A Huge Thank You to New World Newlands – Supporting Our Junior Stars!

As we welcome back our junior teams for another exciting season of hockey, we’d like to extend a heartfelt thank you to New World Newlands for their generous support of our club.

Thanks to New World Newlands, each of our junior teams will be able to celebrate the effort, teamwork, and spirit of our young players with Player of the Day certificates. These small but meaningful tokens of recognition go a long way in encouraging our tamariki, building confidence, and keeping the fun at the heart of every game.

We’re incredibly grateful for local businesses like New World Newlands who continue to back grassroots sport and invest in the next generation of players. Your support helps us create a positive, community-focused environment where our juniors can thrive on and off the turf.

Here’s to another great season—see you on the field!

Huge congrats to our Northern United players named in the 2025 Wellington rep squads!

We’re absolutely stoked to see so many of our players recognised for their hard work and commitment this season.

Fredrich Schmidt, Henry O’Brien, Simon Korb, Zac Fowler, Jacob Eade, Adam Baker and JB Macadre have all been selected for the Wellington U18 Men’s Gold Team. On the women’s side, Yasmin Rodda has made the U18 Women’s Black Team, and Eliza Ho-Ng has been named in the Gold Team. Incredible mahi from everyone involved.

And it’s not just our U18s in the spotlight. A massive shout-out to Brayden Chapman-Taylor, who’s been named in the Wellington U16 Boys squad. Another exciting step forward in his hockey journey.

We’re also really proud to see Leah Murphy selected as co-coach for the U18 Men’s team. It’s fantastic to see our coaching talent getting recognition at this level too.

Getting picked for a rep team is no small feat. It takes talent, hard work and a heap of dedication. These players (and coach!) will now get the chance to test themselves at a national level and represent Wellington with pride.

The rep tournaments are just around the corner. The Vantage National U18 Champs run from 29 June to 5 July, with the boys heading to Timaru and the girls travelling to North Harbour. The U16 Boys will hit the turf in New Plymouth from 8–11 July.

We’re so proud to have such strong Northern representation across the board. Bring on the campaigns! Northern United is right behind you.

🏑 Junior Hockey Have-A-Go Day – Come Try It Out!

Saturday 26 April | 9:00 – 10:00am
National Hockey Stadium – Turf 1
Open to Years 3–8

Is your child curious about hockey? Or maybe they've had a go before and want to give it another shot? Our Junior Hockey Have-A-Go Day is the perfect chance for tamariki to try out the sport in a fun, supportive environment – no experience needed!

We’re inviting all keen kids in Years 3–8 to join us on Saturday 26 April from 9–10am at the National Hockey Stadium (Turf 1). Whether your child has played before or is completely new to the game, this event is a great way to get active, make new friends, and build confidence on the turf.

What to Expect:

• A relaxed and fun session run by friendly coaches

• Games and drills to learn basic hockey skills

• A mix of new players and returning ones

• Spare sticks available for those who don’t have their own

• Just bring a water bottle and sports gear

🎟 Tickets are $5 (+ booking fee) on Eventbrite – gate sales available on the day
👉 Book your ticket here

📝 Ready to Join the Club?

If your child enjoys the session and wants to play this season, head over to our Junior’s Page to sign up for the 2025 season!

We’d love to welcome some new faces to the Northern United whānau – come along, give it a go, and experience the fun of hockey!

🏑 Welcome to the 2025 Northern United Junior Hockey Season! 🏑

With the senior club hockey season already underway , it's time to get ready for our junior teams to hit the turf!

Whether you're a returning NUgget or new to the game, we’re excited to kick off another fantastic season of fun, teamwork, and skill-building.

Our junior teams cater to players in Years 3-8, providing a supportive and exciting environment to learn and compete. Games are held on Saturday mornings, and trainings on Wednesday evenings at Newlands College.

✨ Key Dates:
📅 Season Starts: Saturday, 3 May 2025
📝 Registrations Open: Friday, 4 April 2025

With the season fast approaching, now is the time to register! Visit our Junior Hockey page for all the details and sign up today.

Let’s make 2025 an unforgettable season—see you on the turf! 🚀🔥

Goalkeeper Training Session Recap – A Day of Learning and Fun!

Our goalkeeper training session on March 23rd was a huge success! With a fantastic turnout of goalies, the session was packed with skill-building, fast-paced drills, and plenty of laughs along the way.

Led by experienced coaches, our keepers worked on key techniques such as footwork, positioning, and reaction saves. It was great to see so much energy and enthusiasm on display!

A big thank you to our coaching team, Julia, Andy and Cam for running such a well-structured session and to all the goalkeepers who brought their A-game. Special shoutout to those who were trying out new skills and stepping out of their comfort zones—your hard work is paying off!

