Where Talent
meets opportunity

Hockey Mentors widens access to elite hockey pathways so talented players from state schools and/or ethnic minorities can be identified and developed based on ability.

We reduce the comparative advantage gap so that talent can shine, standards can rise and everyone in hockey benefits.

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Overview of the 25-26 Hockey Mentors Programme.

Creating Visible Pathways since 2021

Our work focuses on three measurable outcomes:

Talent Visibility

Increasing the number of high-potential players from state schools and/or ethnic minorities entering England junior teams.

Competitive Depth

Strengthening the national talent pipeline by expanding access to high-performance coaching and competition.

System Alignment

Reducing the gap between talent and opportunity through a complimentary talent pathway.

Inclusive Talent Strengthens Performance

The strength of any sport depends on the depth of its talent pipeline.

Across the country there are talented young players who simply need the opportunity to train, compete and be seen in the right environments.

Hockey Mentors supports the wider talent development system by giving more high-quality access to state school and/or ethnic minority players.

Access strengthens performance

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Junior Internationals
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Sport Scholarships

Creating structured environments

Our programmes focus on:

  • High-performance training environments

  • Competitive match opportunities

  • Camps and development events

  • Mentoring and pathway insight

  • Exposure to performance hockey standards

Each programme is designed to mirror the tempo, expectations and intensity players experience within junior international environments, relative to their age. When talented players are given access to these environments, their development accelerates.

Success Stories

“I joined Hockey Mentors as a goalkeeper two years ago and my journey with them has been amazing! Every session, camp, match or tournament has been a successful learning adventure. I have gained a deeper understanding of goalkeeping, from positioning to reflexes.”
Latif Khan, England U16