Category: IPT

WPGM IPT 2026 Teams Announcement

We are proud to announce the official squads representing WPGM at the upcoming provincial tournament!

Representing WPGM at this level is testament to your hard work, consistency, and dedication to the game. Wearing the provincial colours is both a high honour and a significant responsibility, and we have full confidence in all the team’s ability to compete at the highest level.

We are particularly proud to be sending a ladies team to this years tournament.

📋 The Road to the Tournament

The real work preparing for the tournament has begun. To ensure we perform at our peak, we encourage every player to:

  • Prioritise Preparation: Treat every practice session with the intensity of a final match.
  • Focus on Fundamentals: Refine the basics so they remain sharp under pressure.
  • Build Team Synergy: Support your teammates and foster the chemistry that wins games.

🍀 Good Luck!

Go out there and play with heart, discipline, and the sportsmanship that WPGM is known for. Enjoy every moment of the experience—you’ve earned
it.

Ladies 55/60+

Liz Brink (GK)
Ally du Plooy
Anna-Maree Uys
Becky Blaauw
Catherine Hishin
Christine Jacobs
Elvira Ryan
Lita Roux
Lynne Bredell
Maria Wilken
Mollie Smuts
Ruth Butters
Sharon Abbott
Stella Rossouw
Wendy Payne

Manager: Jenny Pritchard

Mens 55+

Karl Luff (GK)
Allan Isaacs
Brian Goemans
Craig Rieder
Darren Bunker
Deon Maart
Grant Munro
Jan Taljaard
Martin Duys
Neil van Blerk
Pierre Phillipps
Richard Wells
Rowland Graney
Tom Southwood
Vinnie Orchard
Warren Machanik

Manager: TBC

Mens 60+

Keven Green (GK)
Andy Mallett
Clinton Brown
Dave McKechnie
Glenn Turner
Graeme Eadie
Ian Raeburn
Leo Nolan
Leon Lategan
Luigi Tollon
Peter Kratz
Shaun Bougard
Stephen Dugmore
Tony Rushton
Wayne Keys
Wayne Sorour

Manager: TBC

Mens 65+

Derek McMahon (GK)
Andreas Redenz
Bryan Webster
Gary Frayne
John Lachenicht
John Masters
Mark Delbridge
Mark Watson
Moir Scholtz
Patrick Owen
Peter Johnston
Ray du Plooy
Roger Wood
Tony Barbour
Trevor Knight

Manager: TBC

Mens 70+

Robbie Gracie (GK)
Dennis Forster
Dereck Marnewick (TBC)
Edmund Fisher
Gabriël de Vos Smit
Glyn Bedford
Grant Irlam
Gys Cilliers (TBC)
John Donald
Lindsay Halkett
Robert Commin
Roy Bisset (TBC)
Stephen Kelly

Manager: Noreen Wonnacott

Updated WPGM Sept/Oct 2025 Mini Match Schedule

After considering a number of options the Summer of 2025 6s has been changed.

Points to note

  • The original programme assumed enough players to cover 80 %+ of matches.
  • Fewer players than expected mean Hartleyvale is no longer required as a venue.
  • Scheduling follows admin polls but Hartleyvale groups will train at CC without major time changes.
  • To maximise active playing time, most matches use 6 v 6; 70s and Ladies may use 6 v 6, 7 v 7 or 8 v 8.
  • Late replies won’t be penalised, but admins should track who’s confirmed to avoid unconsented time-slot changes.

Numbers for Monday 22 and Thursday 25

GroupMonday 22Thursday 25
55s1415
Ladies124
60s16+16+
65s1111
70s86

Monday 22 September

Venue / TimeMatchGroupApprox numbersNotes / Suggestions
WPCC 18h15 – 18h55Match 160s1660s split into 3 groups – two equal sides play each other; admin invites subs as needed
WPCC 18h15 – 18h55Match 260s & 65s6 v 6Third 60s group plays 6 v 65s
WPCC 18h56 – 19h36Match 370s & 65s8 & 6All 70s play six 65s
WPCC 18h56 – 19h36Match 455s1455s split into 3 groups for a round robin over both slots; subs invited as needed
WPCC 19h37 – 20h15Match 555s14Continuation of round robin
WPCC 19h37 – 20h15Match 6Ladies12Subs from other groups invited to ensure full sides

