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FROM RICH BEER, ENGLAND HOCKEY
A big welcome to you all to Super 6s Finals Day 2026 at Derby Arena.
We are delighted that this event is returning to Derby, and to again be able to use this state of-the-art facility.
It’s important to us that our national finals can come to other areas of the country, and we hope to give more people a chance to see some top-level hockey. In the last past four years we have seen the Commonwealth Games in Birmingham, European Women’s qualifiers in Durham, our league finals at the Nottingham Hockey Centre last season and these finals in Derby.
Super 6s never fails to excite and this year’s finalists made it through two tough weekends of qualifying that saw 571 goals across the Open/Men’s and Women’s Premier Divisions. I am sure we will see plenty more goals and exciting action here today
Congratulations to everyone competing today, and thank you to the officials, volunteers, hockey makers, hockey clubs and supporters who all contribute to making this event a success.
I hope you all enjoy the day and are looking forward to seeing who will be crowned national champions and gain the coveted place in Europe.
Good luck also to last year’s winners, East Grinstead women and Old Georgians men in their European campaigns later this month.
Rich Beer, Chief Executive England Hockey
RULES & OFFICIALS
Rules
All you need to know about the indoor format’s laws and the men and women officiating in the middle!
DURATION Games are four quarters of 10 minutes.
SUbS There are unlimited rolling subs for outfield players but each team can only substitute their goalkeeper for an outfield player twice in a match.
PeNAlTy CORNeRS At a penalty corner, if a defending player crosses the backline before the ball is played the defending team has to defend the penalty corner with one less player. The offending player goes to the half way line.
CORNeRS If the ball crosses the backline and was touched last by a player from the defending side, play is re-started by an attacker with the ball on the centre-line and in line with where it crossed the backline. If it is deliberately played over the backline by a defender, a penalty corner is awarded.
CARDS
A green card means the player goes to the sin bin for one minute
A yellow card means the player goes to the sin bin for a minimum two minutes
A red card mean the player is permanently suspended from the game
ShOOTOUT The exciting way to decide the result if the score is level at full-time! Here are the rules:
• Three players from each team take part
• The player has the ball three metres outside the D, with the keeper behind the backline
• The player has six seconds to score
• If the scores are still level after three attempts each the competition moves to sudden death
OFFICIALS
event Manager: Vicki Sadler
Sport Manager: Jo Thomas-Ellis
Tournament Director: Jo Barnes
Sports Presentation Manager: Nick Martin
Field Of Play Manager: Allan Orient
Technical Officers: Pritpal Sagoo
Jenny Hollman
Judges:
Craig Langton, Ali Tompkins
Richard Hill, Michele Daw
Umpire Managers:
Simon Gillett
Debbie Garner
Assistant: Rob Jenkins
Umpires
Isaac Charles, Jake Charles, Nick White, Max Davidson
Sophie Parker, Viv Carveth, Laura Seager, Abby Macarthur
Campbell Reeman, Mia Dewing
WOMEN THE ROAd TO THE
Sutton Coldfield, eaSt GrinStead, Surbiton, and HolCombe are tHe four teamS wHo Have earned tHeir plaCe at tHiS year’S women’S Super 6S finalS day.
Sutton Coldfield arrive as league winners after a superb campaign that saw them go unbeaten across eight matches. With seven victories and the best defensive record in the division, the Midlands side return to the national stage with confidence and momentum, hoping to add a second indoor title to the one they lifted back in 1986/87.
Defending champions East Grinstead finished just two points behind Sutton and also completed the league season without defeat. The reigning title-holders once again showcased their trademark firepower, scoring a remarkable 46 goals, and will be determined to secure a third consecutive crown as they continue to
build one of the most successful indoor dynasties of the modern era.
Surbiton, third in the standings, remain one of the most exciting attacking teams in the competition. They topped the league scoring charts with 49 goals and pushed both Sutton and East Grinstead close in the group stages. After falling to East Grinstead in the last two finals, they return with renewed purpose and a squad packed with goal threats, eager to finally claim their first indoor championship.
