Information for Parents

Dear Parents,

Welcome to Team Bath Buccaneers Hockey Club! If you are reading this, one or more of your children is either playing hockey with us or they may be inspired to become one of the next generation of players.

This short section gives you the information you need to know about the JTC to enable you to make decisions quickly and easily – we know life is busy enough without added complications! Be assured that we see you as an integral part of the Club, together we are guardians of aspiring young hockey players.

A map of how to find the Sports Training Village is at: STV Map.

Click on the document below for a map of Prior Park College

The concept of the Junior Talent Centre is to allow all young aspiring hockey players to learn the game in an enjoyable and safe environment. The aims of the Academy are for young players to:

1. Have fun.

2. Develop their motor skills and coordination.

3. Develop their individual skills.

4. Develop as part of a team.

All Talent Centre players will need to abide by the Talent Centre Player and Parent Code of Conduct

As the players rise through the Club, and in particular at U16 and U18 level, the competition increases and the culture will reflect that of the Senior Club where the Club Code applies.

Please click on the link below for the Nuturing Future Champions document which goes into more depth on the aims of the JTC in developing and fostering our members in an inclusive environment, catering to players of all ages and skill levels, promoting participation and development with the individual players' needs at the forefront.

Full details of Teams and how the Junior Talent Centre and Junior Hockey works can be found on the About the Junior Talent Centre page.

Squad Sizes

The Talent Centre runs different squad sizes, depending on age.

U8-U12: Each age group is divided into training squads of around 25 outfield players.  Applications are accepted on a first-come-first served basis, with priority given to those who are already members of the Talent Centre.

U14s: Each group is divided into training squads of around 20 outfield players. Applications are accepted on a first-come-first served basis, with priority given to those who are already members of the Junior Talent Centre, if the groups are full then those players will be placed on a waiting list.

U16: Each age group is divided into training squads of around 20 outfield players. There will be 2 squads . Applications are accepted based on performance at trials should numbers dictate this at the beginning of the season.

Please do not just turn up to the relevant training session if you are new to the club as there may not be room to accommodate your child. Please click on the link below to be taken to the Membership Page with the various membership options listed and how to join the club.

Payment is via Teamo and you will be sent a brief guide when registering your child.

In accordance with Rule 8.8 of the EH Regulations, it is advised that children wear shin guards and mouthguards (gumshields).

All penalty corner protective equipment (masks, gloves, boxes, etc) must be supplied and maintained by the player. The Junior Talent Centre will not provide players with PCD kit.

Goalkeepers in the U14-U16 age groups must provide a full Goalkeeping kit.

Goalkeepers in the U8-U12 age groups must also provide their own groin/abdo guard if they are using the Academy goalkeeping kits.

If you want to get involved in the Junior Talent Centre or any aspect of the Club, we would love to have your support. Please contact the Club Administrator if you wish to get involved.

Many of our JTC players use their club hockey activity to count towards their DoE Awards. Please can we ensure that all players who wish to do this ask their coach prior to starting their activity that they are happy to sign them off. Coaches cannot be expected to do this at the end with no prior knowledge.