Horncastle Men’s 1s — battling the odds, the sand, and the hangovers. The Men’s 1s hit the road for their first away trip of the season, destination: Junction 600 Audi, a pitch more suited to a beach volleyball tournament than a hockey match. A delayed start (thanks to Ed polishing Read more…
“Short on numbers, big on character – the Men’s 1s find a way, 3-1 Victory to start the season.” The Men’s 1s kicked off their campaign with a squad so light it looked more like a charity 7s side than a proper XI. With the Cartwright brothers AWOL, Jonny missing, Read more…
“Grimsby brought Olympic-level seriousness. We brought chaos…and a pint” The Men’s 2s turned up to face Grimsby 1s with a half-decent squad, a few weary 1s players doubling up, and zero expectation of civility from the opposition — who apparently believed a gold medal was at stake. Spoiler: it wasn’t. Read more…
The day began with dread – Grimsby on the north east coast, visions of a windswept hockey wasteland with seagulls circling overhead. Instead, we rocked up to a brand-new pitch, fresh lines gleaming, and a half-decent crowd. Season opener vibes were strong. A proper stage for hockey. We went 1-0 Read more…
The opening weekend of the 2024/25 season is upon us this weekend (14.09.24). Best of luck to everyone involved but more importantly enjoy being back on the pitch! Thanks again to match ball sponsors Spa Landscaping, and to our main sponsors Balcan Lighting, Fairburns Eggs and Imp & Maker for Read more…
Horncastle’s annual mixed summer league began last week with win a win for the President’s XI, a draw for Horncastle and a loss for Untouchaballs. Reigning champions Hot Shots start their campaign against Leadenham on 25/05/2022. For fixtures, results and the league table please follow the link – Summer League Read more…
On May 7th Horncastle Hockey Club celebrated a delayed 50th Anniversary. The actual anniversary would have been in November 2020 but the COVID lockdown put the celebrations on hold for a year and a half. The landmark was celebrated with a match between a team of club Legends and a Read more…
Horncastle Hockey Club are holding their annual general meeting on Monday 23rd May in the Astrobar. All club members are welcome to attend. If you wish to volunteer for a role on the committee then please make sure are in attendance, or have at least notified a member of the Read more…
Congratulations to the Men’s 2nd XI who have won the Yorkshire & North East Division 2 Wold league with a game to spare!
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