Table-toppers
Super Sutton return to the Super 6s
Completing the line-up, Holcombe secured fourth place after a competitive campaign that included strong wins over Buckingham, Harleston Magpies, and Slough. Still chasing their maiden indoor title, they will relish the opportunity to challenge the league’s top three and spring a surprise on the sport’s biggest stage.
With Sutton Coldfield riding high, East Grinstead chasing history, Surbiton hungry for a breakthrough, and Holcombe aiming to upset the established order, Finals Day promises a compelling battle for the 2025/26 crown.
THE dERBY ARENA...
OPEN / MEN’S
old GeorGianS, Surbiton, wimbledon, and oxted make up tHe quartet CompetinG at tHiS year’S open/men’S Super 6S finalS day.
Old Georgians return as defending champions and once again set the standard during the league season, winning all eight of their matches. With victories over every other semi-finalist and the strongest goal difference in the division, they arrive at Derby Arena looking to secure a third consecutive title and extend their recent dominance of the indoor game.
Surbiton finished second in the table after an impressive campaign that included notable wins over Wimbledon and Oxted. Their only defeat came at the hands of Old Georgians, and with a balanced, disciplined squad, they will believe they
Wimbledon, third in the standings, remain one of the most dangerous attacking sides in the competition. They scored 47 goals across their eight matches and boast the league’s top scorer in Ed Horler. Having reached the final in each of the last four seasons, they will be determined to return once more and reclaim the title they last won in 2022/23.
Oxted complete the semi-final line-up after finishing fourth. Their campaign featured five strong wins and a standout performance from Charlie Axford, the league’s second-highest scorer. Still searching for their first indoor title, they enter Finals Day as ambitious underdogs with nothing to lose and plenty of firepower to trouble any opponent.
With Old Georgians defending their crown, Surbiton pushing for a another final, and Oxted aiming to disrupt the established order, the stage is set for hockey at the Derby Arena.
Oxted celebrate reaching their first Indoor Finals Day
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EVERY GOAL EVERY GAME...
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ViTAL STATiSTicS
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WOMEN OPEN / MEN’S
251 goals were put away in 36 games including 158 from open play, 76 from penalty corners, and 17 penalty strokes. This comes in at just under 7 goals a game.
East Grinstead’s biba Mills topped the table with 25 goals, but Surbiton’s Erica Sanders was hot on her heels with 21 goals. They were the league’s two outstanding scorers by a significant margin.
Sutton Coldfield topped the table with a superb unbeaten campaign, winning seven of their eight matches and drawing just once. Their consistency, defensive strength, and ability to edge tight contests saw them finish as deserved league leaders.
East Grinstead, also completed the season without defeat, recording six wins and two draws to finish just behind Sutton.
Surbiton finished as the league’s highest-scoring side, netting an impressive 49 goals across their eight matches. Their attacking depth was unmatched, with six different players scoring four or more goals, making them the most multi-threat team in the division.
NuMBER Of GOALS
GAMES WON TOP ScORER
The Open/Men’s Premier Division saw 320 goals in 36 games made up from 229 field goals, 76 from penalty corners, and 15 from the spot. That’s an average of just under 9 goals a game!
Wimbledon’s ed horler was again the league’s top goalscorer with 18 goals including 10 from open play and 8 penalty corners. Oxted’s Charlie Axford was the second highest scorer with 14 goals.
This year, Old Georgians arrive at Finals Day as the standout side, having won all eight of their league matches to finish with a perfect record. No team was able to take points off the reigning champions, whose blend of firepower and defensive strength set them apart from the rest of the pack.
Surbiton came closest to halting their charge, pushing OGs hard and finishing the season as the next-best challengers.
TOP ScORiNG TEAM
Old Georgians ended the league season as the competition’s top scorers, netting 48 goals in their eight matches. That’s an average of six goals a game!
