Monthly Archive: August 2024

Good Luck for the Finals

August 29, 2024

To all the clubs, players, officials and spectators, the executive wishes you all the best for the finals series. It is an exciting time of the season and we are positive all games will be played in the right spirit. The players have played and trained hard all season and will be willing to give...


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Hockey Club Melbourne Tickets Available

August 29, 2024

Thanks to HC Melbourne partner DEOL Car Trucks & Rentals, Hockey Victoria are offering Regional Associations an opportunity to engage & connect with both HCM Men’s and Womens teams in their Round 3 game on Saturday, 26 October, 6:00pm at the State Netball Hockey Centre – HC Melbourne vs Perth Thundersticks. Clubs may wish to purchase...


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Thanks To K-Craft Painting Services

August 23, 2024

Welcome to our newest sponsor, K-Craft Painting Services. The GHA is proud to be associated with K-Craft Painting Services. This premium painting business is owned by Kristie and Kelvin who are well connected to hockey. As part of the relationship Kelvin has pressure washed the concrete at Stead Park and it looks brand new. We...


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Hockey Victoria Men’s Health Lunch

August 20, 2024

On Friday 16 August, Hockey Victoria hosted their second Men’s Health Lunch at the Junction Oval in St. Kilda. The guest speakers were former international cricketer David Hussey and Gold Medalist Hockey players Travis Brooks OAM and Stephen Mowlam. The Hockey Geelong Sharks had a party present and it was a very good opportunity to...


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Summer Hockey – Gather Your Team

August 19, 2024

The 2024/2025 summer hockey season will begin on Tuesday October 15, so it’s time to start organising your team. Join a team with one of our affiliated clubs or organise your friends and make up your own team. But remember – all teams must be entered under the auspices of an affiliated club or school....


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Volunteer Award

August 14, 2024

GHA would like to acknowledge and thank Andie Hatton for her amazing volunteer work. Andie has been nominated for her efforts in junior development, specifically being the driving force behind the recent “This Girl Can” clinics, which took place over a series of Mondays. The participants and coaches all had an amazing time and learned...


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Mark of Respect for Carolyn McGrane

August 12, 2024

On Sunday August 11, all players and spectators came together for a minute’s silence to mark the passing of Carolyn McGrane. We would like to thank all those who showed their respects and their support for Grubby, Olivia, Darcy and Carolyn’s extended family and friends. GHA Executive  


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Help Wanted Register

August 8, 2024

The Association from time to time needs people during the week to undertake tasks like helping schools with their hockey programs, coaching, umpiring etc. We also sometimes need people to open or close Stead Park. If you are a University student or your work circumstances give you flexibility then please register with the GHA. It...


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Respects for Carolyn

August 8, 2024

May I please ask all senior teams to wear black arm bands this weekend in memory of the passing of Carolyn McGrane? This sad event has had a profound effect on many clubs, especially Saints HC. By wearing the black arm bands you will be showing your support at this difficult time. There will be...


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Come and Try Hockey Clinic Cancelled

August 8, 2024

The intended Come and Try hockey clinic scheduled for Sunday 18 August at Stead Park has been cancelled.   We have not had any applications to date and do not have the personnel to lead this.   We apologise for any inconvenience caused.   But if you would like to #haveago at hockey, please let...


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