Committee
Meet the Committee
Somerset West Hockey Club is run by a dedicated group of volunteers who give their time and expertise to support the club, its teams, and its members. The committee plays a key role in ensuring the club operates smoothly, sustainably, and in line with its values.
Committee Members
Club Chairperson
James van der Merwe
Portfolio: Provides overall leadership, strategic direction, and governance for the club, ensuring alignment between sport, community, and sustainability.
Vision: To build a well-run, welcoming club with strong values, where competitive hockey and community spirit go hand in hand.
Vision: To build a well-run, welcoming club with strong values, where competitive hockey and community spirit go hand in hand.
Vice Chairperson
Lauren Mitchell
Portfolio: Supports the Chairperson, oversees operational alignment across portfolios, and steps in on strategic initiatives where needed.
Vision: To strengthen collaboration across teams and ensure the club runs smoothly both on and off the field.
Vision: To strengthen collaboration across teams and ensure the club runs smoothly both on and off the field.
Treasurer
Michael Petersen
Portfolio: Manages the club’s finances, budgeting, and financial reporting to ensure long-term sustainability and transparency.
Vision: To create a financially stable club that can invest confidently in facilities, coaching, and player development.
Vision: To create a financially stable club that can invest confidently in facilities, coaching, and player development.
Secretary
Sarah Jacobs
Portfolio: Oversees club administration, governance documentation, meeting coordination, and official communications.
Vision: To ensure the club operates professionally, efficiently, and in line with best-practice governance standards.
Vision: To ensure the club operates professionally, efficiently, and in line with best-practice governance standards.
Club Captain
David Mokoena
Portfolio: Represents players at committee level, promotes club culture, and supports alignment between teams and management.
Vision: To foster a strong, inclusive club culture where players feel heard, supported, and proud to represent the club.
Vision: To foster a strong, inclusive club culture where players feel heard, supported, and proud to represent the club.
Marketing Lead
Emma Fourie
Portfolio: Manages internal and external communications, digital platforms, match reports, and sponsor visibility.
Vision: To tell the club’s story better, strengthen community engagement, and grow the club’s profile both locally and online.
Vision: To tell the club’s story better, strengthen community engagement, and grow the club’s profile both locally and online.