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Academic Balance

How is Sport Is Balanced with Pastoral and Academic Achievement in the Hastings Boys’ High School Hockey Academy?

Students are specifically measured on their commitment to training and matches, attendance, behaviour and academic performance.

Students are set clear strategic, measurable targets & goals in all areas of sporting, academic and personal life.

ALL Academy students are required to sign a pre-agreed contract between the student, parents and the Director of Hockey.  Students are set targets in terms of attendance, motivation, homework, behaviour and academic performance which MUST be maintained if they wish to stay in the programme.

Elite players, including current 1st XI players, will be expected to take part in an elite training programme.  This includes HBHS Holiday Academy booster programme.

Enhancement of players’ respect & attitude by creating an increased awareness of their responsibilities to themselves and the team.

The Academy aims to increase students’ desire & will to succeed in all walks of life by developing self motivation.  We aim to identify & promote each athlete’s potential so that he maximizes learning & strives for excellence in all areas of his life.

Additional benefits or the Hastings Boys’ Hockey Academy

DIETARY and CARDIOVASCULAR
Students are educated to have an improved awareness of their personal dietary & cardiovascular routines that have benefits in all areas of their lives.

SCOLARSHIPS
Gifted students are encouraged to apply for one the school’s scholarships.

HOCKEY
The Academy aims to develop athletes’ fundamental hockey skills to an elite level so they can succeed anywhere in the world at all levels.  The objective is to produce a successful 1st XI hockey team & structured player pathway which delivers Hawke’s Bay & NZ age group rep players on a regular basis.

Prospective new entrants to the school should contact Director of Hockey Mr. Hulls to discuss the programme.  Mr. Hulls will be happy to arrange an appointment with the Headmaster to discuss enrollment personally.

Dean Hulls
Director of Hockey

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