National Indoor League Champions 2007
BBC South-East Club of the Year

European Indoor Champions Trophy - Silver Medallists 2007

EH Cup Finalists 2007
 

updated 22/8/07

Glenn & Ash selected for England

Both Glenn Kirkham and Ashley Jackson are named in the 18-man England squad to compete in the Euro Hockey Nations Championships in Manchester starting this Saturday -see EH website here

posted 14/8/07

BBC to screen all medal matches at EuroHockey Nations

Details on the EuroHockey Nations website here

posted 14/8/07

TalkHockey Radio August edition available

The latest edition of TalkHockey Radio is now available, they have also made some changes to their website here

posted 14/8/07

Training details for 2007-08 season

The senior and junior training times have been agreed by the Hockey committee for next season - see Training Schedule in the left menu for details.

posted 14/8/07

Juniors on Tour in Rouen

Three junior teams competed in the SWS Festival in Rouen this July - see the photo gallery for more.

posted 13/8/07

Ladies Hockey fitness sessions

Tuesday 7.15pm to 8.30pm, meet at Reception - recommended for all players, 1st XI compulsory!!

posted 02/8/07

Over 1000 prizes to be won ... visit Yazoo for details

posted 02/8/07

Congratulations to Henry and Helen!!!

A very warm welcome to Chloe Lacey, born on Saturday 7th July 2007 - delivered by Henry!

posted 11/7/07

Ladies Hockey Social evening

Debbie Guiver, our new Ladies Club Captain, invites all ladies and junior girls to a Social evening on Friday 13th July.  Details here

posted 11/7/07

Travel subsidy for EuroHockey supporters

Thanks to a hockey benefactor, the EH have announced details of a subsidy scheme for supporters making the trip to Manchester next month for the EuroHockey Nations Championships.  Details here

posted 11/7/07

EG Ladies seek new players and a coach

In line with ambitious plans, EGLHC is looking to recruit players and in particular a coach or player/coach to take the team forward and launch the campaign to take the team into the Premier League in England, and from there into Europe.  Click here for details or email Debbie for more information.

posted 11/7/07

England U18 boys beat Russia

England U18 boys secure their first win at the EuroHockey Youth Nations Championships in Edinburgh with a convincing 6-2 victory over Russia.  Details here

posted 11/7/07

posted 10/7/07

U18 EuroHockey Youth Nations Championships

England U18 Boys lost out 3-1 to Scotland in their opening match at the Championships in Edinburgh.  Details on the EH website here  Championships website here

posted 10/7/07

TalkHockey Radio July edition

The July edition includes interviews with David Faulkner, Jason Lee and Mary Booth; a feature on Arsenal FC's highly successful youth hockey programme; photographs of the GB Super Leagues games and the BDO Champions Challenge in Boom and more. TalkHockey Radio website here

posted 10/7/07

Take the Level 1 Umpiring course this summer

posted 4/7/07

EG Ladies seek new players and a coach

In line with ambitious plans, EGLHC is looking to recruit players and in particular a coach or player/coach to take the team forward and launch the campaign to take the team into the Premier League in England, and from there into Europe.  Click here for details or email Debbie for more information.

posted 2/7/07

England finish 4th in the BDO Champions Challenge

Having beaten Japan 4-3 and Belgium 6-2 in their remaining two league games to reach the 3rd/4th playoff match, England lost out on the bronze medal 4-3 against India and were four goals down within 22 minutes. EH report; tournament website; FIH website; press archive

posted 2/7/07

Ladies Hockey Social evening

Debbie Guiver, our new Ladies Club Captain, invites all ladies and junior girls to a Social evening on Friday 13th July.  Details here

