Hockey Australia
Annual Report 2007/2008
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Contents
Vision and Mission Statement 4
Current Organisation Chart 5
Message from the Australian Sports Commission 6-7
President’s Report 8
Chief Executive’s Report 9
The Year in Review 10-13
National Coach’s Report - Men 14-15
National Coach’s Report - Women 16-17
Game Development Report 18-21
Commercial Department Report 22-25
Australian Hockey League Report 26
International Hockey Federation Report 27
Indoor Report 27
Veterans Report 28
Country Report 29
Oceania Hockey Federation Report 30
State Reports 31-38
Results 39-45
Life Members 46
Hall of Fame Inductees 46
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Vision
"Australian hockey - Fostering excellence for all"
Hockey Australia and the State Hockey Associations together aim to maintain Australia's pre-eminent position in elite hockey, and to be a world leader in our approach to the game and the results we achieve. We also aim to make hockey the 'game for everyone' - a sport that is accessible and enjoyable for male and female Australians of all ages and backgrounds.
Mission
Achieving this vision will require the collective efforts of the Australian hockey community. This community includes the leading administrative bodies - Hockey Australia and the State Hockey Associations - and the many thousands of volunteers within regional associations, hockey clubs and schools throughout the country. It encompasses hockey players and coaches, from our national teams through to beginners and club players. All members of the community have a part to play.
For its part, Hockey Australia's mission is:
"To encourage, promote, develop and administer hockey at all levels in order to maintain Australian hockey as a world leader and a game for everyone. This will be done through managing Australia's international high performance program and maximising participation, enjoyment and community profile."
Formation
Hockey Australia formed in November 2000 following the amalgamation of the Australian Hockey Association and Women’s Hockey Australia and is a full member of the International Hockey Federation (FIH). It comprises membership of all eight States and Territories. Each State Association is comprised of regional associations, which are in turn made up of clubs. In some States, clubs affiliate directly with the State body.
Hockey Australia exists to provide Australians with the opportunity to play hockey from junior levels through to elite competition, including the Olympic Games. It is responsible for delivering these benefits to Australian hockey players through its Member States and ensuring hockey in Australia achieves consistent success, a strong and positive public profile and continuing player and spectator support at all levels.
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Board and Staff
Board of Directors Pam Tye (President) Stuart GrimshawHA Commissions (Vice President) Organisational Renita Garard (Finance Director) Richard Aggiss Stuart Carruthers Chart Bob Claxton David Gilbert John Hall (as at October 2008) Ken Read Danni Roche
Chief Executive Executive Assistant Linden Adamson Vacant
High Performance Finance & Administration Game Development Marketing Events
Finance & Administration Game Development Manager Marketing Manager Events Manager Manager Brendan Denning James Young (Perth) Tina Brullo Greg Hill Game Development Business Development Operations & Finance Officer Coordinator Coordinator Events Officer (P/T) Murray Steart Vacant Vacant Georgia Green Administration Assistant Competitions Coordinator Communications Competitions Carmel Langan Joshua Burt Manager Shaun Anderson Manager (WCT) Membership Officer Ron Riley Vacant Marketing Officer Naomi Maclean Competitions Projects Officer Manager (MCT) Karen Kwok TBD
Operations & Events Officer (P/T) Georgia Green
Women’s Program Management Group Men’s Program
National Coach High Performance Manager National Coach Frank Murray Liz Booth Barry Dancer
Assistant Coach (Junior Administration Assistant (P/T) Assistant Coach teams) Tina Price Colin Batch Katrina Powell AIS Administrative Staff Assistant Coach Scholarship Coach Anne Konrath (Junior Teams) Kate Starre Shayley McGurk-Davy Mark Hager HA Commissions Performance Analyst Coaching Manager Performance Analyst Athlete’s Ian Hicks Ian Rutledge (Canberra) Jason Duff Chair – Renita Garard
NTID Coordinator Indoor Joe Kelly (Darwin) Chair – Dave Gilbert
National Training Centres Officiating ACT – Anthony Thornton (women) Chair – Ken Read Ben Bishop (men) Country NSW - John Bessell (women) Chair – Rowley Tompsett Larry McIntosh (men) Veterans NT- Melissa Hall (women and men) Chair – Bob Claxton SA- Jason Butcher (women and men) Market Advisory Group QLD- Mark Rutter (women) Chair- Stuart Carruthers Greg Browning (men) TAS- Andrew McDonald (men and women) VIC- Toni Cumpston (women) John Mowat (men) WA- Neil Hawgood (women) David Bell (men)
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Winning PartnershiP
The Australian Sports Commission proudly supports Hockey Australia
The Australian Sports Commission Hockey Australia is one of many is the Australian Government national sporting organisations agency that develops, supports that has formed a winning and invests in sport at all levels in partnership with the Australian Australia. Hockey Australia has Sports Commission to develop its worked closely with the Australian sport in Australia. Sports Commission to develop hockey from community participation to high-level performance.
AUSTRALIAN SPORTS COMMISSION www.ausport.gov.au
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Message from the Australian Sports Commission
Australia, for its small population and remoteness of location, continues to confound the world with its achievements on the international sporting stage. This position has been reached by the development of a comprehensive and effective national sport system that encourages sport and physical activity for all Australians and creates opportunities to enable those who are talented and motivated to reach their potential. This system has evolved with the strong support of the Australian Government, State/Territory and local governments, the private sector and sporting organisations at all levels.
At the national level primary responsibility for developing and directing sport lies with national sporting organisations. On behalf of the Australian Government, the Australian Sports Commission plays central leadership, co-ordination, funding and advocacy roles in the operation of the Australian sport system, largely through the national sporting organisations. Indeed the Australian Government, through the Commission, is the major investor in Australian sport.
In 2007-08 the Australian Government, through the Commission, provided Hockey Australia with funding of approximately $5.4 million for the development of the sport and its continued enhancement at the grass-root and elite levels, including $1.25 million for the Australian Institute of Sport program and $576,000 for the Australian Government Sports Training Grant scheme.
The Australian Sports Commission recognises that Hockey Australia has continued to work to build its membership base and continues to support and develop a number of very worthwhile programs to promote the sport of hockey around Australia.
On behalf of the Commission, I look forward to working with Hockey Australia in future for the betterment of Australian sport.
Brent Espeland Acting Chief Executive Officer Australian Sports Commission
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President’s Report
It is with great pleasure that I present my President’s report for 2008.
How do you measure success?
From the aspect of ‘on field-off field’ success, I believe players, coaches, officials and administrators have all had a large measure of success during 2007 – 2008.
Whilst these successes are articulated throughout this report, it is appropriate to acknowledge the tremendous effort and commitment all the coaches and support staff put in prior to the 2008 Beijing Olympics. Their passion and professional approach have shown once again how valuable their expert knowledge and approach is to Hockey Australia (HA), factors demonstrated many times with the results in World Cups, Champion’s Trophies and International matches.
It is time to reflect on the role that HA plays in the overall development of our athletes and consider programs that will increase the participation levels as well as maintain the high standards that have been created. Additionally, we should review operating strategies.
The Sport Review Panel set up by the government is ‘to investigate the reforms required to ensure that Australia’s sporting system remains prepared for the challenges of the future’. This will of course impact on the future strategies of HA whether it is at the elite level or the grassroots community level. There is a need to continually review the Strategic Plan as was done this year, bearing in mind the significant emerging chal- lenges arising with all sport in Australia.
As well, there are growing challenges at international competition level, together with new sporting trends; the need to keep ahead of the pack requires the best in coaching, medical sciences, sports medicine and vision.
Of course technology continues to play a huge role in every aspect of the game. Not only are databases and statistics important but the tracking devices and performance indication technologies that are used in the sports sciences and the overall use of specifically designed programs that assist each and every athlete are crucial.
It is imperative that HA maintains its involvement globally to enhance every aspect of decision making, whether it is rules, coaching, governance or competitions. Thank you to those who continue to represent HA on FIH committees – we are very proud of the work you are involved in and I wish our current nominees luck in the FIH elections.
Whilst this is my last report, I feel confident and encouraged by the changes that are occurring and look forward to future successes both on and off the field.
There are significant challenges facing the sport industry over the next Olympiad, particularly in relation to participation, funding, facilities and volunteers.
Innovative approaches will need to be introduced: • to provide a new direction for our sport that will build on the social capital in regions, • to provide sufficient funding, • to increase participation levels and keep current players in the game, • to lift the profile, • to stay a world leader.
The new era which sees changes in personnel at the top will provide Hockey Australia with a different base on which to operate at all levels and remain the great sport it is. I am confident that HA together with its many partners will maintain a robust identity and develop performance plans and budgets that will achieve the objectives set down. This will include the identification and development of athlete talent, coaching, interna- tional competition, applied sports science and medical support, equipment and effective administration and governance. This can only happen with strength and if there is unity and sound support around Australia which is built on trust and respect.
HA recognises and thanks the wonderful support given by the Australian Sports Commission and the Australian Institute of Sport to not only the High Performance program but to our Indigenous Program, the female coach apprenticeship program and all other initiatives and leadership given in areas of governance.
Hockey, as an Olympic sport gets great support from the Australian Olympic Committee and recognises its role in providing assistance and path- ways to elite athletes. The Australian Commonwealth Games Association is another national organisation assisting and providing support to HA. Thank you also to our sponsors listed elsewhere in this report.
In conclusion I would like to make special mention of the HA Board and thank you all for the time and continued effort given to the cause of maintaining and indeed improving what we are recognising today, those who have prepared the way so well and so passionately over the last 100 years. Hockey has a great tradition built up because leaders have been unstinting in the contribution they have made. Thanks everyone, I have enjoyed my time with this great sport, hockey.
Pamela M Tye AM President
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Chief Executive’s Report
The reporting year commenced with a strong determination by staff to achieve the goals of the strategic plan, to capitalise on opportunities and address and overcome the challenges of a federated system and resources that were insufficient in some areas to meet expectations.
Game Development The National programs for training and education, participation growth and in the broadest sense electronic communications are fundamentally sound and provide immense opportunities for whole sport improvement in these key result areas.
There is sufficient evidence available that where there are adequate resources devoted to these programs that good results can be and are achieved.
Governance The HA Board directs the strategic goals and policies of the organisation and reviews the planning process annually. Major stakeholders are invited to contribute, but there is an inconsistent take up of the opportunity.
A review of the strategic plan was conducted early in 2008, facilitated by consultant, Scott Way of PKF. The resulting plan, a little more operationally focussed than previously, was provided for comment to state associations, with (disappointingly) little or no response.
The long awaited and very necessary review of the Hockey Australia (HA) constitution was implemented and will be considered by Council for adoption.
Financial Performance Once again there was enormous dependence on government funding for program implementation particularly in the high performance area. The Beijing Olympic preparation was expensive and yet the majority of the cost was met without a large commitment of HA funds.
The annual operating result will be a deficit after the performance of the investment portfolio is taken into account. Normal activities are as forecast and to budget.
Australian Government Hockey remained one of the highest funded sports in Australia. This has been due to a number of factors, including the organisation’s adherence to the strict accountability requirements and the Australian Sports Commission acceptance of our management competence and the continued high level performance of the Australian teams in international competition.
We have been fortunate to deal with knowledgeable, supportive and competent consultants at both the ASC and the Australian Institute of Sport. The next four year funding cycle outcomes will be crucial to ongoing plans, performance and results.
High Performance Full program details and competition information are reported elsewhere in the annual report, but clearly the direction during the reporting period was to achieve the best possible preparation for the Olympic Games.
Our high performance programs are coach driven and we were extremely fortunate that our National Coaches were focussed, demanding and extremely hard-working. I feel privileged to have been able to work with two total professionals, who as well as being amongst the best in the world in their profession, are both very fine people as well. To Barry Dancer and Frank Murray my personal thanks.
I also want to record my acknowledgement to our players and team support staff, who were unwavering in their commitment to achieve the best possible performances. The sport is fortunate to have such high calibre people involved in our programs and I would hope their contribution is neither taken for granted nor under-valued.
Conclusion Thank you to the HA staff in the National and High Performance offices. Working with limited resources and high outside expectations is not easy and we have had highs and lows. Sport is not always an easy industry in which to work, but there can be immense satisfaction as well. Thank you for your commitment, industry and work ethic, I have certainly appreciated it and I wish you well for the future.
Linden Adamson Chief Executive
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The Year In Review
Photos from top to bottom left to right: Kobie McGurk during the 2007 Oceania Cup; Hope Munro during the 2007 Oceania Cup; Brent Livermore and David Guest during the 2007 Oceania Cup; Mark Knowles during the 2007 Oceania Cup; Nathan Eglington during the 2007 New Zealand Test Series; the Kookaburras celebrate during the 2007 Test Series against New Zealand.
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From top to bottom left to right: Matthew Wells and Luke Doerner at the 2007 Men’s Champions Trophy; Mark Knowles and Jamie Dwyer collect Player of the Year Awards; Eddie Ockenden at the 2007 Men’s Champions Trophy; Kookaburras victory at the 5 Nations Tournament in South Africa; Hope Munro celebrates during the 2008 5 Test Series against Great Britain; Kate Hollywood in action in the 5 Test Series against Great Britain.
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Photos from top to bottom left to right: SmokeFree WA Thundersticks celebrate their AHL win; Blakeney and Smith in action at the Men’s AHL; Alison Bruce from NSW Arrows in action at the Women’s AHL; SmokeFree WA Diamonds celebrate their AHL win; the Kookaburras take on Korea in the Perth 4 Nations Tournament; the Kookaburras sign autographs at the Hook in2 Hockey Superclinic in Darwin; the Kookaburras at the Darwin 4 Nations Tournament.
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Photos top to bottom left to right: Eli Matheson, Des Abbott and Eddie Ockenden at the Darwin 4 Nations Tournament; Nikki Hudson in action at the 2008 Women’s Champions Trophy; Angie Lambert at the 2008 Women’s Champions Trophy; Megan Rivers at the 2008 Women’s Champions Trophy; Kiel Brown and Fegus Kavanagh with the Mens Champions Trophy; the Kookaburras celebrate successs at the 2008 Men’s Champions Trophy.
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National Coach’s Report - Men
By July 2007 the focus of our national high performance program was shifting strongly towards the final stages of preparation for the 2008 Olympic Games.
Olympic Program The focus in 2007 was aimed primarily at ensuring qualification through the Oceania Cup so as to avoid the complication of having to qualify in early 2008 through one of the Olympic Qualifying tournaments. The Oceania Cup tournament was played in Buderim in September and became a 3-nation series that included Papua New Guinea, New Zealand and Australia.
New Zealand had developed into a formidable opponent with a very seasoned squad in which a lot of their players had benefited from develop- ment in European club competitions as well as a full national program. Their world ranking did not accurately reflect the quality of their team. In a tight match in the final we won 3-1 and were all relieved to get past the hurdle of qualification.
Prior to this tournament our national team was able to participate in the Olympic Test Event in Beijing in August. The Test Event provided a valu- able opportunity to investigate the conditions, organisation and logistics in Beijing twelve months out from the Olympic Games. With the support of the AIS and AOC we were able to use medical and sports science staff to investigate the environmental conditions and various performance strategies that may be useful in this location. The matches and training in Beijing also served as good preparation for our Olympic qualifying event.
We were then faced with the opportunity to play in the Champions Trophy Tournament in Kuala Lumpur, Malaysia. We were successful in reaching the final of the tournament having performed in less than convincing style in the round matches. eW lost the final 1-0 against Germany after a slow start. Even though we were without a player for approximately twenty minutes due to suspension, we had the better of the last three quarters of this match and it was a very courageous performance that the team could be proud of. The hot and humid conditions in Kuala Lumpur were very similar to those that we expected in Beijing for the Olympic tournament and therefore it was a very valuable tournament to use to be able to assess at what stage our team and individuals within our group were at.
Overall our team at the Champions Trophy did not possess the passion, vitality and team ethos needed for us to be consistently ahead of our opponents.
A 5 Nation Tournament in South Africa in January 2008 provided an opportunity to expose some less experienced players and also rest a number of the more experienced players from international competition to allow them to build their fitness base. It was hoped that these strate- gies could collectively rejuvenate the squad. The performances against Germany, Holland and Spain in this tournament re-emphasised some of the core values that are so important to the success of our team.
In the middle of March we commenced a centralised block of training at the AIS Hockey Unit in Perth for the final 19 weeks of preparation prior to the Olympics. The squad of 24 athletes enjoyed a very intense training environment as full-time athletes.
Training blocks of approximately five weeks were interspersed with international competition blocks. The first of these training blocks was very successful with the squad settling quickly into the Perth environment and training particularly well. A major challenge during this period was to maintain strong squad unity at a time when individual players were experiencing mounting selection pressures.