Thursday 25 September

Venue / TimeMatchGroupApprox numbersNotes / Suggestions
WPCC 18h15 – 18h55Match 155s1555s split into 3 groups – two play in Match 1, third plays in Match 2
WPCC 18h15 – 18h55Match 255s & 60s~5 v ~5/660s split into 3 groups – one plays 55s; two play each other; subs as needed
WPCC 18h56 – 19h36Match 360s16Two of the three 60s sides play each other
WPCC 18h56 – 19h36Match 465s11Two 65s sides play each other
WPCC 19h37 – 20h15Match 570s & Ladies6 & 4Admins invite subs to form full-field sides

Monday 29 September

Venue / TimeMatchGroupApprox numbersNotes / Suggestions
WPCC 18h15 – 18h55Match 1Ladies12–14Split into two sides; if numbers rise, form third group for Match 2
WPCC 18h15 – 18h55Match 270s6Subs invited to complete side
WPCC 18h56 – 19h36Match 355s14/15Split into 3 groups for round robin over two slots; subs invited as needed
WPCC 18h56 – 19h36Match 460s16+Two sides play each other
WPCC 19h37 – 20h15Match 555s14/15Two sides play each other
WPCC 19h37 – 20h15Match 665s11Two 65s sides play each other

Thursday 2 October

Venue / TimeMatchGroupApprox numbersNotes / Suggestions
WPCC 18h15 – 18h55Match 170s & Ladies & 65s4 & 4 & 665s split into 3 groups; one subs for 70s/Ladies
WPCC 18h15 – 18h55Match 265s10Two 65s sides play each other
WPCC 18h56 – 19h36Match 355s14/15Split into 3 groups for round robin over two slots
WPCC 18h56 – 19h36Match 460s16+Split into 3 groups for round robin over two slots
WPCC 19h37 – 20h15Match 555s14/15Split into 3 groups for round robin over two slots
WPCC 19h37 – 20h15Match 660s16+Split into 3 groups for round robin over two slots

Thursday 9 October

Venue / TimeMatchGroupApprox numbersNotes / Suggestions
WPCC 18h15 – 18h55Match 155s14/15Split into 3 groups – two play each other
WPCC 18h15 – 18h55Match 255s & 60s6 & 6Third 55s group plays one 60s group
WPCC 18h56 – 19h36Match 370s & Ladies6 & 4Play each other; subs invited as needed
WPCC 18h56 – 19h36Match 465s16–18Split into 3 groups for round robin over two slots
WPCC 19h37 – 20h15Match 560s16+Two sides play each other; extras fill 65s matches if needed
WPCC 19h37 – 20h15Match 665s16–18Split into 3 groups for round robin over two slots

Sept–Oct 2025 Mini Match Series: IPT Selection Starts Here

This has been updated please refer to the update:

Updated WPGM Sept/Oct 2025 Mini Match Schedule

It’s springtime! We’re kicking off our September–October Series, and this one’s a big deal—it’s the official selection process for the upcoming IPT (Inter-Provincial Tournament).

To be considered for an IPT squad, you’ll need to play in at least three out of the five matches. So, mark these dates on your calendar:

  • Monday, 22 September
  • Thursday, 25 September
  • Monday, 29 September
  • Thursday, 2 October
  • Thursday, 9 October

👥 Age Groups & Selectors

The teams will be split into age groups:

  • Men’s: 55s, 60s, 65s, 70s
  • Ladies: One group

Our selectors — John Shardlow and Nadine Dalling, with support from Dave McKechnie, Jigger Halkett, and Ally du Plooy — will be watching closely. Selectors will not select in a team for which they are eligible to play.

Teams will be announced in the first week of November.

🏟️ On the Field

Get ready for some fast-paced, competitive hockey! We’ll be playing half-field matches with smaller teams, focusing on building our short-game skills and fitness. This isn’t about winning or losing—it’s about showcasing your talent in a competitive setting.

On each of the evenings:

  • Hartleyvale: One of the matches will be a full 11-a-side game (or half-field, if that works better for your group).
  • WPCC: The other age groups will have multiple shorter, half-field matches.

