Bournemouth Hockey Club

Women and Girls Softball Cricket in Dorset this summer

15 Apr 2019

Ladies, do you fancy softball cricket this summer? 🏑➡️🏏? Softball cricket is a fun but competitive version of cricket and Bournemouth Cricket Club is looking for more female players. Women’s cricket is growing rapidly in Dorset. Last summer there were lots of festivals at local clubs. Players ranged from girls aged 12 to a grandmother over 70 who proceeded to whack the ball for six! Softball cricket festivals will be held at local clubs on Sundays and aim to have a fun, friendly, and family atmosphere. The rules of Softball cricket are different to hardball cricket and they allow players...

BHC and BDRC’s statements on proposed purchase of Chapel Gate by BU

18 Feb 2019

News

Many of you will have seen recent statements in the Bournemouth Echo, on websites and on social media, concerning the proposed purchase of Chapel Gate by Bournemouth University. It is important that we present a balanced view of the current situation and the expected future structure if the BU bid is successful. You can download a copy of both Bournemouth Hockey Club’s view and known facts about the BU bid, as prepared by Ian Barber (Chairman) and John Stuart (Vice Chairman), and the Bournemouth & District Recreational Charity’s (BDRC) statement from Trustees. Bournemouth Hockey Club Statement Statement from BHC Chairman...

Exclusive – FIH Pro League Hockey Family Window

11 Nov 2018

News

If you were unlucky in the public ballot, or didn’t apply but are still keen to attend one of the many FIH Pro League Hockey matches next year, then as a member of Bournemouth Hockey Club you can gain access to priority access before tickets finally go on general sale. Stands are selling out due to the high demand seen in the FIH Pro League ballot. We have a unique link to get the chance to purchase any remaining seats. England Hockey have made the Argentina Double Header available only to the Hockey Family during this window. Otherwise it’s sold out! The exclusive window...

Big Fat Christmas Quiz 2018

11 Nov 2018

ladies, Men's, Events

Dust off your Christmas jumpers and start the countdown to Christmas by taking part in our Big Fat Christmas Quiz! Date: Saturday 1st December Time: 7pm arrival for 7:30pm start Location: Bournemouth Sports Club, Chapel Gate Tickets: £10 per person Price includes entry to quiz and food, Tickets MUST be purchased in advance Food Turkey bap, cranberry stuffing, pig in blanket and chips. Vegetarian option available but MUST be pre-ordered. Teams: Max of 6 people per team. If you’d like to attend but don’t have 6 players, don’t worry, we’ll help make up the numbers on the night by helping...

Memberships have gone digital

14 Sep 2018

Juniors, ladies, Men's, Membership

This year Bournemouth Hockey Club’s membership process has gone digital! Following the launch of our new website last year, we’re now pleased to announce that the second stage in our digital journey is complete, online registration forms 😀 Thanks to the hard work of Kevin Candy, Junior Membership Secretary, and webmaster Gillian Forsyth, we now have an adult and junior registration form for ALL members to fill in. For anyone wishing to play hockey for Bournemouth this year, including attending training sessions, a registration form MUST be filled in. As well as registering your personal details, this form also contains membership...

BHC Club Day 9th September 2018

19 Aug 2018

News, Juniors, ladies, Men's, Events

And it’s that time of year again… CLUB DAY! A chance to dust off the hockey stick, get back into the competitive spirit and also enjoy a few beers and food with your friends and hockey family. SUNDAY 9th SEPT @ Chapel Gate 10:30am -2pm (There will also be a Men’s 1s game at 3pm) The schedule Players to arrive from 10:30 Please bring a white and a black top to play in Half pitches, 15-20 min mens, ladies & juniors games Astro based games & activities New kit available to collect New players registration Cricket/Hockey shop will be on...

AGM Announcement and Statement from BHC Chairman

26 Jul 2018

News, Juniors, ladies, Men's

Dear Members The Bournemouth Hockey Club AGM will take place in the Garden Room at Chapel Gate on Monday 20th August at 7.00pm. With the new season not far away, there are lots of things to discuss and some important decisions to be made, so it is imperative that we have a strong representation from BHC members across all parts of the club. An important part of this meeting is the election of club officials to form the BHC committee. We are fortunate that a lot of the existing committee are prepared to continue to serve on the committee and...

Exciting National Cup Final to End a Fantastic Season for U18 Boys

13 May 2018

Boys, England Hockey, awards

After beating Havant in the Hampshire Cup on Monday, Bournemouth U18 Boys took on Marlow in the National Cup Final on Saturday 12th May. The final was played at the Lee Valley Hockey & Tennis Centre in the Olympic Park and venue for the forthcoming Women’s World Cup. Final Score: Full Time: 1-1 – Marlow WIN 3-1 on Shuttles. Full match report and highlight photos… After early exchanges Bournemouth found their form early on and looked comfortable in a very close game. Against the early run of play, Marlow went close to scoring but excellent work from Jezz Baker...