The first round of international competition was two 4-nation tournaments against Korea, India and China that were conducted in Perth and Darwin in late April / early May. This competition involved 8 matches that provided the opportunity for squad development in a tournament environment. It also was an important selection point in determining the direction selection would take for a tour to Europe in June. During this series of matches we were able to expose 22 players in our squad with Nathan Eglington and Travis Brooks not available due to injury. We were successful in winning both tournaments, albeit the second one very narrowly in the final.
The second training block through the remainder of May and early June became a difficult stage with the squad’s progress being restricted by a range of injury and illness concerns. At the end of this period there were four players who could not be considered for selection due to injury.
The European tour in June proved to be very successful with the team winning two preparatory matches against Belgium and then winning the Champions Trophy in Rotterdam. In Belgium the team put together two encouraging performances that built confidence in preparation for the tournament. We were successful in winning the Champions Trophy due to the growth in the team’s performance within the tournament.
The strength of our defensive game, the potency of our counterattacks and our strong mentality proved to be very valuable attributes in this tournament. Whilst the score of 4-1 against Spain in the final was a flattering result, it generated optimism as we entered the final month of preparation. Overall in Rotterdam the team displayed a vastly improved style of play than in the 2007 Champions Trophy. However we needed to be mindful that the competition landscape in Beijing would be very different with the environmental conditions and the stage of preparation of our major opponents very different indeed.
The final month of our preparation included the finalisation of our OlympicTeam selection, some centralised training at the AIS in Perth and then a 3-match series against Korea in Cairns. The selection of the Olympic team consisted of the selection of sixteen players in the team and two players who would remain on standby during the Olympics and be available to replace an injured player during the tournament.
The series in Cairns provided quality competition against a team that over the last few years had threatened seriously for medals at world level events. We involved 20 players in this series with the 16 players in our Olympic Team selection and 4 additional players.
We needed the additional players to play in this series to allow us to properly manage some physical issues that we had with members of the Olympic Team as well as maintain the final preparations of our standby players to a sufficient level. In the end it proved very important that the preparations of the standby players were adequately maintained, as we needed Andrew Smith to play in our final two matches in the Olympic tournament when Grant Schubert was injured in our final round match.We started the series well but as our opposition improved we failed to make the progress that was necessary in our own game. We won the series 2-0 but there remained uneasiness about the overall level of our performance in this series.
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Our preparations in Beijing involved the team having 10 days prior to competition to assimilate to the conditions and the logistics of the Olympic environment. This period included a solid week of practice sessions and two practice matches against New Zealand (won 3-1) and Germany (won 2-1), followed by a lighter couple of days before commencing competition.
Our performances against Canada (won 6-1) and South Africa (won 10-0) were quite comprehensive and allowed our attacking group to gain some valuable confidence, especially as this group was quite inexperienced. Pakistan presented some different challenges in our third match with the opposition flooding deep in defence and also denying our counterattacking game by not going forward with many numbers in their attack. We were more tentative in our attacking build-up in this match but eventually due to weight of territorial possession we ground out a 3-1 win.
In our fourth match against Holland a draw would more than likely be sufficient for both teams gain a semi-final position. Regardless, both teams played in a positive manner creating a reasonable number of goalscoring opportunities and the 2-2 result was probably a fair indication and a sufficient result for both teams in the context of the tournament.
It was important in the final round match and in preparation that we shared the workload around the team; that we escaped without an injury; and we improved the quality of our previous performances. Unfortunately, whilst we able to share the workload Grant Schubert did sustain a knee injury that ruled him out of the remainder of the tournament. In addition, our overall performance against Great Britain lacked the energy and support play that was necessary. Unfortunately, in this match there were too many of our players that played one of their poorer individual performances for the tournament.
The semi-final presented a different mental challenge and a very mature Spanish team, that we expected would have improved significantly from when we last played them in the final of the Champions Trophy, especially as they would have become very hardened from the extremely close matches they had played in their pool on the way to the finals. In the final we had the bonus of a goal in the first minute of the game and then another two minutes after half-time to lead 2-0 at that stage. In the first half we hadn’t been playing well and certainly did not deserve to be leading by this margin. To the credit of the Spanish team they held their nerve and disappointingly, we were unable to lift the level of our performance. As the second half progressed the trend of the game was looking ominous. In the end a late goal for Spain sealed the result 3-2 for them and they deservedly won a place in the final. Unfortunately, it is fair to say that we did not deserve to play in the final and there will remain a lot of soul searching to try and understand why we didn’t play to a level that we could be proud of.
The Bronze Medal match against Holland proved to be a very open affair in which we were able to generate a number of very incisive attacks and good goalscoring opportunities especially with some fast-break attacks. The 6-2 result and the style with which we played went a small way toward sweetening the sour taste that remained from our semi-final performance.
This Bronze Medal result for the team was not what we wanted to achieve but is probably a fair reward for how the team performed in the tournament.
At the start of this Olympic campaign, and after the Olympic success in Athens, our program set itself some very lofty goals of maintaining the world number-one ranking and winning both the 2006 World Cup and 2008 Olympic Games. We had hoped that by the Kookaburras maintaining the longevity of success throughout this Olympic cycle we would have generated a much stronger presence of the Kookaburras brand on the Australian sporting landscape and hence generate a more significant profile for hockey in this country. For a range of reasons, we were not able to sustain the success we would have hoped and achieve the major goals we set ourselves. With this comes a degree of disappointment when I reflect on the last four years.
However, I do believe that the Kookaburras have continued to present a very positive image to our own hockey community and the world hockey community. I would hope that most hockey followers have been enthused and entertained by the way the team has played on a lot of occasions. That is why it was so pleasing to finish in such good style in our last match in Beijing.
Apart for the playing performances I would like to think that this generation of Kookaburras have been an outstanding group of young men who have consistently demonstrated what it is to be a strong team and presented a healthy image for our sport and a strong role model for future generations of hockey players.
This group of athletes have been extremely well supported by a world-class support staff. The cooperation and commitment of the staff has ensured that the athletes have received professional assistance in the many facets of their development.
I have considered it a privilege to have the opportunity to be Head Coach of the Kookaburras and will look back with many fond memories of experiences, friendships and achievements that have been part of that experience.
I would like to think our national men’s program is well placed to continue the success of this period and hopefully take it to another level.
Barry Dancer Head Coach Australian Men’s Hockey Team
Image: Barry Dancer at training
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National Coach’s Report - Women
The focus of the National Program for 2007/08 centred around:
• Finalising the identification of those athletes from whom we would choose the sixteen for the Beijing Olympics. • Continuing to develop our younger players from the 2005 Junior World Cup – indeed our entire midfield now consists of players from this group following the retirements of World Cup duo Karen Smith and Donna-Lee Patrick (through injury), as well as the absence of Wendy Beattie from the game. • Preparing the group for the rigours of an Olympics played in the Beijing environment. • Testing ourselves against our major opposition in such a way that they were not able to set up on us.
While these were priorities, we also had to ensure that enough work was being done with the group that will come into the national squad following retirements post Beijing.
High Performance Program In the final half of 2007, the program saw players located within their home NationalTraining Centre Program or at the HA High Performance Centre in Perth.
This centralised/decentralised mix is achieved with great support from the Australian Sports Commission through its high performance arm, the Australian Institute of Sport and the various State Institutes and Academies.
All players completed a ‘preseason type’ conditioning program across the November – January period. This program was, in large part, completed in each player’s home environment under the guidance of central staff and the direct supervision of local staff.
The AIS, through its sports science allocation, increased its level of support over this period to provide a higher level of service coordination. This increase, coupled with the experience gained from the test event was a significant factor in ensuring the conditioning of the National Senior Squad. This also allowed the athletes to sufficiently complete the intense final six months of their preparation for Beijing.
Squad Structure The Women’s program continued to utilise a base squad structure that consisted of three mutually exclusive squads; National Senior, Development and Junior Squads. Development Squad and Junior Squad athletes were catered for through a program of short-term scholarships at the AIS, a development and preparation program delivered within their home NTC location and several international competition opportunities including an AIS/Australia ‘A’ tour of South Africa, Ireland and England, a Junior tour of South Africa and two matches against the touring Great Britain team in January.
Over 2007/08, a total of 46 short-term scholarships covering 29 athletes were awarded to enable nationally identified athletes to relocate to Perth and train under the supervision of the National Coaching Staff for periods ranging from one to four weeks at a time. These scholarships were jointly funded by the AIS and the various State Institutes and Academies. These scholarships are a necessity but are not considered a sufficient value-add activity to ensure increased standards and expectations within our emerging and junior athletes.
Staffing 10 coaches were employed full-time within the Women’s program – eight NTC coaches (three jointly with the Men’s program) and two National Coaches. In addition a full-time scholarship coach was located within the Perth Program.
Three additional consultant coaches, Trish Heberle and Clover Maitland in Perth and Des King in Brisbane, assisted us in providing each athlete with a quality daily training environment.
Support staff in the areas of physiology, strength and conditioning and ACE were sourced through the various State Institutes and Academies, with the central staff provided through our cooperative agreement with the WA Institute of Sport. As indicated, the increase in physiology resource in 2007/08 had a marked impact on the overall program. Psychology services were supplied independently through Neil McLean from the University of WA.
International Competition In 2007/08 the Senior Team played 30 matches for 22 wins, 4 draws and 4 losses.
Over the same period, the AIS/ Australia ‘A’ Team played 12 matches against senior international teams: South Africa (3 wins and 1 loss), Ireland (4 wins) and Great Britain (5 wins: 3 in England and 2 in Perth).
The Junior Team toured South Africa playing a four-test series for four wins.
The Beijing Test event was the most significant result with Australia defeating Argentina, China and South Africa before winning the event on penalties after the final against China finished in a 2-2 draw. This and three matches prior (two matches against China and one match versus South Africa) were vital in educating our athletes on the levels of conditioning required if we were to be competitive in August 2008 at Beijing.
The Olympic Qualifying Event took on a different complexion after FIH introduced a quota system for Olympic qualification that saw Oceania qualify for two spots. To lose the final 1-0 in Buderim after defeating New Zealand in the round game indicated just how close the competition in women’s world hockey has become. This result was disappointing (and costly) given the iniquitous differential between the world ranking points allocated to positions in the Oceania Qualifier compared with the European Qualifier. Even though the world ranking points system has now been improved, the result in Buderim highlights the need to seriously consider the benefits of allowing players from other nations to utilise the AHL as part of their development and preparation program. Any short-term gain attained by an AHL team needs to be weighed against longer- term implications to the National program and its consequent funding.
The timing of the Champions’ Trophies in women’s hockey over the Olympiad has been disastrous with three Champions’ Trophies played in fourteen months between December 2005 and January 2007 and the 2008 Champions Trophy tournament played in June just two months
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out from the Olympics. As a consequence, only two teams; Germany (because the tournament was in Monchengladbach) and Argentina approached the 2008 Champions Trophy with a real desire to win the tournament. Indeed the Netherlands left eleven of their players at home; similar to what we did in 2007 (only for a different reason). Given the need for us to still have to ‘trick up’ games to win, we took an approach where we would not expose any more of our game than was already widely known by oppositions. Under these circumstances, the results although disappointing, were understandable. We had three narrow one-goal losses which did nothing to diminish our belief that we were capable of beating every other team in Beijing, albeit that we would need our share of the breaks against the Dutch.
Player Support Our Program is put together with tremendous support from the ASC, the AIS and Hockey Australia direct.
Twenty players had full-time scholarships to the AIS in 2007 with all 24 National Squad players relocating to Perth in February 2008. Wendy Beattie was added to the National squad after returning to hockey for the 2008 AHL.
To enable these athletes to commit full-time to the program required considerable funding. This was provided through four sources: • A training grant from the Australian Government • A weekly living allowance through the AIS • Medal Incentive Funding from the Australian Olympic Council • Direct Athlete Support from Hockey Australia
The amount of support provided both directly to our athletes and through less conspicuous efforts by people behind the scenes continues to give us the best possible chance of achieving success at world level events such as the Olympics. This is despite the increasing support given to female sport, and in particular women’s hockey, in other countries such as China, Korea, Japan and Great Britain.
It is crucial that we are aware of this level of support and acknowledge it – it should not be taken for granted. The support is not just financial. AIS staff, in particular Peter Fricker, Michael McGovern and Dennis Hatcher provide invaluable support as do the staff in the HA Melbourne office ably led by Linden Adamson. These people, although they do not travel to the Olympics, should not be left in any doubt as to how much their efforts are appreciated by each and every member of the High Performance Program both athletes and staff.
Frank Murray Head Coach Australian Women’s Team
Image: Frank Murray
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Game Development Department Report
Hockey Australia’s Game Development department has continued to attempt to bring the national and state objectives closer together in the past year. Progress has been made in some areas with regard to this, however in others there remains some distance between the differing goals of the nine organisations.
National Game Development Conference The highlight of the year was the second ‘National Game Development Conference’, held in Buderim Queensland in conjunction with the Olympic Qualifying tournament. The theme was “Game Development – are we keeping up with the game?”, and was a workshop format for the two day conference. A number of innovative presentations and discussions were held, and all outcomes were posted on the Hockey Australia website. Representatives from national, state and regional levels of Game Development were in attendance, and this year’s conference built upon the success of the inaugural 2005 event.
National Hockey Census and Club Survey In 2007 the use of an online survey system not only made it easier for associations, clubs and schools to complete, it also helped to reduce the costs associated with conducting the Census. Once the Census was completed online the information was then sent and stored on a central database, eliminating the need to re-enter all the information received via email, fax and post as in previous years. There were other difficulties encountered in completing this year’s census primarily related to staff handover. It should be noted that 2007 saw the highest return rate for the census to date, although there were still some State Association’s that did not contribute as Hockey Australia required.
Several ‘formulas’ were revised when analysing the 2007 returns, owing to knowledge gained from previous attempts. This meant that some figures differ quite considerably to 2006 findings, however previous Census results were then re-calculated using the improved formula’s to enable relevant comparisons.
The 2007 census reveals that there are 229,984 hockey players in Australia. This was a decrease of 11,444 (4.7%) from 2006. In 2007 there were: • 91,626 players in club winter competitions • 126,402 school hockey players • 11,956 modified hockey players
Similar to 2006, there are again more female players than male; with 120,203 or 52.26% female players nationally and 109,781 or 47.73% male players nationally.
59.78% of teams were in regional/country areas and 40.22% teams were in metropolitan areas.
Hockey Australia would like to thank the clubs and associations who participated in the census.
Junior Hockey Policy (JHP) HA recently made the full policy document available to the hockey public after adoption by state and territory associations in March 2007. JHP brochures for parents and providers were also made available during the 2008 winter season.
Hockey is one of the first sports to put in place a review process to monitor the impact of the JHP. The online survey was designed in conjunction with the Australian Catholic University and was emailed to associations and clubs as part of the 2007 National Hockey Census.
The aim of the Junior Hockey Survey was to analyse current practices of associations and clubs across Australia to assess the current environment in junior hockey as a benchmark prior to the full implementation of the JHP.
Results from the Junior Hockey Survey have been broken down by state/ territory and structured in line with the six guidelines of the JHP. HA is to liaise with each state/ territory on recommended key issues/ areas for improvement identified from the findings and to develop strategies to address these issues.
Despite repeated requests, only one State Association has responded to discuss recommended key issues/ areas for improvement identified from the findings and to develop strategies to address these issues. Given this policy has been adopted by HA and a majority of State Associations, it is in danger of not resulting in any changes or improvements to the junior hockey environment and instead be a written document only.
Rookey and Hook in2 Hockey underwent a thorough review in the first half of the year which led to changes being made to the content, branding and structure of both programs and what was known as the Player Participation Pathway (PPP).
As such Hook in2 Hockey is now Hockey Australia’s national recruitment program across both the school and club/association environments. Rookey is now the modified game that is played within a Hook in2 Hockey program.This consolidation of brands is inline with the stated organisational aim to have fewer ‘brands’ in the junior participation market. Hook in2 Hockey is now able to, and in many areas of Perth and regional Queensland has replaced other junior programs such as Minkey. Image: Kiel Brown at the Superclinic in Darwin
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Hook in2 Hockey continues to be targeted at primary school aged children approximately 5-12 years old. However the program is now progressively tiered into three distinct stages with specific target age groups for each stage, making it more flexible for deliverers and user- friendly for consumers. The three stages are:
School = 5-8 years old using modified (previously Rookey) equipment Community Stage 1 = 5-8 years old using traditional hockey equipment Community Stage 2 = 9-12 years old using traditional hockey equipment
The modified hockey equipment previously known as Rookey equipment is now also referred to as Hook in2 Hockey equipment and branded accordingly. Kookaburra Sport is now the Official Equipment Provider of the Hook in2 Hockey Participant Packs (equipment or apparel) for community program participants. In addition Kookaburra Sport will provide the ‘paddle’ sticks that will be used predominately for school Hook in2 Hockey programs.
