Having been involved with Welsh international
hockey from schoolboy days in 1967 and for most of the
years since, I now have the time to commit to generating an ‘old
boys’ supporters group. The men’s national team is supported
at tournaments currently by a few of the blazer brigade and a smattering
of parents, girlfriends, partners and wives. It remains an ambition
to be part of a crowd that can out support the Irish! Dave Cooper
is updating the website and if I get your support, we can have a
regular ‘Where are they now!’ section. A couple of epic
team photos from the early 1970’s are being committed to digital
format and will embarrass those particularly with big hair.
So if you know of any 'Old Boys', wish to confirm
your details or help with Sponsorship more details are available
here
There will be no over heads or costs, so there is
no charge to individuals. It will simply be a way of letting former
players know what is going on, who is involved, where the team is
playing and how they are getting on. This can only be done via email.
Those who may be prepared to help financially could
do so in the following ways:-
£50 pays for squad lunch at a training camp.
£250 pays for squad dinner at a training
camp or a squad members’ financial commitment for 2007.
£1,000 pays for hotel costs for the squad
for one day at a preparation tournament.
Please make cheques to WHU U21 a/c
It is sad in these days of highly paid professional
sport that our own athletes not only dedicate themselves to technical
and athletic excellence but also have to pay for the privilege.
A company sponsorship would access advertising on our web site and
pitch side boards for home games. If you would like further information,
do not hesitate to call. Please help the boys if you possibly
can.