Wednesday, February 18, 2026

‘England Hockey need to support clubs with sponsorships’: How Beacon is pushing growth in tough climate

Beacon Hockey Club want to be the largest club in the Midlands – and their priority now is building up their young talent and making sure the club is inclusive and community-focused. 

But a lack of sponsorship and finances is a big limiting factor and Beacon have sponsors only for their first team and their youth setup.

A donation of £1,475 late last year from UKSE was a welcome boost for the youth section, providing gear for new players and continuing to pay coaches. 

Club secretary Anthony Hickinbottom said: “It’s about trying to give them the best possible experience but to utilise what we’ve got within the limited financial backing we’ve got.

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