Happy holidays!
This is the last edition of The Back Post before the winter break so we have some updates on Team of the Year, the current league standings for each team, and a request for feedback from the Exec. Additionally we have some exciting fundraisers and social updates to keep you entertained over the holidays.
Last weekend most matches were postponed but the M9 absolutely destroyed East London 11-0 and the L1 fought hard for a 2-1 win against top of the league and previously unbeaten Wayfarers. This weekend there are a few matches as well as indoor tournaments for the M1 and L1.
Wishing you all a Merry Christmas and a Happy New Year from Wapping HC and The Back Post!
Note from the Co-Chairs
Since we’re halfway through the season, the Exec would love to get some feedback on how you think Wapping is doing, and what might need some work, so we’ve created this (one field) form to collate your thoughts. Feel free to tell us anything you’d like us to consider for the remainder of this season and moving into the next. (It could be performance related, social ideas, suggestions for sponsorship, thoughts on training/club management/comms etc. - if you’ve got thoughts we want to hear them.) If you’d like us to follow up on anything feel free to leave your name and email address but we’re equally happy to receive anonymous feedback should you feel more comfortable sharing that way.
And finally, a huge shout out to everyone for all your help and patience this half season. Wapping simply wouldn’t exist without all the amazing people in it, and those helping run it, so sending big festive love to you all.
Save the dates
February social
Come and ring in the second half of the season with us on February 4th at the Moretown Belle. Join us to watch the Six Nations kick off with England vs Scotland at 4.45pm - if rugby isn't your bag, come along after it's finished for a night of drinks, games and good vibes.January training
Training restarts the week commencing 9th of January UNLESS your captain has arranged for a session the previous week (eg. the L3 and L5 who have games on the 7th).
EOSD fundraiser - Last One Standing (Premier league edition)
With some much deserved downtime in the coming weeks, we thought we'd keep you entertained with a game....
Welcome to Last One Standing: £5 to enter buys you 3 lives. You have to select a Premier League football team each week to win their match, each team can only be used once. A draw or loss and you lose a life. Last one standing wins.
£30 prize, the rest of the money goes towards the End of Season Dinner which we hope everyone is getting very excited for.
First picks are to be done by Dec 28th 2022, to start on Dec 30th 2022.
Sign up form and more details here.
League standings
As the first half of the season is almost complete, except for a few postponed matches from last weekend, below is an update of where our teams stand in the London Leagues. Particular shout outs to the M6 who are currently topping Div 4 East and the L1 who are pushing for promotion into National League, with 3rd place in London Prem.
Team of the year update
We also have an official mid season update on Team of the Year. As mentioned previously, Team of the Year points can be gained for a variety of things including: volunteering as a coach, umpiring, activity on social media and at club socials, match results and goal scored.
Below are the current top 5 teams:
M6 on 2195 points
M7 on 1320 points
M8 on 1080 points
L3 on 975 points
M1 on 850 points
There’s still half of the season to go so I’d especially encourage the Ladies teams to try and join the L3 in the top 5. Unfortunately one team are also currently on 0 points but it’s not too late to get climbing up that table!
Fixtures this week
This weekend the M7 are playing Brom Becks and a few teams may be playing rescheduled matches after lots of pitch freezes last Saturday. Additionally both the Ladies 1s and Mens 1s are playing in indoor tournaments on Saturday and Sunday. Best of luck!
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