The marketing of Hook in2 Hockey to clubs and associations has been a major focus with Hockey Australia undertaking a direct selling initiative in the early part of 2008 to inform volunteer personnel about the program. In addition the National Marketing Campaign was linked to Hook in2 Hockey through the use of the program’s face, Jamie Dwyer. In conjunction with the Darwin 4 Nations tournament and with assistance from the NT Hockey Association the first Hook in2 Hockey Super Clinic was held with over 100 participants receiving coaching from the majority of the Kookaburras squad.
Former Hockeyroo and triple Olympic gold medallist, Rechelle Hawkes has also been appointed as Hook in2 Hockey Ambassador and replaces national squad members Angie Lambert (nee Skirving) and Liam de Young. Hockey Australia would like to thank both Angie and Liam for their whole hearted contribution to the promotion of the program and the sport in general during their time as Ambassadors for the Hook in2 Hockey program.
Hook in2 Hockey Service Agreements have been put in place with all but one, Hockey Victoria, of the state/territory associations. At the completion of the financial year three states – Tasmania, Queensland and Western Australia – had achieved the minimum performance in terms of participants required for the state/territory association to receive an allocation of program revenue. Performance in all other states has been below expectations and questions the allocation of resources to the program being provided by the respective states. Total participant number for the financial year were 4,406 with over 75% of these participants coming from Queensland and esternW Australia.
Hockey Australia is committed to ensuring the ongoing success and viability of Hook in2 Hockey, however in order to effect any truly generational change to the current Minkey/ Hook in2 Hockey scenario, HA and the state/territory associations need to work together in a unified approach.
HockeyNet The introduction of a partnership between HA and SportingPulse some five years ago, to provide a national platform for both membership management and competition management, saw the hockey community embrace the ‘HockeyNet’ websites at a greater rate than of any sport in the country, despite a very loud objection in many quarters with regard to privacy concerns and having to have internet access to view fixtures. HA and State Associations together worked to overcome these views, and in a short period of time this lead to SportingPulse’s web domain being the number two sporting website in Australia behind afl.com.au, primarily driven by how strongly hockey embraced this technology. Victoria was one of the leading State’s in achieving this outcome.
The initial agreement between HA and SportingPulse was costing HA, State and Regional Association’s significant amounts in licensing fees and bandwidth, which did result in some reluctance to utilise the options available, and was not providing full benefit to the sport. The agreement effectively meant that the more hockey used the websites, the greater the costs for the sport. Since the expiration of that first agreement, HA has worked extremely hard in ensuring the sport was recognised for its contribution to SportingPulse’s success, and how this would equate to any potential new agreement between the two organisations.
The current agreement provides hockey with opportunities never experienced before. Full access to the SportingPulse product suite which includes membership and competition management software, websites for States, regional associations and clubs (for example mentonehockey. org.au), facility management software, communication tools etc – all at no cost to any members of the hockey community, with a retail value of around $500,000 p.a.
Hockey’s revenue is not directly dependent upon how many members subscribe – hockey earns this revenue via website page impressions. There is no doubt however that hockey’s (continued) attractiveness to major sponsors is the ability to be associated with game reminders, site update notices etc – not the ‘selling’ or distribution of member details to other organisations – this is not something that myHockey permits.
The benefits to be gained by the introduction of myHockey for those members and supporters of our sport, in the current sponsorship environment, represents our sport’s best opportunity to gain significant sponsorship revenue in both the short term and the future. It also provides our sport with opportunities such as broadcasting hockey footage on our websites, and submitting match results via sms and other exciting initiatives.
Indigenous Program The past twelve months has seen the continuation of the Australian Sports Commission (ASC) funded Indigenous Sports Program (ISP), with four of the eight states and territories – QLD, NT, SA & WA – participating. This reporting period has again seen the ASC’s ISP Key Outputs and Activities being achieved in the following areas:
Active Participation – increasing the number of Indigenous Australians participating in hockey activities. Infrastructure and Skill Development – increasing the number of accredited coaches and officials. Access to Facilities, Equipment and Competition Structures – increase the awareness of cultural diversity of Indigenous Australians among non- Indigenous sports administrators. Development and Support – Assisting Indigenous clubs and sporting organisations to coordinate their services and programs.
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Game Development Department Report Cont.
Female Apprentice Coach Program Following the successful commencement of the inaugural Female Coach Apprenticeship Program, it was decided to continue with the program initiative with the support of the Australian Sports Commission. The 2008-09 program is now driven primarily by Hockey Australia’s Coaching Manager. It is designed to provide opportunities for female coaches to progress from their current coaching environment to the elite level.
Six participants for the 2008-09 program were announced in January 2008, as follows:
• Tate Napier (WA) • Chantrelle Carey (NT) • Cathy Taylor-Alt (QLD) • Lynne Fitzpatrick (ACT) • Tracey Cameron (TAS) • Kimberly Hughes (SA)
The 2008-09 FCAP was launched with a Professional Development Workshop facilitated by Trish Heberle (former Great Britain Women’s Coach and TIS NTC coach). It was held in conjunction with the Queensland leg of the Hockeyroos vs Great Britain Home Series. The purpose of the workshop was to facilitate discussions based on observations from the matches, exploring the technical, tactical and physical requirements of the modern international game. The workshop was very well received by participants, who enjoyed the open forum style of learning, Trish Heberle’s insights into being a female coach at the elite level and the opportunity to meet and discuss the Toowoomba match with Frank Murray pre and post-match.
Since the launch of the new HockeyEd Community and Beginner online training programs in April 2007, 2706 umpires/ coaches have either registered for a new accreditation, renewal or recognition of current competency. • 1114 coaches have registered and 325 of those have completed their accreditation (new, renewal or RCC). • 1592 umpires have registered and 453 of those have completed their accreditation (new, renewal or RCC). Hockey Australia has also transitioned approximately 300 state umpiring badges from WA, QLD and SA across to the new HockeyEd structure.
The Development Level Coach and Umpire programs were trialled in Melbourne during the 2008 U18 Women’s Championships and in Hobart during the U21 Women’s Championships, respectively. Program content and resources for facilitators/ coordinators and participants will be made available electronically through a secure page on the HA website.
Assessor Training specific to the HockeyEd program has been conducted in six out of the eight states with WA and NSW yet to participate.
HockeyEd Memberships were launched on the 15th of January, 2008 and are available for purchase online. The membership adds value to being accredited by providing a number of exciting benefits and resources specific to the level of accreditation. Individuals obtaining a new accreditation, upgrading or renewing their accreditation receive a HockeyEd Membership as part of their accreditation.
Hockey Australia continues to educate and promote HockeyEd to the hockey community through direct communication with accredited coaches/ umpires and via a significant national and state website presence (including online registration). Promotional resources including; posters, an electronic flyer and advert have been produced for clubs and associations to utilise.
Officiating Commission The Officiating Commission held one face to face meeting during the year. Major outcomes of this meeting were: • Recommendation of future Game Development involvement with Veterans Championships appointments • Hockey Australia will undertake research into grassroots umpiring issues • Hockey Australia Codes of Conduct were updated and amended to reflect current FIH requirements
During the year, nominations were sought for appointment to the Officiating Commission, however Jan Hadfield, Gary Marsh and Don Prior were re-appointed by the HA Board for a further two years.
Official of the Year Hockey Australia’s Official of the Year can be awarded to an umpire, umpire coach/ manager or technical official, and nominations for this award are based upon the following criteria:
• Currently actively officiating within Australia • Also officiating at national and/or international level • Level of achievement during the twelve month period • Contribution to development of officiating in Australia – at club, regional, state or national level. 2007 is the fifth year of Hockey Australia’s Official of the Year being awarded.
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Women’s Official of the Year The final women’s nominees for 2007 were: Julie Ashton- Lucy (QLD), Jan Hadfield (QLD), Lisa Roach (NSW), Minka Woolley (TAS)
The winner of the Women’s Official of the Year for 2007 was Lisa Roach of New South Wales. Lisa Roach has achieved the following: . Currently the top women’s umpire in NSW . Appointed to 2007 Women’s Champions Trophy final . Appointed to 2007 FIH Indoor World Cup, where she was reserve umpire for the final . AHL finals umpire
Men’s Official of the Year The final men’s nominees for 2007 were: David Gentles (NSW), David Saunders (TAS), Gary Marsh (QLD)
The winner of the Men’s Official of the Year for 2007 was David Saunders of Tasmania. David Saunders has achieved the following:
. National Indoor Umpiring panel . Appointed to 2007 Indoor World Cup panel . Instrumental in assisting to educate indoor players and coaches with a view to increase participation . Actively involved in local level umpiring and umpire mentoring . Member of HT Officiating Committee
International Appointments 2007/08 Tournament Director Umpire Ken Read, 4 Nations Men’s Invitational Olympic Test Event Murray Grime, 15th Men Pan American Games Ken Read, Men’s Olympic Qualifier Julie Ashton-Lucy, 15th Women’s Pan American Games David Gentles, 4 Nations Men’s Invitational Olympic Test Event Assistant Tournament Director Judy Barnesby, 4 Nations Women’s Invitational Olympic Test Event Rosie Stern, 4 Nations Women’s Invitational Olympic Test Event Lisa Roach, 6th Asia Cup Adam Kearns, 5th Men’s Oceania Cup Tournament Official Julie Ashton-Lucy, 5th Women’s Oceania Cup Dallas Riseley, Men’s Olympic Qualifier Adam Kearns, 6 Nations Singapore International Hockey Challenge Corrina Kozak, 4 Nations Tournament Aleeta Micallef, 4 Nations Singapore International Hockey Challenge David Shean, 4 Nations Tournament David Saunders, Asia Indoor Games Peter Stoner, 4 Nations Tournament David Gentles, 29th Men’s Champions Trophy Graham Napier, 4 Nations Tournament Dan Johnston, 8 Nations U21 Invitational Tournament Mark Tate, 4 Nations Tournament Kieran Deland, 5 Nations Men’s Invitational Tournament Ralph Wood, 4 Nations Tournament Murray Grime, Men’s Olympic Qualifier Tim Pullman, Men’s Olympic Qualifier Assistant Technical Delegate Julie Ashton-Lucy, Women’s Olympic Qualifier Cyril Dakiniewicz, 2nd Indoor Asian Indoor Games Minka Woolley, Women’s Olympic Qualifier Lisa Roach, Women’s Olympic Qualifier Umpire Manager Judy Barnesby, 16th Women’s Champions Trophy Don Prior, Men’s Olympic Qualifier David Gentles , 30th Men’s Champions Trophy Jan Hadfield, Women’s Olympic Qualifier Don Prior, 30th Men’s Champions Trophy Promising Umpires List (international umpires for upgrading to grade 1) Melissa Trivic Judge Dallas Riseley, 4 Nations Men’s Invitational Olympic Test Event International Umpires Gary Marsh, Men’s Olympic Qualifier Kieren Deland Cyril Dakiniewicz, Men’s Olympic Qualifier Daniel Johnston Corrina Kozak, 4 Nations Tournament Annette Asplin David Shean, 4 Nations Tournament Lynn Cowie-McAlister Peter Stoner, 4 Nations Tournament Aleeta Micallef Graham Napier, 4 Nations Tournament Angela Street Mark Tate, 4 Nations Tournament Ralph Wood, 4 Nations Tournament Retired Outdoor World Panel Judith Barnesby International (FIH) Panel Representation Indoor Outdoor Grade 1 World Panel David Saunders David Gentles Lisa Roach Murray Grime Tim Pullman International Umpires Julie Aston-Lucy Mark Sandhu Minka Woolley Lisa Roach
Grade 1 Stewart Dearing Paul Ludwig Brendan Denning Adam Kearns Manager - Game Development
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Commercial Department Report
The Commercial Department has once again had a busy 12 months, striving towards the achievement of its two key strategic objectives of lifting the profile of hockey and growing new sources of revenue.
National Marketing Workshop The second annual National Marketing Workshop was held and it was pleasing to further develop the ideas born at the inaugural meeting, and discuss some of the challenges State and Territory Associations face in marketing the sport in their local areas. The group listened to a series of presentations on branding and developed the concept of a national marketing campaign.
National Marketing Campaign Hockey Australia was excited to launch its first national marketing campaign during the year, aimed at raising awareness of the sport and inspiring young Australians to try their hand at hockey. Working with local marketing agency, Lemonade, we created a viral campaign which featured a short video clip of Jamie Dwyer performing a number of impressive stick tricks, including his signature move, dubbed “The Dwyer”. Using Hockey Net subscribers to spread a web link to view the clip at a specially developed mini-website and supporting posters and promotional materials sent to Hockey Clubs and Associations around Australia as well as other online resources, we recorded thousands of views of the clip and enjoyed some terrific media coverage. An associated competition encouraged online viewers to enter their details and describe The Dwyer to win the opportunity to sit with Jamie Dwyer at the Inaugural Hall of Fame and Athlete Farewell Dinner. The judging panel were delighted to announce Shenagh Macrae’s entry the most creative. It is hoped that this will be the first of many national marketing campaigns focused on increasing the sport’s presence in the community and driving increased participation and commercial interest. The significant online presence of the hockey community and broader sporting public in Australia provides a fantastic medium to which such targeted and measurable campaigns can be directed.
Marketing Advisory Group Hockey Australia commercial staff continued to work with a voluntary group of highly experienced marketing and media experts who have provided advice and guidance on many commercial matters throughout the year. It was terrific to bring the group together in Melbourne in November and focus discussions on where the department’s strategic direction should lie and what initiatives could be undertaken to further commercialise the sport.
We’d like to take the opportunity to thank MAG Chair, Stuart Carruthers and MAG Members Claire Mitchell-Taverner, David Christison, Sally Carbon, Jason Greenhalgh, Jim Wilson and Narelle Finch for their support and guidance over the year and we look forward to working with them further in the future.
Event Promotion The first event on the Calendar for the period was a test series between the Hockeyroos and Japan, held in Melbourne,Adelaide and Port Lincoln in South Australia. One of the highlights of this series was involving Hockey Australia sponsor Skins in a half-time entertainment challenge. Another highlight was hosting a group of Camp Quality kids and their families in Melbourne where they spent some time preparing banners, painting faces, and rehearsing chants to throw their support behind the athletes.
The Oceania Cup was held in September 2007, which formed the Olympic Qualification tournament for the region. HockeyAustralia worked in conjunction with Hockey Queensland and local hosts, Sunshine Coast Hockey Association to produce promotional materials and develop PR activities to ensure healthy crowds and media attention.
A three-test series against New Zealand was held in Sydney prior to the Kookaburras departure for the 2007 Champions Trophy, with one of the highlights being the opportunity to host members of the Accor team looking after HA’s partnership with the hotel chain.
Early in 2008, the Hockeyroos took on Great Britain in a series which moved from Perth to Brisbane, Toowoomba and the Gold Coast. It was for this series that we welcomed designers, Spike Creative, to assist with developing a consistent look to all promotional material for hockey events. As such all posters, flyers, web advertising and event programs have carried a similar look for both Hockeyroos and Kookaburras internationals since this event. A series of pull-up banners featuring key athletes from both teams have also been created with the same design elements. These have already been utilised at media conferences, events and promotional activities.
Two 4 Nations tournaments were the final events on the calendar, with the Kookaburras taking on China, Korea and India in Perth and then Darwin. One of the highlights of these tournaments was the development of a targeted promotional e-mail to distribute to WA and NT HockeyNet members to encourage their attendance, which proved to be very successful. So too did our first Hook in2 Hockey SuperClinic, which was marketed through local newspapers and online and attracted a fabulous response.
New Sponsorship It was pleasing to sign on a further two new sponsors during the 2007-08 period. We welcomed a new Hydration Partner to the Hockeyroos and Kookaburras in Powerade, and new Hockeyroos Apparel Sponsor, Kukri Australia.
The Kukri arrangement has seen our Hockeyroos dressed on and off the field in a great new kit of gear designed and made by the team at Kukri. The three-year arrangement comprises significant contra and cash components. Hockey Australia has also worked with Kukri over the year to develop a small merchandise range featuring both Hockeyroos and Hockey Australia branded official apparel which has been on sale at matches around the country and via an online shop accessible through the Hockey Australia website.