Teams within age groups won’t be static—this gives us the flexibility to manage numbers and make sure everyone gets a chance to play.

Your age group admin will be in touch to confirm your availability for each match and keep you in the loop. Your admin will contact all players who signed up for SL and IPT by Wednesday, 10 September.

If you have not let us know you are keen to play Summer League or be considered for the IPT, please do that now.

🔁 Remember to bring both a white and a dark (black) shirt to every game.

☀️ Summer League Is Coming!

In other exciting news, our Summer League is right around the corner! The season is set to start on Wednesday, 16 October, and we’re aiming to have all seven teams finalised by the third week of September.

We can’t wait to see everyone out on the field—let’s have a great series!

📅 Match Schedule Overview

📅 Date🏟️ Venue / Time👥 Group🔢 Approx. Numbers
Mon 22 SepHartleyvale 18h3055s27 (*60s to sub if needed)
WPCC B 18h1560s14–16
WPCC B 18h1560s & 65s60s (6–7), 65s (6–7)
WPCC B 18h5670s14–16
WPCC B 18h5665s14–16
WPCC B 19h37Ladies12–14
Thu 25 SepHartleyvale 18h30Ladies26–28 (*subs on request)
WPCC B 18h1555s12–14
WPCC B 18h5660s14–16
WPCC B 18h5660s & 65s60s (6–7), 65s (6–7)
WPCC B 19h3770s14–16
WPCC B 19h3765s14–16
Mon 29 SepHartleyvale 18h3070s14–16 (*65s to sub if needed)
WPCC B 18h15Ladies12–14
WPCC B 18h5655s12–14
WPCC B 19h3760s & 65s60s (6–7), 65s (6–7)
Thu 2 OctHartleyvale 18h3060s22–23 (*55s to sub if needed)
WPCC B 18h1570s14–16
WPCC B 18h1565s14–16
WPCC B 18h56Ladies12–14
WPCC B 19h3755s12–14
Thu 9 OctHartleyvale 18h3065s & 60s65s (20), 60s (5)
WPCC B 18h1555s12–14
WPCC B 18h5670s14–16
WPCC B 18h5660s16–18
WPCC B 19h37Ladies12–14

Summer League & IPT Update

Dear Ladies and Gentlemen,

This update contains important information regarding the upcoming Summer League, the KZN IPT, and the IPT team selection process. We understand there’s a lot to take in, so further details may be released in stages.

📅 Calendar Overview

The timing of the IPT in KZN, affected by World Cup preparations, will influence our Summer League program. Below is the proposed schedule:

Date Range (2025/6)Event Description
Sept 25 – Oct 16Six-a-Side games (IPT selection + open participation for all members)
Oct 23 – Dec 11First round of WPGM Summer League (up to 7 teams, break during AMI week)
Dec / JanFestive Break
Jan 8 – Feb 25IPT preparation games, Sunday training, and the IPT
Feb 26 – April 9Second round of WPGM Summer League games

🧢 IPT Team Selection

Our goal is to send competitive teams in each age group (55+, 60+, 65+, and 70+) with the aim of winning their respective pools.

  • There will be no one-off trial.
  • Selectors will assess players during the Six-a-Side games in October.
  • All Western Province players are eligible, regardless of Grand Masters League participation.
  • Selection will be based on observed skills and fitness during games, as well as other established performance indicators.

In cases where age groups have too few or too many players, selectors and the WPGM committee will seek permission from IPT organisers to enter combined age group teams.

⚠️ Ladies’ support for the IPT is currently limited, so there may be only one combined team.

Players selected for a “medal” team must play within their designated age group if another eligible player is available.

📢 Teams will be announced by mid to late October.

🧑‍⚖️ Selectors

Selectors will be appointed once they confirm availability and are approved by the Committee. Importantly:

  • No selector will choose players for an age category in which they intend to play at the IPT.

April 2025 Important Updates You Won’t Want to Miss!

WPGM Members: Important Updates You Won’t Want to Miss!

Estimated Reading Time: 2 minutes (and worth every second!)