Women’s Semi Final 1
THE LEAGUE LOWDOWN
Indoor titles:
Indoor titles: N/A
the management
Coach Andy Fairbrother
Asst Coach Tina Cullen
Manager Ann Fairbrother
Physio Helen Durrans
Charlene Mason (FG, 11’)
Sally Walton (PC, 29’)
Bethan Hodges (FG, 26’)
Sutton Coldfield and Holcombe meet in the opening semi-final, a repeat of their closely fought league encounter which Sutton edged 2-1. In that match, Charlene Mason struck first in the 11th minute before Bethan Hodges levelled early in the second half. The decisive moment came soon after, with Sally Walton converting a penalty corner in the 29th minute to secure the win.
Sutton arrive at Derby Arena unbeaten after a superb league campaign that saw them finish top with seven victories. Their blend of structure, discipline, and well-timed goals has made them one of the season’s standout sides, and they will look to carry that momentum into Finals Day.
Holcombe, meanwhile, earned their place in the top four through resilience and attacking intent. They pushed Sutton hard in their league meeting and possess the firepower to trouble any opponent.
With Sutton aiming to extend their unbeaten run and Holcombe seeking to overturn the form book, this semi-final promises a tight and compelling contest.
Women’s Semi Final 2
EAST GRINSTEAD
Indoor titles: 2016, 2019, 2022, 2024, 2025
THE LEAGUE LOWDOWN
EAST GRINSTEAD 3
Annelyse Tevant (FG, 14’)
Biba Mills (FG, 20’)
Chloe Brown (PC, 32’)
SURBITON 3
Josefina Hippe (FG, 4’)
Erica Sanders (FG, 13’)
Katie Southorn (PC, 30’)
East Grinstead and Surbiton meet in a heavyweight semi-final between two of the league’s most potent attacking sides.
Indoor titles: N/A
the management
Coach Theo Dowse
Asst Coach Ross Stott
Manager Barney Furlong
Physio Elizabeth Decoine
Their league encounter ended in a thrilling 3-3 draw, with Surbiton racing into a two-goal lead through Josefina Hippe and Erica Sanders. East Grinstead responded immediately, with Annelyse Tevant and Biba Mills striking before half-time to level the contest. The drama continued late on, as Southorn’s penalty-corner finish was cancelled out just two minutes later by Chloe Brown.
East Grinstead arrive at Derby Arena unbeaten and are chasing a third consecutive title, whilst Surbiton are seeking their first indoor crown. Mills and Sanders, the league’s top two scorers, add extra intrigue to an already compelling matchup.
the management
Coach David Beckett
Asst Coach Frankie Bryant
Manager James Baker
Physio Ed Whitehouse
With nothing separating them in the league, this semi-final promises high tempo, high quality, and the potential for another classic between two of the competition’s most exciting teams.
WHO cOuLd PLAY WHO iN THE fiNAL?
We’ve given you the lowdown on the semi-final encounters, but what about the final? We don’t know who will play who yet, but here’s a look at all the possible match-ups and their league encounters.
EAST GRINSTEAD 1
Biba Mills (PC, 40’)
SUTTON COLDFIELD 1
Sally Walton (PS, 28’)
If Sutton Coldfield and East Grinstead meet in the final, it promises to be a fascinating clash between the league’s top two and the only unbeaten sides in the competition. Their league meeting ended in a tense 1-1 draw, with both teams cancelling each other out in a match defined by discipline, structure, and two decisive set-piece moments.
Sutton struck first through Sally Walton, who converted a penalty stroke in the 28th minute to
give her side a narrow lead heading into the final quarter. East Grinstead responded in the final seconds with a last-gasp goal, Biba Mills firing home a penalty corner in the 40th minute to ensure the points were shared.
Sutton’s defensive organisation has been one of the stories of the season, while East Grinstead’s attacking firepower – led by Mills – remains the most feared in the league. With so little separating them in the league, a potential final between these two could hinge on fine margins once again.
Will Sutton’s resilience prevail, or will East Grinstead’s champions’ pedigree shine through on the biggest stage?
