THIRTY youngsters tried out their hockey skills with England captain Craig Parnham during a coaching day.

Parnham, a full-time coach at Bromsgrove School, led skills sessions and seven-a-side matches from the kids at the Worcester Road school on Monday, April 7.

Former England player Chris Mayer and head of girls' games Caroline Ralph were also on hand to offer advice. Droitwich Spa's Lucy Hine was named player of the day for her enthusiasm.