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12 May 2025
It is with great sadness that we share the passing of Doug Davies. After a long battle with cancer, Doug passed away peacefully on Friday morning, 9th April 2025 with his family by his side. He was the best husband to Sue and dad to Kathryn and James.—a truly great man who was deeply loved by so many.
Doug’s warmth, humour, and generosity of spirit touched everyone who knew him. He had an incredible ability to connect with people and was always willing to lend a hand or offer a kind word. His strength and resilience throughout his illness were nothing short of inspiring.
Doug was introduced to Underwater Hockey through his children and soon found himself in the pool alongside them, playing for the Phoenix Underwater Hockey Club. His passion for the sport and dedication to the community led him to join the Wellington Underwater Hockey Committee, where he initially served as Treasurer. For the past three years, Doug proudly took on the role of Chair, providing thoughtful leadership and unwavering support to players, volunteers, and fellow committee members.
Doug's legacy will live on through the lives he touched—on the pool deck, in his community, and most of all, in his family. We will miss his steady presence, his laugh, and the love he gave so freely.
Rest in peace, Doug.
It is with great sadness that we share the passing of Doug Davies. After a long battle with cancer, Doug passed away peacefully on Friday morning, 9th April 2025 with his family by his side. He was the best husband to Sue and dad to Kathryn and James.—a truly great man who was deeply loved by so many.
Doug’s warmth, humour, and generosity of spirit touched everyone who knew him. He had an incredible ability to connect with people and was always willing to lend a hand or offer a kind word. His strength and resilience throughout his illness were nothing short of inspiring.
Doug was introduced to Underwater Hockey through his children and soon found himself in the pool alongside them, playing for the Phoenix Underwater Hockey Club. His passion for the sport and dedication to the community led him to join the Wellington Underwater Hockey Committee, where he initially served as Treasurer. For the past three years, Doug proudly took on the role of Chair, providing thoughtful leadership and unwavering support to players, volunteers, and fellow committee members.
Doug's legacy will live on through the lives he touched—on the pool deck, in his community, and most of all, in his family. We will miss his steady presence, his laugh, and the love he gave so freely.
Rest in peace, Doug.
10 March 2025
2025 has started off strong
2025 has started off strong
- the first club league of the year is underway
- Central Zone representative teams have been named and are preparing to compete at the upcoming Interzone Championships (to be held 21-23 March)
- Over this month we will have held 1x Mini have-a-go night and 3x mini league nights
29 November 2024
And that is a wrap for Wellington UWH for 2024. Our Clubs league officially finished off the last official activities for WUHA in 2024 last night. It has been a full on year with 4 tournaments held in Wellington along with our normal club, schools, mini and novice sessions going on. Here are some of the highlights:
And that is a wrap for Wellington UWH for 2024. Our Clubs league officially finished off the last official activities for WUHA in 2024 last night. It has been a full on year with 4 tournaments held in Wellington along with our normal club, schools, mini and novice sessions going on. Here are some of the highlights:
- Gold medals for our men’s A and Silver for our women’s A team in the 2024 NZ Interzone Championship
- Gold medals for our NZ U24 Men’s, NZ U24 Women’s and NZ U19 Men’s players, and Bronze medals for our U19 Women’s players, at the 2024 Age Group World Championships.
- Great turnout of Wellington Club teams at North Island Club and National Club Championship.
- Gold medals for our girl’s A and Bronze medals for our boy’s A teams in the 2024 U18 Championship.
- Successful Mini UWH league nights run by our Rangatahi Group.
- Record number of new recruits turning up for the Adults have a go sessions run in October/November.
3 November 2024
College Sport Wellington hosted its annual SPOTYS awards on Sunday the 3rd of November celebrating the brightest young sporting talents from around the Wellington region. Congratulations to the finalists and winners for Underwater Hockey 2024 Sportsperson of the Year Awards:
2024 Underwater Hockey Players of the Year:
College Sport Wellington hosted its annual SPOTYS awards on Sunday the 3rd of November celebrating the brightest young sporting talents from around the Wellington region. Congratulations to the finalists and winners for Underwater Hockey 2024 Sportsperson of the Year Awards:
2024 Underwater Hockey Players of the Year:
- Maddy Murdoch (Wellington High School)
- Cam Jones (Wellington College)
- Alice Egerton (Queen Margaret College), Paige Scoble (Wellington Girls' College), Maddy Murdoch (Wellington High School).
