We are a newly formed hockey club in Ballinasloe - 2021.
We are looking for new junior players, adults and club officials for the 2022 season.
We value Respect, Tradition, Fair-Play, Competition and Enjoyment.
Taster Session & Membership
Expression of Interest
Register your interest here
We are currently enrolling new junior and senior players for our introduction to hockey in Ballinasloe. New players wishing to try out the sport before committing to a membership program can do so by attending any of our Saturday training sessions. All you need to do is sign up and register for the taster session below.
To become a full member of the club, Players and parents can register their details below, noting that this is an expression of interest to club membership and the management committee reserve the right to approve the request based on numbers in the club and the availability of suitable facilities to participate in the sport.
Introducing Ballinasloe Lions Hockey Club
Your Local Field Hockey Team
We aim to bring the game of hockey to our local community, to facilitate diversity and learning of new skills amongst our members. Hockey is a non contact sport that provides individuals of all ages with an opportunity to participate in a team orientated environment.
We strive to bring enjoyment to all our members through participation in the sport at a level that suits our members needs.
Lets go Lions!
Benefits of Hockey
A sport for everyone
Hockey is a sport, played on a synthetic astro pitch that facilitates a safe and fun environment.
Hockey is played by juniors from the age of 7 right up to adults and senior citizens within our community.
Hockey is available to all sections of our society to participate in. Social inclusion programs and para hockey are actively supported within our club.
The sport can be played at speed or walking pace - as dictated by the members playing the game. We cater for all levels.
Skills to be learned through participation include:
The Rules of hockey - of which there are many!
Indian Dribble
Passing
Shooting
Attacking
Defending
... and so much more
Technique is a key element to learn in hockey, in terms of stick work and moves around the pitch
Hockey is a team based sport, that supports building life long relationships through sport inside a team environment
Hockey is fun - why not try it out and see for yourself?
Contact us
We would love to hear from you....
Ballinasloe, Galway, Ireland.
Playing gives players an opportunity to practice what they learn