PLAY HOCKEY

Over 80,000 people across New Zealand play hockey every year between the summer and winter variations - and with over 30 Associations around the country there will be somewhere that you can play.

Whether it’s Small Sticks, Masters, Indoor, Outdoor, Para-Sticks or Walking Hockey, there’s a form of hockey for anyone, regardless of their age, gender, sexual orientation, ethnicity, culture or ability.

We’re working hard to develop and foster an inclusive and diverse sport that reflects our communities and ever-changing society. To read about what’s new check out our Open the Game section here.

Hockey New Zealand is actively looking at fresh ways to deliver the game to stay relevant in a constantly changing world. 

We’re striving to ensure our participants continue to enjoy the game through creating balance and nurturing talent at the right pace.

What we’re focused on

• Improving access for more participants

• Providing more locations to play hockey

• Lowering the cost to participate

• Improving diversity within hockey

• Balance is Better – long-term athlete development