The Valley Hockey section wrapped up an incredible season with the much-anticipated Fabian Gregory Valley Country of Origin Tournament—a (hot!) day filled with friendly competition, camaraderie, and a celebration of our diverse hockey community at Valley. The annual tournament brought together mixed teams, with players proudly representing their home countries, or at least the one they adopted for the day.

After a series of thrilling matches, The Americas emerged victorious, defeating England to lift the Fabian Gregory Cup. Some serious competition out there this season, so their victory was well earnt!

The festivities also included the presentation of the End of Season awards, recognising outstanding contributions on and off the field. Congratulations to all the winners:

Women’s Trophy Winners

Player of the season - Shindre-Lee Simmons

Players’ Player- Krista Wiberg

New Player of the season - Kathleen Knibbs Van Dam

Top Goal Scorer - Ting Yu Huang

Most Improved - Natalie Franssen

Most committed- Tanya Young

Young player of the season - Sophie Mckee

Goal Keeper of the season - Sharon Wallis

Best Defensive efforts - Liz Newman

Vet / Master of the year - YY

Men’s Trophy Winners

Player of the season - Tang

Players’ Player - Kit

New Player of the season - Alex Crossley

Top Goal Scorer - Jason VDM

Most Improved - Will Payne

Most committed - Chris Finn

Young player of the season - Ruben

Goal Keeper of the season - Harjot

Best Defensive efforts - Stuart Watson

Vet / Master of the year - Gareth Mair 

None of this would have been possible without the tireless efforts of organisers, volunteers, supporters, and, of course, our incredible players. The Country of Origin tournament was a perfect way to cap off the league season, reinforcing the bonds that make Valley Hockey so special.

Bring on the Summer Sixes!