Hockey ID Competitions​

Focus area: Intellectual Disability​
Delivery type: Athlete and coach education and inclusion​

Identification​

• People with intellectual disabilities face significant barriers to accessing structured sport. EuroHockey identified a need for trained coaches, appropriate environments, and consistent pathways to participation. ​

Activation​

• The Hockey ID Programme delivers education, resources, and funding pathways enabling coaches and organisations to deliver inclusive hockey sessions safely and effectively and provide competitive competitions for clubs and national teams.​

Impact​

• Increased participation of intellectually disabled athletes​
• Improved coaching confidence and quality​
• Safer, more inclusive environments​
• Sustainable delivery across multiple nations​