Sally Walton was Sutton’s
and will be hoping to find the back of the net several more times!
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SURBITON 8
Erica Sanders (FG, PC, PS, PC, 4’, 13’, 30’, 35’)
Josefina Hippe (PC 18’)
Isy Key (FG 19’)
Claudia Swain (FG 34’)
Katie Southorn (FG 37’)
HOLCOMBE 4
Evie Younger (PC, FG 14’, 27’)
Laylaa Davids (FG 38’)
Tilly Tillings (FG 40’)
If Holcombe and Surbiton meet in the final, it would set up a rematch of one of the most high-scoring games of the league season. Their January encounter produced a remarkable 12 goals, with Surbiton running out 8-4 winners in a match defined by relentless attacking play from both sides.
Surbiton started quickly, with Erica Sanders striking twice inside 13 minutes before adding two more after half-time to complete a four-goal performance.
Further goals from Josefina Hippe, Isy Key, Claudia Swain, and Katie Southorn underlined the depth of their attacking threat. Holcombe, however, showed real resilience, responding through Evie Younger’s double and late finishes from Laylaa Davids and Tilly Tillings.
SUTTON COLDFIELD 6
Sally Walton (PC, PC, FG, PC, 5’, 15’, 37’, 40’)
Sarah Parkinson‑Mills (FG 10’)
Susan Wood (FG 19’)
SURBITON 4
Claudia Swain (FG 6’)
Erica Sanders (FG 22’)
Izzy Petter (FG, FG, 23’, 32’)
A meeting between Sutton Coldfield and Surbiton in the final would bring together two of the league’s most dynamic attacking sides. Their league encounter was a ten-goal thriller, with Sutton emerging 6-4 winners after a breathless, end-to-end contest.
Sutton started strongly, with Sally Walton converting a penalty corner inside five minutes before Sarah Parkinson-Mills restored the lead after Surbiton briefly levelled. Walton struck again from a set piece, and Susan Wood added a fourth as Sutton built a commanding advantage. Surbiton, however, responded with resilience, as Erica Sanders and Izzy Petter combined to drag the score back to 4-4 early in the final quarter. Just when momentum seemed to shift, Walton completed a superb individual performance with a late field goal and another penalty-corner finish to seal the points.
A potential final between these two would likely follow a similar pattern: Surbiton’s firepower against Holcombe’s determination and ability to stay in the fight. If Holcombe can tighten defensively while capitalising on their own chances, they could push Surbiton far closer. But Surbiton’s scoring form makes them formidable opponents on the biggest stage.
A potential final between these two would promise goals, pace, and momentum swings – a matchup worthy of the season’s biggest stage. With both sides boasting multiple in-form scorers and a willingness to attack in waves, this contest could hinge on which team handles the decisive moments under pressure. Sutton’s set-piece precision and Surbiton’s fluid counter-attacking threat make this one of the most intriguing possible finals.
EAST GRINSTEAD 7
Biba Mills (PC, PS, FG, PC, FG, PS, 2’, 2’, 9’, 9’, 23’, 40’)
Chloe Brown (PC, 12’)
HOLCOMBE 5
Tilly Butterworth (PC, 14’)
Alexandra Sacker (FG, 16’)
Liliya Dale (FG, FG 17’, 36’)
Madeleine Newitt (FG, 23’)
A potential final between East Grinstead and Holcombe would bring together two sides who produced one of the most dramatic matches of the women’s Premier Division campaign. Their January meeting was a goal-laden contest that East Grinstead edged 7-5, but the flow of the game showed just how dangerous Holcombe can be when they find rhythm.
East Grinstead were electric from the first whistle, with Biba Mills striking twice inside two
East Grinstead are chasing a third consecutive title, but must first overcome Surbiton in the semi‑final
minutes – first from a penalty corner and then from the spot – before adding two more in the ninth minute to complete a remarkable early haul. Chloe Brown’s penalty-corner finish made it 5-0, and at that stage the league leaders looked untouchable.
