2025 WBHS European Tour

"E ngā rau rangatira mā, ka maumahara koutou ki tēnei kōrero. Ehara taku toa I te toa takitahi, engari he toa takitini.

Success is not the work of one but the work of many."

The Westlake Boys High School Hockey programme is taking two teams to Belgium, Germany and the Netherlands in April 2025.

These boys love hockey, and this is a once-in-a-lifetime opportunity to experience hockey in some of the biggest hockey nations. The boys will play games against local club teams, get coaching in each country, and compete against teams from around the world in the prestigious JIPHT International Youth Hockey Easter Tournament in The Hague. They’ll also experience some amazing educational and cultural experiences throughout the tour.

This is the Tour page to make it easy for people to get involved, sign up, and support the various events the boys are doing as part of their fundraising.

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Samosa Sales

Great opportunity to buy some samosas as a yummy meal or snack for your family.

Slightly smaller than a standard pie, these are usually $4.30 each in the supermarket.

Buy a box of 10 samosas for $26 to support our hockey tour boys.

Click on the Buy Samosas button, choose the individual boy you want to support, place your order and make payment.

Orders close 13th October. Samosa delivery will be arranged on or after 24th October by the boy you supported.

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Beats by Bingo

Thanks to everyone who supported our Beats by Bingo fundraising event and online auction.

We had 380 people come along, had loads of fun, and were thrilled with the support of our live auction, raffles and online auction.

Thanks so much! We hope you had a brilliant night!

24-hour Hockeyathon 2024

For our first major fundraiser, which took place on Matariki Friday, 28th June, our young men pushed themselves by playing hockey for 24 hours straight!

They opened up the event to as many people as possible to ‘join them on the turf’ at North Harbour Hockey #5.

We kicked off the day with a ‘Hit a Goal Past the Teachers’ session, with Paul Fordham (WBHS Associate Principal) and Holly Pearson (WGHS teacher and ex Black Stick forward) donning the goalie gear for our cause. On the turf, there were games between Westlake Boys and Westlake Girls, bringing to life the inclusive nature of hockey. There was a much-anticipated battle between the Tour Boys and a Teachers and Westlakers (ex-students) team – plenty of banter there! Around 50 youngsters joined us to give hockey a go and/or to improve their skills with coaching from our Tour Boys. We were incredibly fortunate to have three ex-Black Sticks (Casey Henwood, Shaun Barnett and George Muir) and a Future Black Stick (Georgie Shotter) who gave their time and expertise to run specialist coaching, attended by around 50 fortunate young people. We also had an expert goalie coaching session with Simon Galt. We hosted a Fast 5’s Tournament with 6 teams showing us their skills as well as a Glow in the Dark game under the Matariki Stars. Off the turf, there was a hockey stick design and colouring-in competition for the youngsters – congratulations to our winner Rosa. We had a book sale, BBQ, cake stall, cold drinks, and fantastic hot coffee and iced chocolate courtesy of Vibe Coffee Roasters. A busy and successful 24 hours of crazy hockey fun, supported by so many amazing people.

Sign Up for Coaching & Games

Pre-register to be involved in the various games and coaching sessions.

These have limited numbers, so get in quick!

Fast 5's Mini Tournament

Fast 5’s Sign up

Gather together a team of 8 or 10 people, anyone 14 years and older. Or register as an individual and we’ll put you in a team. Challenge our Tour Boys, and show us your skills.

5-aside games on ¼ turf, 13 minutes each half with a 2 minute half time break. Two pools, and a minimum of 4 games per team. No lifting.

First games start 5.30pm, games finished by 10pm. BYO stick, shinpads and mouthguards.

Turn up to play in all weathers (except lightning). If you register and don’t turn up, we’ll treat your $25 as a Tour donation (thanks 😊)

The access gates for #5 carpark will close soon after 10pm, so if you plan to hang around longer for sausages, drinks and moral support, then please park at the main NHHA carpark and walk over.

Click below to sign up as an individual or team for Fast 5s! Payment is required straight after registration to confirm your place.

$25/person. Code: Fast 5’s

Reference: Your Name & Team name

Matariki Glow in the Dark Game

Glow in the Dark Sign up

Get your night vision out, bring out the fluros, and get amongst it with night-time hockey fun.

Enter a team or as an individual to join our boys on one of four 30 minute ½ turf 7-aside games. Anyone 14 years and older.

