U13 Programme Structure 2026

Eligibility: Players born 2013 & 2014


Sporting Edge Development Camp

  • Dates: 7-8 April School Holidays
  • A specialist camp providing additional skill and game play development


4 Week Development Programme + U13 7 Aside Festival

  • Start Date: Sunday 7 June
  • Venue: Invercargill Turfs
  • Weekly sessions focused on skill development, basic principles of play, and enjoyment of the game.

U13 7 Aside Festival

  • Dates: 17-19 July
  • Location: Central Otago
  • A fun, fast-paced festival providing players with exposure to representative style hockey in a supportive environment.
  • Must attend 4 week Development Programme to attend Festival


Year 8 Introduction to 11 aside Tournament

  • Dates: 26-27 September
  • Location: Otago
  • Designed to introduce Year 8 players to the 11 aside format ahead of future pathway opportunities.

To support this transition, two introduction to 11 aside training sessions will be delivered prior to the Tournament​​​​​​​