Dear WPGM Members,

We know life is busy, and between work, family, and trying to remember where you left your hockey stick, finding time to stay updated can feel like a challenge. But this post is important—promise! So, take a quick break, grab a cuppa (or something stronger), and give this a read. It’ll only take 2 minutes, and it’s packed with stuff you need to know.

1. SAGMHA Board Positions – Step Up and Make a Difference!

The SAGMHA Board is getting a refresh, and we need you to help shape the future of grand masters hockey. Elections are happening on 5 April at IPT, and there are several positions up for grabs. Whether you’re a seasoned organiser or just someone who loves the game and wants to contribute, we’d love to hear from you.

  • President: Barry Froneman
  • Treasurer: Piet Scholtz (available for next term)
  • Secretary (acting): Rob Birt (acted since 2024 AGM, not available)
  • Governance and Technology Administrator: Karl Luff
  • Playing Affairs Co-ordinators: Monty Schwegman (Men) & Shazi Barnard (Ladies) (both available for next term)
  • Marketing and Transformation: Not filled
  • Adhoc Regional Chairperson Representatives: Basil Evan (KZN) & Gary Talbot (EG) (still deciding availability)

If you’re interested or just want to chat about what’s involved, email us at secretary@wpgm.co.za. Don’t be shy—this is your chance to make a real impact!

2. Winter League Start Date – Plan Ahead!

Thanks to the flurry of public holidays right after IPT (4-6 April), we’ll be starting the Winter League on 5 May 2025.

Please hold off on replying with your availability—we’ll send a dedicated request this weekend. Depending on the response, we may need to split fixtures between WPCC and Hartleyvale. Keep an eye on your inbox for more details!

3. WPGMHA AGM – Your Club, Your Voice!

Our AGM will be held after the games on 5 May, and we’ll be electing a new committee. There are several positions to fill, and we need passionate members like you to step up and help keep WPGMHA running smoothly.

If you’re interested in getting involved (or just want to know what’s involved), drop us a line at secretary@wpgm.co.za.

Why This Matters

This isn’t just another update—it’s about your club, your hockey, and your chance to make a difference. Whether it’s joining the SAGMHA Board, planning for Winter League, or helping out at the AGM, your involvement keeps this community thriving.

So, take a moment to think about how you can contribute. And if you’ve read this far, thank you—you’re the reason WPGMHA is so special.

Let’s keep the momentum going as we head into IPT and beyond. Together, we can make this season the best one yet!

Cheers,

WPGM Committee

P.S. If you’re not volunteering, you’re volunteering to listen to everyone else’s excuses. Just saying. 😉

Stay tuned for more updates, and don’t forget to check your inbox this weekend for the Winter League availability request!

Summer League 24/25 Wrap-Up & What’s Next for WPGM Hockey

Estimated reading time: 2 minutes

The Summer League 24/25 has been an exciting journey, and it’s hard to believe it’s already coming to an end this Thursday, 20 February. As our first-ever mixed league, it’s been a fantastic learning experience, and we’re grateful for all the feedback—both positive and constructive—that we’ve received. Your input will help us make the upcoming Winter League even better!

Awards Night: Thursday, 20 February

To celebrate the end of the season, we’ll be handing out awards after the final game this Thursday. Make sure to stick around for the presentation of:

  • League Award
  • Top Goal Scorer Award
  • Best Team Spirit Award
  • A Special Award

It’s a great opportunity to celebrate the hard work and camaraderie of everyone involved, so don’t miss it!

What’s Next? IPT Prep Games & Warmups

Starting 27 February, we’ll transition into IPT Prep Games. For those not participating in IPT, we’re putting together an invitational side to play in the warmup games. Here’s the schedule:

  • Thursday, 27 February: Warmup games at WPCC
  • All Mondays in March (leading up to IPT): Games at WPCC and Hartleyvale

If you’re not already part of an IPT team representing WP, keep an eye out for a player poll on the Player Comms Group. The poll will be posted by the end of Sunday, so make sure to have your say! Not in the group yet? Join here: WhatsApp Group Link.

AGM Update

Our Annual General Meeting (AGM) has been delayed as we await the results of the SAGM AGM, which will be held at IPT this year. The new date for our AGM will be after the first game of the Winter League. We’ll share more details closer to the time.