Holcombe, however, refused to be swept aside. Tilly Butterworth’s penalty-corner goal sparked a surge, followed by well-taken finishes from Alexandra Sacker, Liliya Dale and Madeleine Newitt to drag the score back to 5-4. Even after Mills restored the cushion, Dale struck again late on to keep the contest alive.
East Grinstead ultimately sealed it with a final-minute penalty stroke, but Holcombe’s resilience ensured the matchup remained compelling throughout – and a rematch on Finals Day would promise exactly the same.
East Grinstead Retain Title with 6–3 Victory Over Surbiton
EAst grinstead 6
Chloe Brown (PC, PC, PC, 4’, 14’, 33’)
Summer Knight‑Thompson (FG, 15’)
Biba Mills (FG, 9’)
Carlota Gomez (PC, 36’)
surbiton 3
Erica Sanders (PC 5’)
Jordan Homann (FG 9’)
Josefina Hippe (FG 30’)
In a repeat of the 2024 final, East Grinstead secured back‑to‑back Super 6s titles with a composed and clinical 6 3
win over Surbiton in a fast‑paced final at Derby Arena.
The match opened at full throttle, with East Grinstead striking first through a fourth-minute penalty corner from captain Chloe Brown. Surbiton responded immediately, as Erica Sanders levelled from a set piece just a minute later.
The frantic start continued when Jordan Homann put Surbiton ahead in the ninth minute, only for Biba Mills to equalise seconds
later with a sharp finish from open play.
East Grinstead then seized control, Brown restoring the lead with another penalty-corner strike before Summer Knight-Thompson added a fourth on the stroke of quarter time.
Surbiton kept themselves in contention when Josefina Hippe reduced the deficit early in the second half, but East Grinstead’s set-piece precision proved decisive. Brown completed her hat with a third penalty-corner conversion in the 33rd minute, and Carlota Gomez added a sixth three minutes later to seal the title.
East Grinstead’s blend of composure, efficiency, and attacking depth ensured they lifted the trophy once again, rounding off another impressive indoor campaign.
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East Grinstead and Surbiton battle for the ball
OPEN/Men’s Semi Final 1
TOP GOALSCORER
Old Georgians 1st place 24pts
THE LEAGUE LOWDOWN
OLD GEORGIANS 8
Chris Proctor (FG 15’)
Edward Carson (FG 19’)
Pablo Usoz (FG 20’)
the management
Coach Ashley Jackson
Manager Jonny Stephens
Physio Natalie Turner
Asst
Chris Griffiths (PC, FG, 27’, 40’)
James Carson (FG 32’)
Ashley Jackson (PC 33’)
Alan Forsyth (PC 38’)
OXTED 3
Oliver Bennett (PS 8’)
Charlie Axford (FG 11’)
Josh Nurse (PC 34’)
Old Georgians and Oxted meet in the first open/men’s semi-final in a rare back-to-back scenario: the final match of the league season followed immediately by the opening game of Finals Day. Their league encounter ended 8-3 to Old Georgians, but the scoreline only tells part of the story.
Oxted, making their first ever indoor finals appearance, stunned the champions with a blistering start. Oliver Bennett’s penalty stroke and Charlie Axford’s finish put them 2-0 up inside 11 minutes, giving the Finals Day newcomers real belief. But Old Georgians responded with trademark authority, scoring eight times through a spread of threats including Proctor, the Carson brothers, Griffiths, Usoz, Jackson, and Forsyth.
This semi-final has a clear David-v-Goliath feel: Oxted arrive fearless and with nothing to lose, while Old Georgians bring depth, experience, and the firepower of reigning champions. If Oxted can recreate their early surge, they could make this a far tighter contest – but Old Georgians remain formidable favourites.
