Youth Section

Whitchurch Hockey Club welcomes young players from the age of 6. Our philosophy is that every player is important, every player should have the opportunity to play youth matches, and all our hockey is underpinned by a code of conduct based on the word "RESPECT" - Respect your team-mates, your opponents, your coaches, the umpires and officials. We also expect parents & guardians to follow the code of conduct. These are outlined in our annual newsletter.

We currently run 35 youth sides, we have approximately 360 boys & girls aged 6 to 18.

Depending on numbers in each age group membership is open to any young player wishing to join. This can be done by contacting This email address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it. . Please take note of the Youth Admission Policy when making enquiries

Youth Training times 2023/24 - 

Training starts week beginning 4th September 2023, full training schedule as below;

Under 8 Boys & Girls 5.00-6.00 at Whitchurch High School on Thursdays
Under 10 Boys & Girls 5.00-6.00 at Whitchurch High School on Thursdays
Under 11/12 Boys 5.00-6.00 at Whitchurch High School on Tuesdays
Under 11 Girls 4.30-5.30 at Welsh Institute of Sport (Sophia Gardens) on Tuesdays
Under 12 Girls 5.30-6.30 at Welsh Institute of Sport (Sophia Gardens) on Tuesdays
Under 13 Girls 5.00-6.00 at Whitchurch High School on Wednesdays
Under 13/14 Boys 6.00-7.00 at Whitchurch High School on Tuesdays
Under 15/16 Boys 7.00-8.00 at Whitchurch High School on Tuesdays
Under 14 Girls 6.00-7.00 at Whitchurch High School on Wednesdays
Under 15/16 Girls 5.00-6.00/6.00-7.00 at Welsh Institute of Sport (Sophia Gardens) on Mondays * split to be confirmed by Lead Coach

Dedicated GK training all ages (by invitation);

Boys 7.00-8.00 at Whitchurch High School on Tuesdays
Girls 6.00-7.00 at Whitchurch High School on Wednesdays

Please note there will no Youth Hockeys sessions:

- during October Half Term (wk beginning 30th October 2023)
- during February Half Term (wk beginning 12th February 2023)
- last session before Xmas break is Wk beginning 11th December 2023
- 1st session back after Xmas break is 8th January 2024
- last sessions of 23/24 Season will be wk beginning 18th March 2023

Lead Coaches for this year are the following:

Under 8 Boys & Girls : TBC
Under 10 Boys & Girls : Mathew Rapson
Under 11/12 Boys : Phil Graham
Under 11 Girls : TBC
Under 12 Girls : TBC
Under 13 Girls : TBC
Under 13/14 Boys : TBC
Under 14 Girls : Chris Banning/Neil Potter
Under 15/16 Boys : Rob Gilbertson
Under 15/16 Girls : TBC

Fixtures Dates for 23/24 Season

*Please note Fixtures maybe is subject to change & further details will be available via Spond/Lead Coaches as the dates approach.

DRESS CODE
Parents should ensure that their children dress appropriately when attending hockey training or matches. Base layers (Arms & Leggings) are recommended in the cold/inclement weather. Coats (preferably waterproof) are required for wet/cold weather.
All girls should be encouraged to wear skorts. Mouth-guards & hockey shin-pads are essential protective wear & MUST be worn, it is also advised that young players should wear hockey glove (s). It would be expected that all players will purchase
club kit.

Full WHC Kit - YC Sports are the appointed kit supplier for WHC for 2023-24 Season, please see the page on Kit.  Full information on YC Sports & their hockey range available can be found on YC Sports website, members will get up to 20% discount on hockey sticks, equipment and shoes on production of WRSSC membership card in store. If you have any questions please do not hesitate to contact This email address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it. directly.

Need help:

-Coaching queries - the lead coach
-Payment or membership questions – Vikki Stroud

You should all be aware that our Safeguarding Officer is Vikki Stroud. Any issues that you have concerning your child’s welfare at WHC should be raised, contact details as below:
• Vikki Stroud – This email address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it. 07968482220

All other Youth hockey queries should be addressed to Chris Despres, please see contact details below;

Address: 31, Lon Ysgubor, Rhiwbina, CARDIFF, CF14 6SF
Email: This email address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it.
Landline: 02920 752022
Mobile: 07906-324943