of wisdom from the coaching team, the Dragons had to stay on the pitch for their next game against eventual group winners Watton. By this time the boys had worked very hard and Watton
managed to score 3 goals with no reply from the Dragons. Fred was back in goal and pulled off some great saves, but Watton managed to fill the Dragons D with players. Adam managed to make a superb goal-line clearance and also made a great break through all the Watton players only to be prevented from scoring by the Watton keeper. Man of the Match for this game was Adam.
Dragons finished the Group Games in 4th place on goal difference and so into a playoff with Norwich City B who finished 4th in the other Group. In this match the Dragons worked hard again and kept a clean sheet for much of the game and when the ball was pushed out of defence 'birthday boy' Stanley and Sam managed some good linkup play, however, we still couldn't trouble their keeper and a late goal from Watton sealed their victory. Sam took a nasty knock on the knee but put on a brave face to finish the game. Joint Man of the Match for this game were Sam and Stanley.
Sam was proud to collect the certificate for the Team at the Awards Ceremony at the end of the Tournament.
Overall the team spirit was excellent, everyone was positive towards each other and enjoyed themselves which was great to see, the players also showed their appreciation to Fred and Greg for their excellent help on the day, I think Fred in particular enjoyed all the action he saw in his three games for us and was shouting "Come on Dragons" in the first game!!
Special mention to parents, sisters, cousins and any other family members for cheering the boys on and to the coaching team on the day of Mike, Hazel and Butts. The tournament showed us a few areas to work on during training to finetune our play, however after seeing the way the team performed in the first game, we have high hopes for next season!!
WELL DONE BOYS!!!!!
Awards Night Winners
Ladies 1s - Tash Blyth Ladies 2s - Louise Davis Ladies 3s - Nic Harrison
Mens 1s - Rupert Snelling Mens 2s - Jon Goodson Mens 3s - Nick Franklin
Ladies Most Improved - Tash Blyth Mens Most Improved - Danny Knights.
Club Member of the Year - Mike Hardy
A good night was had by all at our annual Awards Night. Congratulations to those mentioned above and thanks to Laura Hammond for organising the evening. Details of how much has been raised through ticket sales and the raffle will be here soon......
Ladies Summer 7s League
This is once again being organised by Broadland Hockey Club and held at Taverham on Tuesday evenings during the summer months. The Dragons have entered a team and details of our matches are below.
27th April 19.25 and 20.40
4th May 20.40 and 21.30
11th May 19.25 and 21.05
25th May 19.50 and 21.30
15th June 20.40 and 21.30
29th June 21.05 and 21.30
6th July 19.25, 20.15 and 21.05
This is only open to those eligible to play in the Norfolk League. If you are wishing to play please let Becs know with your availability by emailing rdsports@talktalk.net.
Notice of NDHC AGM
The 2010 AGM is to be held at 7.30pm at the Hewett School on Tuesday 11th May.
Items for the agenda should be submitted to the secretary by email (caroline@uv6.com) by the 4th May please. The final agenda and details of which room we will be in will be circulated nearer the time.
Amongst the usual reports and filling of committee positions our President, Mike Hardy, will give an update on the New Pitch project, and the proposed plans will be on view. The latest figures on our fund raising efforts will also be announced.
We hope to see you all there!
Mixed Summer League
This is happening once again, at Loddon, on Tuesday and Wednesday evenings. First game is likely to be May 11th. Anyone interested should contact Tash on 07725 230886.
UEA Tournament Date Set
The UEA tournament will be on June 6th 2010.
The format will be like last year...
Men and Ladies 1s/2s
Men and Ladies 2s/3s
A mixed game as a decider.
More nearer the time!
NDHC Men's 1s are Champions!
Norwich Dragons Mens 1st team repeated the feat achieved by the club's ladies first team two weeks earlier by winning their last league game and there-by their league.
Norwich travelled to Ipswich knowing that a win would seal the league title for them, promotion to Division 2N being secured a few weeks previously. Dragons dominated the game, scoring early, restricting Ipswich to little attacking play and reaching a comfortable 0-4 score at halftime. In the second half Dragons turned on the pressure, scoring a further 10 goals, though conceeding a late penalty corner to Ipswich to make the score 1-14 in Dragons favour. Scorers were Bunting (4), Snelling (4), Bell (3), Gould, Knights and Wagstaff.
The 2009-2010 season has been a season of hard work on and off the pitch for Norwich Dragons and the club has sought to build for the future, following its creation through merger of the Norwich Union mens and ladies clubs after the closure of Pinebanks. Off the pitch the club has started and grown it's junior section and gained ClubsFirst accreditation from England Hockey showing it is working towards as safe, effective and child friendly hockey environment. The club has also held many fund raising events as it seeks to raise funds for a new pitch that is to be built on the Hewitt school site. On the pitch both mens and ladies 1st teams have won their leagues. The club would like to thank the many people who have helped out over the season as well as those who have umpired and coached for them.
A Tribute
Norwich Dragons Hockey Club are deeply saddened to learn of the untimely passing of one of their club members, Becky Thorpe.
Becky joined the Dragons earlier this season, following the disbandment of her previous club, Denver. She played for the Club as regularly as she could. She always played with great enthusiasm and with an undoubted passion for the game she loved, and which she naturally excelled in.
She will be sadly missed by all at Norwich Dragons and Denver Hockey Clubs, as well as all in the wider Hockey community.
Our most sincere thoughts go out to her family and friends at this difficult time.
NDHC Ladies 1s win league
Norwich Dragons beat North Walsham 3.1 and became league champions. Well done all!!
Young Dragons Match Results
The Adult teams may be coming to the end of their seasons but the Tournaments continue for our younger players. Read all about their recent efforts below.....
Watton Tournament: 07/03/2010
County Tournament: 21/03/2010
NDHC Annual Awards Night: 23rd April 2010
Important Date for your Diaries:
NORWICH DRAGONS HOCKEY CLUB AWARDS NIGHT - FRIDAY 23RD APRIL @ 7.30PM - HOG IN ARMOUR
NB - This is St George's Day so any St George / Dragons themes would be welcome!!!
By request, this year's Awards Night will be a more informal Buffet event at the Hog In Armour (City Centre), where we will have the room upstairs, with a Disco, Buffet and a Raffle for Club Funds.
> TICKETS will be available from your Captains - Price £10 (including Buffet)
> DRESS CODE - Smart Casual
> TIMING - 7.30 - 12am
> RAFFLE - Please all bring along a prize so we can run a raffle for the all important Club Funds
As is customary at our Annual Dinners, we congratulate those members of the club whom we think have played the hardest, improved the most and contributed the greatest towards the life of the Norwich Dragons HC. It's now up to you to vote for your favourite members to be awarded trophies at this years dinner on the 23rd of April. Please could you all submit names for the following: 1) Team player of the year (please vote for a person from the team that you have represented most often during the season) 2) Most improved player (there is one award each for the most improved lady and most improved man) 3) Club person of the year (any member of the NDHC whom you think is deserving) Please send your votes to caroline@uv6.com no later than 20th April.
Promotion secured for the Ladies 1s
Congratulations to our Ladies 1st XI who clinched promotion with a 3-0 victory last Saturday, 13th March, away against Yarmouth. I know we're all hoping results in the last 2 games mean they can finish in style as champions.
