UK Ice Hockey Foundation appoints Chrissy Newman as Regional Manager, Membership Growth & Development
The UK Ice Hockey Foundation (UKIHF), affiliated with Ice Hockey UK (IHUK), is pleased to announce the appointment of Chrissy Newman as Regional Manager Membership Growth & Development.
Newman joins the Foundation alongside Ferhat Tözünler, National Manager of Growth & Development, as UKIHF
continues to expand its focus on participation, inclusivity and sustainable membership growth in British ice hockey.
Former international player and experienced coach, Chrissy Newman has a long-standing involvement in British ice hockey and has extensive experience in playing, coaching and community development.
She started her junior career at Basingstoke before moving on to represent Great Britain Women, earning 55 international caps.
Newman has remained deeply involved in the development of junior and women’s ice hockey, supporting participation pathways and the continued growth of the game at grassroots and performance levels.
In addition to her hockey background, Newman has built a career in public health and community sports development, with a focus on increasing access to sports and removing barriers to participation.
In her role at the UK Ice Hockey Foundation, she will work closely with clubs and partners to support membership growth, participation and volunteer development, helping to create inclusive, welcoming and sustainable environments that strengthen the sport’s grassroots foundations and support the Home Nations’ long-term growth ambitions.
Kevin McLaughlin, Head of Hockey Development at UKIHF, said: “Chrissy brings a unique combination of international playing experience, coaching insight and community sport expertise.
“Her insight into how to increase participation in an inclusive and sustainable way will be a real asset to the Foundation, and her work together with Ferhat will play an important role in strengthening club and community membership and engagement.”
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