Will Nichol named in Future Blacksticks Squad

By OBHS | Posted: Thursday July 31, 2025

We are proud to congratulate Year 13 student Will Nichol on his selection to the Hockey NZ Future Blacksticks squad.

This prestigious achievement places Will among the top 36 U18 men’s hockey players in New Zealand.

As part of the squad, Will will attend a national training camp during the upcoming school holidays, where he will further develop his skills alongside the country’s most promising young players.

Also included in the squad is OBHS Old Boy Fergus Oberlin-Brown, further highlighting the strong hockey legacy at Otago Boys’ High School.

Well done to both Will and Fergus on this outstanding achievement!