- Rylee Poki (Hutt International Boys' School), Cam Jones (Wellington College), Hamish Wright (Wellington College).
1 November 2024
WUHA held 4x adult Have-A-Go Sessions over October/November 2024. These sessions involved a mix of learning skills and games.
Approximately 25 new players attended. Overall the sessions were well received. We will continue to look at how best to foster new/returning adult players on a competitive and social basis in 2025.
WUHA held 4x adult Have-A-Go Sessions over October/November 2024. These sessions involved a mix of learning skills and games.
Approximately 25 new players attended. Overall the sessions were well received. We will continue to look at how best to foster new/returning adult players on a competitive and social basis in 2025.
2 May 2023.
WUHA are seeking enthusiastic and dedicated volunteers to join our team! As a committee member you will have the opportunity to contribute to our sport and make a positive impact in our community.
We are currently seeking:
· Treasurer (Accounting background preferable)
· Secretary
· Mini League Coordinator
If you would like to apply for one of these roles or would like to volunteer to assist the committee in another capacity, please email [email protected] with your contact details, the position you would like to be considered for, and a short description of your applicable skills/why you believe you would be suitable for the role/s.
Thank you for considering joining the WUHA committee. We look forward to hearing from you soon!
WUHA are seeking enthusiastic and dedicated volunteers to join our team! As a committee member you will have the opportunity to contribute to our sport and make a positive impact in our community.
We are currently seeking:
· Treasurer (Accounting background preferable)
· Secretary
· Mini League Coordinator
If you would like to apply for one of these roles or would like to volunteer to assist the committee in another capacity, please email [email protected] with your contact details, the position you would like to be considered for, and a short description of your applicable skills/why you believe you would be suitable for the role/s.
Thank you for considering joining the WUHA committee. We look forward to hearing from you soon!
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2023 U18 COACHES APPLICATTION
Do you have what it takes to coach a high performance team? WUHA is seeking coaches for the Central Zone U18 teams (Men's A&B and Women's A&B) teams for the U18 Interzone competition to be held in Wellington 21-23 October 2023. If you would like to be considered please complete this application form. https://forms.gle/fwGP2BD9EnEjkiUQ7 Any questions please contact [email protected] |
U18 DEVELOPMENT CAMP
Attention U18 UWH players! Registration is now open for the WUHA under 18 development camp to be held Sat 13 May 2.30 – 8.30pm at WRAC. This is your chance to build your skills, think strategically, and learn from experienced players and coaches. We have assembled a team of coaches and trainers who have a wealth of experience in UWH, and are committed to helping you achieve your potential. Throughout the camp, you will participate in a variety of activities, including skill-building drills, team-building exercises, and strategy sessions both in and out of the water. This is a great opportunity for players looking to trial for Central Zone and NZ representative teams this year and next or who are looking to gain experience and develop their UWH skills. The camp will be held at WRAC 2.30pm – 8.30pm on Saturday 13 May and costs $10 per player (plus pool entry to be paid at reception on the day). Registration is open to Senior Girls and Senior Open players. Registration closes Thur 11 May. To register, simply visit https://forms.gle/B521ukUDgZe8dcpb9, fill out the form, and submit your payment. We look forward to seeing you at our development camp and helping you take your game to the next level! |
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2022 Level 1 Referees Courses WUHA is now calling for applications for Level 1 referee courses. Spaces are limited to 32 per course. We would like to offer each senior secondary schools team 2 spots. First refs course theory sessions will be held on
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20 April 2021
2021/2022 Central Zone U18 Coaches & Managers Appointments
WUHA has put together a Coaching Sub-Committee which has been designed to develop a plan for getting continuity with the association's coaches and a plan on how best to help our U18 Teams and Coaches consistently achieve top results.
WUHA's aim is for all 4 teams to bring back medals from the U18 Interzone Tournament.
WUHA will be appointing U18 Coaches for a two year period moving forward. The rationale behind this is to help both the coaches and the players to develop strong game plans, skills and consistency for the players around what is required of them and strong working relationships between Players/Coaches.
