Award for Young Pontypridd Hockey Umpire
February 23, 2009
A young hockey umpire from Pontypridd has received a prestigious award for her outstanding contribution to the sport.
Katie Perry, aged 16, of The Common, was presented with the Higgins UK Youth Award Certificate of Commendation from the Hockey Writers’ Club, at the Women’s National Indoor Finals. WHU President, Anne Ellis presented the award.
Katie, who attends Howells School in Cardiff, started her playing career for Pontypridd and then joined Rhondda Ladies before moving to Howardians last season. She helps to coach at Gwauncelyn Primary School, Tonteg, and also helps with the Dragon Hockey League in Pontypridd.
Rhondda Cynon Taf Hockey Development officer, Judith Powell, said: “Katie is a worthy winner of this award, as she is one of our most promising young umpires. We look forward to watching her career develop.”
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