Its been a fun summer of hockey on the Copthill Astro for current and former Parents and Staff and Old Coptillians. Despite the odd downpour, most Wednesday evenings since the beginning of May you will have found a surprisingly energetic bunch showing off their stick skills in training drills and enjoyably competitive matches.
Making no apology for starting the sessions with “walking-hockey” (some interesting speed walking styles on show!), the pace soon picks up to full on seven-a-side games. When a breather is required we often resort to various tried and tested shooting drills. As the season has gone on I’m pleased to report that more balls have ended up in the goal, and perhaps fewer have ended up on the Barnack Road?!
Sadly, as the darker nights draw in, the last session at Copthill arrives in October. Many thanks to all those who have joined us this year, as well as the parents I am delighted that we have been able to welcome back so many talented Old Copthillians and their friends, which forces us to focus more and run harder! (…you must have been coached well….?!)
Stay fit and we look forward to starting all over again in April 2024.
Mr T
May 2023
October 2023