Thank You!

A huge thank you to everyone who made the Summer League such a success—players, organizers, and supporters alike. We’re looking forward to wrapping up the season in style this Thursday and diving into the next phase of preparations for IPT and beyond.

See you on the field!

Best regards,

Your commitee

IPT 2025 Teams announcement

Firstly, thank you to everyone who came down to trials. It was a great turnout for the men. Here is some background on the selection process and the thinking of the selectors.

Firstly, we wanted to ensure that all the players who attended trials or said they were available were selected. We have managed to achieve that.

Secondly, we aimed to select the strongest teams given the players available. Hopefully, we have managed to do that.

To achieve the first objective of ensuring everyone who was available was selected, we needed to ask around if other players were available. Without this, we would have only been able to field one 60s side, which would have meant at least 8 players wouldn’t have been able to go to IPT. So, if you see a few names in the teams that you don’t recognize, please understand that this was done to achieve the first objective: to ensure everyone who came to trials or said they were available was selected.

Regarding the ladies, despite canvassing over 20 players, we were unable to get more than 7 players to commit to attending IPT. Hence, it is with regret that WP will not have a representative ladies’ team.

Thanks, The Selections Committee

Teams

WP 55s
GoalieSteve Fourie
Backs
Allan Isaacs (V/C)Chris Beart
Darren BunkerLarry Sherman
Trevor Joao
Links
Brett CombrinkBrett Furlong (C)
Jeremy BeresfordRichard Perez
Steve DugmoreVinnie Orchard
Forwards
James DavisNeil van Blerk (V/C)
Rowland GraneyStuart McConnell
16 Players
Manager: Maurice Hartshorne
WP 60’s White
GoalieMervyn Marcom
Backs
Dennis FosterDeon Maart (V/C)
Ian ThompsonPeter Kratz (C)
Warren Machanik
Links
Brian GoemansColin de la Harpe
Martin DuysRoy Douglas-Henry
Forwards
Clinton BrownCraig Rieder (V/C)
Grant MunroMichael Hartzenberg
14 Players
Manager: Brian Goemans
WP 60’s Blue
GoalieKarl Luff
Backs
Glenn Turner (V/C)Luigi Tollan
Jimmy ShanklandRoger Wood
Wayne Keys (C)
Links
Alan WoodMoir Scholtz
Shaun BougardTony Barbour
Forwards
Andy BakerDave McKechnie (V/C)
Leon LateganLeo Nolan
 
15 Players
Manager: Tom Dicker
WP 65’s
GoalieDerek McMahon
B
Andreas RedenzIan Raeburn
Lance Schkolne (to be confirmed)Mark Delbridge
Mark WatsonTrevor Knight
L
Bryan WebsterEion Jacobs
Gary Frayne (C)John Masters
F
Dereck MarnewickGuy Jenkins
Patrick OwenStephen Kelly
 
15 Players
Manager: Stephen Kelly

WP 70s

Positions not finalised. Goalie pending.

The team is as follows:

  • Bob Commin
  • Chris Hayley
  • Edmund Fisher
  • Glyn Bedford (some games)
  • Gys Cilliers
  • Johnny May
  • John Donald
  • John Shardlow (C)
  • Lindsay Halkett
  • Mike O’Keefe
  • Neil Lavin
  • Peter Shardlow
  • Riel Smit
  • Rob Birt
  • Rod Palmer

Manager: Chris Hayley

GM IPT Fixtures 2024 and Newsletter

SAGMHA IPT – 22nd TO 24th MARCH 2024 

Hosted by Southern Gauteng

Fellow Hockey Lovers,

We presume that all hockey players have been honing their skills in preparation for the forthcoming IPT.

This is our 2nd newsletter and some of the points raised in the 1st newsletter are repeated here where relevant. We sincerely apologise for any delays, which were caused by late entry changes and the odd number of teams entered.

