Teams for today, good luck all 💙

“This weekend sees the return of the Magnificent 7s, SUBHC’s own band of renegade bandits, ready to cross the frontier and launch a daring raid on Chesterfield 4s. Those who know me well will appreciate that this is a cause which is close to my heart. The 7th team has been the launchpad for many a Bankers player over the years, and exists, at least in part, for that very reason. Nothing gives me greater pleasure than to watch a player from the Men’s 7s or Ladies’ 4s strut their stuff in a higher team.

A few years ago, I wrote an article for The Hockey Paper (https://www.thehockeypaper.co.uk/articles/2023/05/10/when-the-pains-have-receded-i-will-be-ready-again-one-hockey-players-season) which explained why the 7s are so important to a club like Bankers. For me, it’s not about the scoreline at the end of the game, but being out in the open air with the freedom to run around, having fun with friends, and sharing experiences which bring a smile to your face, even years later. Only last week, I reminded Richard Kirtley of the season when the 7s scored 100 goals (and still didn’t get promoted).

For that reason, it seems all the more important to recognise the gallantry of Kiran Katechia in agreeing to lead the team. I am sure that you will all join me in showing your appreciation and support. In doing so, I’d like to paraphrase from the Hockey Paper article:

‘Some teams play to win. The 7s win every time we play. Roll on the rest of the season.’” – from our very own @subhcmole

Fixtures for tomorrow 👀

Results for the weekend 🤌

First draw will be early next month so get involved for the chance to win!!

Tomorrows fixtures 😎

Results are in!!

We have 2 wins from our L2s and 3s 😎

Also a HUGE 6/7 wins for the men’s section this weekend 🎉

Well done to all 💙🤍

Sally’s story:

On Tuesday, the 29th of April 2025 I was given the devastating news that no woman wants to hear. I’m sorry Sally but your biopsy is positive for breast cancer. This was following my three yearly routine mammogram, thank goodness the NHS has such a good surveillance scheme.

I am definitely one of the lucky ones as the cancer was found very early and was not aggressive.

So on 22nd May I had the cancer removed and 2 weeks later received the news I was waiting for, the cancer had not spread to my lymph nodes.

I have now completed my radiotherapy and I am well and truly on the road to recovery so I wanted to do something to celebrate being cancer free and raise a few quid for Prevent Breast Cancer.

The focus of this charity is a commitment to predicting and preventing breast cancer.

National Breast Imaging Academy at Wythenshaw Hospital is currently being built to address the severe workforce shortages within breast imaging in the UK. It will provide cutting-edge facilities to train vital breast specialists, meaning more mammograms, more research and more lives saved.

They have already raised over £3.825 million to date and need just under £75,000 to make the building a reality and open its doors

Thanks in advance for your contribution to this cause that means so much to me.

The gofundme link is in the bio.

#breastcancerawareness #preventcancer #wearpink #thinkpink #sheffield #hockey #subhc #HockeyFamily

🎂🍺 Budgell’s Big Birthday Bash & Pub Quiz 🍺🎂

We’re combining two great excuses for a night out:
👉 A classic club pub quiz 📝
👉 And the chance to raise a glass to Phil Budgell’s 80th 🥂

So come along to test your knowledge, enjoy some laughs with friends, and celebrate a true club legend reaching this milestone.

📍 The Punchbowl (Upstairs Function Room)
236 Crookes, Sheffield S10 1TH
🗓️ Saturday 8th November
🕢 19:30 for a 20:00 start
⚠️ No food served – grab your meal beforehand!
👥 Teams of up to 6
💷 £2 entry per person – 50% goes to the winning team!

🏑💙 Join Bankers! 🤍 🏑

Whether you’re a student, graduate, or local hockey lover — Sheffield University Bankers HC is the place to play! 🙌

We’ve got 6 men’s teams, 4 ladies’ teams, and a thriving junior section competing across the Yorkshire and North East leagues.

All abilities welcome — from seasoned players to complete beginners.

Training at Norton Sports Park
Ladies’ 3s–4s: Tues 19:00–20:30
Ladies’ 1s–2s: Thurs 18:30–20:00
Men’s 3s–6s: Tues 20:00–21:30
Men’s 1s–2s: Thurs 20:00–21:30

📧 Get in touch: subhc.secretary@gmail.com
📲 Follow us: @sheffbankershc

#SheffieldHockey #SheffieldUniversity #subhc #BankersHC #YorkshireHockey #HockeyLife #StudentSport #sport #Sheffield #hockey