Volunteer

Volunteering at Ealing Hockey Club

The Club belongs to you, the Member. It cannot run without the invaluable support that is given by the few.

The Club is bigger than you realise. You can liken your Club to any business and with over 450 members it has many cogs (servers, routers and nodes in younger person speak) that need to be kept in good order to ensure the continued smooth running of the best thing to happen to Ealing in the last 10 years!

Could you help in any small way?

Do you have any of these skill-sets? “Finance, – Communications (whether real-world or via web, social media), database management (maintaining club membership), Facilities and Grounds, Bar and Catering, Fundraising / Sponsorship, Welfare of members, Socials, Special Projects and events”. This doesn’t even include the actual reason you are part of a hockey club!

“The arranging of fixtures, tours, booking pitches, organising umpires, help captains and team managers organise and run their teams, be a league contacts etc.

All these areas are managed and supported by a number of dedicated volunteers who do an absolute sterling job in keeping your club running, and for that, you should thank them when you see them ! could you help them or be one?

We need more people to help this core group of volunteers, who are currently stretched to the limit in what they can do for the club with limited time and resources – most all have day jobs too ! Can you help?

These days we all know time is precious, and even if you can give 1 to 2 hours a week to help with the running of the club, it would be time gratefully received and welcomed.

Many other roles need support:

Communications: Working with our newly appointed Media and Communications Officer to help spread the word, and updating Twitter, Facebook and whatever new method of social media is current, designing and poster campaigns etc.
Catering/Match teas point of Contact: Liaising with the team and fixtures to ensure visiting teams are looked after.
Membership support: Checking off the membership and helping people with logging onto the new system.
Fundraising: working with our newly appointed Fund Raising and Sponsorship officer and contacting each section to ensure teams are fundraising
Admin: General Admin help for your sections, be it Ladies, Mens or Colts
Umpire Coordinator/Administrator: Encourage new umpires and ensure each team has an umpire.
Colts: See the Colts section for more roles, but in general, Admin support, Fixture Contact, Communications contact, and Fundraising (be it a simple second-hand sale to recycle junior kit on a Sunday) help.

If these roles are not filled then the club will struggle to keep running, please think about what you can do to help and let your club captain know if you can give a few hours of your time.

Thank You

Parents – Your Club Needs You!

We’re recruiting enthusiastic parent helpers to support our junior section, and we’d love for you to get involved. Come down on a Sunday morning to see why others are joining the fun and making a difference in our sessions!

Who Are We Looking For?

We’re looking for parents who can bring a positive and engaging presence to our junior hockey sessions. No prior hockey experience is required—just your enthusiasm and a willingness to help!

Here’s what we’re hoping you can bring:

A warm and friendly attitude that makes kids feel welcome.
Great conversation skills to connect with young players and learn what they enjoy about hockey.
A knack for remembering names and faces to make everyone feel included.
Creativity and energy to turn warm-ups and drills into fun adventures.
Positivity, even on rainy days, to keep spirits high.
Organisational skills to help set up equipment or take the register.
An encouraging attitude, celebrating effort and progress with enthusiasm.
A belief in inclusivity, where having fun is more important than winning.
Commitment to safety and policies, including a willingness to complete a DBS check.

You can help as much or as little as you’d like—every bit makes a difference!

What You’ll Receive from Us

We’re here to support you every step of the way:

Guidance from experienced coaches to help you gain confidence.
An induction to the club where you can decide how much involvement works for you.
Access to training opportunities, if you’d like to develop your skills further.

Ready to Join or Want to Learn More?

If this sounds like you, we’d love to hear from you! For an informal chat or to express interest, please contact any of Our Team Managers/captains. Let’s work together to make hockey an amazing experience for all our young players.

Thank you for considering joining our team!

Become a Young Leader

Ealing HC has been running a young leader programme since its inception and it is pleasing to see those original Young Leaders return from University to take up a formal role at the Club!

In September 2024, we proudly remodelled our programme, partnering with the Young Ealing Foundation and the Jack Petchey Foundation's Achievement Award Scheme. The Ealing Hockey Club Young Leaders Programme is an exciting opportunity for young people to develop leadership skills, gain valuable experience, and make a real impact in their community. Open to hockey enthusiasts aged 14 to 25, the program offers mentorship in coaching, officiating, running festivals and events, and club leadership.

For example, our first young leader returned to Ealing HC after graduating from university and retiring from the USA team and is a crucial member of the coaching set-up.

By joining, you'll:

Boost Confidence: Learn to lead on and off the pitch.
Gain Qualifications: Receive certifications that look great on your CV or university applications.
Inspire Others: Play a role in growing hockey at schools, clubs, and local events.
Make Friends: Connect with other passionate young leaders from across the country.
Have Fun: Enjoy hands-on opportunities while contributing to the sport you love.

Whether you dream of a future in sports or want to give back to the hockey community, this program is your chance to shine!

Contact Penny Lewis to enquire/register

Get Involved as an Umpire at Ealing Hockey Club

At Ealing Hockey Club, we actively encourage our members to get involved as officials. Every year, we host a Level 1 Umpires' Course for 10 to 20 players, helping them gain their umpiring qualifications. By doing so, we ensure a strong base of qualified umpires within our club. Notably, one of our junior umpires has even gone on to officiate at a higher level!

Interested in Becoming an Umpire?

To start your journey, simply reach out to your captain, team manager, or any committee member who can guide you through the process and provide the necessary information.

For more details on umpiring, visit the England Hockey website by clicking the button below.

Getting Started

Explore Umpiring Resources on the England Hockey Hub

The England Hockey Hub offers a dedicated section for umpiring, where you can:

Access the Rules of Hockey
Engage with free umpire e-learning modules
Use the interactive "You're the Umpire" tool, where you can weigh in on umpiring decisions and get expert feedback.
The Hockey Hub also offers an Umpire Membership, giving you access to additional e-learning content, exclusive insights, and further development opportunities.
Some areas of the Hockey Hub require a log-in, but don't worry—it's free to sign up!

"Picture - Tom Curtis (Ealing YL) at the EH National Schools Finals" courtesy of England Hockey"

Click the button below to visit the Hockey Hub and unlock these fantastic resources.

England Hockey's Online Training Hub

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