Promotion secured for the Mens 1s
Congratulations to our Mens 1st XI who clinched promotion with a 5-1 victory last Saturday, 6th March. The convincing victory took Dragons past the 100-goal mark for the season and with title rivals Harleston Magpies III losing, they now stand two points behind the leaders with a game in hand. EDP article.
EDP Rising Stars Article
Keep you eyes peeled for a piece in the EDP's Rising Stars, not that Hazel and Mike (recently joined by John Butler) are the Rising Stars, but the children they are coaching could be!
Dragon's School Hockey Sessions Roaring Success
Norwich Dragons Hockey Club members Mike Banham and Hazel Medler provided hockey coaching sessions for over 100 Norwich school children last term and aim to continue through the remainder of this school year. Using England Hockey's 'Quicksticks' hockey sets supplied by the Norwich School Sport Partnership, children in Year 5 at Cavell and Lakenham Primary Schools have already benefited from the free sessions, with Bignold Primary being added to the programme this term.
The coaches and teachers, as well as the children, enjoy the sessions which provide the youngsters with an opportunity to experience hockey, in many cases, for the first time. After the 8 week programme at the school the children have the option to continue receiving coaching through the Young Dragons sessions at Lionwood School, run by other volunteers from Norwich Dragons Hockey Club. It is also hoped that the experience gained by the teachers will enable them to continue to offer hockey as a sporting option for the youngsters at school.
Commenting on the Programme, Mike Hardy, President of Norwich Dragons Hockey Club said, "The work that Mike and Hazel are doing is a superb example of the enthusiasm the Club has for growing the Olympic sport of hockey in the Norwich area. With a new Hockey Centre proposed for the Hewett School site later in 2010, we aim to bring hockey to many more members of the community in the lead up to 2012. Through the work with the schools as well as the Young Dragons sessions we hope several youngsters will be inspired to take up the game and perhaps we will find a future Olympian amongst them!".
Further details of the school sessions are available from Hazel Medler at hazelmedler@btinternet.com or for the Young Dragons coaching sessions contact Natalie Beal at nat_beal@hotmail.com or visit the websitewww.norwichdragonshc.co.uk.
Norwich Dragons Hockey Club achieves ClubsFirst Accreditation
It is with great pleasure that we can announce on 3rd February 2010, England Hockey confirmed our ClubsFirst accreditation in recognition of the work we are doing to create a safe, effective and child friendly hockey environment. This makes us one of just 6 Clubs in Norfolk and 24 in the East Region that have gained such accreditation and puts us firmly into the spotlight with Sport England and England Hockey. A big thank you to everyone that played their part in making this happen, especially Mike Hardy, without whom none of this would have happened.
The Club's policies, codes of conduct and procedures that support the accreditation can be found on the Club Policies page of the website.
One of the key points to remember is that any concerns or issues relating to safeguarding and protecting young people should be referred immediately to Natalie Beal (Club Welfare Officer), Angela Murgatroyd (Deputy Club Welfare Officer) or Hazel Medler (Club Development Officer), all of whom have been trained to deal with such matters.
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Young Dragons Tournament: 24/01/2010
Three teams were entered into a tournament held at Pelis last Sunday. Read all about the fantastic efforts made by each team by clicking on the links below.
Under 13 Boys
Level 1 coaching opportunity
We have a great opportunity for members to achieve their Level 1 Coaching Award in Norfolk, at Kings Lynn. We may be able to secure some funding to support members wishing to achieve this qualification. Please click here to download more information. If you are interested please contact Mike Hardy by January 29th.
FITF Tour
It's that time of year again when we start thinking about tour. For new readers, this will be the 4th year we plan to go to Fun In The Forest....this time as reigning champions!!! A few details are below but if you're interested, or want to know more, please see Sue at training/matches or email suecullum74@gmail.com.
Where: Old Loughts Hockey Club, Loughton, Essex (just down the M11)
When: 28-31st May (the bank holiday weekend)
What: A hockey tournament with the emphasis definitely on fun (and snakey b)
How much: Initial cost of £60pp
Accommodation: Camping (but hotels are available nearby)
Open to: Anyone! As long as you're not a bloke (sorry chaps!)
Click on this link for further details FITF
or see the photos from previous tours here.
or talk to some of the survivors, including myself, Nat, Izzie, Louise and Heidi, amongst others.
Places for teams are on a first come first served basis so we'll need to get in quick. If you could let Sue know as soon as possible if you're interested that would be much appreciated.
Young Dragons Tournament: 24/01/2010
We are pleased to be taking part in a tournament this Sunday at Kings Lynn. A sign of our ever growing youth section is that we are entering 3 teams, girls and boys u11 and a Boys u13. A report will be posted here following the event. Good luck to you all and have fun !
EASY SEARCH - A step by step guide on how to register
Club Day: 04/09/2010
The Norwich Dragons Club Day is to be held on Saturday September 4th 2010 at Hobart High School, Loddon.
1) TIME - Please aim to arive by 11.15am for a prompt 11.30am start. The playing sessions on the pitch will run until approx 3pm, after which there will be an opportunity to pop to the Kings Head for a social drink.
2) FORMAT - The day will consist of a number of half hour sessions on the pitch for the Ladies, Men and for our Young Dragons. This is an opportunity for each of you to play some games and for Team Captains to start to look at players and consider their squads for the coming season.
3) OTHER STUFF -
Cost - we will be charging £5 per person for the full day, to cover costs of pitch hire - this will be collected by your captain. Young Dragons £2.
Please bring a lunch with you to enjoy a picnic and get in the full spirit of the Club Day - why not bring a little extra to share around if possible!!
We will be handing out all important Club Membership forms for completion, along with details of when Annual Subscription payments are due and how you can pay - if you are able to bring cheque books on the day, we will be happy to start collecting your Subs.
Finally don't forget to bring you bags of old clothes etc. for our next Bag for the Future collection - Taff will be bringing her Lorry, so lets make sure we fill it up!!!
Fixtures for 2010-11 posted: 03/08/2010
East League fixtures have been updated onto the Teams page. We are still awaiting times but opposition and home/away are completed (please note all are subject to change!).
Fixtures for the Norfolk League (Ladies 3s) will be posted soon.
Hewett School in the news: 23/07/2010
Read the recent article featured in the Evening News on the progress of the Hewett School since taking 'Trust Status' here
Planning Permission Granted: 01/07/2010
Fantastic news for Norwich Dragons Hockey Club as Norwich City Council granted Planning Permission for two hockey pitches at the Hewett School. Read the full Evening News article here.
A few important dates for your diaries:
15 July - Fitness Training For All starts, 6.30pm - 7.30pm Thursdays until end of August (at Town Close Playing Field just off roundabout at Newmarket & Daniels Road)
3 August - Skills Training (Ladies & Older Young Dragons) starts Tuesdays at Hobart School Loddon (Men's Skills Training TBA)
4 September - Club Day from 12pm (details to be confirmed, will be for Men, Ladies & Young Dragons) at Hobart School
League Seasons Start -
Ladies 1s and 2s = 18 Sept
Ladies 3s = 25 Sept
Men's 1s, 2s & 3s = 25 Sept
Friendlies will be arranged in the weeks leading up to the start of the season and fixtures will be published as soon as available.
