Sad passing of Michael van Nugteren
The Board of Maccabi
Australia, our affiliated States and members join the Victorian Hockey
community in expressing deepest sympathy to Pam, Jess and Katherine on the
passing of former Maccabiah Hockey Coach Michael van Nugteren.
Michael passed away on 16 June after a long
battle with cancer aged 52 years.
Michael played with the Yarra Valley and
Greensborough hockey clubs and then enjoyed a successful coaching career with
several clubs and schools, including the Maccabi Victoria Hockey Club where he
coached the Juniors and instructed the Senior Coaches. Michael also coached the
Australian Team at the 2005 Maccabiah Games.
In addition to his club coaching Michael had a
very successful career as a State Team Coach most significantly at the Under 15
level where he led Victoria to an Australian Championships in 2003 and 2004.
Michael will be sadly missed by the Maccabi family.
Maccabi Australia Media Release 21062010.pdf
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