Josh Cather selected for England U18s

Congratulations to Josh who has made the squad for the EuroHockey Youth Nations Championships which will take place in Edinburgh between 9 and 14 July.  EH link here

posted 26/6/07

England 1 - New Zealand 3

England remain at the foot of the league table in the men's Champions Challenge following their defeat earlier today in Boom.  Highlights of England's games are being shown on Sky Sports 2 on Wednesday at 21.30 hrs (times may be subject to change). EH report here

posted 26/6/07

posted 25/6/07

England 2 - India 3

England are bottom of the table in Boom having lost by one goal to India on Sunday.  Today (Monday) is a rest day, tomorrow they face New Zealand, who are top of the table.  Click here for the EH report; here for the tournament website; or here for the FIH website.  Daily Telegraph reports in our Press Archive here

posted 25/6/07

Summer Leagues: fixtures & results

The fixtures and results for the Men's and Ladies Summer Leagues are now linked to the Fixtures & Selection page on the website here

posted 25/6/07

Danny Hall . . . from GB to EG

It's official - Danny Hall will be playing for EG next season!  With over 130 appearances for England and almost a century for GB, Danny was the 3rd highest goalscorer in the Slazenger EHL Premier division last season and is a close friend of our own player/coach Mark Pearn. Press archive

posted 24/6/07

England 3 - Argentina 4

England lost out 4-3 to top tournament seeds Argentina in a thrilling encounter in their opening game of the BDO Men’s Champions Challenge in Boom, Belgium on Saturday.  Click here for the EH report; here for the tournament website; or here for the FIH website.

posted 24/6/07

Ron Easton

Many of you will already be aware of the sad passing of Ron Easton, County President of Sussex.  More details can be found on the Sussex Hockey website here

posted 24/6/07

Glenn and Ash named in the England Squad

Glenn Kirkham and Ashley Jackson have been selected for the England squad for the BDO Hockey Champions Challenge in Belgium starting on 23rd June. Details here  

posted 8/6/07

SEHL fixtures announced for 2007/8

EG will entertain league champions Reading in the opening game of the season on Sunday 23rd September.  EH article here; SEHL fixtures here

posted 8/6/07

posted 29/5/07

Congratulations to Mark and Holly!!!

Mark and Holly Pearn are delighted to announce the birth of their daughter, Isabella Iris, on 25th May 2007 at 9.31am, weight 6lb 13oz.  Both mother and baby are doing well ...

posted 26/5/07

AGM - Thursday 24th May 8pm - Ashdown Suite

Please note - the AGM will take place in the Ashdown Suite, not the Felbridge Room as previously stated. 

8pm start, all members please make every effort to attend - this is YOUR club, so come along and give us your ideas on any developments or improvements you would like to see.

posted 23/5/07

EG to co-host Gatwick Diamond games

EGSC/EGHC are hosting a part of the Gatwick Diamond Games on Sunday June 10th - details here  

This will involve an ‘exhibition’ game of hockey approx 15 mins each way followed by a coaching session for about 30/40 mins, starting at 10am!!

There should be anything up to a couple of hundred children present who will be taking part in a tournament after the coaching.

Can you help out with either offering to play in the exhibition game and/or help coaching?

Please let me know as soon as you can about giving up a little time to lend your support for the club and this unique event.

Many thanks, 

James Leman, Chair of EGHC

posted 18/5/07

Watch GB Super Leagues on TV

Channel M have produced a 30 minute feature on the GB Super Leagues which is being shown on Sky channel 203 and NTL 878.  Final showings are on Saturday 19th and Sunday 20th May.

See programme times here

posted 18/5/07

Latest EH statement on Single System

The England Hockey Board considered a report on the recent clubs survey on the Single System recommendation regarding juniors playing in open adult leagues at its meeting on 8 May. 

Click here to view the statement.

posted 18/5/07

GB Super Leagues - Final weekend

Wessex Leopards have won both the men's and women's GB Super League titles.  Final results here

posted 8/5/07

Slazenger EHL 07-08 

The make up of the divisions for the 2007/08 Slazenger England Hockey League (EHL) have been announced - details here

posted 4/5/07

Germany v England: May 1st 2007 - Glenn & Ash in action

England senior men beat Germany 3-2 in Hamburg - details here

posted 02/5/07

See EGHC in PUSH magazine

EGHC feature on several pages of the May issue of PUSH magazine - a report & interview on our success in the European Indoor Champions Trophy; mentions for Darren Cheesman, Ash Jackson and Glenn Kirkham.  See the Press Archive for details.  PUSH website here; online article on GB Super Leagues here.

posted 01/05/07

EGHC AGM - Thursday 24th May 2007 - 8pm

Official notices are being posted to all members this week; if you require a copy of the Minutes from 2006 please email me.  Copies will also be available at the AGM.