UEA Tournament: Results
The annual tournament against UEA was held on Sunday 6th June at UEA. The day certainly was drier than last year; for the first part anyway.
Below are the scores and scorers. Goals galore!
Ladies 1/2s
3-1 win
Nat (2), Gail.
Ladies 2/3s
3-2 loss
Jade (2)
Men's 1/2s
4-3 loss
Damien, Rupert (2)
Men's 2/3s
4-2 loss
Ricky, James
Mixed
2-2 draw (match abandonned due to Thunderstorm!)
Lois (2)
So, we lost the competition and UEA retained the cup and got the cheap bubbly for the second year in a row.
Despite the loss, good fun was had by all.
Thanks to the players and the supporters and the captains for sorting teams and teas.
We'll have them next year...!!
UEA Tournament: Sunday 6th June
We have arranged our 2nd annual tournament against UEA, to be held on Sunday 6th June. The teams on the day will depend on the players available but we are aiming to play a total of 5 matches, two ladies, two mens and a mixed match. Please note the meet time is 12.30pm (at UEA) with games starting shortly afterwards. Teas will be provided after the matches so please do stay around for these.
All this Sunday afternoon entertainment for only £3 per person.
If you are available to play, and haven't done so already, please contact your captain (see below) as soon as possible.
Ladies 1 - Hans Roney
Ladies 2 - Taff
Ladies 3 - Nic Harrison
Mens 1 - Ed Smith
Mens 2 - Simon Nisbet
Mens 3 - George Walker
Under 11s Tournament
The Young Dragon's Season came to an end at the Norwich City Hockey Club Tournament on Sunday 9th May with an Under 11 Boys Team of Marcus, Ollie, Adam, Connor, Stanley & Sam and Goalkeeping support from Fred and Greg of Norwich City HC.
The first game against Pelicans B was a great game for Dragons, which took the coaching team of Mike, H & Butts by complete surprise with some excellent passing, defending and a superb team spirit. Thanks to the defensive teamwork of Marcus and Ollie with Fred in goal, the Pelicans couldn't convert some good attacks into any goals. Marcus did a great job stepping into the tackle and Ollie held superb space in the D to sweep up anything that managed to get through. Dragons had some great possession of their own with Adam, Stanley, Connor and Sam putting together several great passes and stick skills to mount a number of promising attacks. As neither side was able to convert their chances, the final score of 0-0 reflected a well-balanced game and gave the team and Dragons Supporters a real buzz. Man of the Match was a joint award for Marcus, Ollie & Fred.
Unfortunately, with a break of a few games, that momentum was lost in the next match and facing a strong Norwich City A team who finished second in the group, Dragons lost 6-0. Sadly Fred, now playing for his home team (Norwich City A) didn't have much to do, instead Greg (of Norwich City B) played in goal for us and was kept extremely busy! To be fair to Greg and the defence, the goals scored by City were very good and often found the corners. Man of the Match for this game was Connor who managed to break up the City play on several occasions and was superb helping out his defence, as well as getting out wide for free hits.
Without time to re-group and receive words of wisdom from the coaching team, the Dragons had to stay on the pitch for their next game against eventual group winners Watton. By this time the boys had worked very hard and Watton
managed to score 3 goals with no reply from the Dragons. Fred was back in goal and pulled off some great saves, but Watton managed to fill the Dragons D with players. Adam managed to make a superb goal-line clearance and also made a great break through all the Watton players only to be prevented from scoring by the Watton keeper. Man of the Match for this game was Adam.
Dragons finished the Group Games in 4th place on goal difference and so into a playoff with Norwich City B who finished 4th in the other Group. In this match the Dragons worked hard again and kept a clean sheet for much of the game and when the ball was pushed out of defence 'birthday boy' Stanley and Sam managed some good linkup play, however, we still couldn't trouble their keeper and a late goal from Watton sealed their victory. Sam took a nasty knock on the knee but put on a brave face to finish the game. Joint Man of the Match for this game were Sam and Stanley.
Sam was proud to collect the certificate for the Team at the Awards Ceremony at the end of the Tournament.
Overall the team spirit was excellent, everyone was positive towards each other and enjoyed themselves which was great to see, the players also showed their appreciation to Fred and Greg for their excellent help on the day, I think Fred in particular enjoyed all the action he saw in his three games for us and was shouting "Come on Dragons" in the first game!!
Special mention to parents, sisters, cousins and any other family members for cheering the boys on and to the coaching team on the day of Mike, Hazel and Butts. The tournament showed us a few areas to work on during training to finetune our play, however after seeing the way the team performed in the first game, we have high hopes for next season!!
WELL DONE BOYS!!!!!
Awards Night Winners
Ladies 1s - Tash Blyth Ladies 2s - Louise Davis Ladies 3s - Nic Harrison
Mens 1s - Rupert Snelling Mens 2s - Jon Goodson Mens 3s - Nick Franklin
Ladies Most Improved - Tash Blyth Mens Most Improved - Danny Knights.
Club Member of the Year - Mike Hardy
A good night was had by all at our annual Awards Night. Congratulations to those mentioned above and thanks to Laura Hammond for organising the evening. Details of how much has been raised through ticket sales and the raffle will be here soon......
Ladies Summer 7s League
This is once again being organised by Broadland Hockey Club and held at Taverham on Tuesday evenings during the summer months. The Dragons have entered a team and details of our matches are below.
27th April 19.25 and 20.40
4th May 20.40 and 21.30
11th May 19.25 and 21.05
25th May 19.50 and 21.30
15th June 20.40 and 21.30
29th June 21.05 and 21.30
6th July 19.25, 20.15 and 21.05
This is only open to those eligible to play in the Norfolk League. If you are wishing to play please let Becs know with your availability by emailing rdsports@talktalk.net.
Notice of NDHC AGM
The 2010 AGM is to be held at 7.30pm at the Hewett School on Tuesday 11th May.
Items for the agenda should be submitted to the secretary by email (caroline@uv6.com) by the 4th May please. The final agenda and details of which room we will be in will be circulated nearer the time.
Amongst the usual reports and filling of committee positions our President, Mike Hardy, will give an update on the New Pitch project, and the proposed plans will be on view. The latest figures on our fund raising efforts will also be announced.
We hope to see you all there!
Mixed Summer League
This is happening once again, at Loddon, on Tuesday and Wednesday evenings. First game is likely to be May 11th. Anyone interested should contact Tash on 07725 230886.
UEA Tournament Date Set
The UEA tournament will be on June 6th 2010.
The format will be like last year...
Men and Ladies 1s/2s
Men and Ladies 2s/3s
A mixed game as a decider.
More nearer the time!
NDHC Men's 1s are Champions!
Norwich Dragons Mens 1st team repeated the feat achieved by the club's ladies first team two weeks earlier by winning their last league game and there-by their league.
Norwich travelled to Ipswich knowing that a win would seal the league title for them, promotion to Division 2N being secured a few weeks previously. Dragons dominated the game, scoring early, restricting Ipswich to little attacking play and reaching a comfortable 0-4 score at halftime. In the second half Dragons turned on the pressure, scoring a further 10 goals, though conceeding a late penalty corner to Ipswich to make the score 1-14 in Dragons favour. Scorers were Bunting (4), Snelling (4), Bell (3), Gould, Knights and Wagstaff.