BYO stick and mouthguard. The glow in the dark ball is pretty soft, so shinpads are not compulsory. Fluro bits and pieces will be available to ‘brighten up your stick and yourself’. First two games at 10.15pm, next two at 10.45pm. Plenty of opportunity to look up and enjoy the Matariki stars!

You’ll have to park in the main NHHA carpark and walk around to Harbour #5 because the access gates will be locked by 10pm, so please allow a little extra time for walking across and get your self ready to ‘glow’.

Click below to sign up as an individual or 7-aside team for Glow in the Dark games. Payment is required straight after registration to confirm your place.

$15/person. Code: Matariki

Reference: Your Name

Have a Go at Hockey

Have a Go Sign up

Sign up (and tell your friends) to enjoy a 45 minute hockey session with our Westlake Tour boys teaching you some skills.

Hockey stick will be supplied. You’re welcome to bring shinpads and mouthguard if you have them, but the activities will be low risk, so that’s not compulsory.

Have some fun with our coaches, working in small groups of boys and girls of similar ages. Ages 5 and up.

Parents/guardians are responsible for their children (this is not a ‘drop and run’ session – but you’re welcome to enjoy the sausage sizzle, baking, cold drinks and coffee on the sidelines).

Click below to sign up for one of the two sessions on Friday afternoon (1.30pm or 2.45pm) or the one (for the early birds!) at 8am on Saturday morning. Payment is required straight after registration to confirm your place.

$15/person. Code: Hockey

Reference: Your Name

Black Sticks Coaching

Black Stick Coaching Sign Up

A fantastic opportunity to hone your skills with the support of a couple of New Zealand’s talented ex and future Black Sticks.

Whether you want to nail your technique for hitting overhead, or maybe you’re up for some PC techniques, learn it here.

It’s not often you get to get tips from the experts. Numbers are limited so payment is required straight after registration to confirm your place.

Click below to sign up for one of the specialist 45 minute sessions at 12pm and 12.45pm on Friday.

$20/person. Code: BlkStick

Reference: Your Name

Have a Go at Goalkeeping

Have a Go Goalkeeping Sign Up

Never been in the goal before but keen to give it a try - join us at 3.30pm on Friday 28 June. Our tour goalies and their fellow goalkeepers will give you an introduction to goalkeeping and equip you with the basics in a fun-filled 45min session, so you can unleash your inner goalie superstar!

Goalkeeper gear will be provided, but please arrive 30min before your session to get kitted up. Participants MUST wear sports shoes.

Click below to sign up for this specialist 45 minute session at 3.30pm Friday. Payment is required straight after registration to confirm your place.

$20/person. Code: Goalie

Reference: Your Name

Train with an Expert Goalkeeper

Goalkeeper Coaching Sign Up

Calling all goalies, seasoned or newbies, to join our Expert Goalkeeper coaches for some tips and tricks to improve your skills between the posts in a 45min, small group coaching session.

Please bring your own GK gear.

Click below to sign up for this specialist 45 minute session at 3.30pm Friday. Payment is required straight after registration to confirm your place.

$20/person. Code: GKs

Reference: Your Name

Improve your Skills

Improve your Skills Sign Up

Whatever your current hockey-playing experience is, this is a great opportunity to build your skills with our Westlake Tour boys.

Coaching for current hockey players of any age and skill level/experience, working in small groups to maximise your learning opportunity.

Click below to sign up for one of the three Hockey Upskilling sessions (Friday 1.30pm, Friday 2.45pm, and Saturday 8am)

Payment is required straight after registration to confirm your place.

$15/person. Code: Hockey

Reference: Your Name

Thank You to our Sponsors!!

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Scan the QR code or click the link to donate! Any donation is appreciated!

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Directions to 24-hour Hockeyathon

Come along to Turf 5 at North Harbour Hockey. Entry via Jack Hinton Drive, off Rosedale Road, in Albany.

Please note, the entry into Jack Hinton Drive via Paul Matthews Road is currently closed for road maintenance.

Also, the gates to Rosedale Park H5 car park will close at 10pm. Please use alternative car parking at North Harbour Hockey Stadium, Bush Road for evening events.

Upcoming Events

Ladies Long Lunch

A fabulous leisurely Sunday luncheon to spoil the ladies.

Hosted at Hallertau Brewery in Riverhead.

Special activities, entertainment, and silent auctions.

More information available closer to the time.

Date confirmed as Sunday 2nd March 2025.

Once tickets are available for sale, the Buy Tickets button will be activated.

Gallery

The Boys in Action