Hockey stars to give training in Ballito this weekend

Some of the best hockey players in the country will be sharing their knowledge in Ballito this weekend.

SA Hockey players’ Sulette Damons, Shelley Russell (Jones), Jethro Eustice and Jonty Robinson, as well as SA men’s coach Mark Hopkins will be sharing their expertise with school players and coaches as part of the Investec Hockey Academy’s training courses at Ashton College, Ballito

“We need to develop hockey from a grass-roots level by recreating the requirements and conditions of a senior training programme, into various programmes of all ages,” says SA Women’s Hockey player, Shelley Russell.

Also read: Local swimming trio tackle Mediterranean

Driven by a passion for the sport, the Investec Hockey Academy’s coaches also include SA Women’s Hockey players Sulette Damons, Ilse Davids, Erin Hunter, Kara Botes, Stephanie Baxter, and Nicolene Terblanche, as well as FIH Umpire Michelle Joubert, sports scientist Maryke Eloff, and renowned sports physiotherapist Ruan Fourie.

Together they will be providing theoretical knowledge, skills training and an understanding of what it takes “behind-the-scenes” to succeed in sport.

“I truly believe that our current national players and coaches have the capacity to change the future of women’s hockey by laying a foundation for others to follow,” says Sheldon Rostron, SA Women’s hockey coach.

According to the Investec Hockey Academy’s coaches, school coaches are integral to the future growth and standard of the future of SA hockey.

“We would like to see more in-depth education of the coaches as they will have a quicker and greater impact on the players throughout the country, especially at a junior level, as this is where good habits are implemented and can be sustainable,” said former national coach Lindsey Wright.

Offering courses for players aged 8 to 18 and coaches of all levels, the Investec Hockey Academy’s tour will be at Ashton College on October 6 and 7.

For more information about the Investec Hockey Academy or to register for a course, visit www.investechockeyacademy.com or contact Bernadine Miller on 031-9405565.

Do you want to receive news alerts via WhatsApp? Send us a WhatsApp message (not an sms) with your name and surname to 061 718 4438.

Please read our WhatsApp broadcast list disclaimer.
Join the conversation on Facebook, Twitter and Instagram