The 2009-2010 season has been a season of hard work on and off the pitch for Norwich Dragons and the club has sought to build for the future, following its creation through merger of the Norwich Union mens and ladies clubs after the closure of Pinebanks. Off the pitch the club has started and grown it's junior section and gained ClubsFirst accreditation from England Hockey showing it is working towards as safe, effective and child friendly hockey environment. The club has also held many fund raising events as it seeks to raise funds for a new pitch that is to be built on the Hewitt school site. On the pitch both mens and ladies 1st teams have won their leagues. The club would like to thank the many people who have helped out over the season as well as those who have umpired and coached for them.
A Tribute
Norwich Dragons Hockey Club are deeply saddened to learn of the untimely passing of one of their club members, Becky Thorpe.
Becky joined the Dragons earlier this season, following the disbandment of her previous club, Denver. She played for the Club as regularly as she could. She always played with great enthusiasm and with an undoubted passion for the game she loved, and which she naturally excelled in.
She will be sadly missed by all at Norwich Dragons and Denver Hockey Clubs, as well as all in the wider Hockey community.
Our most sincere thoughts go out to her family and friends at this difficult time.
NDHC Ladies 1s win league
Norwich Dragons beat North Walsham 3.1 and became league champions. Well done all!!
Young Dragons Match Results
The Adult teams may be coming to the end of their seasons but the Tournaments continue for our younger players. Read all about their recent efforts below.....
Watton Tournament: 07/03/2010
County Tournament: 21/03/2010
NDHC Annual Awards Night: 23rd April 2010
Important Date for your Diaries:
NORWICH DRAGONS HOCKEY CLUB AWARDS NIGHT - FRIDAY 23RD APRIL @ 7.30PM - HOG IN ARMOUR
NB - This is St George's Day so any St George / Dragons themes would be welcome!!!
By request, this year's Awards Night will be a more informal Buffet event at the Hog In Armour (City Centre), where we will have the room upstairs, with a Disco, Buffet and a Raffle for Club Funds.
> TICKETS will be available from your Captains - Price £10 (including Buffet)
> DRESS CODE - Smart Casual
> TIMING - 7.30 - 12am
> RAFFLE - Please all bring along a prize so we can run a raffle for the all important Club Funds
As is customary at our Annual Dinners, we congratulate those members of the club whom we think have played the hardest, improved the most and contributed the greatest towards the life of the Norwich Dragons HC. It's now up to you to vote for your favourite members to be awarded trophies at this years dinner on the 23rd of April. Please could you all submit names for the following: 1) Team player of the year (please vote for a person from the team that you have represented most often during the season) 2) Most improved player (there is one award each for the most improved lady and most improved man) 3) Club person of the year (any member of the NDHC whom you think is deserving) Please send your votes to caroline@uv6.com no later than 20th April.
Promotion secured for the Ladies 1s
Congratulations to our Ladies 1st XI who clinched promotion with a 3-0 victory last Saturday, 13th March, away against Yarmouth. I know we're all hoping results in the last 2 games mean they can finish in style as champions.
Promotion secured for the Mens 1s
Congratulations to our Mens 1st XI who clinched promotion with a 5-1 victory last Saturday, 6th March. The convincing victory took Dragons past the 100-goal mark for the season and with title rivals Harleston Magpies III losing, they now stand two points behind the leaders with a game in hand. EDP article.
EDP Rising Stars Article
Keep you eyes peeled for a piece in the EDP's Rising Stars, not that Hazel and Mike (recently joined by John Butler) are the Rising Stars, but the children they are coaching could be!
Dragon's School Hockey Sessions Roaring Success
Norwich Dragons Hockey Club members Mike Banham and Hazel Medler provided hockey coaching sessions for over 100 Norwich school children last term and aim to continue through the remainder of this school year. Using England Hockey's 'Quicksticks' hockey sets supplied by the Norwich School Sport Partnership, children in Year 5 at Cavell and Lakenham Primary Schools have already benefited from the free sessions, with Bignold Primary being added to the programme this term.
The coaches and teachers, as well as the children, enjoy the sessions which provide the youngsters with an opportunity to experience hockey, in many cases, for the first time. After the 8 week programme at the school the children have the option to continue receiving coaching through the Young Dragons sessions at Lionwood School, run by other volunteers from Norwich Dragons Hockey Club. It is also hoped that the experience gained by the teachers will enable them to continue to offer hockey as a sporting option for the youngsters at school.
Commenting on the Programme, Mike Hardy, President of Norwich Dragons Hockey Club said, "The work that Mike and Hazel are doing is a superb example of the enthusiasm the Club has for growing the Olympic sport of hockey in the Norwich area. With a new Hockey Centre proposed for the Hewett School site later in 2010, we aim to bring hockey to many more members of the community in the lead up to 2012. Through the work with the schools as well as the Young Dragons sessions we hope several youngsters will be inspired to take up the game and perhaps we will find a future Olympian amongst them!".
Further details of the school sessions are available from Hazel Medler at hazelmedler@btinternet.com or for the Young Dragons coaching sessions contact Natalie Beal at nat_beal@hotmail.com or visit the websitewww.norwichdragonshc.co.uk.
Norwich Dragons Hockey Club achieves ClubsFirst Accreditation
It is with great pleasure that we can announce on 3rd February 2010, England Hockey confirmed our ClubsFirst accreditation in recognition of the work we are doing to create a safe, effective and child friendly hockey environment. This makes us one of just 6 Clubs in Norfolk and 24 in the East Region that have gained such accreditation and puts us firmly into the spotlight with Sport England and England Hockey. A big thank you to everyone that played their part in making this happen, especially Mike Hardy, without whom none of this would have happened.
The Club's policies, codes of conduct and procedures that support the accreditation can be found on the Club Policies page of the website.
One of the key points to remember is that any concerns or issues relating to safeguarding and protecting young people should be referred immediately to Natalie Beal (Club Welfare Officer), Angela Murgatroyd (Deputy Club Welfare Officer) or Hazel Medler (Club Development Officer), all of whom have been trained to deal with such matters.
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Young Dragons Tournament: 24/01/2010
Three teams were entered into a tournament held at Pelis last Sunday. Read all about the fantastic efforts made by each team by clicking on the links below.
Under 13 Boys
Level 1 coaching opportunity
We have a great opportunity for members to achieve their Level 1 Coaching Award in Norfolk, at Kings Lynn. We may be able to secure some funding to support members wishing to achieve this qualification. Please click here to download more information. If you are interested please contact Mike Hardy by January 29th.
FITF Tour
It's that time of year again when we start thinking about tour. For new readers, this will be the 4th year we plan to go to Fun In The Forest....this time as reigning champions!!! A few details are below but if you're interested, or want to know more, please see Sue at training/matches or email suecullum74@gmail.com.
Where: Old Loughts Hockey Club, Loughton, Essex (just down the M11)
When: 28-31st May (the bank holiday weekend)
What: A hockey tournament with the emphasis definitely on fun (and snakey b)
How much: Initial cost of £60pp
Accommodation: Camping (but hotels are available nearby)
Open to: Anyone! As long as you're not a bloke (sorry chaps!)