• Agenda here;

posted 30/4/07

Sussex Cup victories

All three men's teams competing in Sussex Cup Finals were victorious at the finals weekend in Worthing (28/29 April). Congratulations to the U21s, 2nd XI and Vets.

Results:-

• EG 4 - 3 Chichester  - U21s    match report here; photos here

• EG 5 - 1 Chichester - 2nd XI

• EG 4 - 1 Worthing  - Vets        match report & photo here

posted 30/4/07

w/c 23-Apr-07

Junior success at County level

Several of our U14 Junior players have been selected for county teams and development squads this season here

GB Super Leagues ... weekend 1 results

The Caledonian Cougars (Men) and Saxon Tigers (Women) are sitting pretty at the top of the GB Super Leagues after the first weekend of action.  Details here

posted 25/4/07

EG Single System for Hockey - latest news

It has been drawn to England Hockey’s attention that there remains some confusion regarding the status of junior players playing in open adult leagues. Details here

posted 25/4/07

England Hockey comes to EGHC next Wednesday

Once again, the EH will hit the road visiting each region giving the opportunity for you to have your say in hockey's future.  EGHC are hosting the Sussex event on Wednesday 2nd May details here.

posted 25/4/07

Summer Mixed Training starts this week

Mixed training starts this Thursday, 7.30 to 9pm, all welcome, £2 per session

posted 25/4/07

Mark Pearn's London Marathon success

Congratulations to Mark on completing the London Marathon on Sunday and for raising over £10,000 for the Meningitis Research Foundation.   Read his view of the event with photos here.  Donations can still be made here www.justgiving.com/markpearn.

posted 25/4/07

Great Britain hockey website launched

A new website for Great Britain hockey was launched earlier this week, details here. 

posted 19/4/07

GB Super League teams announced

The GB Super Leagues start this weekend, and the teams have just been announced.  6 members of EGHC are involved - George Harris is picked for the Celtic Panthers; Glenn Kirkham and James Southgate are playing for the Saxon Tigers; Ashley Jackson and Jack Marfleet are in the Wessex Leopards team and Matt Jones is managing the Saxon Tigers ladies team.  Congratulations and Good Luck to all of you.  Details here

posted 19/4/07

EGHC May Ball - The Rat Pack Party - May 19th

Join us for The Ball of 2007 on May 19th as we see the 2006-7 season out in style.  Tables of 10 or 12; tickets just £50 each from Guy on 07957 802561; Hannah on 07810 122161; or James on 07740 579747.  Poster here

posted 18/4/07

PUSH magazine - Issue 7

The latest edition of the England Hockey magazine 'PUSH' is now available - click here for details

posted 18/4/07

posted 17/4/07

Awards Evening a "Fantastic Success"

Almost 150 EGHC club members, family and supporters celebrated the 2006-7 season on Saturday at the Annual Awards evening.  Players, volunteers and supporters were honoured and thanked for their contribution to the Club's success this season.  The Junior awards were presented by Glenn Kirkham while former Chair of East Grinstead Ladies Hockey Club, Caroline Longstreet, made a special return visit to present the Longstreet Trophy.  Full list of winners here; Photos here

posted 17/4/07

Paloume Report ...coming soon

EGHC ePoll Success

Voting has now closed in the online ePoll.  Thanks-you to everyone who took the time to take part, your votes have now been verified, counted and collated - and the results will be made public at the Awards Evening on Saturday.

posted 10/4/07

Awards Evening preparations continue

Tickets are selling fast for the end of season Awards Evening at EGHC; with the introduction of online voting proving highly successful amongst members.  Juniors, Seniors, friends and supporters alike are all looking forward to recognising and rewarding the success and progress which all sectors of the Hockey Club have worked so hard to achieve this year, both on and off the pitch.  Don't miss out on the celebrations.

posted 4/3/07

Mark Pearn remains full of optimism despite Cup final heartache

posted 3/3/07

EGHC 2006/7 Awards ePoll launched

This year's EGHC Awards are set to be the best attended for quite some time and to mark the occasion, we've setup a new online awards voting system for all EGHC members.  The closing date is Thursday 5th April.  The Hockey Awards Evening is on Saturday 14th April details here.

posted 30/3/07

"GOOD LUCK" IN EH CUP SEMI-FINAL

The EGHC Supporters Club are hoping for a big turnout at Reading HC this weekend as the 1st XI take on Bowdon in the EH Cup semi-final at 12.15.  If successful, EG will face either Surbiton or Cannock in the final on Sunday at 3pm, also at Reading HC. 

