Following the latest UK Government advice concerning the COVID-19 virus, the situation regarding the country’s hockey activities has changed dramatically, with statements issued by various governing and league organisations. As at 8:30pm on Monday, 16th March, the Chelmsford HC Management Committee has decided to suspend all club activities, both on and off the pitch, until at least 15th April. This … Read More
John Cockett Obituary by Phil Hutley
John was a Vice President of the club and a regular player in the 1950s, 1960s and 1970s. He was in the Great Britain team for the Helsinki and Melbourne Olympics, winning a bronze medal in 1952 and missing out on a medal by coming 4th in 1956. He won 18 GB and 37 England caps. He was in the … Read More
Spencer Wilcox Funeral Details
The funeral of club President, Spencer Wilcox, will take place at Chelmsford Crematorium South Chapel, Writtle Road, Chelmsford, CM1 3BL at 15:30, on Monday 23rd March. Following the funeral service all are invited to return to Chelmsford Hockey Club, Chelmer Park, Beehive Lane, Galleywood, Chelmsford, CM2 8RL.Family flowers only please. Donations, if desired, for the Alzheimer’s Society and the British Heart Foundation … Read More
John Cockett
Chelmsford Hockey Club is saddened to learn of the passing of Chelmsford Vice-President and former player, and former England and Great Britain player, John Cockett at the age of 92. John played 37 times for England and 18 times for Great Britain between 1951 and 1958 as a half back. He was part of the GB squad who won a … Read More
Spencer Wilcox
Spencer Wilcox 24th September, 1951 to 22nd February, 2020 We are saddened to announce the extremely sad news that our club President, Spencer Wilcox, passed away unexpectedly on Saturday, 22nd February, shortly after leaving the hockey pitch at Indian Gymkhana. While this has come as a huge shock to everybody that knew Spencer, our thoughts are primarily with Averil, Jonathan, … Read More
Junior Training is ON
Junior Training on Sunday, 16th February is ON. The pitches are fine and the roads are fine. It is damp and breezy, with more rain forecast, so please ensure appropriate clothing is worn.
Junior Training Cancelled
Due to Storm Ciara, which is due to hit Chelmer Park on Sunday morning, all junior training sessions on Sunday, 9th February have been CANCELLED for safety and practical reasons.
Junior Training Cancelled
Junior Training sessions today, Sunday, 19th January, are CANCELLED due to frozen pitches.
England Hockey Governance Changes
Some members may be aware of proposed changes to the way hockey is governed in England. England Hockey were asked by clubs at the 2017 AGM to review the way the sport was structured locally and have been consulting widely and developing a proposal. This proposal is based on seven overarching principles: 1. As National Governing Body, England Hockey has … Read More
Chairman’s Christmas Message
Dear Members, Now that we have reached the mid-season break it’s time to reflect upon the events of the first half of the season. ON THE PITCH Our women’s 1st XI have made an encouraging start to their return season in the EHL. They currently lie in 7th place in the East Conference, although they’ve drawn more games than … Read More