Click on this link for further details FITF
or see the photos from previous tours here.
or talk to some of the survivors, including myself, Nat, Izzie, Louise and Heidi, amongst others.
Places for teams are on a first come first served basis so we'll need to get in quick. If you could let Sue know as soon as possible if you're interested that would be much appreciated.
Young Dragons Tournament: 24/01/2010
We are pleased to be taking part in a tournament this Sunday at Kings Lynn. A sign of our ever growing youth section is that we are entering 3 teams, girls and boys u11 and a Boys u13. A report will be posted here following the event. Good luck to you all and have fun !
EASY SEARCH - A step by step guide on how to register
Club Day: 04/09/2010
The Norwich Dragons Club Day is to be held on Saturday September 4th 2010 at Hobart High School, Loddon.
1) TIME - Please aim to arive by 11.15am for a prompt 11.30am start. The playing sessions on the pitch will run until approx 3pm, after which there will be an opportunity to pop to the Kings Head for a social drink.
2) FORMAT - The day will consist of a number of half hour sessions on the pitch for the Ladies, Men and for our Young Dragons. This is an opportunity for each of you to play some games and for Team Captains to start to look at players and consider their squads for the coming season.
3) OTHER STUFF -
Cost - we will be charging £5 per person for the full day, to cover costs of pitch hire - this will be collected by your captain. Young Dragons £2.
Please bring a lunch with you to enjoy a picnic and get in the full spirit of the Club Day - why not bring a little extra to share around if possible!!
We will be handing out all important Club Membership forms for completion, along with details of when Annual Subscription payments are due and how you can pay - if you are able to bring cheque books on the day, we will be happy to start collecting your Subs.
Finally don't forget to bring you bags of old clothes etc. for our next Bag for the Future collection - Taff will be bringing her Lorry, so lets make sure we fill it up!!!
Fixtures for 2010-11 posted: 03/08/2010
East League fixtures have been updated onto the Teams page. We are still awaiting times but opposition and home/away are completed (please note all are subject to change!).
Fixtures for the Norfolk League (Ladies 3s) will be posted soon.
Hewett School in the news: 23/07/2010
Read the recent article featured in the Evening News on the progress of the Hewett School since taking 'Trust Status' here
Planning Permission Granted: 01/07/2010
Fantastic news for Norwich Dragons Hockey Club as Norwich City Council granted Planning Permission for two hockey pitches at the Hewett School. Read the full Evening News article here.
A few important dates for your diaries:
15 July - Fitness Training For All starts, 6.30pm - 7.30pm Thursdays until end of August (at Town Close Playing Field just off roundabout at Newmarket & Daniels Road)
3 August - Skills Training (Ladies & Older Young Dragons) starts Tuesdays at Hobart School Loddon (Men's Skills Training TBA)
4 September - Club Day from 12pm (details to be confirmed, will be for Men, Ladies & Young Dragons) at Hobart School
League Seasons Start -
Ladies 1s and 2s = 18 Sept
Ladies 3s = 25 Sept
Men's 1s, 2s & 3s = 25 Sept
Friendlies will be arranged in the weeks leading up to the start of the season and fixtures will be published as soon as available.
UEA Tournament: Results
The annual tournament against UEA was held on Sunday 6th June at UEA. The day certainly was drier than last year; for the first part anyway.
Below are the scores and scorers. Goals galore!
Ladies 1/2s
3-1 win
Nat (2), Gail.
Ladies 2/3s
3-2 loss
Jade (2)
Men's 1/2s
4-3 loss
Damien, Rupert (2)
Men's 2/3s
4-2 loss
Ricky, James
Mixed
2-2 draw (match abandonned due to Thunderstorm!)
Lois (2)
So, we lost the competition and UEA retained the cup and got the cheap bubbly for the second year in a row.
Despite the loss, good fun was had by all.
Thanks to the players and the supporters and the captains for sorting teams and teas.
We'll have them next year...!!
UEA Tournament: Sunday 6th June
We have arranged our 2nd annual tournament against UEA, to be held on Sunday 6th June. The teams on the day will depend on the players available but we are aiming to play a total of 5 matches, two ladies, two mens and a mixed match. Please note the meet time is 12.30pm (at UEA) with games starting shortly afterwards. Teas will be provided after the matches so please do stay around for these.
All this Sunday afternoon entertainment for only £3 per person.
If you are available to play, and haven't done so already, please contact your captain (see below) as soon as possible.
Ladies 1 - Hans Roney
Ladies 2 - Taff
Ladies 3 - Nic Harrison
Mens 1 - Ed Smith
Mens 2 - Simon Nisbet
Mens 3 - George Walker
Under 11s Tournament
The Young Dragon's Season came to an end at the Norwich City Hockey Club Tournament on Sunday 9th May with an Under 11 Boys Team of Marcus, Ollie, Adam, Connor, Stanley & Sam and Goalkeeping support from Fred and Greg of Norwich City HC.
The first game against Pelicans B was a great game for Dragons, which took the coaching team of Mike, H & Butts by complete surprise with some excellent passing, defending and a superb team spirit. Thanks to the defensive teamwork of Marcus and Ollie with Fred in goal, the Pelicans couldn't convert some good attacks into any goals. Marcus did a great job stepping into the tackle and Ollie held superb space in the D to sweep up anything that managed to get through. Dragons had some great possession of their own with Adam, Stanley, Connor and Sam putting together several great passes and stick skills to mount a number of promising attacks. As neither side was able to convert their chances, the final score of 0-0 reflected a well-balanced game and gave the team and Dragons Supporters a real buzz. Man of the Match was a joint award for Marcus, Ollie & Fred.
Unfortunately, with a break of a few games, that momentum was lost in the next match and facing a strong Norwich City A team who finished second in the group, Dragons lost 6-0. Sadly Fred, now playing for his home team (Norwich City A) didn't have much to do, instead Greg (of Norwich City B) played in goal for us and was kept extremely busy! To be fair to Greg and the defence, the goals scored by City were very good and often found the corners. Man of the Match for this game was Connor who managed to break up the City play on several occasions and was superb helping out his defence, as well as getting out wide for free hits.
Without time to re-group and receive words of wisdom from the coaching team, the Dragons had to stay on the pitch for their next game against eventual group winners Watton. By this time the boys had worked very hard and Watton
managed to score 3 goals with no reply from the Dragons. Fred was back in goal and pulled off some great saves, but Watton managed to fill the Dragons D with players. Adam managed to make a superb goal-line clearance and also made a great break through all the Watton players only to be prevented from scoring by the Watton keeper. Man of the Match for this game was Adam.
Dragons finished the Group Games in 4th place on goal difference and so into a playoff with Norwich City B who finished 4th in the other Group. In this match the Dragons worked hard again and kept a clean sheet for much of the game and when the ball was pushed out of defence 'birthday boy' Stanley and Sam managed some good linkup play, however, we still couldn't trouble their keeper and a late goal from Watton sealed their victory. Sam took a nasty knock on the knee but put on a brave face to finish the game. Joint Man of the Match for this game were Sam and Stanley.
Sam was proud to collect the certificate for the Team at the Awards Ceremony at the end of the Tournament.