TOURNAMENT SCHEDULE

MONDAY 18TH MARCH 2024
18:00ONLINE MANAGERS MEETING MANAGERS & COACHES
THURSDAY 21ST MARCH 2024
14:00Managers and Coaches briefing session.BHSWC TRIALISTS
FRIDAY 22ND MARCH 2024
 TEAMS ARRIVE
11:00GAMES START SAINTSALL
18:30GAMES FINISH SAINTSALL
18:30BOABAB AWARDS FUNCTION (INVITED PLAYERS)HIGHER GROUNDBARRY FRONEMAN
SATURDAY 23RD MARCH 2024
09:00GAMES START MCC & BRYANSTONALL
16:30GAMES FINISH MCC & BRYANSTONALL
17:00ANNUAL GENERAL MEETINGMCC TENNIS CLUBHOUSEGM MEMBERS
18:30IPT DINNERMCC MAIN CLUBHOUSEALL
SUNDAY 24TH MARCH 2024
08:00GAMES START SAINTS, MCC & BRYANSTONALL
12:30GAMES FINISH SAINTS, MCC & BRYANSTONALL
13:15SA TEAM ANNOUNCEMENTSAINTS GRANDSTANDSAGM – BARRY FRONEMAN
14:15TEAMS DEPART
  • Program items are subject to change.

MASTERS WORLD CUP TRIALS 2024 (FOR WC OVER 60’S REGISTERED LADIES AND MEN PLAYERS)

  • SAGMHA will issue separate messages to the trialists for the session that will take place one day prior to the commencement of IPT i.e., on 21 March 2024.

TEAM ENTRIES

  • Regrettably, SA Alliance has withdrawn from the IPT for the first time in many years due to a lack of numbers and their available players have been allocated to various teams. 
  • Unfortunately, WP 60’s men’s and WP ladies’ teams have not been entered either.
  • We have 19 provincial teams, comprising 265 players and an invitational team per day to balance the matches.

TOURNAMENT LEVY

Each Provincial team was to pay a non-refundable Registration Deposit of R1000.00 per team to SGGMHA by 9 February 2024. Where deposits have been paid, this should be deducted from the total amount payable.

  • The Tournament Levy has been approved at R 690.00 per player and R 250.00 per non-playing managers/coaches (including dinner) and is due by 13 March 2024. 
  • Unfortunately, the withdrawal of teams and non-paying invitational teams has meant a higher cost per player than envisaged. The cost of the Saturday evening dinner is included.
  • Spouses and other supporters/guests attending the final dinner need to pay R 250.00 to attend the dinner. 
  • Costs include:
    • Field hire, medical facilities, umpires, tech bench, balls, air horns, LOC venue managers, security, dinner, music, power, waste, cleaning, etc.

SUMMARY OF COSTS

Payment of the tournament levy is due by 13 March 2024 into the following account:

BANK ACCOUNT:  
SGGMHA
NEDBANK CURRENT ACCOUNT
NUMBER: 1081857021 
REF: Province + team registered

COSTS (REQUIRED)
TEAM DEPOSITR          1 000,00 
PLAYER LEVYR             690,00 
MAN/COACH LEVYR             250,00 
SPOUSE/GUEST DINNERR             250,00 
BAOBAB AWARDS FUNCTION (BY INVITATION FOR 70’s/75’s)R             125,00 

FIXTURES

  • The Fixtures are attached to the email, together with this Newsletter.

MANAGERS MEETING

  • There will be an online manager’s meeting on the 18th March 2024. Link to follow.
  • We will have a brief managers session on the 22nd March 2024 at 10h30 at Saints by the Seattle Coffee shop, this will be to hand out dinner tickets etc.

ASTRO VENUES

  • To keep the costs to a minimum, of which medical services comprises the greatest, the LOC has chosen to play the matches at the fields identified in the Fixtures. Saints is not available on Saturday.
  • Each team will play three matches (1 match per day) from 22-24 March 2024.
  • Morningside Country Club (MCC) 1 De La Rey Road, Morningside
    • Single Astro, showers and change rooms, with a pub at the Astro hockey clubhouse. Food is available at the Main Clubhouse and at the Hockey Clubhouse during matches on Saturday.
    • The Main Club is within 100 metres of the astro, with a full cash bar, marque tent with tables, benches, chairs, and menu meals are available.
    • Please note that no alcohol may be taken to the venue, as it is licensed.
  • Bryanston High School Astro (BHS) 7 Tramore Road, Bryanston. 10km from MCC
    • Single Astro, showers and change rooms, with a small tuckshop which limited food available (Toasted sandwiches, wraps, chicken salad, waters, energade and cooldrinks).
    • Please note that no alcohol may be taken to the venue.
  • St. Stithian’s School (Saints)
    • Two world class astros, showers/change rooms, tented area and a coffee shop, a food truck with limited food available (Breakfast rolls, burgers, waters, energy drinks and cooldrinks).
    • As requested by SAGMHA, the announcement of the SA teams will take place at Saints.
    • Please note that no alcohol may be taken to the venue.

