Caradon Junior Section

JUNIOR HOCKEY 2011/2012      

7 November 2011 - Caradon under 10's stars shine......

A selection of Caradons juniors made the trip to Penzance on Sunday to take part in the mixed under 10s mini league. A bright sunny day in Penzance was the backdrop for the only Caradon Hockey club victory of the weekend.

The chilly breeze seemed to add to the pre match nerves for the travelling youngsters but within 5 minutes of their 1^st game starting they had found their feet. Some wonderful passing play from the Caradon side gave Jacob Andrews chance for a run on goal and a strong strike slotted the goal into the far corner. The Caradon defence weren’t troubled at all in this first game and so strong was the team effort Andrews found himself on another run into goal and again the ball was fired into the goal. The final whistle blew shortly after giving the team their first win.

The Penzance B looked a stronger team than the first but with Caradons confidence boosted after their 1^st win things were looking good. This game would prove to be a showcase of their talent and team spirit in a game they dominated right from the start. Ben Reynolds, Abigail Johnson and Kerryn Walsh all scored in this game, showing that it truly was a team effort. Ben Fisher in goal was also tested for the first time and dealt with the pressure well, to end the game 3-0 to Caradon.

The third and final game of the day was against Truro A, by some way the strongest team of the day. The parents and coaches watching might have been nervous but the youngsters on the pitch certainly weren’t. Truro set out to win the game right from the start but their star striker was robbed of any goal scoring opportunity, as the entire Caradon team got behind the ball to defend. Sasha Riddle made some key tackles at the edge of their D, keeping Truro out and giving the team a little breathing space. Caradon gave away a series of penalties in their D, giving the opposition chance to take the lead, but try as they may they just couldn’t capitalise on the advantage. A big team push from Caradon gave Jacob Andrews enough space to goal for the third time that day and edge into the lead. Truro could never find their way back into the game after conceding the goal meaning Caradon won 1-0.

It was a very impressive display from the Caradon team, with the youngsters playing for the first time as a team and with a number of them playing their first competitive game. All of those who took part were a credit to the club, playing very fairly and with a great team spirit, thanks to all the parents who travelled down enabling them  to take part. The second leg of the competition takes place on the 4^th of December.

Lux Park was the venue for the first of the county U14 boys and U12 girls tournaments.

Caradon U14 team had a completely new look from last years’ squad and competed well against teams from Truro, Launceston and Penzance. Callum Hodges and Jordan Johns shared the goalkeeping duties and both made some great saves.

The Caradon U12 girls squad had some familiar faces but welcomed the addition of Kerryn Walsh and Chloe Higman. The girls finished top of their group following 2 draws and a victory over Penzance. The goalscorers on the day were Jessica Jones, Daisy Hunn, Kerryn Walsh and Joely Bytheway.

The junior section of Caradon Hockey Club is going from strength to strength. After last years’ achievement of obtaining ‘Clubs First’ status they have been shortlisted for junior club of the year at the Cornwall sports awards to be held next month.

Caradon juniors train at the astro at Lux Park on Wednesdays 6-7pm and new members are always welcome.

Junior training starts Wednesday 7^th September at Lux Park, Liskeard!!!!!

New membership forms will be available on the night for you to fill in and return. The cost is remaining the same as last year, £10 yearly membership and £2 per training session. 

This year we are changing the format of junior training due to the increased numbers attending the sessions!

From 6pm-7pm it will be U13 girls and U14 boys.

This session will be led by qualified club coaches as is open to anyone at all levels of ability from the age of 7

From 7pm-8.15pm U16 girls and U16 boys will train with the senior ladies 3^rd team and the new men’s 2^nd team.The later session will be led by Matt Bell, a qualified level 2 coach who has been training the seniors for the past 3 years.  

Ø Caradon Hockey club is again hosting county Boys U14 and Girls U12 tournaments throughout the year. Confirmed dates are 16/10/11, 27/11/11, 05/02/12 and 04/03/12 

Ø Penzance will be hosting county Girls U14, Boys U12 and mixed U10. Confirmed dates are 06/11/11, 04/12/11, 29/01/12 and 26/02/12

Ø Caradon Hockey Club mixed U16 team who did so well last year have been entered into the county mixed U16 cup competition This is a brief summary for the new season! More information about competitions, JDC nominations, foundation umpires and leadership awards will be given out throughout the season. 

IF YOU HAVE ANY QUESTIONS ABOUT THE UPCOMING SEASON PLEASE SPEAK TO ONE OF THE JUNIOR COACHES OR POADY VIA THE WEBSITE OR AT THE JUNIOR TRAINING SESSIONS!!

Junior Presentation Evening 2011


Caradon HC held their annual end of season Junior Presentation at Liskeard sports club on Wednesday.
Celebrating a fantastic season where no less than 12 members have represented Cornwall from U14 to U17 age groups.
The junior section of the club is continuing to grow, now boasting over 50 members.
Training has now finished for the season but will resume again at the start of September.
Presentations were made by club president Jan Woodman and were awarded to:
Most improved U12 girl – Georgia Davies
Most improved U12 boy – Nathan Wills
Most improved U14 girl – Ester Bowlder
Most improved U14 boy – Ryhs Hodge
Most improved U16 girl – Molly Walsh
Most improved U16 boy – Ben Johnson
Junior member of the year – Olivia Childs
Thanks to Glen Rogers for taking the photos - see these on www.cornwall-photos.com/cat/10809/caradon-hc-jun-presentation


March 2011
~ CONGRATULATIONS to Lawrence Pullen, Mark Arnold and Molly Walsh for successfully completing their Foundation Umpires Award!
~ Presentation Evening is scheduled for Wednesday 30 March at 7pm in the Sports Club. Parents and family are all welcome.
~ The next Badgers fixtures are at Lux Park on Sunday 27 March from midday.
~ Juniors over 14 years are welcome to join with senior members at Pay and Play sessions throughout April on Wednesday evenings from 7pm £2
~ Come along and support the Clubs Mixed team on Sunday 13 March from 1pm at Lux Park when they take on Newent in the next round of the England Hockey Mixed Knockout Competition.

Congratulations to members of Caradon Hockey club who have been accepted onto Cornwalls hockey development centres. Mark Arnold, Finnan Andrews, Olli Cliffe, Laurence Pullen, Jacob Henning, Liam Hunn, Tom Vick, Rhys Hodge, Callum Hodge, Jordan Johns, Ross Bellinger were amongst those who travel to Bude or Truro for specific agility and technical training. Special mention to Nicole Harding and Olivia Childs who after last season’s success at the academy centres were automatically entered into the development centres.
Those attending these sessions will be eligible to continue to academy centres. U16 and U14 Cornwall squads are selected from those attending and get a chance to play in regional competitions.
Caradon Hockey Club is very proud of its junior members and is looking forward to competing in county club competitions in U16, U14 and U12 age groups that start next month. We are also keen to encourage our youngsters to start playing in competitive senior leagues.