(In association with England Hockey)
This new event is a collaboration with England Hockey. It is intended to ensure that Heads of Hockey in schools are familiar with new directions and initiatives, and also have the opportunity to provide feedback to the National Governing Body.
9.30 am - The Great Hall
Conference assembles, Refreshments
10.00 am
The Landscape of Modern School Hockey
10.30 am
Update on the future of school Hockey with Rich Beer – CEO England Hockey
11.00 am
New Game Formats and initiatives with Sam Beveridge & Ian Sloan – Coach Developers England Hockey
11.40 am
Refreshment Break
12.00 am
DISCUSSION FORUM with England Hockey
12.45 pm - The Great Hall
Lunch
13.30 pm
School Competitions: what will be new in 2027-28? with Kieth Carder, Jo Thomas Ellis & Treena Partridge – Head of Sport & Competition Operations Manager & Competitions Development Manager
14.00 pm
Talent Identification with Mark Nicholls & Gary Johnson – Talent Partnerships Manager & Talent System Delivery Manager
14.30 pm
What are national coaches looking for? with Brett Holland & Mark Bateman – Lead Talent Development managers and England Age Group Head Coaches
15.30 pm
Conference Disperses
National Conference for Heads of Hockey in Schools
From £239.00
Tuesday 10th November 2026
Bisham Abbey National Sports Centre
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