DRINKS

  • Alcohol/cold drinks are served at MCC.
  • Only cold drinks and waters are available at BHS. No beers allowed.
  • Only cold drinks and waters are available at Saints. No beers allowed. 
  • Managers to arrange own half-time drinks for all venues.
  • Cooler boxes will be loaned to the 9 visiting teams (KZN x 4, WP x 3, EP x 2).

AGM

  • To be held at the MCC Tennis Clubhouse on Saturday 24 March at 18h00.

SATURDAY EVENING DINNER/DANCE

  • The Saturday evening dinner/dance will be held at MCC at 18h30 after the AGM, comprising a carvery and live music.
  • The cost of the dinner for players is included in the levy.
  • The cost of dinner for Spouses, guests and visitors is R 250.00
  • The theme for the dinner/dance is “Just Jozi”. To use ideas such as “shebeen, gold, glitzy, City of Gold, etc.”.
  • Tickets/arm bands for the dinner, plus for Spouses/Guests will be issued at the managers’ meeting.

MEDICAL FACILITIES

  • There will be a roving ambulance to cover all venues and an ALS or BLS medic with a defibrillator at each venue.

PHYSIOTHERAPISTS

  • Physiotherapists will be available at the venues, for the players’ own account.
  • Treatment R 100.00 & Strapping R 50.00

INDEMNITY & MEDICAL FORMS

  • You are reminded that each player must complete the Indemnity and Medical form for submission to their managers by 15 March 2024.

UMPIRES AND TECHNICAL TABLE PERSONNEL

  • The duties of the umpires and the technical delegates will be as per FIH regulations and your co-operation regarding the fulfilment of their duties will be appreciated. Umpires and tech bench personnel have been arranged by SGMHA for each venue as per the fixture list.

ACCOMMODATION

  • For those who have not yet booked accommodation there are hotels near the astros: 
  • Road lodge Rivonia is nearest to MCC.
  • City Lodge Peter Place is closest to BHS and Saints.
  • Sierra Hotel Randburg is another option.

ROAD MAP

  • An updated Road Map as a build-up to the IPT has been attached to the covering email, highlighting critical dates for the flow of information, payments, and parties responsible for the implementation of requirements.

Should you require any further details etc., kindly contact me.

FOR THE LOVE OF HOCKEY.

Kind Regards,

Monty Schwegmann

SGGMHA Chair

IPT Fixtures

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Roadmap

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SL23-24 Wrapup, IPT Prep and AGM

Wrap-up of summer league

This week we wrap up Summer League. It has been great fun for all those who attended, thanks to all the players, umpires, admins, physios and first aiders. 

IPT Prep

From 15 Feb we go into the IPT Prep games. The structure of this preparation stage will be that 4 sides play games, one side then practices. All players that are not in squads are welcome we will need every one of you to make sure we have full teams. If you are not in an IPT team, please email Gary, who will be allocating extra players to the various teams. Gary’s email is garyfrayne7@gmail.com.

The colours of the teams are:

Yellow55s
Red65s
Black70s
White75s
BlueLadies

Here are the fixtures for these warmups:

DateWPCC B 18:15WPCC A 18:30WPCC B 19:15
15-Feb70s75s55s65sLadiesPractice
22-Feb55sLadies65sPractice70s75s
29-Feb65s75s55sPracticeLadies70s
07-MarLadies65s75sPractice55s70s
14-Mar55s65s70sPracticeLadies75s

​AGM

​After the games on the 15th is the AGM. All are welcome. The agenda is here…

Nomination forms are below…

WPGMHA-Nomination-Form-2024Download