MEET THE COMITTEE🫡

Next up…. Richard Kirtley (Mace)

Rarely seen on the pitch these days, but that doesn’t make his enormous contribution to the club any less valuable!

From junior coaching to the behind the scenes work that doesn’t always get spotted, Mace is an integral part of the running of club!

MEET THE COMITTEE🫡

Next up…

Christina Woods (Fruity)

Working tirelessly behind the scenes, while also managing to play, umpire and coach across the club!

A modern day workhorse 💪

MEET THE COMMITTEE 🫡

First up… Steve Brook!

The face of SUBHC, at the club for almost 40 years and still going strong, whether that is umpiring on the pitch, or spectating and organising off it!

A true SUBHC legend🤩

Introducing Our New Playing Kit Partnership with Y1! 💙🏑

As we prepare for one of the most exciting seasons in the club’s history, we’re delighted to announce a new long-term partnership with Y1, who will become the official supplier of Sheffield University Bankers Hockey Club playing kit.

Working with Y1 means we’ve chosen a partner who can guarantee the availability of our kit design for the foreseeable future. Our ambition is for this to remain our club shirt for at least the next five years, giving us a consistent identity across the club as we continue to grow.

The timing couldn’t be better. Following the Men’s 1st XI’s promotion to National League it’s the perfect opportunity for the club to take another step forward both on and off the pitch.

To mark our Centenary (1927–2027), the new shirts will also feature a subtle update to our club logo celebrating 100 years of SUBHC. It’s a small but significant way of recognising the incredible history of our club while looking ahead to its future.

🛒 Pre-order now

The pre-order window is now open for two weeks, and ordering during this period guarantees the lowest available price before general sales begin.

If you’re unsure of your club number before ordering, please get in touch with Edward Ide or Christina Woods, who’ll be happy to help.

All new playing shirts will be delivered to Richard Kirtley, who will then distribute throughout the club. Any other purchases will be sent straight to your address!

We can’t wait to see everyone wearing the new colours this season. Here’s to the next chapter in our club’s history!

PRE-SEASON TRAINING SCHEDULE 🤩

We look forward to welcoming everyone back to SUBHC soon! Please come down to catch up with teammates and get ready for the new season 🔥

NB: The sessions on the 6th July and 20th July are based at Sheffield Schools for Girls on Glossop Road.

🏑 BIG NEWS! 🏑
Sheffield University Bankers are delighted to announce that Will Hearne has been appointed as our new Head of Community Hockey!
Over the past year, Will has delivered outstanding sessions in schools across Sheffield, introducing hundreds of young people to hockey, many for the very first time.
The impact has been incredible:
⭐ New players joining the club
⭐ Greater access to sport in local communities
⭐ Increased confidence, teamwork and wellbeing
⭐ More young people discovering a lifelong love of hockey
With Will continuing to lead our community programme next season, we’re excited to build on that success and reach even more schools, children and families across the city.
A huge thank you to everyone who has supported our community hockey work so far. The future is looking bright! 💙💛

🏑☀️ FREE JUNIOR SUMMER HOCKEY IS BACK! ☀️🏑

We’re absolutely delighted to announce that our FREE Junior Summer Hockey Sessions will be returning this summer!

Even more exciting, thanks to the incredible support of the Sheffield Grammar School Exhibition Foundation, we’ve secured funding not only to run these sessions again, but also to deliver hockey in schools across Sheffield from September through to December 2026. 🙌

This funding will allow us to introduce even more young people to hockey, remove barriers to participation, and continue building pathways into our thriving junior section.

Whether your child is completely new to hockey or already loves the sport, these sessions are designed to be fun, welcoming and accessible for everyone.

✅ FREE to attend
✅ Equipment provided
✅ Perfect for beginners
✅ Led in partnership with @wolfacadhockey
✅ Pathway into our growing junior programme

Over the last few years we’ve seen thousands of young people pick up a hockey stick for the very first time through initiatives like this. Thanks to this funding, we’ll be able to reach even more schools, families and communities across the city.

A huge thank you to the Sheffield Grammar School Exhibition Foundation for helping make this possible. 💙

📲 Scan the QR code or follow the registration link in the graphic to secure your place.

Sheffield University Bankers are delighted to confirm the appointment of Ben Davis as head coach of the Ladies Performance Programme.

Ben, who will combine this role with his head coach position of the @thesuwhc Women’s 1st team has been part of the club for over two years and continues to play in our Men’s First XI.

On the appointment, Ben said: “I’m really looking forward to the season ahead and to working alongside Liz and Helen as we continue to build on the fantastic foundations Wolfy has established over the last two years.

“We’re aiming to help create a competitive, enjoyable environment where players can continue to develop, challenge themselves and achieve success together.

“I’m excited to bring nearly 20 years of coaching experience to the group and see what we can achieve as a team this season.”

🏑 More than a hockey club.

At Sheffield University Bankers Hockey Club, we’re proving that sport can do far more than win matches.

Yes, this season has been incredible:
🏆 National Champions
📈 Promotion to England Hockey’s National League
🚀 Growth across every section of the club

But what excites us most is what sits behind those achievements.

Over the past few years we’ve built one of Sheffield’s fastest-growing sports clubs, creating opportunities for people of all ages and backgrounds to get involved in sport.

Through our Hockey in the Community programme we’ve introduced over 1,000 children to hockey, grown a thriving junior section from scratch, and created pathways that take young people from their first experience in school right through to senior hockey and leadership opportunities.

As we look ahead to the 2026-27 season, we’re searching for partners who want to be part of that journey.

Whether you’re looking to:
✅ Increase brand visibility
✅ Support local communities
✅ Deliver meaningful social impact
✅ Align with a growing and ambitious organisation

…we’d love to start a conversation.

Together, we can continue growing hockey, removing barriers to participation, and creating opportunities across Sheffield.

📩 Get in touch if you’d like to explore partnership opportunities for 2026-27.

LOOKING FOR A NEW CLUB?👀

Located in South Yorkshire? Looking for a fresh challenge?

Here at Bankers we have:
🔹 11 Senior teams for all abilities
🔸 Regular social and team events
🔹 High-Quality facilities
🔸 Affordable Fees
🔹 Welcoming Atmosphere

Join Bankers Today ⚡️