Western, established originally in the West End of Glasgow, played hockey in that district for 70 years, during which time they never succeeded in finding a permanent ground which they could call their home.

This was a step of great significance, providing financial stability to the Sports Club and a permanent home for Western.

With the requirement that top class hockey be played on artificial surfaces the first privately owned artificial hockey pitch was laid at Auchenhowie in 1994 providing unrivalled facilities to Western players and contributing significantly to the improvement of playing standards throughout the club.

Over the past twenty years or so, Western has promoted a deliberate youth policy to interest local boys and girls in the game of hockey.

The club now fields five men's teams and four women's each Saturday with occasional games for a veteran side.