The Powerade deal saw the sports drink focus its 2008 marketing campaign around the Kookaburras, resulting in three significant sponsorship activation projects. We were delighted to sign up the iconic brand for both cash and contra and have the opportunity to get involved in these notable leverage activities. The first of these was to utilise the footage of Jamie Dwyer hitting the winning ‘golden goal’ at the Athens Olympics to create a television commercial in which Dwyer becomes the Powerade anatomical man. The commercial has enjoyed significant air time on
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both free-to-air and pay television networks, often in prime time.
Powerade also worked with Hockey Australia to go behind the scenes of the Kookaburra’s Olympic preparation and film a documentary showing the work that goes into an Olympic campaign. The athletes and support staff were extremely generous in allowing a film crew to follow them around training sessions, fitness testing, meetings and into their homes to capture what it takes to become an elite hockey athlete. The resulting piece, titled PEAK, was then edited into a 25 minute documentary and scheduled to go to air on Channel 7 a week prior to the Beijing Olympic Games. A series of 2 minute vignettes were also cut from the footage and scheduled for airing on both Channel 7 and via a dedicated PEAK site at yahoo7.com.au. We anticipate the final version of PEAK as well as the vignettes will enjoy significant exposure and contribute largely to raising the profile of the sport as well as the Kookaburras brand.
Finally, considerable work went into providing appropriate imagery of a select group of Kookaburras to support a point of sale promotion for Powerade, titled ‘Look for Gold’. Action photographs of Jamie Dwyer, Mark Knowles, Liam De Young and Nathan Eglington were used to create a key visual which was later manipulated to develop posters, stickers, cardboard cutouts and other promotional display materials ready for a five-week campaign over the Olympic period.
Our thanks to the teams at Powerade and Kukri for joining hockey, we are looking Image: Jamie Dwyer and David Guest during PEAK filiming. forward to many more exciting years of our respective partnerships to come.
Existing Partnerships It has also been another great year for our existing partnerships in the Australian Sports Commission, Australian Olympic Committee, Australian Commonwealth Games Association and Kookaburra Sport, Accor Hotels, Skins and ASICS. The ASC, AOC and ACGA have once again provided invaluable funding and support of hockey. Some further highlights of our partnerships for the year include ASICS supplying contracted athletes with their great new hockey specific shoe, the green and gold Gel-Hockey Platinum; athletes and support staff enjoying the hospitality of Novotel staff in Perth, Darwin, Sydney and other venues and Kookaburra Sport continuing to supply the brightly coloured Hook in2 Hockey sticks and equipment for our junior participation program. Skins has once again provided a terrific range of Compression Garments to both the Hockeyroos and Kookaburras, and utilised our athletes to trial new products for feedback and improvement.
We would like to extend our thanks to all of these partners, each of which offers continuing and generous support of the sport and our teams and programs.
Creation of Marketing Manager Position As a part of the successful bid to retain the High Performance Program in Western Australia, a Perth-based Marketing Manager was employed in February 2008. This position is funded by the WA Department of Sport and Recreation for the next four years.
Since the appointment the role has been primarily focused on the inaugural Hall of Fame function held in Perth in July 2008. Inductee communication and logistics, promotion, sourcing of sponsors and corporate support for the event and the event production was organised from Perth. The Perth Mint, Coca Cola, Juniper Estate Wines and Bootleg Brewery were secured as sponsors for the event.
In addition to the Hall of Fame planning, meetings were held with key stakeholders including HockeyWA, Department of Sport and Recreation, the National Coaches and Curtin University. Identification of Hockey Australia properties suitable to corporate partnerships and profiling of potential partners was also conducted. The Four Nations men’s tournament in Perth was also utilised to present the national teams to potential sponsors. The Marketing Manager was also heavily involved in the development of the Commercial Department’s Operations plan.
The aim for the role in 2008/9 will be to continue to raise the profile of the High Performance Program and to seek corporate partnerships in the West Australian market.
Georgie Herbert Business Development Coordinator
James Young Marketing Manager
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Commercial Department Report Cont.
Media As per previous Olympic cycles, Hockey Australia’s communications and media activities were kept extremely busy throughout the reporting period.
While the Kookaburras victory at the 2008 Men’s Champions Trophy was obviously a highlight for the Australian hockey community, all eyes remained very much on the build up to the 2008 Beijing Olympics, with the Games used as a leverage point to promote other activities on the hockey calendar throughout the reporting period. As a result, the numerous home series international tournaments were well received by both national and local media. Greater media coverage was generated in host states, due in part to the awareness created by HA through local news outlets and their attendance at the matches. The high number of international matches throughout the reporting period combined with the upcoming Beijing Olympics provided Hockey Australia with ample opportunity to increase contact with the national media. As a result, more emphasis was placed on regular contact with key journalists before, after and during events, rather than simply sending out media releases and hoping for the best. While most international series in Australia saw some sort of media representation in attendance, there were still issues with getting the media to attend all matches of the series if they were played at one venue. This can be associated with various issues including the locations the series were played, timing of matches that did not suit the media and also the battle for media space due to competition from other sporting codes. While the increase in media attention at international matches increased as the Olympics Image: Kookaburras article in “Inside Sport” magazine’s July 2008 editition drew closer, a challenge for Hockey Australia will be to maintain the level of media attendance/ coverage from matches in non Olympic years. While keeping our key media contacts regularly informed will be a good start, a solution for increasing television coverage could be to reintroduce the hiring of freelance cameramen to film the matches and distribute them to the nationalTV stations, however the cost for this activity will need to be considered.
The 2007 (December) and 2008 Men’s Champions Trophy tournaments were the two biggest non Olympic draw cards for hockey to gain media attention throughout the reporting period due to the success of the Kookaburras. While the team finished second at the 2007 Champions Trophy, the fact that Jamie Dwyer and Mark Knowles were awarded as the 2007 Player of the Year and 2007 Young Player of the Year respectively provided an opportunity to gain some media attention away from match results. The victory of the men’s team at the 2008 tournament resulted in some mainstream coverage across all four media mediums (print, radio, television & digital), and in most cases the victory was once again linked back to the Olympic build up.
While the Hockeyroos were less successful in their 2008 Champions Trophy campaign, their disappointing 5th finish still ensured that the team received major mainstream attention, with their questionable lead up to Beijing forming the focus for several daily newspapers.
AHL The reduced two week format of the 2008 AHL competition created a unique situation in achieving media coverage during the tournaments. However, it did not alter the success of gaining media coverage in the lead up to both the men’s and women’s leagues. Both media launches were very well attended and served as a great way to create awareness of the tournaments, while State Associations in conjunction with Hockey Australia should also be commended for their proactive nature in seeking media opportunities for their teams.
Whilst the fact that matches were played almost every day meant that the media outlets had new stories regularly, most outlets were unwilling to run hockey stories on a daily basis. Regardless, results were included in major daily papers during the tournaments. Any stories that were run during the build up to the finals were usually limited to running in the host city’s daily newspaper (Canberra for the men & Perth for the women), while occasionally stories were included in the home states for the teams who were performing well. The finals of both the men’s and women’s AHL tournaments were relatively well attended by the media, however the fact that the finals for the women’s tournament in Perth was held as the same weekend as the AFL local derby between Fremantle and West Coast obviously made things difficult. The fact that the national squads were announced immediately after each Image: Kim Walker at the Women’s AHL grand final meant that the majority of media coverage the following day focused on the national squads and not the winning teams. Perth for the women’s tournament was the exception, with the Sunday Times dedicating three quarters of a page for the winning WA Diamonds team.
Overall, the two week AHL format does not suit media outlets well and the decision to announce the national squads immediately after the grand finals takes away any glory for the winning teams.
Lead up to Beijing Player profiles were distributed to players in early 2008. This was done for two reasons; firstly to update the player profiles on the Hockey Australia website and secondly for the Hockey Australia staff to indentify any potential human interest stories which could be used by the media in the lead up to Beijing. While the tremendous results of this exercise were achieved after this reporting period, the fact that this activity was undertaken much prior to the arrival of the Games meant that the story ideas could constantly be pitched to the media.
With the Olympics taking place in August 2008, Hockey Australia began to receive an increase of media requests and player appearances from January 2008. This resulted in some excellent exposure for the sport and individual players began to increase their profiles through both the media and general public. An example of this came after Kate Hollywood was featured in Alpha magazines March 2008 edition.
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Dressed as a Hollywood star in a similar vein to Marilyn Monroe, the article generated major main- stream attention and helped Hollywood become one of the most recognisable athletes in hockey. This appearance paid further dividends after Hollywood was selected as one of seven athletes to be featured in ‘Beijing Bound’ – a joint venture by News Limited and Mitsubishi Motors in the lead up to the Games. While this opportunity saw Hollywood featured in Mitsubishi’s annual ad campaign across all forms of media, it also guaranteed hockey some much welcomed media coverage with six feature stories on Kate appearing in every News Limited paper in the months prior to the Olympic Games.
Jamie Dwyer’s profile also received a much deserved boost in the early-mid stages of 2008, with Dwyer often used to promote the Kookaburras team with journalists eager to re-live his golden goal winning penalty corner from the 2004 Athens Olympics.
While hockey received many media and appearance requests in the lead up to Beijing, the fact that players from both teams were located in Perth as part of the centralised training program meant that many requests from the east coast were unable to be attended by players.
An increase in feature stories and more PR opportunities will remain a focus for the future, however a lack of resources means Hockey Australia’s ability to source these opportunities is limited.
Image: Front cover of Alpha magazine August Communications 2008 edition An emphasis was placed on reintroducing Hockey Australia’s e-communications throughout 2008. After a new template was created, a version of ‘Hockey Huddle’ was distributed to promote the Perth and Darwin 4 nations tournaments, allowing Hockey Australia to communicate with it’s database of over 30,000 e-mail subscribers for the first time. Hockey Huddle will continue in the future, with the e-newsletter to be a major driving force in promoting the men’s and women’s Champions Trophy tournaments in Australia in 2009. Website As hockey fans may be aware, the Hockey Australia website has experienced several technical problems throughout the reporting period. As a result, Hockey Australia is intending to move the site to a new provider to ensure our needs are met to create a vibrant and user friendly website. Creating a new website is quite a time consuming process and while the urgency of creating a new site cannot be underestimated, a lack of resources means that a final date for completion is unknown.
Spike Creative In order to create a more professional feel for Hockey Australia’s collateral, design company Spike Creative has been utilised on several occasions since the beginning of 2007 to design collateral including posters, tournament programs and e-newsletter templates. While doing this obviously comes at a cost, there can be no doubt it has increased the quality of Hockey Australia’s collateral and demonstrates Hockey Image: Casey Eastham and Kate Hollywood with Sunrise’s Mel and Kochie Australia’s desire to become more professional in it’s marketing objectives.
Shaun Anderson Communications Manager
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Australian Hockey League
With the Beijing Olympics in August, the 2008 Australian Hockey League format reverted back to being a two week Championship, with the men’s competition taking place in Canberra and the women’s competition in Perth.
The Men’s AHL was well attended with 7,500 spectators recorded throughout the two week competition and with Olympic selection on offering the quality of hockey was high. The Women’s AHL attendance was also up on last year, no doubt thanks to a strong home town performance from the SmokeFree WA Diamonds.
The 2008 Men’s competition was once again a tight affair with the make up of the final four coming down to the final round, with only the New South Wales Waratahs and Northpharm NT Stingers unable to make it into the final four. In the end it was a repeat of the 2007 AHL final with the OAMPS Queensland Blades and SmokeFree WA Thundersticks fighting it out for the championship, with the Thundersticks reversing the 2007 result with a 4-2 win over the Blades preventing the Blades from making it three championships in a row.
The women’s competition was the closest in years with the SmokeFree WA Diamonds, OAMPS Queensland Scorchers and New South Wales Arrows all finishing the round matches with 18 points. Remarkably the esternW Australian Diamonds and Queensland Scorchers both finished with the same goals for and against; however as the Diamonds beat the Scorchers 2-1 in their round 5 clash they finished the round matches in the highly desired top spot. Both teams managed to win their respective semi finals, with the SmokeFree AW Diamonds joining their fellow men’s team as the 2008 Champions with a 2-0 win over the Scorchers.
The communication between Hockey Australia and the State Associations continues to be constant and informative; reminders and requests for further information were sent out to the State Associations from time to time; however they were dealt with in a timely manner.
Hockey Australia was fortunate to have an experienced Tournament Director in Pip March to oversee the women’s competition, while Christine Mackinnon in her second year at the AHL level did a wonderful job with the men’s competition. Both are to be commended for their hard work and commitment ensuring the competitions ran fluently for players and officials alike.
Following the 2008 AHL competition a Review Committee was formed to conduct a review of the AHL format. Consultant group PKF Organisa- tion Development has been engaged to conduct an audit of the current competition and will be presenting to the Review Committee a number of concepts/models that will hopefully help promote the AHL and potentially reduce the costs to State Associations, with the ultimate aim to continue to showcase Australia’s elite hockey players.
Men’s Final Standings 1. SmokeFree WA Thundersticks 2. OAMPS Queensland Blades 3. VIctorian Vikings 4. MIA Tassie Tigers 5. NSW Waratahs 6. Southern Hotshots 7. Canberra Lakers 8. Northpharm NT Stingers
2008 AHL Player of the League: Bevan George (WA Thundersticks) 2008 AHL Highest Goal Scorer: Luke Doerner (VIC Vikings) 2008 AHL Player of the Final: Aaron Hopkins (WA Thundersticks)
Women’s Final Standings 1. SmokeFree WA Diamonds 2. OAMPS Queensland Scorchers 3. Canberra Strikers Image: Pam Tye presents the Player of the League trophy to Bevan George. 4. NSW Arrows 5. Southern Suns 6. Wrest Point Tassie Van Demons 7. Victorian Vipers 8. Northern Territory Pearls
2008 AHL Player of the League: Madonna Blyth (QLD Scorchers) 2008 AHL Highest Goal Scorer: Suzie Faulkner (QLD Scorchers) 2008 AHL Player of the Final: Kobie McGurk (WA Diamonds)
Joshua Burt Competition Coordinator
Image: Smokefree WA Diamonds
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International Hockey Federation
Once again, a substantial contribution was made by representatives of Hockey Australia to the operations of the International Hockey Federation (FIH) during the year to 30 June 2008. The challenge of maintaining hockey as an Olympic Sport is at the forefront of the objectives of FIH. With this and other objectives in mind, the innovations and developments within the sport at the international level are gaining momentum.
The representatives and roles throughout the period included the following:
Peter Cohen - Honorary Secretary General Richard Aggiss - Hockey Rules Board Ken Read - Events & Competitions Committee, Disciplinary Commission David Christison - Marketing Committee, Communications & IT Committee Renita Garard - Chair - Athletes Panel, Events & Competitions Committee Don Davies - Chair - Disciplinary Commission
As always, the commitment of the abovementioned representatives to their respective roles within the FIH is acknowledged by Hockey Australia.
In addition to these representatives, a number of Australians were appointed to official roles for the 2008 Olympic Games. The contributions of those people appointed to such roles is also greatly appreciated.
Renita Garard
Indoor Report
The 2007 Open and Under 21 Indoor Championships was very successful in Melbourne. Congratulations go to ACT for winning the Men’s senior title and to Western Australia for taking out the Women’s senior title. Congratulations also to NSW and Victoria for winning the Under 21’s Men’s and Women’s championships respectively.
The commission has recently accepted invitations for Australia’s Men’s and Women’s national teams to participate in the World Games to be played in China in 2009.
The Under 18 Indoor Championships were held in Unanderra NSW and won by Victoria (men) and New South Wales (women).
The commission is committed to further increasing the recognition and acceptance of Indoor Hockey and is seeking greater support through the Hockey Australia Strategic Plan. Funding is a real problem as there is very little discretionary funding available to support indoor. To this end the commission is pursuing other sources of funding in order to ensure better preparation for the next World Cup.
Whilst participation in some states is growing very rapidly at junior level, in other states there is very little happening and this is reflected by the decrease in participation at the senior championships. It is hoped that this is rectified in 2008.
Dave Gilbert Chair - Indoor Commission
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Veterans Report
Both nationally and internationally it has been a very active year for the Women’s and Men’s veterans.
Long time serving member of the commission Warren Flower retired from both the Australian Veterans (Men) Hockey Committee and the Veterans Commission. Warren has been a tireless worker for the veterans movement and his administration effort has been appreciated, thank you Warren.
Joining David Peebles, Carol Sheridan, Sue Briggs and myself on the Commission is Martin Ferrari.
The Commission has recently agreed to align both Women and Men with the current International standard age eligibility date of 31st December of the current year. This will ensure that our teams will not be at a disadvantage during International tournaments.
After a long hard struggle we are hopeful the Women and Men will have a combined webpage on the soon to be launched new Hockey Australia website. This will provide a focus for all veterans activities and should prove to be a valuable information source for veterans hockey.