Please make every effort to get to Reading,

your support is very much appreciated by the team!!

England Hockey Tour dates

Once again, the EH will hit the road visiting each region giving the opportunity for you to have your say in hockey's future.  EGHC are hosting the Sussex event on Wednesday 2nd May details here.

posted 29/3/07

Mark Pearn prepares for London Marathon

You may recall that Mark has decided to run in not one, but two marathons in the space of six months, in memory of a close friend of his, Douglas Stump, who tragically died at the age of 17 from Meningitis.

Having successfully completed the New York Marathon (3hrs 48mins) in November last year, Mark is now preparing for the London Marathon which is in just under 4 weeks time, on April 21st.

We would urge all of you who have not done so already to support Mark with whatever amount you can afford and to forward this information to other hockey playing friends and colleagues. 

As Mark's ambition this time is just to get round the course, it provides the perfect opportunity for us to run a sweepstake on just how long he might take!!  Just £5 buys you a shot at the sweepstake title.  Look out for us at Reading this weekend or catch us at the Club over the next couple of weeks to register your support and encouragement for Mark. 

To find out more from Mark and to make a donation 

click here www.justgiving.com/markpearn

posted 27/3/07

England Hockey Priority List

The first draft of the 2007-08 England Hockey Priority List, the sport's calendar, is now available as a download here.  This effectively means that international players will not be available to play for their Clubs during the 2007-8 season.

posted 27/3/07

EH Performance Plan - update

Changes to the structure of the England Hockey competitions programme including the structure of the Slazenger England Hockey League have been agreed.  Details here

posted 27/3/07

1st XI keep fighting for 7-7 draw

Ashley Jackson scored five times as East Grinstead ended their league campaign with a thrilling 7-7 draw away to Loughborough Students. Full match report here; photos here

posted 27/3/07

Winning send off for East Grinstead

EAST Grinstead Men's 1st XI give the home fans a winning send-off with a 4-3 defeat of
Surbiton. here
posted 20/3/07

Euro Hockey League details announced

The European Hockey Federation has launched a new men's European Hockey League to start in October 2007.  Clubs finishing in the top 3 positions in the SEHL will qualify for this tournament.  Details from EHF here; EH news here

posted 12/3/07

BOA Executive Board appointments

Our congratulations go to Richard Leman who has just been appointed to the British Olympic Association Executive Board.  BOA news here

posted 8/3/07

March edition of TalkHockeyRadio available

Visit the TalkHockeyRadio website to download the March podcast, with features on the European Indoor Champions Trophy, including interviews with our very own Scott Ashdown, Giles Dakin, Richard Organ & Matt Jones; news of the new GB Super Leagues which start next month; and much more.  TalkHockeyRadio here

posted 8/3/07

EG through to the EH Cup Finals Weekend

Following their comprehensive defeat of Canterbury in the EH Cup, EG have booked their place at the Finals weekend on 31st March/1st April at Reading.  More here

posted 7/3/07

1st XI undefeated in double-header weekend

The 1st XI travelled to Hampstead & Westminster for their SEHL match on Saturday, but only came away with one point; while their journey to Canterbury in the EH Cup on Sunday proved far more satisfying, resulting in a 7-3 drubbing for the home side.  Saturday's report here; Sunday here

posted 6/3/07

Top 3 aim for Euro revamp

The new Euro hockey league is being launched in Holland this Friday (8th March) which the top 3 sides from the SEHL will take part in.  The league replaces the previous Cup Winner's Cup and Club Champions competitions.  More details here

posted 6/3/07

Indoor Squad do England proud in Europe

The Indoor squad added a second trophy to their tally so far this season, by taking 2nd place in the European Indoor Champions Trophy in Brussels last weekend. They exceeded expectations to achieve promotion as runners-up in the B division with an outstanding effort, winning 4 games out of 5.  Ash Jackson was the top goalscorer of the tournament. 

