We’re proud to introduce our New Zealand Māori Hockey Representative Coaches for the 2026–2028 term — a rōpū of kaiako who exemplify leadership, expertise, and the wairua that drives Māori Hockey. Each brings a deep commitment to nurturing talent, strengthening whanaungatanga, and upholding the mana of our game and our people.
New Coaches
NZ Māori Wāhine Junior Team
Head Coach: Tuhia Hohepa (Te Tai Tokerau) – ends 2028
Assistant Coach: Atamira De Goldi-Ling (Te Waipounamu) – ends 2028
NZ Māori Tāne Junior Team
Head Coach: Sam Hewett (Tāmaki Makaurau) – ends 2028
Assistant Coach: Brad Pittman (Te Tai Tokoro) – ends 2028
NZ Māori Tāne Senior Team
Assistant Coach: Phil McConnell (Waikato-Maniapoto) – ends 2028, will join our current senior head coach, Mark Kake.
Continuing their tenure:
Senior Tāne Coach: Mark Kake (Tāmaki Makaurau) – ends 2026
Senior Wāhine Coach: Carissa Makea (Tāmaki Makaurau) – ends 2027
Together, this rōpū of dedicated Māori coaches will lead the next generation of players, strengthen our national programmes, and uphold the mana of Māori Hockey across Aotearoa and beyond.
E mihi ana ki a koutou katoa — thank you for your commitment to our kaupapa and your continued leadership on and off the turf.
