CANTERBURY HOCKEY MISSION STATEMENT To ensure Canterbury Hockey is at the forefront of New Zealand hockey. HOCKEY’S VISION HOCKEY’S VALUES Competitions that fully satisfy the needs Continued development and growth of our of the hockey fraternity game in all areas A Coaching and Development Programme Quality service to all our members in that offers opportunities for all players, everything we do coaches and umpires to reach their potential Total professionalism and ethics A professional and creditable management structure An organisation that encourages two-way communication, is open in its dealings and responsive to its members needs A financially secure Canterbury Hockey An atmosphere on and off the field that is Hockey seen by all audiences as a go- fun, enjoyable and welcoming to current ahead and progressive sport and new members and guests A representative programme that Recognition and reward for those that enhances the quality and status of hockey assist the Association to achieve its goals and objectives Increased participation at all areas of hockey Volunteers and paid staff working together to achieve common goals A will to win and to always remain competitive in our market Contents Page 4 Administration 5 Chairperson’s Report 7 Chief Executive Officer Report 6 Sponsorship, Events and Marketing Report 12 Acknowledgements 13 Competitions Report 14 2007 Competitions Rankings 18 Paragon Computer Super Six Competition Winners 20 Grass Hockey Report 21 Facilities Report 23 Coaching and Development Report 26 Representative Teams and Results 31 New Zealand Representatives 33 Lincoln University Hockey Scholarship Report 34 Tournaments & Events 36 Canterbury Junior Hockey Report 41 Junior Hockey Representative Teams 43 Junior Hockey Representative Awards 44 Masters Report 45 Canterbury Hockey Supporters’ Club Report 46 Canterbury Hockey Umpires Council Report 48 Canterbury Hockey’s Funding Partners and Sponsors NB: Copies of the annual accounts are available from the CHA office CANTERBURY HOCKEY ASSOCIATION [ ANNUAL REPORT [ 2007 2 PO Box 24 006 East Linwood 875 Avonside Drive Christchurch E: [email protected] W: www.canterburyhockey.org.nz P: 389 9126 F: 389 9825 PATRON Mayor Garry Moore PRESIDENT Richard Munt VICE PRESIDENTS Mark Beatson Bev Savage CHAIRPERSON Anthony Koorey (to July 2007) Lin Thompson (from July 2007) BOARD MEMBERS Chris Edwards, Michelle Hollands, Adrian Mouldey, Sandra Pooch, Lin Thompson Tim Murdoch (from September 2007) CHIEF EXECUTIVE OFFICER Derek Torkington (to October 2007) Tim Shannahan (from October 2007) ADMINISTRATION MANAGER Margaret Huckstep DEVELOPMENT MANAGER Greg Clark PERSONAL ASSISTANT (DEV.MAN.) Lyndsey Leask, QSM MARKETING MANAGER Steve Sheppard (to April 2007) Kate Baxter (from April 2007) FACILITIES MANAGER Peter Seymour PORRITT PARK MANAGER Mel Rainbow NUNWEEK PARK MANAGER Bill Lynn LIFE MEMBERS Mesdames J Armstrong, C Baker, G Dawe, D Copley, D Mouat, Y McDonnell, S. Haig, A McRobb, B Savage, G Shankland, B Simmonds, A Sutherland and Z Walker, Miss I Orchard Messrs A Beatson, D Coulter, G. Cox R Gillespie, T Gilliver, L Haste, A Hayde, W Lynn, C Maister, L Munt, G Reid, L Thompson, J Sturge Dr B Penfold HONORARY AUDITOR Ashton, Wheelans & Hegan HONORARY SOLICITOR Richard Burtt CANTERBURY HOCKEY ASSOCIATION [ ANNUAL REPORT [ 2007 3 CHAIRPERSON’S REPORT Our hockey public were treated to a number of national tournaments during the season. Thank you to the staff and the people who were called on to present these events. Hosting tournaments can have monetary benefits. It certainly showcases hockey for our faithful public. The Board has had a busy year. Meetings have been held monthly with concentration on updating the Strategic Plan at alternate meetings. Each year the work of the Board seems to get busier. This year is no exception. The departure of Anthony to the Persian Gulf was a set back. His astute leadership is missed. His place on the Board has been filled by Tim Murdoch who has a rich background in cricket – locally and nationally. I have found the Board members and the Officers (including Chris Maister, now H.N.Z. President) to be very supportive. I thank them The Canterbury Hockey Foundation oversees the loans from the National Bank and the City Council. Their funds come from players’ turf fees and gaming trust grants. CHA relies heavily on gaming trusts. It is an area subject to change and we must be vigilant to adjust to the changes. The Christchurch City Council has made CHA a considerable annual grant for a 10 year period. This grant expires in the 2009/2010 financial year. Re-negotiating it is a must. Canterbury Hockey has been fortunate to have enjoyed stability of staffing this year. Derek Torkington, CEO, has been heavily involved in all aspects and has provided positive leadership. Margaret Huckstep, Administration Manager, has toiled in coping with the many demands of her position. Greg Clark, Coaching and Development