Tournament report here

6 pages of photos in the Photo Gallery here

Press links:            Daily Telegraph

                             The Argus

                             Sporting Life

                             BBC news

Tournament Links:- EuroHockey.org

                             White Star HC, Brussels - tournament website

posted 28/2/07

EG Select XI vs Eastbourne College

EG Select XI to play against Eastbourne College 1st XI on Tuesday 20th Feb at 4.30 pm.  Final squad as follows :-

1  Martyn Cremin

2  Julian Mogg

3  Henry Howe

4  Adam Woodley

5  Mark Justice

6  Richard Harms

7  Ed Miller

8  Ben Payne (C)

9  Ashley Jackson

10 Wes Jackson

11 Scott Ashdown

12 Rupert Ashdown

13 Joe Payne

14 Dom Male

15 James Leman

posted 19/2/07

1s take 6 points to move into 3rd place

Ashley Jackson scored six times in two matches as East Grinstead showed what they are capable of with their full-strength side. Full report here

posted 13/2/07

GB Super Leagues launched

The Saxon Tigers and Wessex Leopards were today revealed by England Hockey as the team names for the new annual Great Britain Super Leagues which will begin in April.  The teams will play in a round robin over three weekends with a finals day on 6th May as part as part of the ongoing talent identification of players, coaches and technical officials who have the ability to compete and participate for Great Britain in future Olympic Games.  More here

posted 13/2/07

Rebellion looms over Junior ban

Hockey is facing a regional rebellion in England over plans to ban junior players from adult teams.A survey of teams in teh East found that if junior players were stopped from playing in senior leagues more than 200 teams would fold.  More here

posted 13/2/07

Statement about goalkeeping rules from EH

Concern about the safety of players using the new rules allowing 11 outfield players has been brought to the attention of England Hockeyhere

EG 1st XI back on track

EG secure a hard fought win away from home at Beeston 4-3 to keep their unbeaten away record in tact and vitally stay very much in touch with the other 3 sides who have passed the 20 point barrier.  Full report here

posted 4/2/07 

EGHC still top of the Umpires list

EGHC are still at the top of the NPUA Umpires Feedback System, which rates each Premier Division club against a range of criteria, including hospitality and on-pitch behaviour.  This is an independent acknowledgement of the hard work put in by club volunteers and EGSC staff in making 1st XI match days such an enjoyable experience for spectators and officials alike.  Thank-you to everyone involved - including our Junior members who help with selling programmes and the ball patrol.   

Click here for the Premier Division, or here for the full NPUA report on all National League clubs.

posted 30/1/07

Ash & Darren score 6 to help GB Youth to Silver

Great Britain Men’s Youth Hockey team missed out on the Gold Medals in the cruellest fashion in Sydney today.  After a pulsating game of hockey containing much quality from both sides, it was Australia who won the lottery of a penalty shootout 7-6.  Full report here

posted 30/1/07

Josh Cather selected for England U18 training

Following the Regional U15/U17 Tournaments in October and the England Hockey Assessment Camps in November, selection has been made for further training camps in January 2007.  EH article here

David Luckes receives Sports Writers Award

Former EGHC and GB goalkeeper David Luckes received the Sydney Friskin Memorial Goblet, for services to Hockey.  Click here for England Hockey report  and here for Daily Telegraph.

posted 30/1/07

EG 1s lose to Reading

East Grinstead were missing some key players as they went down 4-1 at home to leaders Reading when the National League premier division campaign resumed on Sunday. More here

posted 30/1/07

Rule Changes 2007/8

World Hockey have issued Briefing and Guidance for Umpires, on rule changes.  Click here for the pdf version; or here for the Word version

posted 28/1/07

Vote now in the Courier Sports Awards

EG have been nominated in three categories in the first East Grinstead Courier Sports Awards:-

