- Charity continues its support for community projects with THD Phoenix and Dulwich College

- Funding is vitally important in providing access to hockey for Y5/6 state school children in SE London, who have not had the opportunity to play regular sport

- THD Phoenix and Dulwich College will welcome next cohort of children into player pathway this summer

- Partnership extension follows the news that Co-Founder Rémy Oliver was shortlisted for an England Hockey Award in the Diversity and Inclusion category

In 2024, THD were pleased to announce an extension of the partnership between THD Phoenix and the HMCK charity, who are providing vital financial support for the player pathway partnership initiative established by Dulwich College with several local state schools. HMCK Charity has provided financial support since THD Phoenix was founded, and their latest contribution helped us to pay for coaching staff and equipment for 24/25 season.

Sarah Sawyer, Educationalists Panel Member HMCK Charity said:

“We are delighted to continue our support for this cross-sector partnership which provides fun and enjoyable access to hockey, promotes physical activity and mental health and clearly benefits everyone involved in making it happen. It is absolutely in keeping with our belief that everyone, regardless of background and circumstances, should have the chance to fulfil their potential.”

Jenny Stanley, Assistant Head Dulwich College said:

“We are so grateful for the continued support of HMCK Charity. The charity has enabled us to create a thriving cross-sector partnership; a collection of coaches, parents, teachers, and students from the state and independent sector working together to inspire children to play sports throughout childhood and into later life. The funding we receive from the charity helps to cover our costs for coaching and equipment for our free Phoenix hockey sessions”.

So far, the program has been introducing field hockey to over 55 primary-aged children from seven local state schools in a fun, safe and welcoming environment with dedicated sessions and competing in local tournaments.

In 2025, the second cohort will graduate from THD Phoenix, and the hockey club will be supporting them as they transition into the junior section next season. 

In the summer of 2025, our coaching team will once again be preparing to outreach to local schools to invite pupils to join THD Phoenix. 

For more updates follow THD Phoenix on Instagram or to get involved please email thdphoenixhockey@gmail.com