The Stand Out Cup (SOC) for 2026 is coming up on Sunday, 22 February. Team entries close on Sunday, 8 February at 11:59pm, so be quick and read the information below:
The SOC is a spectacular event that really kicks off the start of the Hockey year for the community. We love the continual support for the LGBTQI+ community you have shown year-on-year, and we hope you join us and Proud 2 Play next month!
With a return to Essendon Hockey Centre, it is going to be exciting to celebrate diversity and inclusivity with everyone once again.
Please see the event details below:
- Date: Sunday, 22 February 2026
- Time: 9.00am – 4.00pm*
- TBA – depending on fixturing. Targeted 4pm finish.
- Location: Essendon Hockey, 1 Hockey Ln, Ascot Vale VIC 3032
- Team entry link: https://www.hockeyvictoria.org.au/events/328805
- Team entry deadline: Sunday, 8 February at 11:59pm
For more information on the SOC, gradings, rules, team entry, and payment, feel free to check out the article linked here.
Hockey Victoria really hope to see all the incredible teams down in February to continue to grow this amazing event to new heights.