Team of the Year - Men's 1st XI - 2EGCT

Personality of the Year - Ash Jackson - 3EGCS

Young Personality - Josh Cather - 3EGCY

The Club has enjoyed a highly successful 12 months which has been recognised by the Courier in selecting us as finalists in these awards.  The Club needs you to vote in any or all of these categories if we are to stand any chance of winning.  Each vote has to be on a coupon from the paper - so please buy several copies this week and get voting!! 

posted 25/1/07

posted 22/1/07

EG lifted the National Indoor League title on Sunday after another fabulous weekend at Kidderminster.  They now go to the NIA in Birmingham next Sunday, 21st January to defend their National Indoor Championship title. Full details here

If you can't make it to Birmingham on Sunday, watch the games on Sky Sports Extra from 5pm

updated 15/1/07

National Indoor Championship - Update
 

HOLDERS East Grinstead will take an unbeaten record into the second weekend
of qualifying for the National Indoor League... for more, Click here

posted 9th January 2007

A note from the Chairman of EGHC

Dear All

Regrettably, two bits of sad news to start the year.

We have learnt recently that Tony Wilkins, father of Andrew and Richard, passed away between Christmas and New Year.  Tony was an active member and great supporter of the Hockey Club and spent much time volunteering to assist in the running of the club and its activities, recently coming to support Andy and the Vets when he could.  He was also a scorer for the Cricket Club's 1st XI last season.  The date for the funeral is Monday 15^th January at St Swithun’s Church, East Grinstead at 14.30, and afterwards at the Sports Club.

Our thoughts are with Hilary and the family.

Also with much sadness we have to report the passing away of Brian Poole on Tuesday 2nd January. Brian joined East Grinstead Hockey Club in 1960 and has been an integral part of our club ever since.  He took on numerous positions within the club from Pavilion Manager to Vets Captain.  After retiring from playing he became even more involved in all aspects of the operation of the club assisting on many committees and latterly an integral part of our loyal ‘sherry brigade’ supporters club who travelled the length and breadth of the country year after year supporting the 1st XI both indoor and out.  A vice-president and very proud donator of our ‘Most Improved Outdoor Player Award’ – Brian’s loyalty and friendship will be missed by many.  Our thoughts are also at this time with Marjorie and the family.

The date for the funeral is Monday 15th January at 12.45 at Worth Crematorium and after at East Grinstead Sports Club - Ashdown Room.

At time such as these I know our ‘family’ club will come together to do whatever we can to support the two families.

Regards

James Leman, Chairman EGHC

Darren & Ash are off to Oz!

Darren Cheesman and Ashley Jackson have both been selected to represent Great Britain in the Australian Youth Olympic Festival from 17 to 21 January 2007.  Congratulations and Good Luck guys, enjoy the experience and come back with some medals!!  Follow their progress with the festival website here.

Listen to Glenn Kirkham's review of 2006

Click here to listen to an interview with Glenn Kirkham, reflecting on 2006 and looking forward to 2007.

2006 ... a year to be proud of

As we see out 2006 the Club can look back on a fantastic 12 months, becoming National Indoor Champions in February, finalists in the EH National Cup, finishing in the top 6 of the National League having been newly promoted, winning the BBC South East 'Club of the Year' award and going into the Christmas break only 2 points off the top of the EHL Premier League and into the last 8 of the EH Knockout Cup - having beaten Reading in the 5th round. 

The Club has a great deal to look forward to in 2007, starting with the defence of the National Indoor title throughout January, the Mens 1s, 2s and 3s all riding high in their respective leagues, and the Indoor squad representing England at the European Indoor Club Champions Trophy at the end of February.  Thank-you to those who work so hard behind the scenes to enable those on the pitch to develop their potential and achieve this level of success.

posted 29/12/06

EGHC Supporters Club

The Supporters Club was officially launched on Saturday 16th December when Club members gathered for our Christmas Party.  Over 20 members signed up on the night, for the trip to Brussels in February to support the Indoor Squad as they represent England in the European Indoor Championships.  Places are limited on the coach, so if you would like to join us do not delay, email us straight away.  We shall also be arranging transport and tickets to the Finals day on Sunday 21st January in Birmingham if the squad qualifies for this event at the two indoor weekends in Kidderminster.  See the Supporters Club link on the left for more details.