Overall the team spirit was excellent, everyone was positive towards each other and enjoyed themselves which was great to see, the players also showed their appreciation to Fred and Greg for their excellent help on the day, I think Fred in particular enjoyed all the action he saw in his three games for us and was shouting "Come on Dragons" in the first game!!
Special mention to parents, sisters, cousins and any other family members for cheering the boys on and to the coaching team on the day of Mike, Hazel and Butts. The tournament showed us a few areas to work on during training to finetune our play, however after seeing the way the team performed in the first game, we have high hopes for next season!!
WELL DONE BOYS!!!!!
Awards Night Winners
Ladies 1s - Tash Blyth Ladies 2s - Louise Davis Ladies 3s - Nic Harrison
Mens 1s - Rupert Snelling Mens 2s - Jon Goodson Mens 3s - Nick Franklin
Ladies Most Improved - Tash Blyth Mens Most Improved - Danny Knights.
Club Member of the Year - Mike Hardy
A good night was had by all at our annual Awards Night. Congratulations to those mentioned above and thanks to Laura Hammond for organising the evening. Details of how much has been raised through ticket sales and the raffle will be here soon......
Ladies Summer 7s League
This is once again being organised by Broadland Hockey Club and held at Taverham on Tuesday evenings during the summer months. The Dragons have entered a team and details of our matches are below.
27th April 19.25 and 20.40
4th May 20.40 and 21.30
11th May 19.25 and 21.05
25th May 19.50 and 21.30
15th June 20.40 and 21.30
29th June 21.05 and 21.30
6th July 19.25, 20.15 and 21.05
This is only open to those eligible to play in the Norfolk League. If you are wishing to play please let Becs know with your availability by emailing rdsports@talktalk.net.
Notice of NDHC AGM
The 2010 AGM is to be held at 7.30pm at the Hewett School on Tuesday 11th May.
Items for the agenda should be submitted to the secretary by email (caroline@uv6.com) by the 4th May please. The final agenda and details of which room we will be in will be circulated nearer the time.
Amongst the usual reports and filling of committee positions our President, Mike Hardy, will give an update on the New Pitch project, and the proposed plans will be on view. The latest figures on our fund raising efforts will also be announced.
We hope to see you all there!
Mixed Summer League
This is happening once again, at Loddon, on Tuesday and Wednesday evenings. First game is likely to be May 11th. Anyone interested should contact Tash on 07725 230886.
UEA Tournament Date Set
The UEA tournament will be on June 6th 2010.
The format will be like last year...
Men and Ladies 1s/2s
Men and Ladies 2s/3s
A mixed game as a decider.
More nearer the time!
NDHC Men's 1s are Champions!
Norwich Dragons Mens 1st team repeated the feat achieved by the club's ladies first team two weeks earlier by winning their last league game and there-by their league.
Norwich travelled to Ipswich knowing that a win would seal the league title for them, promotion to Division 2N being secured a few weeks previously. Dragons dominated the game, scoring early, restricting Ipswich to little attacking play and reaching a comfortable 0-4 score at halftime. In the second half Dragons turned on the pressure, scoring a further 10 goals, though conceeding a late penalty corner to Ipswich to make the score 1-14 in Dragons favour. Scorers were Bunting (4), Snelling (4), Bell (3), Gould, Knights and Wagstaff.
The 2009-2010 season has been a season of hard work on and off the pitch for Norwich Dragons and the club has sought to build for the future, following its creation through merger of the Norwich Union mens and ladies clubs after the closure of Pinebanks. Off the pitch the club has started and grown it's junior section and gained ClubsFirst accreditation from England Hockey showing it is working towards as safe, effective and child friendly hockey environment. The club has also held many fund raising events as it seeks to raise funds for a new pitch that is to be built on the Hewitt school site. On the pitch both mens and ladies 1st teams have won their leagues. The club would like to thank the many people who have helped out over the season as well as those who have umpired and coached for them.
A Tribute
Norwich Dragons Hockey Club are deeply saddened to learn of the untimely passing of one of their club members, Becky Thorpe.
Becky joined the Dragons earlier this season, following the disbandment of her previous club, Denver. She played for the Club as regularly as she could. She always played with great enthusiasm and with an undoubted passion for the game she loved, and which she naturally excelled in.
She will be sadly missed by all at Norwich Dragons and Denver Hockey Clubs, as well as all in the wider Hockey community.
Our most sincere thoughts go out to her family and friends at this difficult time.
NDHC Ladies 1s win league
Norwich Dragons beat North Walsham 3.1 and became league champions. Well done all!!
Young Dragons Match Results
The Adult teams may be coming to the end of their seasons but the Tournaments continue for our younger players. Read all about their recent efforts below.....
Watton Tournament: 07/03/2010
County Tournament: 21/03/2010
NDHC Annual Awards Night: 23rd April 2010
Important Date for your Diaries:
NORWICH DRAGONS HOCKEY CLUB AWARDS NIGHT - FRIDAY 23RD APRIL @ 7.30PM - HOG IN ARMOUR
NB - This is St George's Day so any St George / Dragons themes would be welcome!!!
By request, this year's Awards Night will be a more informal Buffet event at the Hog In Armour (City Centre), where we will have the room upstairs, with a Disco, Buffet and a Raffle for Club Funds.
> TICKETS will be available from your Captains - Price £10 (including Buffet)
> DRESS CODE - Smart Casual
> TIMING - 7.30 - 12am
> RAFFLE - Please all bring along a prize so we can run a raffle for the all important Club Funds
As is customary at our Annual Dinners, we congratulate those members of the club whom we think have played the hardest, improved the most and contributed the greatest towards the life of the Norwich Dragons HC. It's now up to you to vote for your favourite members to be awarded trophies at this years dinner on the 23rd of April. Please could you all submit names for the following: 1) Team player of the year (please vote for a person from the team that you have represented most often during the season) 2) Most improved player (there is one award each for the most improved lady and most improved man) 3) Club person of the year (any member of the NDHC whom you think is deserving) Please send your votes to caroline@uv6.com no later than 20th April.
Promotion secured for the Ladies 1s
Congratulations to our Ladies 1st XI who clinched promotion with a 3-0 victory last Saturday, 13th March, away against Yarmouth. I know we're all hoping results in the last 2 games mean they can finish in style as champions.
Promotion secured for the Mens 1s
Congratulations to our Mens 1st XI who clinched promotion with a 5-1 victory last Saturday, 6th March. The convincing victory took Dragons past the 100-goal mark for the season and with title rivals Harleston Magpies III losing, they now stand two points behind the leaders with a game in hand. EDP article.
EDP Rising Stars Article
Keep you eyes peeled for a piece in the EDP's Rising Stars, not that Hazel and Mike (recently joined by John Butler) are the Rising Stars, but the children they are coaching could be!
Dragon's School Hockey Sessions Roaring Success
Norwich Dragons Hockey Club members Mike Banham and Hazel Medler provided hockey coaching sessions for over 100 Norwich school children last term and aim to continue through the remainder of this school year. Using England Hockey's 'Quicksticks' hockey sets supplied by the Norwich School Sport Partnership, children in Year 5 at Cavell and Lakenham Primary Schools have already benefited from the free sessions, with Bignold Primary being added to the programme this term.