WUHA is now calling for applications for coaches and assistant coaches for the 2021 and 2022 U18 Interzone Championships.
We will be appointing coaches as follows:
2021/2022 Central Zone U18 Coaches & Managers Appointments
WUHA has put together a Coaching Sub-Committee which has been designed to develop a plan for getting continuity with the association's coaches and a plan on how best to help our U18 Teams and Coaches consistently achieve top results.
WUHA's aim is for all 4 teams to bring back medals from the U18 Interzone Tournament.
WUHA will be appointing U18 Coaches for a two year period moving forward. The rationale behind this is to help both the coaches and the players to develop strong game plans, skills and consistency for the players around what is required of them and strong working relationships between Players/Coaches.
WUHA is now calling for applications for coaches and assistant coaches for the 2021 and 2022 U18 Interzone Championships.
We will be appointing coaches as follows:
- There will be a head coach for each grade (boys/girls). It is expected that the head coach will take the lead on coaching both teams in the grade, however at the tournament they will be responsible for coaching the A team. They will also be responsible for working with WUHA to develop a plan leading up to the tournament and into 2022.
- Once the head coach is appointed, WUHA will liaise with the coach and appoint 1 or 2 assistant coaches. The assistant coaches will work with the head coach and follow the head coaches coaching plan. They will be responsible for the B team at the tournament.
- The head coach will take on a leadership role to help develop the assistant coaches over the 2 year period WUHA hopes this new approach will mean that we will obtain better results in future events.
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11 April 2021
2021 New Zealand Interzone Championships NZ Interzones was held 9-11 April 2021 at the Wellington Regional Aquatic Centre. Congratulations to the Mens A team who won their final 2- nil against Northern A. 🥇🏆. The Women's A team also had a hard final against Northern A unfortunately losing 3-2. Both Central B Teams placed fifth with the Men's B team winning 5-1 against Southern B and the Women's B team beating Mid-Northern 2-Nil. Congratulations to all our representative players. |
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6 March 2021
Central Women's Teams for 2021 New Zealand Interzone Championships, 9-11 April, Wellington A Team Claire George, Josie Hunt, Zoe Houston, Cassie Clark, Anastasia Burn, Samantha Keene, Belle Burdon, Jane Nevin Wolf, Leah Chamberlin-Gunn, Eloise Sharpe B Team Tallulah Nemet-Sargent, Maia Nelson, Nydia Salmon, Kate Diack, Georgina Huttley, Abigail Burdon, Harriet Whitmore, Joy Yang, Emma Symonds, Angela Whiteman |
8 February 2021
Central Men's Teams for 2021 New Zealand Interzone Championships, 9-11 April, Wellington A Team Richard Maxwell, Ben Paviour-Smith, Jeremy Webster, Alistair Ford, Clark Samuel, Andre Heller, Nick Lowther, Richard Kay, Nick Healy,Devin Glover B Team Caelum de Vos, Thomas Marris-Craddock, Ben Cushman, Finn Hollingworth, Peter Thompson, Tate McGuinness, Fergus Bewley, Zac Howe. |
9 November 2020
31st Sportspersons of the Year Awards 2020
College Sport Wellington hosted it's annual Sportspersons of the Year award dinner on 8th November 2020. Congratulations to:
Volunteer of the Year
Jacqui Pennington (Hutt Valley High School)
College Sport Underwater Hockey Players of the Year
Belle Burdon (Wellington Girls’ College)- Finalists- Tallulah Nemet-Sargent (Queen Margaret), Matahi Pott (Wellington East),
Ben Stirling (Wellington College)- Finalists- Jamie Norris (Hutt International), Joseph Gundesen (St Pat's, Town),
31st Sportspersons of the Year Awards 2020
College Sport Wellington hosted it's annual Sportspersons of the Year award dinner on 8th November 2020. Congratulations to:
Volunteer of the Year
Jacqui Pennington (Hutt Valley High School)
College Sport Underwater Hockey Players of the Year
Belle Burdon (Wellington Girls’ College)- Finalists- Tallulah Nemet-Sargent (Queen Margaret), Matahi Pott (Wellington East),
Ben Stirling (Wellington College)- Finalists- Jamie Norris (Hutt International), Joseph Gundesen (St Pat's, Town),
