ProFin Partners with Team Bath Hockey and Team Bath Buccaneers Hockey Club to Launch New Coaching and Umpiring Bursary Scheme

The "ProFin Coaching & Umpiring Bursary," is a dedicated scheme designed to support and encourage members and supporters of both Team Bath Buccaneers (TBB) and/or University of Bath Hockey Club (UOBHC), actively involved in the Team Bath Hockey programme, to gain coaching and umpiring qualifications.

This initiative aims to develop the next generation of hockey leaders by removing financial barriers and rewarding commitment to officiating and coaching within the university and club setup. The bursary is available exclusively to Members and Supporters, 16 Years and above, of both clubs upon achieving a qualification and demonstrating active participation within the hockey programme provided by Team Bath Buccaneers and Team Bath Hockey.

The ProFin Coaching & Umpiring Bursary structure includes:

• £100 Bursary: Awarded to those who achieve their Level 1 Coaching qualification and remain active coaches within the programme.
• £100 Bursary: Awarded to those who achieve their Level 1 Umpiring qualification, payable after successfully umpiring five official matches.
• £200 Bursary: Awarded to those who achieve their Level 2 Coaching qualification and remain active coaches within the programme.
• £200 Bursary: Awarded to those who achieve their Level 2 Umpiring qualification. Recipients will maybe be expected to be active umpires within the West Hockey Association leagues also

In addition to the qualification bursaries, the scheme will recognise outstanding development through:

• £50 Bonus Award: Presented to the "Most Improved Coach" and "Most Improved Umpire" at both Christmas and the end of the season.

This new bursary scheme complements the existing structure where standard coaching and umpiring match/session fees are paid to students. ProFin's commitment, estimated at £3,200 annually, will support the projected uptake of approximately 10 Level 1 Coaches, 10 Level 1 Umpires, 4 Level 2 Coaches, and 1 Level 2 Umpire each year.

Martin Pellow, Chairman of Team Bath Buccaneers HC stated: ‘Investing in coaching and umpiring development is crucial for the health of the sport. This bursary will provide a tangible pathway for members of bath clubs to gain valuable qualifications and leadership skills while contributing significantly to the club and the wider hockey community. This is a fantastic initiative, and we are incredibly grateful to ProFin for their generous support"

The ProFin Coaching and Umpiring Bursary represents a significant investment in grassroots hockey development, providing valuable financial assistance and recognition fo those dedicated to enhancing their skills and supporting the sport.

ProFin is committed to supporting community development and fostering opportunities within university sport.

To apply for the scheme contact Nick Kendall

Updated 5/11/26