WHAT'S HAPPENING

ABOUT OUR HOCKEY CLUB
Hockey Inner City is the perfect place for kids aged 7 to 13 to learn, grow, and have fun on the pitch.
With experienced coaches (Team GB) and a welcoming community, your child will gain valuable skills both on and off the pitch. They learn teamwork, sportsmanship, and build lasting friendships. Plus, with regular games and events, there's always something fun going on!
Join our community and experience the joy of field hockey with Hockey Inner City!
WHAT PARENTS SAY
Parent, boy, age 8
“My son is very confident as a result of the opportunity he was given. Job well done!"
Parent, girl, age 7
"It has helped her a lot with managing her anxiety. HiC has two amazing coaches that are such positive role models. "
Parent, boy, age 9
“As a parent to a son, especially a Black child, this has been beautiful to witness and I am deeply grateful. Its been life changing.”
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PRINCIPLES OF OUR HOCKEY CLUB
Respect
Learning
Self-development
Confidence
Fun
Safety
MEET THE TEAM
"They deserve a medal", Parent, Year 4

HIC Founder and Director
Rhys Smith
Rhys grew up in Streatham and now plays internationally in Team GB and in the Premiere Division. He founded HiC in 2019 to make field hockey accessible to everyone, regardless of background or financial situation.

HIC Head Coach
Louis Gittens
Louis plays in the English Premiere Division. He loves working with children and seeing them thrive: "The joy you see on their faces when they master a skill is very rewarding!"

HIC Director
Terry Prempeh
Terry is a lawyer at a leading US law firm and is predominantly concerned with the commercial aspects of Hockey Inner City including partnerships and sponsorships.

HIC Volunteers
Gitte and Uli
Two parents who are welcoming new members, helping organise, posting on social media and making sure to provide help wherever needed.
You want to help too? Get in touch!
CONTACT US
Training ground
Hockey pitch at St Marks CoE Acadamy, 230 Acacia Rd, Mitcham CR4 1SU, England

What happens next?
Here is what happens when your child is interested to join HiC
Contact
You send us an email/ WhatsApp
Reply
We let you know when the next taster session takes place
Attend
You and your child attend the next taster session for free. Then you can decide if you want to join.
