GLENN Kirkham will be stepping into the role of Chelmsford Hockey Club ladies' first XI coach for the upcoming season.

Kirkham has captained England and represented GB in international competitions, and has played in two Olympics.

He will be assisted by current GB player David Condon, who worked with the England and East Grinstead teams last season.

The position for the Men’s 1st XI coach is currently vacant and Chelmsford are advertising through Recruitment4Hockey.

Chelmsford Hockey Club are taking part in England Hockey’s Back to Hockey 2016 campaign.

This year, the Back to Hockey sessions start on Thursday, May 5, between 7pm and 8pm at Chelmer Park and will run for six weeks.

The free sessions are open to men and women. Hockey sticks will be provided.