Giving and receiving
Shoutouts last weekend to the M8 who put 8 goals past THD in an 8-1 win, the L1 who make it 8 in 8, maintaining their perfect start to the season and top of the league position, and the L7 for getting their first win of the season against East London. As we push towards Christmas there are lots of big games this weekend including the M7 and M9 who have derbies against East London.
It’s festive season!
It’s time to start getting in the festive spirit (if you haven’t already) with our club Christmas social which is taking place next Saturday the 2nd December at Forge (near Bank) from 7:30pm. Time to get your outfits, dance moves and best chat ready for what will be a great night to kick off the festive period!
New Year New Umpire system
A huge thanks to all those who have umpired this year/got trained up/been assessed. You guys rock 🤘 We're in a better place than last year but we've still a way to go, so now the teams have settled, we're switching up how we allocate umpires.
Starting January 13th, our ULO, Jane, will update the number of slots that need covering as normal but each slot will also have a team allocated to it based on level and timing of other games. If by Wednesday there has not been an offer to cover the slot, the team that has been allocated it MUST provide an umpire. Slots will be allocated well in advance so there will be plenty of notice for your team to organise who helps out.
So what do YOU need to do before then?
1. If you aren't already an umpire, take the online umpire course (click on the 'BOOK HERE England Hockey' box under the 'Level 1 Umpiring Course, select a date, register an account, and book your course. Please note that once taken our UDOs can support you with as much on pitch help as you need. If the cost (£30) is prohibitive please reach out in confidence to our treasurer.
2. If you're already an umpire, encourage your teammates to get trained up and consider reaching out to our Development Officers, James, Phil and DC should you like any development support.
Whitechapel Mission
Since 1876, The Whitechapel Mission has been called to serve the men and women caught in the cycles of poverty, hopelessness and dependencies of many kinds, and to see their lives transformed to hope, joy and lasting productivity.
Winter is a difficult time for many people, but especially for those sleeping rough. The weather is changeable, and the nights are longer. At the peak of winter, it will be dark by 4pm. We all know our summer is over and the cold is here. And they know it too.
How can we support?
1. Donating Clothes, Toiletries and Linen. More info on this here: https://whitechapel.org.uk/supporting-us
So maybe it's time to do a winter clear out to create space for those new clothes you've bought in the recent sales or gifts you receive over this festive period!
Or
2. Financial donations, which can be made here https://whitechapel.org.uk/winterappeal
There will be donation bags/boxes at both LV and JO storage rooms for you to drop off your amazing donations!
We will be looking to make the donation to Whitechapel Mission on the 18th December.
It’s Black FriYay
If you still haven’t downloaded EasyFundraising, today is literally the perfect day to do so before you make any Black Friday purchases! EasyFundraising partners with over 7,000 brands who will donate part of what you spend to a cause of your choice. It won't cost you any extra. The cost is covered by the brand.
Our cause is Wapping Hockey Club and we’ve already raised £2.7k for club for purchases from easyFundraising.
Additionally, Club member Iain Davidson has increased the donation payments for Three Mobile if you go via https://www.easyfundraising.org.uk/retailer/three-mobile/ with donations going up to £50.00 per purchase, as well as some great Black Friday deals on phones, SIM only contracts and broadband.
And if you don’t need to change your phone contract, have a look at great offers from loads of retailers such as Amazon, Adidas, Apple, Expedia, JustEat and more – all who will donate money to Wapping when you purchase!
Results update:
Last week in a line: DLWLLLWDLWLLWDW
Fixtures this week
Member discounts:
Check out our Members' area (Password: whc1989) which has all of our available offers, including:
20% off NuSmile dentists
A free Psycle session
Grubby: 50% off + free delivery on 1st box, plus 30% off for the rest of the month
2 weeks free trial of El Tab app giving members 4 free drinks in London nightly
20% off Sharp Movement
Discounted club trip to Leyton Orient on February 13th 2024
