Weekend Round-up

Ladies 1 v Sevenoaks 2     0 - 0

Ladies 2 v Waltham Forest 2   4 - 1

Ladies 3 v Redbridge & Ilford 2 7 – 0

Ladies 4 v Witham 3           5 - 1

Men's 2 v Hampstead and Westminster 3  4 - 1

Men's 3 v Old Southendians 2          4 - 0

Men's 4 v Wapping 8         1 - 1

Men's 5 v Wapping 9          3 - 1

Men's 6 v Brentwood 5       4 – 0

Men's 7 v Old Southendian 5            2 - 2

Men's 8 v Old Southendian 6            2 - 0

Sunday

Men's 1 v Bromley & Beckenham         5 - 1

Highlights

Ladies 1

In an enthralling clash at Luxborough Lane, two of the league’s early pacesetters could not be separated in an end to end game that surprisingly finished goalless.  Full report http://olhc.clubbuzz.co.uk/match_record/369226

Ladies 2

The proverbial bus scenario: none come along for ages and then 3 (or in this case 7) come all at once!

http://olhc.clubbuzz.co.uk/match_record/366881

Men’s 1

A really uplifing and committed win. A lot of really solid performances across the pitch.  We needed this to settle us down. The rest of the league now needs to look out!

Men’s 7

The second half was almost a repeat of the first, with Southend taking the lead from a short corner and the Woodsmen pulling level with Mark Barry also scoring his first of the season (in his first game).  http://olhc.clubbuzz.co.uk/match_record/371619

Level 1 Umpiring Couse Sunday 20th October

We are hosting another Level 1 umpiring course at the club on Sunday 20th October.  To book a place on this course click here

Ladies Selection Guidance

It's important when selecting squads that Captains, Coaches and Managers are transparent regarding how this is achieved. Some of you have a detailed understanding whilst others are new to Ladies Hockey and unclear on how selection takes place. Representatives from all 4 Ladies sides have met and discussed at length, what they think about when choosing teams. Below is a list of important considerations in the weekly selection process. No one point is more important than another, individuals are looked at holistically and all points are considered:

• Performance at matches
• Performance at training
• Training attendance
• Contribution to the team
• Availability for a team
• Availability for a variety of teams
• Flexibility on positions
• Punctuality of reply to availability request
• Punctuality to meet times
• Commitment to the club
• Longevity and history of commitment

Captains, Coaches and Managers are often asked why a certain player isn't in a higher team. It's at this point that people need to reflect on the above points and consider has the individual worked to promote themselves through these criteria? Most of us are happy in our teams and have built friendships over the years which make any change a challenge. Captains, Coaches and Managers will make every effort to ease movement between teams and reduce the stress this can cause. On a personal level, if you aspire to a higher team, you need to think about the above points to give yourself the best chance of moving up. 

If you have any concerns about selection, please approach your Captain, Coach or Manager as I am sure they will be happy to explain their reasoning. If you feel uncomfortable and would like to speak with someone outside of the team, please let me know. Players need to deliver certain expectations and in return Captains, Coaches and Managers will treat everyone respectfully and with fairness. If you have any questions regarding the selection guidance, please contact me. We are now 3 weeks into the season and squads are settling down. Whichever team you play for, you are valued and appreciated. Let’s make this a great season for Loughts Ladies.

Sam Gayler (Ladies Club Captain) samgayler@outlook.com 

Mental Health Awareness Session

Epping Forest District Council, Mind and Active Essex are working together to offer free Mental Health Awareness training to all Sports clubs and services within the district.

The training will be delivered by Mind and has been designed to help attendees:

• understand what mental health is and how to challenge stigma
• have a basic knowledge of some common mental health issues
• start to think about looking after own mental health and maintaining wellbeing
• have confidence to support someone who may be experiencing a mental health issue.

To book your free place and find out more, please click here

Half Term Hockey Camp

The Club will be running a two day hockey camp on 30th and 31st October.  £45 a day or £80 for two.  To register your interest email: camps@oldloughtonians.co.uk   

                                                                                                                                         

Coming up………………

19th October                         Club Social

30th & 31st October              Autumn Hockey Camp

 

 

Items for HH to office by Monday 10:00 please