Hockey

IPSHA Hockey

As we wrap up the third week of the season, it’s a perfect time to celebrate the excellent progress being made by our Years 3 to 6 hockey players. The growth, determination, and enthusiasm shown by all has been nothing short of inspiring!

It’s been wonderful to watch confidence grow on the field, with every individual showing greater ball control, better positioning, and more powerful passing each week. What’s most impressive though, is how these young players are coming together as a genuine team. Communication on field has stepped up a notch, with players actively supporting each other, sharing tips from the sidelines, and celebrating successes.

We’re incredibly proud of how far our Years 3 to 6 teams have come, and we’re excited to see their continued development throughout the season. Keep practising those skills, and above all, keep having fun!

Results

Team	Opponent	Result
Pymble 1	SCEGGS 1	Win 6 to 0
Pymble 2	Ascham 2	Loss 3 to 6
Pymble 3	Barker 3	Win 4 to 2
Pymble 4	Queenwood 5	Loss 1 to 6
Pymble 5	Barker 6	Win 4 to 2

Player of the Match

Congratulations to the following students who received player of the match for Week 3:

Pymble 1 – Emily Long (Year 6)

Pymble 2 – Rachel Shi (Year 5)

Pymble 3 – Jasmine Smith (Year 5)

Pymble 4 – Scarlett McMahon (Year 4)

Pymble 5 – Isabel Gao (Year 3)

Have a Go Hockey – Kindergarten to Year 2

It’s only Week 4, but we’re already seeing fantastic improvements in skills and confidence across the board in our K to 2 Have a Go Hockey program

From warm-up, it was clear that everyone was eager to put their best foot forward and the focus in each drill truly showed how much the group has grown. We’ve spotted clever dribbling, stronger passes, and some super goal attempts that had all the coaches cheering from the sidelines. The players are eagerly putting into practise the techniques we’ve been working on all while having plenty of smiles along the way.

Keep up the great work at home too! Little touches like practising ball control in the backyard can truly make a difference.

Thank you to all players and families for your enthusiasm and support. We’re proud to see such wonderful progress in such a short space of time and can’t wait to see what the next few weeks bring!

Mollie Dive Hockey

We’re buzzing with excitement as we reflect on a fantastic week for our Mollie Dive Hockey teams! Both squads brought their A-game, showcasing not only impressive skill, but also tremendous team spirit on and off the pitch.

What truly set this week apart was seeing the players supporting one another, celebrating each other’s achievements, and rising to every challenge. Coaches and supporters couldn’t be prouder of the sportsmanship displayed. Honestly, the smiles said it all!

Once again, congratulations on a brilliant week, Mollie Dive teams. Keep up the superb work, we can’t wait to see you back on the pitch showcasing your dominant performances again next week. 

Results

Team	Opponent	Result
Pymble 1	Roseville College	Win 6 to 1
Pymble 2	Abbotsleigh	Win 3 to 0

Congratulations to the following students who received player of the match of Week 2:

Pymble 1 – Tessa Newitt(Year 12)

Pymble 2 – Leander McLaughlin (Year 10)

Representative Hockey

We would like to extend a warm congratulations to the following students who were selected to represent igsa at the NSWCIS U15 and U19 Hockey Championships.

U15s

Grace Scammell (Year 7)

U19s

Bella Croker (Year 12)

Gwendolyn Meek (Year 12)

Tessa Newitt (Year 12)

On a highly competitive day, the igsa U15s team achieved an impressive second place finish, while the igsa U19s team soared to the top and claimed first place honours. Both teams demonstrated outstanding drive, skill, and commitment.

A special congratulations go to our four remarkable girls, each of whom played an integral role in their team’s success. Your effort and determination lifted the whole squad and set a fantastic example for your peers.

A special mention goes to Bella Croker (Year 12) who has been selected for the NSWCIS U19s Hockey team! Bella will be representing our school and region at the NSW All Schools Championships in Newcastle, taking place on Thursday 5 and Friday 6 June. We wish her the very best as she competes amongst the state’s best. What a fantastic achievement!

We would also like to congratulate Grace Scammell (Year 7), who competed over the weekend at the U14 Division 1 State Championships. Grace represented Northern Sydney Beaches, and her team delivered a superb performance, finishing as runners-up. This is a brilliant result and a testament to Grace’s dedication and skill.

Shellie Rocca

Co-ordinator – Hockey