The 2007 Men’s Veterans Championship held on the Gold Coast in October 2007 attracted a record number of teams with 72 teams participating including a demonstration game by players over 70 years old. The number of players that turned up for this game was staggeringly large. As a result of the success of this an over 70’s division is to be formed. Australian teams to compete in the Trans Tasman series and the World Grand Masters World Cup in Hong Kong were selected. The Trans Tasman tournament is for over 40, 45, 50 and 55 year olds while the WGMA is for over 60, 65 and 70 years olds.
The 2007 Women’s Veterans Championship was also held in September/October in Sydney. This tournament was also a success with Tasmania (over 35s), New South Wales (over 40s & over 50s), Queensland (over 45s) and Western Australia (over 55s) winning the divisions.
Trans Tasman Challenge The 2008 Trans Tasman Challenge, the biannual event between Australia and New Zealand, was held in Hamilton in May 2008. Australia was victorious in Men’s 40s, 45s, and 55s and a close second (2 tests to 1) in the 50s with the deciding test going to extra time. Agreement was reached in principle for the extension of the Memo of Understanding which commits both countries to this Challenge for a further four years. The series is a cornerstone of the Veterans Hockey calendar for both countries.
International Masters Hockey Association Internationally Australia continues to lead the expansion of International Veterans Hockey via membership of the International Masters Hockey Association, which is presently in the process of seeking affiliation with FIH, which has been agreed in principle. IMHA will then be the sole affiliated body representing Men’s and Women’s Veterans Hockey between the ages of 35 and 59. The next IMHA international tournament will be held in Hong Kong in October 2009. Australia will field Men’s teams in the 40s-55s and Women’s 35s-45s age groups.
This year has been very successful for both the Women’s and Men’s Veterans as both have grown the sport as well as worked together for better outcomes in terms of joint sponsorships and purchasing.
Bob Claxton Chair Veterans Commission
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Country Report
The Country Commission comprising:
Rowley Tompsett Chair Ray Tolhurst New South Wales Michael Nelson Victoria Barbara Jenkins Australian Defence Force Denise Willcock Western Australia Pam Low Queensland
Met in Mackay, Queensland in July 2007. The Commission’s major deliberations concerned:
• Eligibility criteria review • Australian team issues
Australian Country Championships
The Australian Country Championships were hosted by the Mackay Hockey Association in Mackay, Queensland. The Championships were an outstanding success and a credit to the excellent organisation of the local association.
The final team standings were:
Men Women The Players of the Tournament were:
1. Queensland New South Wales Mick Anderson Medal - Cale Cramer (Queensland) 2. Australian Defence Force Queensland June Allen Medal - Ellen Paskins (New South Wales) 3. Western Australia Western Australia 4. New South Wales Australian Defence Force 5. Victoria Victoria 6. South Australia
Australian Country Teams
The following players and officias represented Australia for the 2008 tour to Singapore:
Tour Manager - Michael Nelson (Country Commission) Physiotherapists - Perry Moore (ADF) & Marni Pollock (VIC) Umpires - Madeline Anstis (VIC) & Chris Munday (ACT)
Men Coach Rod Whitelock QLD Assistant Coach Rob Laffin ADF Team Manager Scott Downs ADF Statistician Alan Brown ADF Video Ron Fairhall ADF Captain Adam Williamson WA Vice Captain Aaron Harmsworth QLD Aaron Aldridge NSW Cameron Baker QLD Lachlan Brownhalls QLD Cale Cramer QLD Nigel Giacomi QLD Ben Hawken NSW Adam Humrich ADF Tristan Hunt ADF Nathan McFarlane QLD Andrew Maggs VIC Jeremy Maggs VIC Mark Pocock QLD Mark Ross ADF Joel Shepherd VIC Nick Theologou SA Tim Willis QLD
Women Coach Jeff Aldridge NSW Assistant Coach Neil Shearer QLD Team Manager Gina Smith VIC Statistician Vicki Poyser VIC Video Craig Williams NSW Captain Renae Aldridge NSW Vice Captain Shannon Worth QLD Sophie Boyle NSW Kristy Conroy NSW Debbie Dolan QLD Melinda Greer NSW Kimberley Hill NSW Kate Hearn QLD Tanya Hicks QLD Kea Hogan NSW Jade Hooper QLD Dirrane Kirby WA Kate LeBrocq NSW Kathleen Messer QLD Johanna Morton WA Ellen Paskins QLD Jo Plowright VIC Stephanie Purdie NSW Amanda Saladine NSW Talei Stoll ADF Edwina Tracey VIC Christie Underwood ADF
Organisationally, the tour was a credit to Tour Manager Michael Nelson. This facilitated good on-field performances and developed an excellent relationship with Singapore Hockey management.
The teams played a two-match test series against the Singapore National teams, preceded by a number of lead up games against domestic club teams. In the test series, the men shared the spoils with a 1–2, 2–1 result; while the women were victorious with 4–1 and 5–0 wins; credit- able results against National teams.
Rowley Tompsett Chair HA Country Commission
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Oceania Hockey Federation
Since taking over this role from Ken Read in September 2007 I have been on a very steep learning curve as to the ways of Oceania and FIH. I must up front, thank our President Derek Wilshere, Hockey Australia President Pam Tye and our CDO Gill Gemming for their counsel during this year. Without your personal knowledge of the vagaries of the grant system and international protocols life would have been far more challenging.
Competition The qualifying tournament for the Olympics, the Oceania Cup, was held in Buderim Queensland during September 2007. The men’s division was quite cut throat as there was only one Olympic quota available so the winner qualified direct to the Olympics and the runner up had the hard alternative qualifying route. Australia won in a tight game with New Zealand. In the women’s division it was not quite as desperate as there were two Olympic quotas available so first and second went direct to the Olympics. New Zealand finished the winners withAustralia finishing second.
Our Officials and Umpires have provided exceptional representation at International tournaments ranging from the Olympics, Champions Trophies and Qualifying events. Overall, 45 appointments were made across a range of roles including umpiring, technical officers and judges.
At last year’s AGM the President mentioned the possibility of launching a new tournament, the Pacific Cup. This will in fact happen in Fiji on the 13-20th November 2008 and will provide valuable experience for our players and officials.
CDO and Administrator This has been the first full year the CDO has been able to concentrate completely on the Oceania development role and this has certainly been an important change. Relationship building has been a key objective this year. The close contact with the National Coaching and Development Manager’s in Hockey Australia and Hockey New Zealand, Brendan Denning and Brad Jensen, has been important to get an understanding of the resources, both material and human, available that can be shared with the developing countries.
Development Visits Due to the high cost of travel, development visits are either scheduled within a two-year cycle or linked into an FIH tournament or workshop should they be taking place within the region. Following the 2006/07 visit to Samoa for the South Pacific Games, the 2008 focus for development tours was Papua New Guinea, Tonga and Fiji.
The visit to Papua New Guinea was a highlight. As the length of the stay was nine days, it allowed for a comprehensive range of activities to occur and as a result, a very clear understanding of the current status of hockey was established, as was the Federation’s needs for continued development.
Umpiring Courses The World Hockey Boost created opportunities for a number of regional and continental courses. Although this programme has finished, Oceania has gained funding to support regional activities in Tonga and also to fund an official to the Pacific Cup in Fiji. The result of these courses have meant that Australian and New Zealand umpiring personnel have continued to support ongoing development and the networks have continued to grow with more individuals involved.
Youth Leadership Certificates This initiative provides the opportunity to recognise volunteer youth leaders in hockey, via national or FIH international awards. Utilising a set criteria, all oceania federations are asked to submit nominations, with only Papua New Guinea and New Zealand doing so during 2007-2008. This initative will continue to be a focus for 2009.
Exchange of Equipment The lack of availability and supply of hockey equipment has continued to be an issue for smaller hockey federations. Both Australia and New Zealand have been very proactive in supporting the exchange of resources, equipment and clothing to those affected areas. A number of Associations within New Zealand have provided equipment and clothing which has been re distributed to help youth competitions. Hockey Australia provided coaching booklets which were distributed at workshops, while New Zealand have also provided models of tournaments rules, draws, job descriptions and selection criteria.
Retirement of our President Derek Wilshere In the role of President, Derek has indeed stayed the course. At times, he has single handily kept the federation afloat, fought the battle for improved funding from FIH, ensured we are represented at the FIH Board table and found innovative ways of recruiting new members.
Derek, the hockey community of Oceania owes you a debt of gratitude for all you have done for the region. Thank you, enjoy the extra time you have to pursue your other passions in life.
Bob Claxton Secretary/Treasurer Oceania Hockey Federation
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Hockey ACT
Firstly on behalf of Hockey ACT I would like to congratulate Ray Brown (OAM), a long time board member/ finance director and Life Member of Hockey ACT, who was awarded with the Medal of the Order of Australia (at the 2008 Australia day awards). He was awarded the Medal for service to Hockey, particularly in an administrative role.
I would also on behalf of Hockey ACT like to congratulate board member Judy Flanagan, who was awarded the Public Service medal for “outstanding public service in the development and implementation of the Active After School Communities Program”.
Facilities Facilities which hockey can access to play/train at various levels continues to be an issue because of ongoing water availability and usage issues. Access to grass fields is becoming increasingly difficult, and the demand on those already in use is increasing. Hockey ACT was fortunate to receive generous support from the ACT government to design and build a water re-use system at the National Hockey Centre in Lyneham. It is envisaged the new system once completed, will allow for the capture of rainwater, plus the recycling of water used on a daily basis for normal activities at the facility. It is hoped this system will reduce the amount of potable water by at least fifty percent.
The use of traditional grass fields for all sports is becoming more difficult, as the need to irrigate the grass can no longer be sustained in the current environment. Hockey ACT is looking at the possibility of expanding our facilities at Tuggeranong to rationalise some of the entry level programs currently run on natural grass fields. The expansion would include the installation of an additional artificial surface with full water capture and recycling capabilities.This will be part of a three-year development program for the Tuggeranong facility.
International Competition Hockey ACT was fortunate to benefit from three international teams visiting as part of their Olympic preparation. The French men and Indian women came to Canberra as part of their Olympic qualification training. Olympic hosts China also had their women’s team call Canberra home for three weeks of intensive training as they looked to escape the Chinese winter.
Australian Hockey League Canberra was fortunate to be given the opportunity in 2008 of hosting the Men’s Australian Hockey League, which was a two-week tournament format as part of the Olympic year. Hockey ACT prides itself on being innovators and made the decision to have a “Big Screen” installed for the second week of competition.
Umpire Development Hockey ACT has recognised we currently have a lack of umpires at all levels and previously we have not provided opportunities for junior and senior umpire development.
In 2008 we commenced the JOEY Program, which sets about providing mentoring and development pathways for junior umpires. JOEY provides education programs, and rewards successful umpires along their development pathway. Although the program is in its infancy, it is proving very successful, with a large number of the junior umpires graduating through the initial phase of the program.
The next phase of the umpire development program, is to establish development structures for senior and representative umpires based in the ACT.
Life Member and Volunteer Awards The 2008 hockey season was a unique year, as three Hockey ACT life memberships were awarded and one Hockey Australia life membership was awarded to a long time ACT hockey member.
John MacKinnon, already a life member of Hockey ACT, was awarded life membership with Hockey Australia after more than twenty years as Australian team manager and selector, facility manager of Hockey ACT, and for roles within Australian hockey as a coach, a player and a volunteer.
Jack Grame, John Kjar and David Dawes were all awarded Hockey ACT life membership in recognition of their long term support to hockey in the ACT. The days of volunteers are coming to a close, however Hockey ACT would not have the facilities and membership without the amazing volunteer support of these three men.
Sponsors On behalf of Hockey ACT I would like to thank the sponsors who have supported hockey both at the grass roots level and right through to our senior elite programs. Thank you to the Canberra Labor Club for their ongoing support, the ACT government who supports Hockey ACT at all levels, ACTEW AGL who have become the naming right sponsors for the June Long Weekend Girls Tournament, The Commonwealth Bank who supported Hockey ACT in hosting the AHL, Embassy Motel who also supported the 2008 AHL, and Adrenaline Rush who supports a range of junior hockey programs.
Terry Evans Chief Executive Officer - Hockey ACT
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Hockey NSW
It has been a year of great change and ongoing challenges for Hockey NSW. The Board of Hockey NSW have been working in conjunction with the newly appointed Chief Executive over the past twelve months to undertake a number of strategic reviews. First and foremost was to review the governance of the Board itself and a number of changes were made in line with the Australian Sports Commission guidelines on good corporate governance. This has resulted in the Board being able to clearly define the roles of the Chief Executive and the Board members. It has also seen the Board proactively review the performance of both the Chief Executive and the Board twice a year. In doing so, the Board have undertaken a continued practice of reviewing the governance model under which the business of Hockey NSW is run.
At the Hockey NSW AGM in November 2007 a number of major constitutional changes were introduced. The changes were designed to see the Board of Hockey NSW grow and develop the sport of hockey across the state in a professional and all encompassing environment. One of these changes will see the Board member numbers increase by two with the addition of two non-elected independent Directors. These roles will target professional people with particular skill sets to enhance the overall professional skills on the Board of Hockey NSW.
A key element in the governance review undertaken by the Board of Hockey NSW was the establishment of five new committees – Finance & Audit, Marketing, High Performance, Game Management and Game Development. In reporting directly to the Board, these committees will provide professional expertise in the various operational areas ensuring the open flow of information between both groups.
Hockey Community of NSW The real strength in the growth of hockey across the state is the tireless band of volunteers that work in both the metropolitan and country areas to deliver hockey at a ‘grass roots’ level. NSW have 61 Associations supporting the many thousands of people of all ages playing hockey.
Recent statistics indicate that 64% of Australian hockey team players grew up in regional Australia. This statistic reflects just how many opportunities young people from regional areas are given to play for their country. These opportunities would not exist if not for the dedication of those in country areas in delivering local hockey programs.
The Board and professional staff at Hockey NSW would like to acknowledge all in the hockey community for their ongoing and tireless support of field and indoor hockey in NSW. Hockey NSW is indebted to the many volunteers who give up their time not only at the ‘grass roots’ level but also in coaching and managing our many state teams. Each and every volunteer in their various roles are crucial to the development of our sport and their efforts continue to add real value to the future of hockey in NSW.
High Performance One area that has been closely reviewed is High Performance and the selection pathways for state teams and links to Hockey Australia national pathways. The High Performance review saw the establishment of a High Performance Committee to oversee the development of clear pathways for elite players. This committee is made up of representatives from Hockey Australia, New South Wales Institute of Sport (NSWIS) and experienced coaches and sports administrators. The aim of this committee is to ensure that all hockey players in NSW are given the chance, if they so desire, to play in a NSW state team.
NSW has a strong and proud history of producing quality state teams and the past twelve months has once again seen a number of successes for NSW teams at Australian Championships. 2007 saw wins from both U15 teams, Country Women, O40 and O50 Women’s Vets and the U18 Women took out the 2008 Australian title. There was also indoor season successes with wins for the U21 Men’s and U18 Women’s teams. Hockey NSW is very proud of these results and is confident that the High Performance Committee will be instrumental in ensuring continued success for our state teams at Australian Championships.
Hockey NSW would like to acknowledge the strong partnership that has been developed with New South Wales Institute of Sport (NSWIS). Over the past twelve months the establishment of links particularly in the areas of coach and player selection, have been found to add real value to the strength and depth of hockey in NSW. Hockey NSW would like to acknowledge the support of key NSWIS personnel namely Clare Prideaux, Leonie Short and coaches Larry Macintosh, John Bessell and Judy Laing for the vital role they play in supporting the growth of hockey across NSW.
Hockey NSW Australian Players Hockey NSW continues to have a strong presence in Australian teams, particularly in the Women’s national teams. These young Australian representatives not only make a huge commitment to play for their country but are often back in NSW when possible to run coaching clinics and attend local Association presentation days. It is this dedication and willingness to give back to their local communities that Hockey NSW is so grateful and proud of.
Hockey NSW would like to acknowledge those players who have played in Australian teams over the past twelve months; Casey Eastham; Toni Cronk; Kate Hollywood; Fiona Johnson; Megan Rivers; Rebecca Sanders Brent Livermore; Eli Matheson; Daniel McPherson; Matthew Naylor, Simon Orchard
Finally, I would like to thank Hockey NSW sponsors for their support throughout 2007 and 2008 – NSWIS, NSW Sports and Recreation, Sportscover, Kombat, Adrenaline Rush, Hemingway Sports, Sydney Olympic Park and Coca Cola . Hockey NSW look forward to 2009 for continued growth and development of hockey across the state.
