And so it began…
Last weekend saw the first league fixtures take place with some notable wins for multiple teams including the M1 v Hampstead and Westminster (2-0), L1 v Wimbledon (2-0), M6 v Spencer (4-2), L4 v Eastcote (3-1) and L7 v Kings & Alleyns (1-0). There are lots more juicy fixtures coming up this Saturday including a L1 v L2 derby and four clashes against rivals East London. This week also marks the start of team Instagram takeovers on our Instagram, more on that later.
IMPORTANT: SUBS DUE 1/10 (Sat)
The start of the league also means subs are due. Membership fees were frozen this year (cost of living innit) and can be paid in full or in 4 monthly instalments.
We want to make hockey as accessible as possible so please reach out if you are facing financial difficulties for a confidential conversation to discuss options. If any member of the club has any questions or problems please contact our treasurer Juliet Drake.
Club membership fees can be found and paid for here. There are concession rates available for students, those on a low income, members of the club committee and new joiners. Players who have not purchased membership (or are not in discussion with the treasurer) will be ineligible to attend training or matches from 7th October.
Notes from the Co-Chairs (Rogers, L5 and Saq, M7)
Why hello there! If you hadn't noticed, things are a little bumpy right now but bear with us! We've got a committee meeting Monday to try and smooth things out (not GMS, we’re not miracle workers).
Headline things to note:
Clubhouse - we have one! It's The Moretown Belle, but this time with a 10% discount at the POS (5% for customer, 5% for the club) and a big chunk of sponsorship. More info will be shared at the committee meeting, so captains can update you fully, but in the meantime don’t forget to use your e-discount cards at the bar! (your captains should have these)
Comms - we're aware that communication across the club could be improved. This is something we're tackling at Monday's meeting. Any questions/concerns/suggestions - we're new to all this and wanna know, so please email wappingchair@gmail.com (before Monday ideally so we can discuss if necessary).
Lastly, we picked up the reins rather late in the summer - we are willing, just playing a little catch up - so thanks for your patience bearing with us while we get up to speed.
Looking forward to a cracking season.
Fixtures 1/10
Lee Valley Schedule
10:00 M5 v Croystx
11:30 L3 v Eastcote
13:00 L1 v L2
14:30 M2 v Wimbledon
14:30 M4 v Croystx
18:00 M1 v Surbiton
John Orwell Schedule
10:00 M9 v East London
11:10 M8 v East London
12:30 M7 v London Academicals
14:00 L5 v Spencer
Away Schedule
10:00 L6 v East London
14:45 L4 v Hampstead and Westminster
15:30 M3 v London Academicals
16:00 L7 v East London
Instagram takeovers
This weekend, team takeovers will be beginning on our Instagram @wappinghc, starting with the Ladies 1s. Be sure to give the Instagram a follow and check out last year’s highlights to see some quality content and get ideas flowing for when it’s your team’s time to shine!
WHC @ The London Marathon
Wapping members Tori Horobin, James Mahon and Will Cairns will be running the London Marathon this Sunday (2nd October) in support of three very worthwhile causes...
Tori for Mind, who provide advice and support to empower anyone struggling with their mental health - a charity close to Tori’s heart and also one that Wapping supports for mental health day. Donate to Tori’s JustGiving page here.
James for The Society For Mucopolysaccharide Diseases (The MPS Society), the only UK charity at the forefront of supporting people and families affected by Fabry Disease. Donate to James’ JustGiving page here.
And Will for the Juvenile Diabetes Research Foundation (JDRF) whose ‘phenomenal, and truly life changing, work’ supporting, researching and treating T1 diabetes has benefited Will’s life immensely. Donate to Will’s JustGiving page here.
If you’re around for it be sure to cheer them on!
Tits.
Four of them, to be precise.
No, this isn’t another remake of Total Recall, but a reference to the four original founders of L’Ump Month, which turns 5 this year. Got your attention though…
Springing from a one-off idea to umpire their neutral pool games wearing pink shirts, and then donate their expenses to Breast Cancer Care, L’Ump Month, the concept has evolved into a month-long initiative to raise vital funds for breast cancer charities, and other related women’s health causes.
Wapping HC have been stalwart supporters of L’Ump Month since day 1, organising bespoke branded stash, wearing pink to umpire, play, support and party - all in the name of charity of course!
This year the club will be finding more ways to get involved… so keep an eye on social media, emails, and get ready to #WearItPink again this October!”
Dragon Hockey Discount Codes
Must use THIS LINK and the following codes to receive discounts!
Sticks: 20% off with code WAPPING20
Bags & Accessories: 20% off with code 20CLUBBAGS
Clothing: 10% off with code 10CLUBCLOTHES
