News Poppy, Harry, And Ben To Hit The International Stage 26.01.2025

Following trials at Wrekin College in Telford, Collyer’s Poppy Woods has been selected for the England Women’s college’s hockey squad, while Harry Bubb and Ben Humphrey’s have also been called up to the England Men’s side.

Collyer’s Head of Sports Academy and Hockey Coach, John Burroughs was thrilled: “Poppy, Ben and Harry’s England Association of Colleges’ selections are richly deserved. When you mix off-the-scale talent with sheer hard work, this is what happens!”

Forthcoming matches in the January-July series will include England taking on British Universities, Wales, and Scotland.

Deputy Principal Steve Martell said: “Collyer’s, Horsham and Sussex should be extremely proud of Poppy, Ben, and Harry’s international call-ups. They are hockey royalty at Collyer’s!”

John Burroughs added: “Massive congratulations to these outstanding athletes and enormous thanks to their coaches, families, friends and support networks, who have helped them on their pathways to international recognition.”