Paul Bruce Chief Executive - Hockey NSW
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Northern Territory Hockey Association
Like the 2006/07 season, 2007/08 saw Northern Territory hockey go through significant staff and Board changes. This on top of an International Series and the preparation for two National Championships later in the year has led to busy times.
A big thank you to Peter Stoner who finished a long association with the NTHA Board this year. Peter stepped down to run the Men’s Veterans Championships which are to be held in Darwin later in the year, and then enjoy some time away from hockey.
Sponsors Thanks again must go to the Northern Territory Government who continues to be our biggest supporter. Without their support for our facilities, management, touring teams and major events, NT Hockey would surely struggle to survive. The NTHA would like to also acknowledge and thank the following sponsors, who continue to support Northern Territory Hockey; Northern Territory Institute of Sport, Northpharm Phamacies, Parap Village Apartments, the Cricket and Football Shop, Cazaly’s and the many others who supported individual players.
Development The NT junior championship was once again held during the June/July school holidays in 2008, this year incorporating the Pacific School Games trials. The Alice Springs Hockey Association continues to support this by sending 25 participants to Darwin for the expanded four day championship. The strength in our regional areas was evidenced by Alice Springs members gaining four spots in our Under 15 NT sides.
NT Hockey together with Hockey Australia hopes to increase and develop the Hook in2 Hockey program. This will be a difficult task due to Northern Territory’s sparse population and local competition format. A great start to the program occurred as part of the 4 Nations tournament. With the drawcard of the Kookaburras and some great organisation from our local people, we saw approximately 200 kids turn up for skills sessions as well as the mandatory autograph signing.
Events NT Hockey’s biggest event for the year was the first 4 Nations tournament to be held in the Territory. Australia was joined by Olympic rivals Korea and China as well as hockey powerhouse India. The week long competition was a great chance for Darwin residents to see top class hockey as well as for our coaches and officials to participate in a tournament of the highest level. A big thank you to Pip March who returned to the NTHA office to help us through a very busy period.
Conclusion Northern Territory Hockey needs to build on what has been a relatively successful year to ward off the threats of other dry season sports that are now following our lead into various national competitions. With new staff, Board members, and enthusiasm to change, 2008/09 should be an exciting time for hockey in the Northern Territory.
Michael Lloyd Executive Officer - Northern Territory Hockey Association
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Hockey Queensland
Events in Queensland Thirteen State Championships each held at a different location throughout Queensland continue to provide players, officials and volunteers an opportunity to showcase their skills and host centres experience in conducting major events.
These events provide umpires, technical officials and coaches an opportunity to advance their skills and knowledge. It is important that individuals understand that they can use these events to update and improve their skills and experience, and hence their accreditation.
The hosting of three tests between the Hockeyroos and Great Britain in early 2008 (Brisbane, Gold Coast and Toowoomba) provided an excellent outcome for all involved.
The continuation of the Hockey Australia participation program Hook in2 Hockey provided positive returns for the clubs and associations, by providing a new group of leaders (coaches) and a vehicle where new players and parents can enjoy the game of hockey.
New initiatives The Hockey Queensland Strategic Plan, 2009 and Beyond, was completed after an independent facilitator coordinated feedback from management staff and representatives from our member associations. The end document has one new pillar: To utilise all forms of technology and best practices to effectively communicate and market the sport to all stakeholders.
The construction by the Brisbane City Council of a $7.5m aquatic centre at the State Hockey Centre consisting of a 50 metre 8 lane swimming pool, 25 metre hydrotherapy pool together with associated infrastructure including gymnasium and professional suites will commence in early 2009.
Redlands Hockey Association, the first new association in Queensland for many years, commenced a ‘business’ with a new constitution and management committee. Redlands is primarily a junior grass association located some 20 kilometres from the State Hockey Centre. They have over 150 registered players in their first year.
Two development teams (male and female), primarily from Queensland, competed in October 2007 at the FIH sanctioned Singapore International Challenge. Both teams won their respective competition. Other teams included Singapore, Malaysia, India, Pakistan and Hong Kong.
Results We are very proud of our results at National Championships; an outcome that is generated by an underpinning program supported by our affiliated associations, Queensland Academy of Sport, Queensland Government and the NTC coaches.
In addition, the working relationship between the coaches, managers and selectors continues to provide a strong and sound impetus for ensuring our results achieve our strategic plans & outcomes.
A new High Performance Strategic Plan and Game Development Plan have been completed for the 2009 to 2013 period. The documents outline goals, key indicators, strategies and processes.
Facilities A master state-wide facility plan has been developed which outlines field development over the next 10 years at all venues in the State. Townsville has had two new water based carpets installed.
Corporate structure Ken McElligott, HQ President for seven and a half years resigned in February 2008. Ken’s unique experience at local Council and State Government level provided a positive governance legacy for HQ to move forward. Dr Karin Walduck, who has been on the Board for 12 years, and Vice President for six, has taken over the Presidents role.
Sponsors Hockey Queensland thanks the following sponsors –
• Queensland Government • Skins • Queensland Academy of Sport • FCM Travel Solutions • Coca Cola Amatil • Qantas/American Express • National Australia Bank • Just Hockey • OAMPS • Kookaburra Sport • CAT Rental Store • Whitehill Business Advisers • Thrifty • Konica Minolta • TEAM Sports • Four n Twenty • KOMBAT • Streets • Wanderers
Gary West-Bail General Manager - Hockey Queensland
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Hockey SA
This 2007/2008 period has been a challenging yet successful year, one where I believe a great deal of change has occurred for the betterment of hockey.
Key Highlights as follows:
Development Massive changes have been made with our programs, aimed at developing coaches, athletes and umpires as, in my view these areas have been sadly neglected over recent years. Establishment of a Coaches Alliance, the programmed delivery of coach/umpire workshops to members, the re-design of the old Pathways Camps (now called Junior Development Camps) and the re-vamping of South Australia’s state teams (which to be blunt have performed terribly at recent National Championships), will contribute to improving South Australia’s on-field performance future years.
State Teams and State Championships The entire coach / manager selection process, team, support personnel and athlete preparation time has been re-modeled and this, together with changes in the development area will contribute to greater on field performance of our teams.
Key to this area has been the re-design of state championships into a zonal model where our better athletes will compete for state squad selection within a much more competitive state championships framework. State team selection will be primarily based on athlete performance at these championships. Eventually this will apply also to coaches, managers and umpires.
High Performance The appointment of Jason Butcher as SASI Head Coach has been a blessing. Jason’s drive, energy and professionalism will reap huge benefits for our aspiring athletes and coaches. Already in place is a highly sophisticated program that is cutting edge.
Strategic Plan A strategic plan (2007-2011) was developed throughout the year and is under-pinned by operational plans across all departments and staffing areas of Hockey SA. This plan is a working document and both staff and organisational performance will be measured against the goals outlined there-in. Each year we will evaluate and reset goals accordingly.
Distinctive Homes Hockey Arena (The Pines) Throughout the year the HSA Board voted to continue the management of this arena and from November 1, 2007 Hockey SA started to manage the bar and canteen service, previously managed by the government. This has produced a revenue stream for hockey, funds that previously went into government coffers. The business plan for the expansion of the arena to feature two (2) additional pitches, associated infrastructure and upgrade to the existing facility was completed and submitted to state government. This involved a massive amount of work, not including the political lobbying that needs to occur behind the scenes. Hockey in SA desperately needs this expanded venue (not to mention more suburban pitches) to attract the high quality national and international events we currently miss out on.
Future Challenges Some of the key challenges for us as I see it are to:
1. Cement the new state championships zonal system. 2. Deliver real development programs to our Country Associations and city clubs. 3. Build our financial strengths. 4. Achieve strategic outcomes. 5. Identify and generate more revenue opportunities. 6. Communicate better with our stakeholders. 7. Provide greater service to members across the board.
Chris White General Manager - Hockey SA
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Hockey Tasmania
Active Participation The Development Officers, Ilene Carr and Ian McHugh in the South and Jeremy Stebbings in the North/North West, worked tirelessly to make the sport’s presence felt with school visits throughout the past 12 months. With additional support coaches, and promoting Hook In2 Hockey programs, hockey was successfully introduced to over 5,000 participants state-wide. The Development Officers activities were varied, and included involvement in sports expos, primary school exchanges, and schools clinics. Their professional approach ensured a positive experience for those involved in these taster programs.
Administration The successes this year are testimony to the hard work which has been put in on and off the field, though sadly overshadowed by the untimely passing of Don Smith, a tragic loss which has been felt by the hockey community Australia-wide. Don was an outstanding contributor at club, regional and state levels as an administrator, a player, a coach and a supporter of the game he dearly loved. As Vice-President of Hockey Tasmania, Don was a highly regarded and respected board member who is sorely missed by us all. The Board chose not to fill the vacant position of Vice-President for the remaining months of the current term as a mark of respect for Don.
Intensive work continued to bring significant changes to the administration of Hockey inTasmania. This will be completed in January 2009 when Regional Associations amalgamate with Hockey Tasmania to form one administrative structure.
Coaching Development During 2008, the Coaching Committee, led by Greg Peart (HT Director) and assisted by Sharon Lacey, continued to provide a supportive environment for coaches at all levels. Use of the coaching forum and maintaining an updated list of current club coaching personnel has continued. Resources provided by Stewart Pither and other TIS and NTC coaching staff have been distributed on a regular basis.
This year has been largely devoted to implementing the new accreditation scheme, and to ensure that Hockey Australia approved the processes which are in place. Integral to this was a Hockey Australia training workshop for assessors. This was held at the Grange, and presented by Brendan Denning and Karen Kwok.
Two hockey coaches received Coaching Scholarships in 2007/08 – Oliver Close is currently working in the TIS Coaching Scholarship program, whilst Tracey Cameron has been involved in the National Female Coach Program. These opportunities enable the coaches to gain national and international exposure, which is of great assistance in improving the coaching knowledge of Tasmanian coaches.
Corporate Support The high level of financial commitment needed to fund the range of programs and activities conducted by HockeyTasmania continues to be an unrelenting reality alleviated somewhat by the ongoing generosity of our major sponsors. The contributions of the Tasmanian Government, the Hobart City Council, MIA Tasmania, Wrest Point Tasmania, Tattersall’s Hobart Aquatic Centre, Jerry Hampton Pharmacies and Eyelines Tasmania for their wonderful corporate support of Hockey are acknowledged, along with the large number of small businesses and individuals who have continued to provide their loyal support of individual players and to our junior state teams.
Facilities Undoubtedly the highlight of the past year has been the completion of Stage 2 of the Redevelopment of the Tasmanian Hockey Centre. The building was just completed in time for the staging of the 2008 U21 Women’s Championship, and team officials and players enjoyed the state of the art facilities. Premier David Bartlett performed the official opening of the redevelopment, combined with the opening of the championship.
Officiating Development The Officiating Committee continued to actively promote & support the development of officiating in each region.As a result of completing the Hockey Australia assessors course, six umpire assessors were accredited. Assistance from Tasmanian officiating personnel was provided in writing the course materials for the new Development Umpire modules.
The Officiating Development focus changed to targeting umpires for junior championships with a view that these umpires will move into the HA ranking list. Regional directors targeted developing umpires and the use of the Game Breaker, to give visual feedback, assisted both umpires and umpire coaches. Tasmania demonstrated its depth of officials, with representation on National Panels, and the appointments of Ken Read and Minka Woolley as officials at International Events.
Player Development Tasmania was represented in a majority of Hockey Australia Championships, with performances exceeding expectation. The delivery of a carefully planned state teams program, appointment of a strong off-field management team, the establishment of sound underpinning development programs and the sheer hard work of individual players within each team, have all been contributory factors to a significant overall improvement of state teams results.
The Tasmanian Institute of Sport again provided ongoing support to our elite athletes. TIS Hockey Coach, Stewart Pither, moved into the Athlete Career and Education Consultant role, with Ilene Carr (HT Development Officer) moving into the TIS role, and working with TIS Head Coach, Andrew McDonald, to provide expert coaching and guidance to the elite athletes.
Gai Cross Executive Officer - Hockey Tasmania
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Hockey Victoria
Hockey Victoria would firstly like to recognise the work and dedication of Adam Wallish as Chief Executive Officer from 2004 until May 2008. His professionalism and calm leadership carried Hockey Victoria through the potentially difficult period of the amalgamation of four existing entities and led Hockey Victoria into the sound administrative and financial position it currently enjoys. Adam recently joined Australian Little Athletics as its Chief Executive Officer - we wish him all the best with his future endeavours.
Program Partners & Sponsors Hockey Victoria wishes to express gratitude to all of the program partners and sponsors who have supported Victorian hockey. Thank you to the Victorian State Government Department of Planning and Community Development, VicHealth, Melbourne City Council, VicSport, Sports Medicine Australia, Sportscover, Just Hockey, Rising Stars, Worldwide Sports Insurance, Cramark and Deloitte. Without the support of these groups Hockey Victoria would not be able to provide many of the programs currently in place for our members. Special thanks are also extended to the Victorian Institute of Sport National Training Centre Head Coaches, John Mowat and Toni Cumpston, for the professional support and direction they have provided to our elite players and coaches.
We would also like to thank the Offsiders coterie group for their hard work and commitment to fundraising and The Hockey Show for their unique promotion of the sport.
Elite Competition Hockey in Victoria in 2007 was marked by an exceptional level of elite activity with three women’s international matches, the Under 15 National Women’s Championship, the Under 13 Invitational Championships and the National Senior and Under 21 Indoor Championships for both men and women. Other events conducted included the Under 18 Women’s State Championship, VSSSA Under 16 National Championship, Junior Country Championship and the Junior State Championship.
Congratulations to the Under 21 Men who were Champions in 2007. Special congratulations to all those Victorians that represented their State and Country throughout the year.
Development & Participation Programs Key objectives of Hockey Victoria’s strategic plan are to maximise participation, develop innovative player recruitment programs and raise the standards across all areas of the sport. Rookey and Hook in2 Hockey programs have provided the vehicle for many young children to experience hockey for the first time. Over 7,000 primary school children have participated in programs either at their school or local club, conducted by local club coaches.
The Sportcover Vic Stix Talent Squad Program has continued to gather momentum, with over 500 young athletes trialing for positions in the seven squads of 32 players across Victoria. Each squad participated in a series of specialist training sessions conducted off-season, with the aim of improving their skills prior to state team selection the following year. A comprehensive holistic program was delivered that included sessions on physical preparation appropriate for the training athlete, nutrition & recovery strategies, time management and skill development.
In partnership with VicHealth, Hockey Victoria continued to assist clubs and associations to build their capacity to provide safe and healthy environments for their members via the Club Healthy Environment Lifestyle Program (Club HELP).
The new HockeyEd Training Programs have allowed coaches to have access to training and development through the on-line system and the use of this resource will grow in future years. Hockey Victoria will continue to work with coaches, umpires and officials to improve their professional development.
Thanks Hockey Victoria sincerely thanks all of the volunteers who have assisted the organisation over the past year offering their services as technical officials, selectors, coaches, team managers, and committee members.Thank you also to all of the umpires who have kept the competition running smoothly. Hockey Victoria, like many sports, is heavily reliant on the contributions of volunteers and their support is much appreciated.
Thank you to all of the affiliates for their involvement and support of the competitions and programs.
I would also like to thank the Board and professional staff of Hockey Victoria for their continued commitment to the task of improving the “hockey experience” for all those involved in our sport.
Ben Hartung Chief Executive Officer - Hockey Victoria
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Hockey WA
International Events The last financial year has been very exciting at Hockey WA, especially in the event sector. In October 2007 we hosted the U15 Men’s National Championships and in the new year a constant wave of overseas teams travelled to Perth to play friendly matches with our State teams, the Kookaburras and Hockeyroos. This culminated in the Women’s Great Britain series in February and the Men’s Four Nations Tournament in April 2008.
Links with Asian countries particularly have been helped by the creation of a part time High Performance Manager role which has cultivated overseas relationships. In a three month period we had visiting French, Malaysian, Chinese, Indian and Korean men’s teams, and a Japanese club team, Malaysian and British women’s teams.
High Performance Elite performance has been enhanced with a new tier in the development structure allowing development for those non-WAIS male players, 16 to 25 years old. Improvements this season saw victorious results for both our 2008 AHL teams and the U21 women.
The 2008 women’s AHL tournament was held over two weeks in late March at the Perth Hockey Stadium and was a great success. Promotion was helped by the SmokeFree WA Diamond’s third championsip win in a row.
A major initiative over summer was to honour our past State players and bring them back into the hockey fold. The mammoth effort to find contacts allowed Hockey WA to have a State Player presentation in February for the men and March for the women. Each player received a numbered key ring and the event was used as a fundraiser for the current AHL teams.