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26 October 2020
2020 NZCT New Zealand U18 Interzone Championships NZ U18 Interzones was held 24-26 October 2020 at the Wellington Regional Aquatic Centre. This was a tough competition with the cancellation of nine UWHNZ competitions due to COVID-19 this year. The Central A Girls team had a hard fought final against Northern A unfortunately losing 4-Nil. The Central A Boys team who won the 3rd and 4th playoff against Northern B, 12- 1 . 🥇🏆. The B teams had some really close and tough matches with the Girls B Team beating Top of South 3-2 and the Boys B Teams placed sixth losing against Top of South 1-Nil Congratulations to all our representative players. |
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6 September 2020
Central Girl's u18 Teams for 2020 New Zealand Interzone Championships, 24-26 October, Wellington A Team Belle Burdon, Emma Egley, Georgina Huttley, Jessie Mckee, Kate Diack, Maisie Case, Matahi Severne, Milly Woodbury, Tallulah Nemet-Sargent, Zoe Houston B Team Eleanor Berry, Eva Duston-Fursman, Jade Stapleton, Jess Edmonds, Kara Menson, Maddie Diack, Mila Smith, Poppy Gane, Ruba Carruthers, Tiffany Kenyon |
7 September 2020
Central Boy's u18 Teams for 2020 New Zealand u18 Interzone Championships, 24-26 October, Wellington A Team Caelum de Vos, Sam Paviour-Smith, Lewie Harland, Nick Jones, Ben Stirling, Pakorn Putthapipat, Jacob Rhodes, archie Riley, William Thorpe, Joseph Gundesen B Team Carlos Relph, Olly Daly, Lucca Mansfield, Will Roff, Jed McLachland, Max Coram, Jack Randall, Tom Adams, Henry Murdoch, Mitchell Thomas-Beck, Zain Rabih |
11 August 2020
2020 Central Zone u18 Coaches Appointments
Congratulations to the following people who have been selected to coach U18s this year.
2020 Central Zone u18 Coaches Appointments
Congratulations to the following people who have been selected to coach U18s this year.
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u18 Boys A Team
Nick Healy , assisted by Alistair Ford u18 Boys B team Odette Ford-Brierley, assisted by Sian van Dyk |
u18 Girls A Team
Jack Whiterod and James Jose Keating (co-coaches) Assisted by Abigail Burdon u18 Girls B Team Harriet Whitmore assisted by Devin Glover and Abigail Burdon |
28 April 2019
Regional Interzones was held over the weekend. Congratulations to all who played over the weekend. Big congrats to the Mens A team who won their final in a nail biting final against Northern A. At full time it was 1 - 1 so into golden goal we went. After a hard fought 12 mins we managed to secure the win 2 - 1 🥇🏆.
The Women's A team also had a hard final against Northern A unfortunately losing 2 - 0.
The Men's B team beat Southern placing 5th and the Women's B team came 8th.
Congratulations again to all players.
Regional Interzones was held over the weekend. Congratulations to all who played over the weekend. Big congrats to the Mens A team who won their final in a nail biting final against Northern A. At full time it was 1 - 1 so into golden goal we went. After a hard fought 12 mins we managed to secure the win 2 - 1 🥇🏆.
The Women's A team also had a hard final against Northern A unfortunately losing 2 - 0.
The Men's B team beat Southern placing 5th and the Women's B team came 8th.
Congratulations again to all players.
7 November 2018
29th Sportspersons of the Year Awards 2018
College Sport Wellington hosted it's annual Sportspersons of the Year award dinner on 6th November 2018. Congratulations to:
Coach of the Year
Nicole Baker (Wellington East Girls'College)
College Sport Underwater Hockey Players of the Year
Charlotte Wilson (Hutt Valley High School)
Eli Campbell-Stokes (Hutt International)
29th Sportspersons of the Year Awards 2018
College Sport Wellington hosted it's annual Sportspersons of the Year award dinner on 6th November 2018. Congratulations to:
Coach of the Year
Nicole Baker (Wellington East Girls'College)
College Sport Underwater Hockey Players of the Year
Charlotte Wilson (Hutt Valley High School)
Eli Campbell-Stokes (Hutt International)
Coach of the Year: Nicole Baker
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Players of the Year :
Charlotte Wilson & Eli Campbell-Stokes
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