WELSH hockey officials have released the latest update on the phased return of the sport across the country.

This week clubs across Wales moved into phase three and 'adapted contact training.'

The phase rules stipulate contact training can now take place with social distancing coming into effect when possible, particularly during warm-up, team discussions and cool downs.

Numbers within a session continue to be limited to 30 as part of one isolated training group, including coaches and club officials though clubs can now have two groups on one pitch, each in a designated half – the two groups should not come into contact, this includes coaches and club officials.

A Wales Hockey spokesman said: "We currently have several areas in north and south Wales in lockdown.

"No one should enter or leave the given area to play hockey while the restrictions are in place.

"We await further information about the government’s recent announcement about their intention to allow children to cross borders for sport.

"Until this is provided please do not go outside your boundary if you are in local lockdown as this is illegal

"With the ever-changing landscape of COVID-19 we appreciate the patience and understanding of our members."