OPEN/men’s Semi Final 2
THE LEAGUE LOWDOWN
SURBITON
5
Nick Nurse (FG, FG, 2’, 40’)
Rob Farrington (FG 25’)
the management
Coach Barry Middleton
Asst Coach Andy Watts
Manager Matt Jones
Physio Lorenzo Ottanelli
Tommy Austin (PC 32’)
Ollie Shelton (FG 36’)
WIMBLEDON 2
Ed Horler (FG 9’)
Rory Patterson (PC 39’)
Surbiton and Wimbledon meet in the second open/men’s semi-final after a lively league encounter that Surbiton won 5-2. That match highlighted Surbiton’s sharpness in both open play and set pieces, while Wimbledon showed enough threat to remind everyone that they can cause problems on Finals Day.
Surbiton struck early through Nick Nurse, but Wimbledon responded well, with Ed Horler levelling in the ninth minute. The game remained tight until half-time before Surbiton began to pull away, with Farrington, Austin, and Shelton all finding the net. Rory Patterson’s late penalty corner kept Wimbledon in touch, but Nurse’s second goal sealed the result.
What makes this semi-final particularly intriguing is Wimbledon’s pedigree. They have reached the past four Super 6s finals and are no strangers to high-pressure knockout hockey. For several seasons, the men’s indoor title has been a tug-of-war between Wimbledon and Old Georgians – and Wimbledon will be determined to earn another shot at their long-time rivals.
the management
Coach Karl Stagno
Manager David Horler
Physio Sophie Milne
Surbiton bring form and firepower, but Wimbledon bring Finals Day know-how. It has all the ingredients for a compelling contest.
WHO WiLL BE OuR fiNAL TWO?
With four teams chasing just two places in the showpiece match, the open/men’s competition is poised for a dramatic afternoon. experience, momentum, and big-game pedigree all collide on Finals Day – and with storylines running through every possible pairing, the stage is set for a compelling race to the final. But who will be there, and how did they get on in the league?
Old Georgians 3
David Condon (FG 7’)
Chris Griffiths (FG, PC, 8’, 17’)
surbiton 1
Adam Buckle (PC 27’)
If Old Georgians and Surbiton were to contest the final, it would bring together two sides who know each other well and who played out a tight, tactical encounter in the league. Old Georgians controlled that match early, striking twice inside eight minutes through David
Condon and Chris Griffiths before adding a third from a penalty corner midway through the second quarter. Surbiton rallied after half-time and pulled one back through Adam Buckle, but OGs’ defensive structure held firm to close out a 3-1 win.
A final between these two would pit Surbiton’s pace and creativity against the champions’ organisation, depth, and set-piece precision. Surbiton have shown they can stay in games and disrupt rhythm, while Old Georgians bring the experience of multiple title runs and a
squad stacked with international quality. If this matchup materialises, expect a high-quality contest shaped by fine margins and moments of composure under pressure.
OXTED 6
John Stephen (FG 2’)
Charlie Axford (FG, FG, PC, 3’, 6’, 11’)
Jack Jamieson (FG 14’)
Josh Nurse (PC 20’)
Wimbledon 8
Kei Kaeppeler (PC, FG, FG, 8’, 22’, 32’)
Ed Horler (FG 12’, PC 19’)
Kaden Draysey (FG 16’)
Duncan Scott (FG 34’)
Rhys Smith (FG 40’)
A final between Oxted and Wimbledon would offer a fascinating contrast: Oxted, the newcomers enjoying a breakthrough indoor season, against a Wimbledon side with four consecutive finals behind them and a reputation for delivering when the stakes are highest.
Their league meeting was one of the most dramatic matches of the
Ed Horler struck soon after, and although Oxted kept responding, Wimbledon’s pressure eventually told. Kaeppeler completed a hat-trick, Draysey and Scott added crucial goals, and Rhys Smith sealed an 8-6 win in the final minute.
If this pairing emerges on Finals Day, expect goals, momentum swings, and two teams who refuse to back down. Oxted bring fearlessness and pace; Wimbledon bring experience, composure, and a proven ability to win knockout hockey when it matters most.