Participation and Competition Greater levels of participation were also at the top of the agenda at Hockey WA and the viral email and Hook in2 Hockey promotions were aided by a full time participation officer who conducted school clinics and promotions into non-hockey serviced areas. AW was the leading State in the Hook in2 Hockey take-up in 2008.
The elite women’s competition season was extended this year to more closely match the length of the men’s elite season, and the inclusion of mid-week games became a feature of these competitions.
Hockey WA competitions continued to operate across the metropolitan area, with many clubs taking the opportunity to host a broad range of games on a Club Day at their home ground. These games were promoted through Hockey WA to increase spectator numbers and allow clubs to raise funds through canteen and bar sales. Hockey WA has funding from the WA government for part time Regional Development officers and an extra position was made available for an eighth officer in the Goldfields region.
Development has also been enriched by our endeavour to get statistical data on hockey players, coaches and officials, especially in country areas where Hockey WA does not run the competition. This information has allowed the Development Department to chart attrition and create contact lists that will be useful for many other purposes in the future.
Officiating An Officiating Task Force was created over the summer period to look at our umpire structure and major changes were made to umpiring this season in the metropolitan competition. Clubs (or their teams) now provide own umpires for all games except the top three grades. The top three grades are allocated available panel umpires and the shortfall is rostered to clubs with stipulations that the umpire must be a player from that grade (from a neutral club).
Facilities and Governance Hockey WA took over the ownership of the Perth Hockey Stadium in 2007 including the two turfs, the bar, cafe and function centre. In the last year changes have been made to menus and catering facilities to reflect Healthway sponsorship commitments. Hockey AW has been given an award recognising excellence in health promotion in 2008 which is partly due to these initiatives.
Hockey WA has also continued its development of corporate governance best practice with detailed Risk Management and Occupational Safety and Health policies and practices implemented this year.
We have further developed our audit and finance management practices and encouraged greater participation in our group insurance plan in an effort to ensure all participants are adequately covered whether they are playing or participating in an off-field or voluntary role.
Although it has been a busy time for hockey in WA, a stable (and growing) staff has meant extra events and day to day activities have been run relatively smoothly in 2007/08.
Linda Hamersley Chier Executive - Hockey WA
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Results
HOCKEYROOS 9th August 4 Test Series v Ireland Australia 2 Argentina 0 (half time 1-0) Dublin, Ireland 6 Test Series v Japan Australia – Nikki Hudson 32m FG, Megan 24th – 28th October 2007 Melbourne, Adelaide & Port Lincoln Rivers 57m FG 12th – 22nd July 2007 Carla Hunter, Rebecca Sanders, Kobie 11th August McGurk, Emma Stewart, Teneal Attard, Kim Peta Gallagher, Kim Walker, Kate Hollywood, Australia 3 China 0 (half time 1-0) Walker, Kate Hollywood, Casey Eastham, Emily Halliday, Madonna Blyth, Nicole Arrold, Australia – Hope Munro 8m FG, Nikki Hudson Shelly Liddelow, Megan Rivers, Hope Fiona Johnson, Rachel Imison, Emma Stewart, 54m FG, Rebecca Sanders 57m PC Munro, Emily Halliday, Fiona Johnson, Renee Trost, Angie Lambert, Mel Twitt, Hope Madonna Blyth, Ashleigh Nelson, Toni Munro, Teneal Attard, Sarah Taylor, Nikki 13th August Cronk. Hudson, Rebecca Sanders. Final - Australia 2 China 2 (penalty strokes 3-1 extra time 2-2 half time 1-1) 24th October 12th July Australia – Madonna Blyth 18m PC, Hope Australia 3 Ireland 0 (half time 3-0) Australia 1 Japan 0 (half time 0 -0) Munro 59m FG; China – Zhaoxia Chen 28m Australia – Shelley Liddelow 9m/31m FG, Australia – Angie Lambert 64m PC PC, Qingling Song 57m Rebecca Sanders 11m PS
14th July 5th Oceania Cup 25th October Australia 3 Japan 1 (half time 0-1) Buderim, Queensland Australia 6 Ireland 0 (half time 2-0) Australia – Teneal Attard 57m FG, Megan 11th – 16th September 2007 Australia – Kate Hollywood 11m/32m/62m Rivers 62m PC, Angie Lambert 67m FG; Japan FG, Casey Eastham 39m FG, Hope Munro – Toshie Tsuki 9m PC Toni Cronk, Casey Eastham, Megan Rivers, 49m, Emily Halliday 60m PC Kim Walker, Rebecca Sanders, Kate 15th July Hollywood, Emily Halliday, Madonna Blyth, 27th October Australia 3 Japan 3 (half time 3-2) Nicole Arrold, Kobie McGurk, Rachel Imison, Australia 5 Ireland 0 (half time 4-0) Australia – Nikki Hudson 7m FG, Megan Rivers Emma Stewart, Angie Lambert, Melanie Twitt, Australia – Kate Hollywood 4m FG, Hope 9m FG, Emily Halliday 25m PC; Japan – Miyuki Hope Munro, Teneal Attard, Sarah Taylor, Nikki Munro 22m PC, Madonna Blyth 27m FG, Nakagawa 13m FG, Keiko Miura 26m PC, Hudson. Casey Eastham 35m PC, Megan Rivers Sakae Morimoto 63m FG 70m PC 11th September 18th July Australia 14 Fiji 0 (half time 6-0) 28th October Australia 1 Japan 0 (half time 0-0) Australia – Rebecca Sanders 7m/48m PC, Australia 3 Ireland 0 (half time 1-0) Australia – Teneal Attard 44m FG Madonna Blyth 8m/30m FG 38m/58m PC, Australia – Emily Halliday 20m PC, Megan Hope Munro 18m PC/ 39m FG, Casey Eastham Rivers 61m FG, Hope Munro 62m FG 20th July 22m FG, Megan Rivers 29m FG, Nikki Hudson Australia 5 Japan 1 (half time 2-0) 44m FG/ 52m PC, Angie Lambert 68m/70m PC 5 Match Test Series v Great Britain Australia – Rebecca Sanders 8m/17m/43m/ Perth, Brisbane, Toowoomba, Gold Coast 49m PC, Kate Hollywood 60m FG; Japan 12th September 14th – 24th February 2008 – Sakae Morimoto 52m PC Australia 1 New Zealand 0 (half time 0-0) Australia – Madonna Blyth 63m FG Suzie Faulkner, Casey Eastham, Megan 22nd July Rivers, Kim Walker, Kate Hollywood, Australia 1 Japan 0 (half time 0-0) 14th September Emily Halliday, Madonna Blyth, Kobie Australia – Madonna Blyth 61m FG Australia 17 Papua New Guinea 0 (half time McGurk, Fiona Johnson, Rachel Imison, 9-0) Renee Trost, Angie Lambert, Melanie Warm up matches – Good Luck Beijing Australia – Emily Halliday 2m PC, Teneal Attard Wells, Rachael Lynch, Hope Munro, Sarah 2nd – 5th August 2007 5m/22m/34m FG, Angie Lambert 12m PC/ 52m Young, Teneal Attard, Shelly Liddelow, Nikki FG, Nikki Hudson 13m PC/ 69m FG, Sarah Hudson, Rebecca Sanders, Nicole Arrold, Rachel Imison, Rebecca Sanders, Emily Taylor 18m/63m/70m FG, Casey Eastham 21m Emma Stewart, Toni Cronk. Halliday, Angie Lambert, Melanie Twitt, Renee FG, Kate Hollywood 32m/39m FG, Nicole Arrold Trost, Madonna Blyth, Kate Hollywood, Teneal 41m PC, Megan Rivers 47m/60m FG 14th February Attard, Nikki Hudson, Megan Rivers, Emma Australia 5 Great Britain 0 (half time 2-0) Stewart, Kim Walker, Sarah Taylor, Hope 16th September Australia – Casey Eastham 5m PC, 40m Munro, Casey Eastham, Toni Cronk, Nicole Final – Australia 0 New Zealand 1 (half time FG, Angie Lambert 20m PS, Madonna Arrold 0-0) Blyth 45m FG, Megan Rivers 63m FG New Zealand – Krystal Forgesson 54m FG 2nd August 16th February Australia 3 China 2 (half time 1-1) Final Standings Australia 2 Great Britain 1 (half time 0-0) Australia – Sarah Taylor 15m FG, Hope Munro 1. New Zealand Australia – Hope Munro 64m/67m FG; 54m FG/ 61m PC; China – 10m/48m PC 2. Australia Great Britain - Jo Ellis 40m FG 3. Fiji 4th August 4. Papua & New Guinea 21st February Australia 3 China 2 (half time 1-1) Australia 2 Great Britain 0 (half time 1-0) Australia – Madonna Blyth 27m FG, Megan Australia – Teneal Attard 16m FG, Hope Rivers 55m FG, Kate Hollywood 64m PC; 3 Test Series v South Africa Munro 44m FG China – 19m PC, 57m FG Ranburg and Pretoria, South Africa 17th – 20th October 2007 23rd February 5th August Australia 5 Great Britain 2 (half time 3-1) Australia 2 China 0 (half time 0-0) Toni Cronk, Kobie McGurk, Emma Stewart, Australia – Angie Lambert 8m/54m PC, Australia – Sarah Taylor 46m PC, Hope Munro Emily Halliday, Renee Trost, Kim Walker, Kate Madonna Blyth 26m FG, Suzie Faulkner 69m FG Hollywood, Madonna Blyth, Hope Munro, 32m FG, Sarah Young 49m FG; Great Megan Rivers, Teneal Attard, Ashleigh Nelson, Britain – Helen Richardson 35m PC, Kate Good Luck Beijing Casey Eastham, Fiona Johnson, Carla Hunter, Walsh 39m PC Beijing, China Shelly Liddelow. 8th – 13th August 24th February 17th October Australia 1 Great Britain 0 (half time 1-0) Toni Cronk, Rebecca Sanders, Emily Halliday, Australia 1 South Africa 2 (half time 1-1) Australia – Megan Rivers 25m FG Angie Lambert, Melanie Twitt, Nicole Arrold, Australia – Emily Halliday 6m PC; South Africa Madonna Blyth, Casey Eastham, Teneal Attard, – Taryn Hoskins 22m PC, Sharne Bailey 63m Nikki Hudson, Hope Munro, Emma Stewart, PC Renee Trost, Kate Hollywood, Kim Walker, Megan Rivers, Rachel Imison, Sarah Taylor. 19th October Australia 1 South Africa 0 (half time 1-0) 8th August Australia – Hope Munro 24m FG Australia 4 South Africa 0 (half time 3-0) Australia – Rebecca Sanders 16m PC, Megan 20th October Rivers 28m PC, Kate Hollywood 31m PC, Nikki Australia 1 South Africa 0 (half time 1-0) Hudson 43m PC Australia – Kate Hollywood 15m PC
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Results Cont.
2008 Women’s Champions Trophy 14th July 5th Oceania Cup Monchengladbach, Germany Australia 3 Germany 4 (half time 1-2) Buderim, Queensland 17th – 25th May 2008 Australia – Andrew Smith 27m FG, Jamie 11th – 16th September 2007 Dwyer 45m FG, Nathan Eglington 61m FG; Suzie Faulkner, Wendy Beattie, Casey Germany – Dragun 9m PC, Wess 35m PC, Jamie Dwyer, Liam De Young, Nathan Eastham, Megan Rivers, Kim Walker, Rebecca Furste 43m FG, Biderlack 44m FG Eglington, Mark Knowles, Eddie Ockenden, Sanders, Kate Hollywood, Emily Halliday, David Guest, Grant Schubert, Bevan Madonna Blyth, Nicole Arrold, Kobie McGurk, 15th July George, Josh Hawes, Andrew Smith, Rachel Imison, Angie Lambert, Melanie Wells, Australia 1 Germany 3 (half time 0-0) Stephen Lambert, Matthew Naylor, Aaron Hope Munro, Teneal Attard, Sarah Young, Nikki Australia – David Guest 46m PC; Germany Hopkins, Nathan Burgers, Travis Brooks, Hudson. – Dragun 38m PC, Witthaus 56m PC, Nevado Brent Livermore, Dean Butler, Kiel Brown. 62m FG 17th May 14th September Australia 2 Japan 0 (half time 1-0) 18th July Australia 2 New Zealand 1 (half time 1-0) Australia – Casey Eastham 18m PC, Emily Australia 3 Spain 0 (half time 2-0) Australia – Aaron Hopkins 22m PC, Travis Halliday 61m PC Australia – Matthew Naylor 9m PC, Nathan Brooks 66m FG; New Zealand - Bryce Eglington 27m/48m FG Collins 37m FG 18th May Australia 1 Germany 2 (half time 0-2) 20th July 16th September Australia – Megan Rivers 65m FG; Germany Australia 2 Spain 1 (half time 2-0) Final – Australia 3 New Zealand 1 (half – Anke Kuhn 7m FG, Anneke Bohmert 18m FG Australia – Nathan Eglington 12m FG, Matthew time 1-1) Naylor 32m PC; Spain – Ribas 43m PC Australia – David Guest 17m PC, Bevan 20th May George 38m PC, Travis Brooks 58m FG; Australia 1 Argentina 2 (half time 0-1) 21st July New Zealand – David Kosoof 33m FG Australia – Megan Rivers 42m FG; Argentina Australia 4 Spain 1 (half time 0-1) – Noel Barrionuevo 27m PC, Rosario Luchetti Australia – Nathan Eglington 55m FG, David Final Standings 53m PC Guest 62m/69m/70m PC 1. Australia Spain - Amat 3m FG 2. New Zealand 21st May 3. Papua New Guinea Australia 3 China 3 (half time 2-1) Good Luck Beijing Practice Match Australia – Sarah Young 4m FG, Megan Rivers Beijing, China 2007 Champions Trophy 16m FG, Kobie McGurk 70m PC; China – Yibo 6th August 2007 Kuala Lumpur, Malaysia Ma 17m PC, Baorong Fu 48m FG, Yudiao Zhao 29th November – 9th December 2007 62m FG Stephen Lambert, Nathan Burgers, Aaron Hopkins, Matthew Wells, Josh Hawes, Dean Stephen Lambert, Daniel McPherson, 24th May Butler, Rob Hammond, Brent Livermore, David Matthew Wells, Bevan George, Aaron Australia 1 Netherlands 2 (half time 0-1) Guest, Liam De Young, Jamie Dwyer, Nathan Hopkins, Luke Doerner, Mark Knowles, Australia – Megan Rivers 52m FG; Netherlands Eglington, Andrew Smith, Eddie Ockenden, Dean Butler, David Guest, Brent Livermore, – Marilyn Agliotti 27m FG, Fatima Moreira Del Grant Schubert, Travis Brooks. Rob Hammond, Jamie Dwyer, Liam De Melo 37m PC Young, Nathan Eglington, Andrew Smith, 6th August Russell Ford, Eddie Ockenden, Travis 25th May Australia 3 China 1 (half time 3-0) Brooks, Matthew Naylor, Grant Schubert. Classification 5v6 – Australia 3 Japan 0 (half Australia – Grant Schubert 9m FG, Liam De time 1-0) Young 11m FG, Andrew Smith 15m FG; China 29th November Australia – Sarah Young 28m PC, Megan – 49m FG Australia 2 Malaysia 0 (half time 1-0) Rivers 56m FG, Nikki Hudson 61m FG Australia – Russell Ford 19m FG, Travis Good Luck Beijing Brooks 62m FG Final Standings Beijing, China 1. Argentina 8th – 13th August 30th November 2. Germany Australia 0 Korea 1 (half time 0-0) 3. Netherlands Stephen Lambert, Nathan Burgers, Aaron Korea – Zang 55m PC 4. China Hopkins, Matthew Wells, Josh Hawes, Dean 5. Australia Butler, Rob Hammond, Brent Livermore, David 2nd December 6. Japan Guest, Liam De Young, Jamie Dwyer, Nathan Australia 2 Pakistan 1 (half time 1-0) Eglington, Andrew Smith, Eddie Ockenden, Australia – Nathan Eglington 20m FG, KOOKABURRAS Grant Schubert, Travis Brooks. Grant Schubert 47m FG; Pakistan – Akhtar 57m FG European Tour 8th August Belgium, Germany, Spain Australia 2 Malaysia 0 (half time 1-0) 3rd December 7th – 21st July Australia – Rob Hammond 33m FG, Travis Australia 1 Great Britain 0 (half time 1-0) Brooks 40m FG Australia – Eddie Ockenden 25m FG Nathan Burgers, Josh Hawes, Aaron Hopkins, Matthew Wells, David Guest, Brent Livermore, 9th August 5th December Dean Butler, Kiel Brown, Jamie Dwyer, Liam Australia 2 Pakistan 2 (half time 1-0) Australia 2 Spain 3 (half time 0-2) De Young, Nathan Eglington, Michael McCann, Australia – Liam De Young 7m FG, Matthew Australia – Luke Doerner 41m PC, Nathan Eddie Ockenden, Andrew Smith, Matthew Naylor 62m FG; Pakistan – Imran 58m PS, 67m Eglington 68m FG; Spain – Tabai 10m PC, Naylor, Travis Brooks, Stephen Lambert, PC Frexia 32m/51m FG Fergus Kavanagh. 11th August 6th December 7th July Australia 6 China 1 (half time 3-0) Australia 3 Netherlands 3 (half time 1-2) Australia 4 Belgium 3 (half time 1-3) Australia – Wells 5m PC, Jamie Dwyer 27m Australia – Russell Ford 24m FG, Eddie Australia – Nathan Eglington 20m/70m FG, PC, Liam De Young 29m PC, Grant Schubert Ockenden 34m FG, Luke Doerner 64m Jamie Dwyer 50m FG, Liam De Young 60m 47m FG, Matthew Naylor 58m FG, Eddie PC; Netherlands – Hertzberger 11m FG, FG; Belgium – 9m/12m FG, 34m PC Ockenden 61m FG; China – Yubo BA 53m PC Taekema 29m PC, Brower 39m FG