posted 19/12/06

Men's 2s and 3s enjoy a successful start to London League hockey

With the Men's 2s and 3s starting the season as new competitors in the Higgins Group London League they might have been expected to take some time to find their feet playing against teams of a higher standard than they were used to.  Far from it - they both go into the Christmas break lying comfortably in 3rd position in the Premier and 2nd Division respectively. Latest match reports and league tables 2nd XI ; 3rd XI

posted 19/12/6

EG victorious in Cup thriller with Reading 

Sunday's thrilling cup defeat of holders Reading has sent the club into the winter break in the best possible frame of mind. George Harris made two superb saves to set up Captain Richard Payne to take the winning penalty stroke and clinch the game.  Full match report here; pictures here

posted 12/12/06

It's official ... EGHC are "CLUB OF THE YEAR"

EGHC were awarded "Club of the Year" at the BBC South East Sports Awards on Monday 4th December 2006.  EGHC Chairman James Leman and 1st Team Manager Matt Jones represented the club at the glittering ceremony held at the Priestfield Stadium in Gillingham. In accepting the award, James said "It is great to be able to publicly acknowledge our sponsors The Sidlow Group, Yazoo and the Hire Centre and is also a reward for all the club members especially ‘the few’ who put in so much time and effort."

BBC website here; photo gallery here; England Hockey website here

posted 4/12/06

1st XI blast Belper

EG will resume their league campaign in the new year just 2 points off the top after a convincing 5-2 win away at Belper on Sunday.  Full match report here

posted 4/12/06

EG 1st swamp Hampstead & Westminster

East Grinstead turned in their best home performance of the season at a wet and windy Saint Hill on Saturday, as they swamped Hampstead & Westminster 7-2.  Full match report here 

posted 28/11/06

EGHC's Big Night Out

EGHC held a Club Night on Saturday 25th November, starting at 6.30pm with the Men's 1st XI Premier League match against Hampstead & Westminster.  Proceedings then moved to the Bar where the new 1st XI squad members were presented with Club Ties.  A raffle was held throughout the day to raise funds for our European Indoor Campaign to Brussels in February 2007 and over £150 was raised.  Thank-you to everyone who supported and organised this event.

1st XI success in league and cup double-header weekend

The Men's 1st XI twice came from behind on Saturday to draw 2-2 with Canterbury in the league thanks to goals from Dave de Prez and Jack Marfleet.  Dave hit the spot twice from open play on Sunday to put EG through to the 5th round of the EH Cup - where they now face Reading at Saint Hill on 10th December.  With five regulars missing from the side on Sunday, Will Arthur grabbed the chance to play for the team. Manager Matt Jones said "Despite a difficult weekend with a double away trip, we had a fantastic results, showing the strength in depth which we now have" 

posted 21/11/06 

EG lose top spot but declare "We do not fear anyone"

EG were beaten 4-2 at home to reigning champions Cannock, which drops them from first to fifth in an incredibly tight National League Premier Division.  Full match report here 

Coaches Wanted:

1 or 2 coaches to train approx 45, U18 boys for post Christmas training at Ardingly School. Dates dates are 3rd - 5th January 2007, between 10.30am - 12.30pm.  This is an Ardingly initiative, but will also involve a Junior squad from EG .

If you are interested, please email Wendy Masters or phone her on 07867 587302.

posted 14/11/06 

Grinstead boss it to the top

VW Sidlow sponsored East Grinstead can be proud of yet another very professional performance away from home to Guildford, where, despite the absence of 3 of the squad, they turned in a thrilling display of attacking hockey.  Full match report here

EG add to points tally but rue missed opportunity

Matt Jones refused to be downbeat after his East Grinstead side were made to settle for a 1-1 draw at home to Beeston.  For full match report click here

Ashley hits four as Grinstead move up to 2nd

Ashley Jackson played a starring role as East Grinstead moved into second place in the National League after an eye-catching 5-4 win at Reading.  For full match report click here

Grinstead regret missed opportunities

Still without a full squad the men's 1st XI lost to Loughborough Students on Sunday, but neither the result nor the performance will give the team any cause for concern.  Instead, it merely confirmed how open the top division will be this year. For full match report and photo gallery click here

Men's 1st XI off to a flyer in season opener