Old Georgians 4
Alan Forsyth (FG 3’)
Pablo Usoz (FG 5’)
Tom Carson (FG 6’)
Ashley Jackson (FG 32’)
WIMBLEDON 2
Rory Patterson (PC 19’)
Ed Horler (PC 31’)
A final between Old Georgians and Wimbledon would bring together the two dominant forces of recent men’s indoor seasons. Wimbledon have reached the past four finals, while Old Georgians arrive as defending champions – and their league meeting this year showed exactly why this rivalry continues to define the competition. Old Georgians made a blistering start in that match, scoring three times inside six minutes through Alan Forsyth, Pablo Usoz, and Tom Carson. Their tempo and precision put Wimbledon immediately under pressure, but last season’s runners-up responded with trademark resilience. Patterson’s penalty-corner strike before half-time and Horler’s conversion early in the fourth quarter dragged them back into contention, only for Ashley Jackson to restore -goal cushion moments later.
If these two meet again on Finals Day, expect a high-quality, high-intensity contest shaped by experience, structure, and big-game nous. Old Georgians bring depth and control; Wimbledon bring pedigree and a proven ability to rise to the occasion. It would be a heavyweight final in every sense.
OXTED 3
Jack Jamieson (PC 5’)
Chris Porter (FG 24’)
Thomas Finnegan (FG 32’)
SURBITON 5
Jonny Gall (PC 3’)
Nick Nurse (FG, FG, 19’, 38’)
Tommy Austin (FG, FG, 20’, 23’)
A final between Oxted and Surbiton would bring together two sides with contrasting indoor journeys: Oxted, enjoying their first ever appearance at the Super 6s Finals, and Surbiton, twice champions in 2017 and 2020 and always capable of producing big performances on the day.
Their league meeting was a lively, open contest that Surbiton edged 5-3. Surbiton struck first through Jonny Gall’s penalty corner before Oxted responded via Jack Jamieson. The match then swung decisively Surbiton’s way, with Nick Nurse and Tommy Austin combining for three goals in four minutes to build a 4-1 lead. Oxted refused to fade – Porter and Finnegan both struck to narrow the gap – but Nurse’s second goal late on ensured Surbiton took the points.
If this pairing emerges on Finals Day, expect a fast, attacking contest. Oxted bring energy, belief, and a willingness to take risks; Surbiton bring pace, structure, and a proven ability to win when momentum is with them. It would be a fascinating clash of styles on the biggest stage.
Can second placed Surbiton steal the 2026 title?
Will Oxted be celebrating at the end of Sunday?
Old Georgians Retain Men’s Super
6s Title with Emphatic 7–4 Win
OLD GEORGIANS 7
Dan Shingles (FG, FG, 2’, 17’)
Chris Griffiths (PC, FG, 4’, 29’)
Tom Carson (PC, FG, 24’ 40’)
Edward Carson (FG, 27’)
WIMBLEDON 4
Antonio Sanz del Campo (FG, PC, 30’, 40’)
Sam Hooper (PS 32’)
Liam Ansell (PC 32’)
Old Georgians produced a powerful, composed performance to secure their second consecutive Men’s Super 6s title, defeating Wimbledon 7‑4 in a final that combined clinical finishing, tactical control, and a late flurry of goals at both ends
The defending champions wasted no time asserting themselves. Inside two minutes, Dan
Shingles opened the scoring with a sharp finish after a flowing move through midfield. Moments later, Chris Griffiths doubled the advantage from a well-executed penalty corner, giving Old Georgians a 2-0 lead before Wimbledon had settled. The pressure continued to mount, and midway through the first half Shingles struck again, sweeping home his second to make it 3-0.
