Membership thriving as renewal time hits
Hoci Cymru is thrilled to see membership thriving, with excellent renewal rates around the start of the new season.
The renewal rate at this point in time is currently the highest it has been or four years, demonstrating the buzz around community hockey clubs throughout Wales. We’d like to thank our members and clubs as they continue their hockey journey; so far, just over 5600 members have renewed, the most by November for years.
It’s fantastic to see the growth of hockey and how the sport is playing such a vital role in the wellbeing of people in communities across the country; the next generation playing with smiles on their faces at the weekend, young leaders developing through the Hockey Young Ambassador programme, Masters showcasing hockey as a sport for all; Wales making history on the world stage – it’s all possible and all starts through Hoci Cymru membership.
Since launching with Sport:80 in 2023 and integrating a new system, which has now become the universal standard for members across Wales, membership has seen a year-on-year increase, with this year showing a 1% increase on last year and a 2% increase on 2023 levels.
Increased usage has made the process more efficient for all, with WHUA and club fees now being taken through the system, while the digital system provides increased data and insight at the touch of a button.
Whether you’re a coach, umpire or player, it’s vital to renew membership.
Not only does membership allow you to play for your club, but it also makes you eligible for Welsh performance squads and Masters teams, as well as providing a whole host of benefits, of course.
Things like training courses, insurance and even retail discounts are all available to Hoci Cymru members!
It’s crucial to renew and sign up to Hoci Cymru membership. Spot checks are taking place in November, so avoid any fines for clubs.
"We’re ahead of where we were at this point last November, and that’s down to the work clubs have put into getting their players, coaches and umpires signed up for the season," stated Jonny Fleck, Club and Membership Lead at Hoci Cymru.
"A big thank you to the volunteers who have helped their members renew and made it part of getting ready for the new season. Since we introduced Sport:80 in 2023, it’s become part of how clubs manage their membership. Clubs can now pay their club, team and WHUA fees in the same place, and we can quickly see where renewals are going well and which clubs might need a hand.
"If you’re already back on the pitch or helping out at your club and still need to renew, now’s a good time to get it sorted.”