Manager, continues to plan our programmes and refine existing ones. Lyndsey Leask, Greg’s P.A., brings to her work a wealth of experience and a willingness to help ‘across the board’. Our newest staff member, Kate Baxter, has settled quickly and successfully into her role of Sponsorship, Events and Marketing. Peter Seymour, Facilities Manager, and his team of Bill Lynn and Mel Rainbow, have worked hard to provide us all with clean, well-maintained facilities. They are faced with a range of challenges and we appreciate the standards they attain. It would be timely now to record our thanks to Derek Torkington, our CEO for the last four years. Derek joined Canterbury Hockey when finances presented serious problems. As a former banker, Derek was well-equipped to meet these challenges. He has fitted well into the hockey scene both locally and nationally. We thank him for his leadership and wish him and Denise, Best Wishes for whatever the future may hold. Thanks are due to the various committees that are such an integral part of Canterbury Hockey. The Supporters’ Club provides valuable manpower for special occasions. The Canterbury Hockey Umpires Council has administered a changing scene well and is going from strength to strength. Competitions, Finance and the Junior Management Committee. have all been conscientious and successful. We are grateful to our sponsors whether they support clubs, schools, or C.H.A. Hockey can be quite an expensive sport and the contribution of sponsors is appreciated. In conclusion, Best Wishes to you all for the ‘off season’ - if there is still such a season. Lin Thompson Chairman CANTERBURY HOCKEY ASSOCIATION [ ANNUAL REPORT [ 2007 4 CHIEF EXECUTIVE OFFICER REPORT This has been another successful year for Canterbury Hockey and although we all believe we could have done better, our representative teams have once again kept Canterbury one of the top associations in New Zealand This year we have struggled to maintain a high level of funding due mainly to cost increases beyond our control and the continuing battle to raise funds from our funding agencies. It is of major concern that we have to continually depend on their support especially as we need to try and build up reserves for turf replacements, lighting and other maintenance items. Our Chairman Anthony Koorey resigned late in the year to take up a position in the Middle East. This was a big loss to Canterbury Hockey as Anthony had gradually moved the Board’s focus to governance. This is now continuing to make progress and I would like to thank our current Board for the forward thinking and continuing commitment to making Canterbury Hockey a strong and vibrant organisation. Each year I thank the Board on behalf of Canterbury Hockey for the work that they do, but I am sure that many hockey people do not realise the time and effort they put into the sport they love. As with other years Canterbury Hockey exists on a shoestring and the work done by our Finance committee in conjunction with our accountants, Paul Duggan and Associates, continues to be of the highest standard. As with other committees throughout Canterbury Hockey they give of their time and expertise for no personal rewards. They are much appreciated by the staff; we would not survive without the help given in all areas. The Canterbury Hockey Foundation Trust, under the chairmanship of Peter Cox, continues to be an important part of Canterbury Hockey. The Foundation Board is our avenue of funding and they ensure that all funding that they require is met through Canterbury Hockey. With the resignation of Steve Sheppard to travel overseas we have employed Kate Baxter as our new Sponsorship, Events & Marketing Manager. Kate’s role is in the process of being updated to give her the opportunity to get out of the office and achieve our sponsorship targets. Our staff continue to do an outstanding job giving of their time freely well outside of normal working hours; they are a credit to our organisation with the time and effort put in during the year. Our representative teams have also had a good year. Canterbury continues each year to achieve high standards both in results and in the way our teams conduct themselves while representing their province. Our coaches, managers and all people associated with our representative teams have done another outstanding job which is appreciated both by the players, staff and the Board. Work will commence on Nunweek Park to replace the turf which has broken down due to UV problems and this should be in place for the new season. Unfortunately the Council has held up work on the finishing of the stand and now wishes it to be put in the overall plan for sport within Canterbury. Derek Torkington Chief Executive Officer CANTERBURY HOCKEY ASSOCIATION [ ANNUAL REPORT [ 2007 5 SPONSORSHIP, EVENTS AND MARKETING REPORT INTRODUCTION The Canterbury Hockey Association has had a successful year but this has not been without some challenges.