Wimbledon, appearing in their fourth straight final, worked hard to regain a foothold but struggled to break through Old Georgians’ disciplined defensive structure. Early in the second half, Tom Carson extended the lead with a precise penalty-corner strike, and when Edward Carson added a fifth shortly afterwards, the champions looked firmly in control. Griffiths’s second of the match – a neat finish in
the 29th minute – pushed the score to 6–0 and underlined Old Georgians’ dominance. To their credit, Wimbledon refused to fold. Antonio Sanz del Campo sparked a late surge with a well-taken field goal, and within two minutes Sam Hooper converted a penalty stroke before Liam Ansell added a penalty-corner finish to narrow the gap to 6-3. The sudden momentum shift briefly unsettled Old Georgians, but Tom Carson’s second goal in the final minute restored a four-goal cushion. Sanz del Campo added a final consolation from a penalty corner with seconds remaining, completing a frenetic closing spell.
Despite Wimbledon’s spirited late rally, Old Georgians’ early control and relentless efficiency proved decisive. Their blend of experience, structure, and attacking variety once again set the standard on Finals Day, securing a deserved 7-4 victory and reaffirming their status as the team to beat in men’s indoor hockey.
THe Honours Board
Year
Venue
Open/Men*
Women
2024/25 Derby Arena Old Georgians East Grinstead
2023/24 Derby Arena Old Georgians East Grinstead
2022/23 Copper Box Arena Wimbledon Repton
2021/22 Copper Box Arena Wimbledon East Grinstead
2019/20 Copper Box Arena Surbiton Buckingham
2018/19 Copper Box Arena East Grinstead East Grinstead
2017/18 Copper Box Arena East Grinstead Bowdon Hightown
2016/17 SSE Arena Wembley Surbiton Slough
2015/16 Wembley East Grinstead East Grinstead
2014/15 Wembley East Grinstead Bowdon Hightown
2013/14 Wembley East Grinstead Reading
2012/13 Wembley East Grinstead Reading
2011/12 Wembley East Grinstead Leicester
2010/11 Wembley East Grinstead Bowdon Hightown
2009/10 TrentFM Arena Nottingham East Grinstead Leicester
2008/09 NIA Birmingham East Grinstead Bowdon Hightown
2007/08 NIA Birmingham Loughborough Students Slough
2006/07 NIA Birmingham Canterbury Slough
2005/06 NIA Birmingham East Grinstead Chelmsford
2004/05 Crystal Palace East Grinstead Slough
2003/04 Crystal Palace
Loughborough Students Chelmsford
2002/03 Crystal Palace Loughborough Students Slough
2001/02 Crystal Palace Loughborough Students Slough
2000/01 Crystal Palace Guildford Slough
1999/00 Crystal Palace Old Loughtonians Chelmsford
1998/99 Crystal Palace Southgate Slough
1997/98 Crystal Palace Reading Slough
1996/97 Crystal Palace St Albans Slough
1995/96 Crystal Palace Old Loughtonians Slough
1994/95 Crystal Palace Old Loughtonians Hightown
1993/94 Crystal Palace St Albans Slough
1992/93 Crystal Palace East Grinstead Hightown
1991/92 Crystal Palace St Albans Hightown
1990/91 Crystal Palace St Albans Hightown
1989/90 Crystal Palace St Albans Ipswich
1988/89 Crystal Palace St Albans Slough
1987/88 Crystal Palace St Albans Ipswich
1986/87 Crystal Palace East Grinstead Sutton Coldfield
1985/86 M - Sobells / W - C Palace Tulse Hill Ealing
1984/85 M - Sobells / W - C Palace St Albans Hightown
1983/84 Crystal Palace Slough Slough
1982/83 Crystal Palace Tulse Hill Hightown
1981/82 Crystal Palace Slough Hightown
1980/81 Crystal Palace Slough Sheffield
1979/80 Crystal Palace Beckenham Sheffield
1978/79 Crystal Palace Slough Hightown
1977/78 Crystal Palace Hounslow Leicester
1976/77 Crystal Palace Blackheath Sheffield
1975/76 Crystal Palace Guildford -
1974/75 Michael Sobell Hounslow -
1973/74 Michael Sobell
Tulse Hill -
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celebrating 10 years as the only OFFICIAL FACILITIES PARTNER TO england HOCKEY.