The coaches and teachers, as well as the children, enjoy the sessions which provide the youngsters with an opportunity to experience hockey, in many cases, for the first time. After the 8 week programme at the school the children have the option to continue receiving coaching through the Young Dragons sessions at Lionwood School, run by other volunteers from Norwich Dragons Hockey Club. It is also hoped that the experience gained by the teachers will enable them to continue to offer hockey as a sporting option for the youngsters at school.
Commenting on the Programme, Mike Hardy, President of Norwich Dragons Hockey Club said, "The work that Mike and Hazel are doing is a superb example of the enthusiasm the Club has for growing the Olympic sport of hockey in the Norwich area. With a new Hockey Centre proposed for the Hewett School site later in 2010, we aim to bring hockey to many more members of the community in the lead up to 2012. Through the work with the schools as well as the Young Dragons sessions we hope several youngsters will be inspired to take up the game and perhaps we will find a future Olympian amongst them!".
Further details of the school sessions are available from Hazel Medler at hazelmedler@btinternet.com or for the Young Dragons coaching sessions contact Natalie Beal at nat_beal@hotmail.com or visit the websitewww.norwichdragonshc.co.uk.
Norwich Dragons Hockey Club achieves ClubsFirst Accreditation
It is with great pleasure that we can announce on 3rd February 2010, England Hockey confirmed our ClubsFirst accreditation in recognition of the work we are doing to create a safe, effective and child friendly hockey environment. This makes us one of just 6 Clubs in Norfolk and 24 in the East Region that have gained such accreditation and puts us firmly into the spotlight with Sport England and England Hockey. A big thank you to everyone that played their part in making this happen, especially Mike Hardy, without whom none of this would have happened.
The Club's policies, codes of conduct and procedures that support the accreditation can be found on the Club Policies page of the website.
One of the key points to remember is that any concerns or issues relating to safeguarding and protecting young people should be referred immediately to Natalie Beal (Club Welfare Officer), Angela Murgatroyd (Deputy Club Welfare Officer) or Hazel Medler (Club Development Officer), all of whom have been trained to deal with such matters.
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Young Dragons Tournament: 24/01/2010
Three teams were entered into a tournament held at Pelis last Sunday. Read all about the fantastic efforts made by each team by clicking on the links below.
Under 13 Boys
Level 1 coaching opportunity
We have a great opportunity for members to achieve their Level 1 Coaching Award in Norfolk, at Kings Lynn. We may be able to secure some funding to support members wishing to achieve this qualification. Please click here to download more information. If you are interested please contact Mike Hardy by January 29th.
FITF Tour
It's that time of year again when we start thinking about tour. For new readers, this will be the 4th year we plan to go to Fun In The Forest....this time as reigning champions!!! A few details are below but if you're interested, or want to know more, please see Sue at training/matches or email suecullum74@gmail.com.
Where: Old Loughts Hockey Club, Loughton, Essex (just down the M11)
When: 28-31st May (the bank holiday weekend)
What: A hockey tournament with the emphasis definitely on fun (and snakey b)
How much: Initial cost of £60pp
Accommodation: Camping (but hotels are available nearby)
Open to: Anyone! As long as you're not a bloke (sorry chaps!)
Click on this link for further details FITF
or see the photos from previous tours here.
or talk to some of the survivors, including myself, Nat, Izzie, Louise and Heidi, amongst others.
Places for teams are on a first come first served basis so we'll need to get in quick. If you could let Sue know as soon as possible if you're interested that would be much appreciated.
Young Dragons Tournament: 24/01/2010
We are pleased to be taking part in a tournament this Sunday at Kings Lynn. A sign of our ever growing youth section is that we are entering 3 teams, girls and boys u11 and a Boys u13. A report will be posted here following the event. Good luck to you all and have fun !
EASY SEARCH - A step by step guide on how to register
1) TIME - Please aim to arive by 11.15am for a prompt 11.30am start. The playing sessions on the pitch will run until approx 3pm, after which there will be an opportunity to pop to the Kings Head for a social drink.
2) FORMAT - The day will consist of a number of half hour sessions on the pitch for the Ladies, Men and for our Young Dragons. This is an opportunity for each of you to play some games and for Team Captains to start to look at players and consider their squads for the coming season.
3) OTHER STUFF -
Cost - we will be charging £5 per person for the full day, to cover costs of pitch hire - this will be collected by your captain. Young Dragons £2.
Please bring a lunch with you to enjoy a picnic and get in the full spirit of the Club Day - why not bring a little extra to share around if possible!!
We will be handing out all important Club Membership forms for completion, along with details of when Annual Subscription payments are due and how you can pay - if you are able to bring cheque books on the day, we will be happy to start collecting your Subs.
Finally don't forget to bring you bags of old clothes etc. for our next Bag for the Future collection - Taff will be bringing her Lorry, so lets make sure we fill it up!!!
Fantastic news for Norwich Dragons Hockey Club as Norwich City Council granted Planning Permission for two hockey pitches at the Hewett School. Read the full Evening News article here.
3 August - Skills Training (Ladies & Older Young Dragons) starts Tuesdays at Hobart School Loddon (Men's Skills Training TBA)
4 September - Club Day from 12pm (details to be confirmed, will be for Men, Ladies & Young Dragons) at Hobart School
League Seasons Start -
Ladies 1s and 2s = 18 Sept
Ladies 3s = 25 Sept
Men's 1s, 2s & 3s = 25 Sept
Friendlies will be arranged in the weeks leading up to the start of the season and fixtures will be published as soon as available.
The annual tournament against UEA was held on Sunday 6th June at UEA. The day certainly was drier than last year; for the first part anyway.
Below are the scores and scorers. Goals galore!
Ladies 1/2s
3-1 win
Nat (2), Gail.
Ladies 2/3s
3-2 loss
Jade (2)
Men's 1/2s
4-3 loss
Damien, Rupert (2)
Men's 2/3s
4-2 loss
Ricky, James
Mixed
2-2 draw (match abandonned due to Thunderstorm!)
Lois (2)
So, we lost the competition and UEA retained the cup and got the cheap bubbly for the second year in a row.
Despite the loss, good fun was had by all.
Thanks to the players and the supporters and the captains for sorting teams and teas.
We'll have them next year...!!
Please note the meet time is 12.30pm (at UEA) with games starting shortly afterwards. Teas will be provided after the matches so please do stay around for these.
If you are available to play, and haven't done so already, please contact your captain (see below) as soon as possible.
Ladies 1 - Hans Roney
Ladies 2 - Taff
Ladies 3 - Nic Harrison
Mens 1 - Ed Smith
Mens 2 - Simon Nisbet
Mens 3 - George Walker
managed to score 3 goals with no reply from the Dragons. Fred was back in goal and pulled off some great saves, but Watton managed to fill the Dragons D with players. Adam managed to make a superb goal-line clearance and also made a great break through all the Watton players only to be prevented from scoring by the Watton keeper. Man of the Match for this game was Adam.
Ladies 1s - Tash Blyth
4th May 20.40 and 21.30
11th May 19.25 and 21.05
25th May 19.50 and 21.30
15th June 20.40 and 21.30
29th June 21.05 and 21.30
6th July 19.25, 20.15 and 21.05
Items for the agenda should be submitted to the secretary by email (caroline@uv6.com) by the 4th May please. The final agenda and details of which room we will be in will be circulated nearer the time.
