Hampshire U17s Head to Nationals at Nottingham Hockey Centre
The return of the County Championships sees Hampshire U17 Boys and Girls ready to compete on the national stage
TL;DR:
- Hampshire U17 Girls and Boys selected to compete at National County Championships
- Event runs 29–31 July at Nottingham Hockey Centre
- Girls face Essex, Kent, Lancashire, Gloucestershire, and North Yorkshire in their pool
- The Boys' pool includes Gloucestershire, Cambridgeshire, and West Yorkshire
- Full squads announced – good luck to all players!
After a 25-year break, the National County Championships are back — and Hampshire is proud to be sending two squads to compete: an U17 Girls' team and an U17 Boys' team.
This exciting new chapter takes place from 29–31 July at Nottingham Hockey Centre — the country’s premier hockey venue and home to Beeston Hockey Club, the University of Nottingham, and Nottingham High School. Set in the scenic Highfields Park, the centre boasts six pitches, a large clubhouse with changing rooms, a medical room, a hockey shop, and even its own pub, The Stick and Pitcher.
Why it matters
These Championships are more than just a tournament. They offer young players the chance to play representative hockey at a national level, outside of club or Talent Academy pathways. County hockey continues to provide opportunities for talented players to compete, grow, and be part of something special — even if they never reach a national final or Talent Academy place.
Hampshire’s U17 Girls will be facing strong competition in their pool, taking on Lancashire, Gloucestershire, Essex, Kent, and North Yorkshire.
Meanwhile, the U17 Boys are up against Gloucestershire, Cambridgeshire, and West Yorkshire. With three full days of competitive fixtures ahead, it’s set to be an unforgettable experience.
Venue & Accommodation
All players and staff will be based at the nearby University Park Campus, just a 15-minute walk from the venue. The student halls offer single-occupancy rooms (a mix of en-suite and shared bathrooms), with breakfast included and Wi-Fi available.
Lunches are provided at the pitch, typically including a sandwich, fruit, crisps, chocolate bar and water. All dietary needs are catered for. Match schedules and live results will be available via Tournify.
Hampshire U17 Girls Squad
- Alice Banwell
- Sophia Creswell
- Hannah Dudman
- Jessica Dudman
- Elspeth Duncan
- Evie Fairhurst
- Grace Geddes
- Ellie Gibson
- Poppy Markby
- Meggie Moulds
- Ella Mae Munday
- Niamh O'Meara
- Jenna Rabani
- Polly Jemima Rider
- Alice Simpson
- Emily Swain
- Tilly Wimshurst
- Matilda Wroath Hickley
Hampshire U17 Boys Squad
- Milo Brailey
- James Clark
- Oliver Corrie
- Eoin Cusack
- Hayden Ewing
- Nathan Foster
- Spencer Hawes
- Campbell Hope-MacLellan
- Riley Huddlestone
- Charlie Kavanagh
- Ethan Mal
- Oscar Purser
- Henry Sadler
- Edward Swift
- William Vincent
- Harry West
- Henry Wood
- Sebastian Zwolinski
Reserves:
- Elliott Hart
- Cian Smallwood-Butler
All of us at Hampshire Hockey are incredibly proud of these young athletes for their hard work, dedication, and determination in earning their place to represent the county at this inaugural national championship.
The teams will be coached and supported by an excellent staff team led by David Miles, Hampshire Player Pathway’s Performance Director.
We wish all players the very best of luck — enjoy every moment, compete with pride, and make Hampshire proud!
We’ll be sharing updates and results on this website once the championship is completed. Stay tuned!
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