We’re looking forward to more dedicated goalkeeper sessions in the future, so stay tuned for upcoming training opportunities. If you have any feedback or areas you’d like to focus on in the next session, let us know!

🥅 Goalkeeper Training Session – March 23rd! 🥅

Calling all goalies! Don't miss this goalkeeper-specific training session with top-level coaching from:

🔹 Julia Gluyas – Recent Black Stick, Falcons, and Wellington representative keeper, Northern P1 Women’s team
🔹 Cameron Loader – Northern Men’s P1 goalkeeper
🔹 Andrew Webborn – Experienced goalkeeping coach from the UK

📅 Date: Sunday, March 23rd
📍 Location: NHS1
⏰ Time: 1:00 PM – 3:00 PM

⚠️ Limited spots available! To secure your place, RSVP by Thursday, 19 March 2025 to info@northernunited.co.nz

This is a fantastic opportunity to sharpen your skills with expert coaching—see you there! 🏑💪

Julia Gluyas Selected for New Zealand A Team

Northern United’s own Julia Gluyas is off on another incredible adventure, this time heading to China with the New Zealand A team for the Two Lakes Innovation Cup! Fresh off her Black Sticks debut earlier this year, Julia’s selection is another massive achievement and a reflection of the hard work and dedication she puts into her game.

The Two Lakes Innovation Cup will see Julia and her teammates taking on top-tier competition in an exciting international setting. It’s an awesome chance for her to gain more experience at a high-performance level while representing New Zealand on the world stage.

Julia continues to make us all proud. Her journey is a testament to grit, passion, and pure talent, and we have no doubt she’ll give it everything she’s got over in China.

Huge congrats, Julia! Your Northern United whānau is backing you all the way.

Northern United Teams Taking Shape for 2025

After an exciting trial period and strong turnout across the board, Northern United is finalizing teams for the 2025 season. With the expansion into P2 for the Women’s side of the club and a competitive Men’s squad, the club is looking forward to another big year on the turf.

Over the past few weeks, our selectors, coaches, and management have been working hard to assess players and create well-balanced teams that will give us the best chance of success this season. It’s been fantastic to see both returning players and new faces stepping up and showcasing their skills.

Thank You

A huge thank you to everyone who trialled with us this year. Your effort, dedication, and passion for the game made the selection process both exciting and challenging. We appreciate the commitment you’ve shown to Northern United.

What’s Next?

Team announcements will be released soon, so keep an eye on our website and social media for updates. Once teams are confirmed, coaches will be in touch with details about preseason training, key dates, and expectations for the year ahead.

With the club continuing to grow, we’re excited about the depth and potential in our squads for 2025. Whether you’re a seasoned player or a fresh recruit, we’re looking forward to seeing everyone in action and making this season another one to remember.

Stay tuned for updates, and we can’t wait to get things underway!

Northern United Enters a Premier 2 Women’s Team!

Exciting news from Wellington Hockey Association, as we gear up for the 2025 season! We are thrilled to announce that Northern United will now have teams competing in the Premier 1, Premier 2, and Premier 3 Women’s Open Grade competitions.

This marks a significant milestone for our club, providing more opportunities for players to compete at different levels and continue their development within the Northern United environment. After a successful 2024 season, including our Premier 1 Women winning the Intercity competition and making the finals, this move further strengthens our club’s presence.

Our existing Premier 3 Gold team will be moving up to the Premier 2 grade, ensuring a clear pathway for players aspiring to reach the highest levels of competition while also maintaining our competitiveness across all grades. This shift reflects the depth of talent within our player base.

With preseason just around the corner, now is the perfect time to get involved! Whether you’re a returning player or new to the club, we encourage you to be part of Northern United’s exciting future.

Trials for the 2025 season are coming up soon! If you’re interested in joining one of our teams, make sure to register and attend. Find all the details and sign up here: Northern United Trials 2025.

Let’s make 2025 another unforgettable season!

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Dust Off Day – A Fantastic Start to the 2025 Season!

What a day! Our Dust Off Day was a huge success, with players new and old hitting the turf, shaking off the rust, and getting back into the swing of things. Despite the scorching heat, everyone put in a solid effort, and the energy on the turf was awesome to see!

A big thank you to everyone who came along, our amazing coaches and volunteers who helped make the day run smoothly, and Northern’s community for bringing the passion. To top it all off, we wrapped up the day with a well-earned post-game BBQ and drinks, making for the perfect way to cool down and catch up.

Now that the dust has settled, it’s time to focus on the next big step – trials! If you’re keen to play for Northern this season, make sure you register and attend. Full details here: Northern United Trials 2025.

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