Monthly Archive: June 2021

Vale Ricky Burns

June 29, 2021

The Committee and members of the Geelong Hockey Association extend their condolences and sincere sympathy to Eija, Shannon, Kelly, Jay, Jessey and the entire Burns family on the recent passing of Ricky Burns. Ricky was a Life Member of both the Corio Hockey Club and the Geelong Hockey Association, and had contributed enormously to the...


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Umpires Wanted for School Competitions

June 17, 2021

The School Sport Victoria hockey competitions will be held at Stead Park in July and August. Umpires are required to officiate at these games, with reimbursement available. Game times are usually between 9.50 am to 2.20 pm. Umpires are needed for: July 14, 16, 19, 22 August 2, 4, 6, 11 If you are available...


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Coaches Wanted – Northern Bay College

June 17, 2021

Northern Bay College are seeking coaches to assist with their 2021 hockey program. The school participates in the School Sport Victoria competition at the local level, and usually performs very well. Reimbursement of $50/ hour is available for the coaches. Coaches are required as follows: 2 coaches at Stead Park for 15 to 20 students...


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COVID Restrictions Eased – Updated June 17

June 16, 2021

Restrictions for COVID Safe play have eased further, allowing a return to some previous levels of participation. Training sessions at Stead Park may return to 60 minutes duration. The Hockey Victoria Return to Hockey GuidelinesĀ  are expected to be further updated tomorrow. Members are asked to comply fully with the guidelines which are in place....


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Return to Hockey – All Competitions Are Go

June 13, 2021

With new guidelines for COVID Safe play in place from Friday June 11, we are pleased that the Geelong Hockey Association junior and senior competitions will be played this week as per the published fixtures. The Hockey Victoria Return to Hockey GuidelinesĀ  provide further details. However, there are still some restrictions and members are asked...


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HV Return to Hockey Guidelines Updated

June 4, 2021

Please note the following updated information from Hockey Victoria about the conduct of play and training. 2021 June 4 HV Return to Hockey Guidelines V-B.18(1) Please note that we have asked for no spectators. This document opens the way for spectators under specific conditions. It would be much easier if we can have a blanket...


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Junior Hockey Update June 5/6

June 3, 2021

Following the release of COVID guidelines which come into effect on June 4 for Regional areas, the Junior Competitions for the Geelong Hockey Association will proceed this weekend. Hockey Victoria have not as yet been able to provide any definitive guidelines relating to the maximum number of people allowed within the sporting venue (Stead Park...


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