Club History
Munies moved to their present ground in the early 50’s. All they had was a piece of level ground which was cut by the corporation.
After pressure put on the Municipality they eventually built the back toilets, and Collegians who were looking for grounds to practice on, agreed to put up the initial lights, one at each goal mouth. This was in 1952 / 1953. In 1958/59 the kitchen was built and this was used for everything. Unforunately Munies lost First Division status and were playing in the 2nd division.
The change-rooms were added, first the men, then the ladies. In 1964 when Isipingo lost their ground, Munies were promoted back to First Division but did not have the strength to stay there.
When Durban and Maritzburg joined the top Divisions, Munies found themselves in Reserve League. In 1974 Wanderers joined Munies but this union was not a success and was dissolved after one season. Prior to this union the Ladies fell away from the club. Munies went down to 2nd division but won a play-off against Maritzburg Olympics to go back to Reserve league.
During this period the hall and bar area was added to the changerooms and the Ladies re-joined the club, where they worked themselves up to 2nd division but could not hold their position.Munies Hockey Club has survived throughout the years due to loyal members that have played and supported Munies; and if were not for these people over the years the club would not be in the position it is today.
Lastly a big thank you must go out to Eric Honeysett for all his time that he spent on researching the history of Munies Hockey Club. The history is by far not complete, but this brief outline of the club that has managed to survive the past 90 years.
