The aim of the umpires in a game of hockey is ultimately to facilitate the enjoyable experience of everyone involved in the hockey match. The umpire will apply the rules of the game in a fair and impartial manner, so that neither teams or players gain an unfair advantage. This does not mean that the...
Who Needs A Coach? The team coach is important in helping players develop their skills and reach their full potential. The coach can assist this process by providing instruction, analysis and encouragement. This requires a knowledge of the game and the skills involved in the game, as well as the ability to inspire players to...
Hockey Victoria have advised that due to the ongoing COVID-19 pandemic, the following decisions have been made: Junior Country Championships – CANCELLED for 2020 Women & Girls Breakfast – CANCELLED for 2020 Senior Country Championship – CANCELLED for 2020 Junior State Championships – POSTPONED until later in 2020 It is important to note that the...
Please read this Statement from the Geelong Hockey Association Executive, regarding the COVID-19 pandemic and its effect on the activities of the Geelong Hockey Association, effective as of March 17. This requires action from members to reduce the number of people gathering in any one area, as well as actions to reduce physical contact. Clubs...
Due to the ongoing situation with the COVID-19 epidemic, School Sport Victoria have cancelled trials and training for Victorian teams, and will not be sending teams to the School Sport Australia Championships. More information here ……
Hockey Victoria are running two training sessions for club administrators and team managers who will be involved in entering match results for the 2020 competition. Monday March 16 – 7 pm, Waverley Hockey Club, 30 Winbirra Pde, Ashwood. This session will also be livestreamed. Tuesday March 17 – Footscray Hockey Club, Fogarty Ave, Yarraville. Register...
Hockey Victoria have advised that all competitions will continue as usual at present, but the situation is being monitored constantly, and advice will be updated as necessary. In the meantime, there are steps we can all take to reduce our risk of contracting the virus.
Nominations are open for the School Sport Victoria 12 & Under teams, 16 & Under hockey teams and Umpires. The selected teams will participate in the School Sport Australia Hockey Championships: 12 Years and Under Boys Dates: 16/8-21/8/20 Venue: National Hockey Centre, Canberra ACT 12 Years and Under Girls Dates: 16/8-21/8/20 Venue: National Hockey Centre,...
Junior Country Championships Junior Country Championships will be held on Saturday May 16 and Sunday May 17. The JCC is a fantastic weekend of hockey, played at major hockey centres in Melbourne, with the 3 age groups spread across 3 venues. It is a great opportunity to improve skills and meet other players from our...
Congratulations to the following players, who have been selected in the Hockey Geelong Junior Sharks Squads for the 2020 season. With 3 teams making it to the finals of their Hockey Victoria competitions in 2019, the outlook for 2020 is promising. U14 GIRLS Armstead Charlotte Baker Isabel Carland Issy Dickson Neave Long Indiana Lorenzen Mai...