Amongst the usual reports and filling of committee positions our President, Mike Hardy, will give an update on the New Pitch project, and the proposed plans will be on view. The latest figures on our fund raising efforts will also be announced.
We hope to see you all there!
Mixed Summer League
This is happening once again, at Loddon, on Tuesday and Wednesday evenings. First game is likely to be May 11th. Anyone interested should contact Tash on 07725 230886.
The format will be like last year...
Men and Ladies 1s/2s
Men and Ladies 2s/3s
A mixed game as a decider.
More nearer the time!
Norwich travelled to Ipswich knowing that a win would seal the league title for them, promotion to Division 2N being secured a few weeks previously. Dragons dominated the game, scoring early, restricting Ipswich to little attacking play and reaching a comfortable 0-4 score at halftime. In the second half Dragons turned on the pressure, scoring a further 10 goals, though conceeding a late penalty corner to Ipswich to make the score 1-14 in Dragons favour. Scorers were Bunting (4), Snelling (4), Bell (3), Gould, Knights and Wagstaff.
The 2009-2010 season has been a season of hard work on and off the pitch for Norwich Dragons and the club has sought to build for the future, following its creation through merger of the Norwich Union mens and ladies clubs after the closure of Pinebanks. Off the pitch the club has started and grown it's junior section and gained ClubsFirst accreditation from England Hockey showing it is working towards as safe, effective and child friendly hockey environment. The club has also held many fund raising events as it seeks to raise funds for a new pitch that is to be built on the Hewitt school site. On the pitch both mens and ladies 1st teams have won their leagues. The club would like to thank the many people who have helped out over the season as well as those who have umpired and coached for them.
| Norwich Dragons Hockey Club are deeply saddened to learn of the untimely passing of one of their club members, Becky Thorpe. |
NDHC Ladies 1s win league
Important Date for your Diaries:
NORWICH DRAGONS HOCKEY CLUB AWARDS NIGHT - FRIDAY 23RD APRIL @ 7.30PM - HOG IN ARMOUR
NB - This is St George's Day so any St George / Dragons themes would be welcome!!!
By request, this year's Awards Night will be a more informal Buffet event at the Hog In Armour (City Centre), where we will have the room upstairs, with a Disco, Buffet and a Raffle for Club Funds.
> TICKETS will be available from your Captains - Price £10 (including Buffet)
> DRESS CODE - Smart Casual
> TIMING - 7.30 - 12am
> RAFFLE - Please all bring along a prize so we can run a raffle for the all important Club Funds
EDP Rising Stars Article
Dragon's School Hockey Sessions Roaring Success
Norwich Dragons Hockey Club members Mike Banham and Hazel Medler provided hockey coaching sessions for over 100 Norwich school children last term and aim to continue through the remainder of this school year. Using England Hockey's 'Quicksticks' hockey sets supplied by the Norwich School Sport Partnership, children in Year 5 at Cavell and Lakenham Primary Schools have already benefited from the free sessions, with Bignold Primary being added to the programme this term.
The coaches and teachers, as well as the children, enjoy the sessions which provide the youngsters with an opportunity to experience hockey, in many cases, for the first time. After the 8 week programme at the school the children have the option to continue receiving coaching through the Young Dragons sessions at Lionwood School, run by other volunteers from Norwich Dragons Hockey Club. It is also hoped that the experience gained by the teachers will enable them to continue to offer hockey as a sporting option for the youngsters at school.
Commenting on the Programme, Mike Hardy, President of Norwich Dragons Hockey Club said, "The work that Mike and Hazel are doing is a superb example of the enthusiasm the Club has for growing the Olympic sport of hockey in the Norwich area. With a new Hockey Centre proposed for the Hewett School site later in 2010, we aim to bring hockey to many more members of the community in the lead up to 2012. Through the work with the schools as well as the Young Dragons sessions we hope several youngsters will be inspired to take up the game and perhaps we will find a future Olympian amongst them!".
Further details of the school sessions are available from Hazel Medler at hazelmedler@btinternet.com or for the Young Dragons coaching sessions contact Natalie Beal at nat_beal@hotmail.com or visit the websitewww.norwichdragonshc.co.uk.
It is with great pleasure that we can announce on 3rd February 2010, England Hockey confirmed our ClubsFirst accreditation in recognition of the work we are doing to create a safe, effective and child friendly hockey environment. This makes us one of just 6 Clubs in Norfolk and 24 in the East Region that have gained such accreditation and puts us firmly into the spotlight with Sport England and England Hockey. A big thank you to everyone that played their part in making this happen, especially Mike Hardy, without whom none of this would have happened.
The Club's policies, codes of conduct and procedures that support the accreditation can be found on the Club Policies page of the website.
One of the key points to remember is that any concerns or issues relating to safeguarding and protecting young people should be referred immediately to Natalie Beal (Club Welfare Officer), Angela Murgatroyd (Deputy Club Welfare Officer) or Hazel Medler (Club Development Officer), all of whom have been trained to deal with such matters.
Young Dragons Tournament: 24/01/2010
Three teams were entered into a tournament held at Pelis last Sunday. Read all about the fantastic efforts made by each team by clicking on the links below.
Level 1 coaching opportunity
We have a great opportunity for members to achieve their Level 1 Coaching Award in Norfolk, at Kings Lynn. We may be able to secure some funding to support members wishing to achieve this qualification. Please click here to download more information. If you are interested please contact Mike Hardy by January 29th.
FITF Tour
Where: Old Loughts Hockey Club, Loughton, Essex (just down the M11)
When: 28-31st May (the bank holiday weekend)
What: A hockey tournament with the emphasis definitely on fun (and snakey b)
How much: Initial cost of £60pp
Accommodation: Camping (but hotels are available nearby)
Open to: Anyone! As long as you're not a bloke (sorry chaps!)
Click on this link for further details FITF
or see the photos from previous tours here.
or talk to some of the survivors, including myself, Nat, Izzie, Louise and Heidi, amongst others.
Places for teams are on a first come first served basis so we'll need to get in quick. If you could let Sue know as soon as possible if you're interested that would be much appreciated.
Rather than using Google to search for websites use ‘Easy Search’ instead. It raises money for us every search you make.
- Go to www.easysearch.org.uk
- Select ‘Norwich Dragons Hockey Club’ as the Organisation you wish to raise funds for.
- Make EasySearch your homepage using the link on the screen.
EASY FUNDRAISING - A step by step guide on how to register
It will cost you nothing to do this, just a minute of your time. Rather than go direct to the retailer get there via Easy Fund raising. You still pay the same amount for your purchase but the company you are buying from donate a % to us. Easy.
- Go to www.easyfundraising.org.uk
- Click on ‘Register’ (top left) or ‘Register as a user’
- Select ‘Norwich Dragons Hockey Club’ as the Organisation that you wish to support.
- Complete your details such as name and email address in the other boxes.
- Click 'Accept & Register'
- IT’S THAT EASY!!
- Next time you are buying something via the internet go to easyfundraising.org.uk first and find the retailer by using the search box in the top left or via the categories down the left hand side.
- You can also add ‘easyfundraising.org.uk’ to your favourites for easy access or even as your homepage.
