Content on this page is split into five sections:
1. National Masters. 2. International Masters 3. Archival Information 4. Masters Council 5. News/Miscellaneous
1. NATIONAL MASTERS
The 2012 National Masters Hockey Tournament is being hosted by Hockey Manawatu. Matches will be played at the Endeavour Trust Twin Turf in Palmerston North and, if needed, the Halliwell Hockey Turf in Levin.
Tournament dates are confirmed as Sunday 4 to Saturday 10 March 2012.
Individuals interested in umpiring at Tournament should contact Graham Jackson (graham@hockeynz.co.nz or 027 222 4482) for information on how to apply. Thank you for your interest.
2012 National Masters Hockey Tournament - Accommodation Provider
Destination Manawatu is delighted to support the 2012 National Masters Hockey Tournament.
As part of our support we have a dedicated group accommodation specialist whose whole aim is to make your accommodation reservations in Palmerston North hassle free. All it takes is a quick email or phone call and Kathryn will take care of the rest. Forget all the headaches of finding the best venue for your needs; Kathryn knows all the properties inside out from Backpackers to small motels to hotels. She even knows the best meal options if that is what you require. Please copy the below link into your browser to access applicable rates available for you.
http://manawatunz.co.nz/2012_NZ_Hockey_Masters_Tournament.html
Accommodation will be limited so we recommend you make your preliminary team reservations now.
Phil Hildred
Manager
i-SITE Palmerston North
Destination Manawatu
P O Box 12005
PALMERSTON NORTH
Ph: + 64 6 350 1927
Fax: + 64 6 350 1801
email: kathryn@manawatunz.co.nz
For the 2011 Draw & Results click here. The draw for the 2012 tournament will be available from this page in the days leading up to the commencement of the tournament.
2. INTERNATIONAL MASTERS
For a list of the 2011 New Zealand Masters Teams CLICK HERE
2011
1. International Masters Hockey Tournament, Singapore 28 October - 5 November 2011
FINAL RESULTS (updated and corrected)
Men 40+: v Scotland - v Scotland - drew 1-1, v Singapore Dutch - won 5-0, v Malaysia - won 4-1, v Ireland - won 6-1, v England (final, for 1st/2nd) - lost 0-4. Silver medal
Men 45+: v Scotland - v Scotland - won 9-0, v Singapore - won 10-1, v England - drew 2-2, v Australia - won 4-1, v Singapore - won 6-1, v Australia (final, for 1st/2nd) - won, strokes, 5-4. Gold medal
Men 50+: v Malaysia - won 6-3, v Austria - won 9-0, v England - lost 0-4, v Singapore - won 8-0, v Australia - lost 3-5, v Scotland - won 4-1, . Bronze medal
Men 55+: v Singapore - won 3-2, v Scotland - drew 1-1, v Australia - drew 0-0, v England - lost 1-3, v England - lost 1-2. Bronze medal
Men60+: v Australia - lost 0-1, v England - lost 3-4, v Scotland - won 5-1, v Australia - drew 0-0, v England - lost 0-1, v Scotland won 7-0. Bronze medal.
2. The FIH 2012 Masters Hockey World Cup
Incorporates World Grand Masters Assn and International Masters Hockey Assn age groups
This will take place in England between the 13th and 26th August 2012*.
The tournament is to be split over two venues just outside London, England – Oxford and Canterbury. Accommodation will be at the Athletes Village at the University of Kent.
Age Grades will be - Women: Over 40s, 45s, 50s and Men: Over 40s, 45s, 50s, 55s
(* The closing ceremony of the London, 2012, Olympics is 12 August, the opening of the Paralympics is 29 August. NZ teams to be entered will be determined by the Masters Council with playing numbers available for selection - to be called in February 2012 - being an influence on final decisions. To assist in decision making, a short on-line survey is being utilised in late November/early December to get an idea of numbers wishing to attend if selected).
3. Trans Tasman Challenge 2013
This was originally scheduled to be held in 2012, but to realign with other international tournaments, the next tournament is scheduled for 2013 and biennially after that. The 2013 tournament is due to be hosted by a New Zealand venue.
3. ARCHIVAL INFORMATION
Please CLICK HERE to view National Masters Hockey Tournament placings for previous years
Please CLICK HERE to view a listing of all official members of New Zealand Masters touring parties for previous years.
Please CLICK HERE to view a listing of all results of New Zealand Masters teams in international competition.
4. MASTERS COUNCIL
Masters Council Members
Craig Brett
Lloyd Hughes
Nellie MacDonald
Irene Ryan (Chairperson)
Doug Sommerville
Dorothy Walker
Lynda West
Council Administrator: Graham Jackson
Email: graham.jackson@hockeynz.co.nz
Mob: 027 222 4482
To contact any Council Members, please email Graham at the address above who will redirect your communications appropriately.
5. NEWS / MISCELLANEOUS
The Masters Council is currently calling for applications from suitable people to coach or manage NZ Masters teams in 2012.
Please contact Graham Jackson (contact details noted in the section above) for more information.
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