8th July 13th August 8th December Australia 5 Belgium 1 (half time 2-1) Final – Australia 9 China 0 (half time 2-0) Australia 5 Germany 0 (half time 2-0) Australia – Matthew Naylor 1m FG, Travis Australia – Matthew Naylor 19m/52m PC, Aaron Australia – Russell Ford 23m FG, Travis Brooks 16m/60m FG, Andrew Smith 45m FG, Hopkins 22m PC, Liam De Young 40m/42m Brooks 25m FG, Eddie Ockenden 40m FG, Matthew Wells 54m PC; Belgium – Gucasoff FG, Grant Schubert 43m/70m FG, Jamie Dwyer Liam De Young 51m PC, Luke Doerner 32m PC 47m FG, Eddie Ockenden 58m PC 64m PC 12th July Australia 4 Germany 0 (half time 2-0) Australia – Liam De Young 9m PC, David Guest 25m PC, Dean Butler 48m FG, Nathan Eglington 62m FG
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9th December 4 Nations Tournament Champions Trophy Warm up Matches Final – Australia 0 Germany 1 (half time 0-1) Perth, Western Australia Edegem, Belgium Germany – T Wess 5m PC 23rd – 27th April 2008 15th – 17th June 2008
Final Standings Jamie Dwyer, Liam De Young, Simon Orchard, Stephen Lambert, Nathan Burgers, Bevan 1. Germany Rob Hammond, Mark Knowles, Russell Ford, George, Matthew Wells, Luke Doerner, 2. Australia Eddie Ockenden, David Guest, Luke Doerner, Mark Knowles, David Guest, Kiel Brown, 3. Netherlands Grant Schubert, Andrew Smith, Stephen Rob Hammond, Jamie Dwyer, Liam De 4. Korea Lambert, Eli Matheson, Aaron Hopkins, Nathan Young Fergus Kavanagh, Andrew Smith, 5. Spain Burgers, Matthew Wells, Kiel Brown, Fergus Eddie Ockenden, Travis Brooks, Eli 6. Great Britain Kavanagh. Matheson, Grant Schubert, Des Abbott. 7. Pakistan 8. Malaysia 23rd April 15th June Australia 2 China 1 (half time 0-1) Australia 6 Belgium 0 (half time 2-0) 3 Match Test Series v New Zealand Australia – Grant Schubert 62m PC, Jamie Australia – Doerner 4m/16m PC, Travis Newcastle & Sydney, New South Wales Dwyer 65m FG; China – Hui Ren Hu 24m PC Brooks 38m FG, Des Abbott 48m FG, Grant 21st – 25th November 2007 Schubert 59m FG, Jamie Dwyer 70m FG 24th April Jamie Dwyer, Liam De Young, Rob Hammond, Australia 2 India 2 (half time 0-1) 17th June Nathan Eglington, Mark Knowles, Russell Ford, Australia – Grant Schubert 51m/52m FG; India Australia 5 Belgium 2 (half time 3-2) David Guest, Grant Schubert, Bevan George, Wiliam Xalxo 27m PC, V.R. Raghunath 70m PC Australia – Luke Doerner 3m PC, Eli Andrew Smith, Stephen Lambert, Matthew Matheson 23m/36m FG, Travis Brooks 30m Naylor, Aaron Hopkins, Matthew Wells, Travis 26th April FG, Grant Schubert 58m PC Brooks, Brent Livermore, Dean Butler, Daniel Australia 3 Korea 2 (half time 1-0) Belgium - Vandewehge 12m FG, Gucassoff McPherson. Australia – Luke Doerner 26m PC, Andrew 19m PC Smith 36m FG, Simon Orchard 43m FG; Korea 21st November – Woon Kon 48m FG, 56m PC 2008 Champions Trophy Australia 3 New Zealand 3 (half time 0-1) Rotterdam, Netherlands Australia – Matthew Naylor 51m/64m FG, 27th April 21st – 29th June 2008 Nathan Eglington 52m FG; New Zealand Final – Australia 4 Korea 3 (half time 3-1) – David Kosoof 26m PC, Simon Chid 64m/69m Australia – Eli Matheson 21m FG, Luke Jamie Dwyer, Liam De Young, Rob FG Doerner 26m/34m PC, Jamie Dwyer 56m FG; Hammond, Mark Knowles, Eddie Korea – Johng Hyun Jang 28m/62m PC, Hyo Ockenden, David Guest, Luke Doerner, 23rd November Sik You 51m PC Grant Schubert, Bevan George, Andrew Australia 1 New Zealand 1 (half time 0-0) Smith, Stephen Lambert, Eli Matheson, Australia – Nathan Eglington 43m PC; New Final Standings Nathan Burgers, Matthew Wells, Travis Zealand – David Kosoof 36m FG 1. Australia Brooks, Kiel Brown, Fergus Kavanagh, Des 2. Korea Abbott. 25th November 3. China Australia 3 New Zealand 3 (half time 0-2) 4. India 21st June Australia – Aaron Hopkins 42m PC, Jamie Australia 5 Korea 3 (half time 2-1) Dwyer 61m, Dean Butler 62m FG; New 4 Nations Tournament Australia – Eli Matheson 4m FG, David Zealand – Nick Wilson 23m FG, Nicholas Haig Darwin, Northern Territory Guest 24m PC, Jamie Dwyer 38m FG, 26m PC, Phillip Burrows 57m FG 30th April – 4th May 2008 Andrew Smith 40m FG, Liam De Young 49m FG; Korea – Woon Kon Yeo 28m FG, 5 Nations Tournament Jamie Dwyer, Liam De Young, Rob Hammond, Hong Hyun Jang 47m PC, Nam Yong Lee Potchefstroom, South Africa Russell Ford, Eddie Ockenden, David Guest, 58m FG 18th – 28th January 2008 Luke Doerner, Bevan George, Andrew Smith, Eli Matheson, Aaron Hopkins, Nathan Burgers, 22nd June Daniel McPherson, Nathan Burgers, Chris Matthew Wells, Brent Livermore, Kiel Brown, Australia 1 Argentina 2 (half time 2-1) Cirello, Josh Hawes, Luke Doerner, Mark Stephen Mowlam, Fergus Kavanagh, Des Australia – Fergus Kavanagh 22m FG; Knowles, Kiel Brown, Fergus Kavanagh, Abbott. Argentina – Lucas Martin Vila 7m PC, Rob Hammond, Des Abbott, David Guest, Eli Matias Alejandro Rey 15m FG Matheson, Andrew Smith, Russell Ford, Eddie 30th April Ockenden, Simon Orchard, Daniel Hotchkis, Australia 3 China 2 (half time 2-0) 24th June Grant Schubert. Australia – Des Abbott 15m FG, Eli Matheson Australia 1 Spain 1 (half time 0-0) 19m FG, Liam De Young 50m FG; China Australia – Grant Schubert 54m FG; Spain 20th January – Liang Hu 63m PC, Hui Ren Hu 65m PC – David Alergre 64m FG Australia 1 Germany 1 (half time 1-0) Australia – Eddie Ockenden 4m FG; Germany 1st May 26th June – Timo Wess 47m PC Australia 4 Korea 2 (half time 2-1) Australia 3 Germany 1 (half time 1-1) Australia – Eli Matheson 18m/19m FG, Des Australia – Jamie Dwyer 17m FG, Fergus 22nd January Abbott 36m FG, David Guest 55m PC; Korea Kavanagh 44m FG, Eddie Ockenden 50m Australia 5 Netherlands 0 (half time 2-0) – Jong Hyun Jang 13m/50m PC FG; Germany – Florian Keller 26m PC Australia – Eddie Ockenden 10m FG, Luke Doerner 20m PC, Andrew Smith 40m FG, Grant 3rd May 28th June Schubert 46m FG, Chris Cirello 64m PC Australia 1 India 0 (half time 0-0) Australia 3 Netherlands 2 (half time 1-1) Australia – Jamie Dwyer 49m PC Australia – Grant Schubert 35m FG, Jamie 23rd January Dwyer 48m FG, Travis Brooks 62m FG; Australia 2 Spain 3 (half time 0-0) 4th May Netherlands – Geert-Jan Derikx 5m PC, Australia – Luke Doerner 37m PC, Des Abbott Final – Australia 2-2 Penalty Strokes 7-6 (half Jeroen Hertzberger 54m FG 66m FG; Spain - Xavi Ribas 40m/44m PC, time 1-0) Santi Freixa 57m FG Australia – Des Abbott 33m FG, Luke Doerner 29th June 40m PC; China – Hui Ren Hu 48m PC, Yi Song Final – Australia 4 Spain 1 (half time 1-1) 26th January 55m FG Australia – Des Abbott 6m FG, Jamie Australia 9 South Africa 0 (half time 5-0) Dwyer 52m PS, Eddie Ockenden 60m Australia – Eddie Ockenden 9m/65m FG, Luke Final Standings FG, Eli Matheson 70m FG; Spain – Xavier Doerner 19m PC, Grant Schubert 24m FG, Eli 1. Australia Ribas 12m PC Matheson 34m/36m/55m FG, Des Abbott 35m 2. China FG, Russell Ford 40m FG 3. Korea Final Standings 4. India 1. Australia 27th January 2. Spain Final – Australia 3 Spain 2 (half time 2-1) 3. Argentina Australia – Luke Doerner 13m PC, Andrew 4. Netherlands Smith 27m PC, Grant Schubert 68m FG; Spain 5. Germany – Sojo 30m FG, Frexia 59m FG 6. Korea
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Results Cont.
BURRAS 23rd January South Australia 3 Australian Capital Australia 6 Pakistan 4 (half time 4-1) Territory 6 5 Test Series v Malaysia Australia – Josh Pollard 7m/40m FG, Adrian (half time 2-3) Buderim & Maryborough, Queensland Lockley 14m FG, Jason Wilson 19m PC, Aaron South Australia – Tom Cleghorn 13m FG, 10th – 16th September 2007 Kleinschmidt 29m PC, Timothy Bates 60m PC; Greg Reece 31m PC, Robert Porter 63m Pakistan –Kashif Ali 34m PC, Hassem Khan PC; Australian Capital Territory – Seyi Gary Backhus, Timothy Bates, Michael 43m FG, Inayat Ullah 55m FG, Muhammad Onitiri 2m PC, Iain Davidson 12m FG, Bates, Travis Carroll, Andrew Charter, Tristan Zubair 56m FG Glenn Turner 34m/39m/41m FG, Daniel Clemons, Kristopher Glass, Scott Hughes, Hotchkis 43m FG Malcolm Kemp, Aaron Kleinschmidt, Justin 24th January Knapp, Adrian Lockley, Ian Paterson, Josh Australia 6 Germany 3 (half time 2-0) Northern Territory 0 Western Australia 3 Pollard, Scott Richards, Matthew Swann, Australia – Timothy Bates 12m/57m FG, Aaron (half time 0-3) Joshua White. Kleinschmidt 33m PC, Jason Wilson 44m Western Australia – Andrew Smith 11m FG, PC, 70m FG, Jacob Burns 61m FG; Germany Fergus Kavanagh 14m FG, Peter Blakeney 10th September – Fabian Bauwens-Adenauer 45m/67m FG, 27m PC Australia 4 Malaysia 1 (half time 1-1) Fabian Zilg 70m PC Australia – Timothy Bates 33m PC, Matthew 28th February Boyce 52m FG, Ian Paterson 66m PC, Michael 26th January South Australia 3 Western Australia 2 Bates 68m FG; Malaysia – Mohd Sybrie Australia 6 New Zealand 1 (half time 4-1) (Golden Goal – half time 0-1) Nasruddin 19m PC Australia – Jason Wilson 8m FG, Joshua South Australia - Joel Dry 37m FG, Greg White 19m PC, Gary Backhus 31m PC, Aaron Reece 70m PC, Tom Cleghorn 81m PC; 11th September Kleinschmidt 32m/38m PC, Jacob Burns 64m Western Australia – Fergus Kavanagh 35m Australia 2 Malaysia 3 (half time 1-2) FG; New Zealand – Isaac Staples 35m PC FG, Kiel Brown 55m PS Australia – Aaron Kleinschmidt 18m FG, Timothy Bates 63m PC; Malaysia – Azren Rizel 27th January New South Wales 0 Tasmania 1 (half time Nasir 2m/32m FG, M.N.K.A. Adnan 43m FG Final - Australia 3 India 2 (half time 0-1) 0-1) Australia – Aaron Kleinschmidt 44m PC, 52m Tasmania – Marcus Richardson 49m FG 13th September FG, Jacob Burns 65m FG; India – Ram Diwaker Australia 5 Malaysia 0 (half time 4-0) 20m PC, Mandeep Antil 60m FG Queensland 8 Northern Territory 0 (half Australia – Aaron Kleinschmidt 10m/34m FG, time 3-0) Ian Paterson 18m FG, Josh Pollard 35m/65m Final Standings Queensland – Nathan Eglington 3m FG, FG 1. Australia Jamie Dwyer 4m PC, Jacob Burns 30m FG, 2. India Troy Elder 37m FG, 53m PC, Dean Butler 15th September 3. Germany 37m FG, Michael Bates 63m/68m FG Australia 4 Malaysia 1 (half time 0-0) 4. Netherlands Australia – Aaron Kleinschmidt 40m PC, Ian 5. Pakistan Australian Capital Territory 1 Victoria 4 (half Paterson 14m PC, Travis Carroll 55m PC, 62m 6. New Zealand time 1-2) FG; Malaysia – M.N.K.A Adnan 59m FG 7. Malaysia Australian Capital Territory – Ben Bishop 8. Korea 4m FG; Victoria – Declan Geraghty 8m 16th September FG, Travis Brooks 33m FG, Luke Doerner Australia 4 Malaysia 2 (half time 3-0) AHL 44m/47m PC Australia – Josh Pollard 4m FG, Aaron Australian Hockey League – Men Kleinschmidt 28m FG, Ian Paterson 31m FG, Canberra, ACT 1st March Timothy Bates 40m FG; Malaysia – M.N.H. 25th February – 8th March 2008 Queensland 3 Australian Capital Territory 2 Abdulgaffar 51m/54m PC (half time 1-0) 25th February Queensland – Troy Elder 18m/60m PC, Junior Men’s 8 Nations Invitational Victoria 6 Northern Territory 0 (half time 3-0) Jacob Burns 45m FG; Australian Capital Tournament Victoria – Luke Doerner 6m/19m PC, Andrew Territory – Iain Davidson 38m FG, Chris Kuala Lumpur, Malaysia Smith 29m FG, Travis Brooks 52m FG, Jason Jorgensen 49m FG 17th – 27th January 2008 Brooks 59m, Alistair McLennan 64m FG Victoria 0 Western Australia 0 Gary Backhus, Timothy Bates, Michael Bates, Queensland 2 South Australia 1 (half time 2-0) Victoria win in Penalty Stroke Competition Matthew Boyce, Andrew Charter, Aaron Queensland – Troy Elder 28m PC, Jamie 5-4 Kleinschmidt, Justin Knapp, Adrian Lockley, Dwyer 30m PS; South Australia – Grant Josh Pollard, Scott Richards, Matthew Swann, Schubert 54m PC Tasmania 4 Northern Territory 1 (half time Josh White, Jacob Burns, Nicolas Russ, 3-1) Scott Garner, Jason Wilson, Glenn Simpson, Western Australia 5 New South Wales 0 (half Tasmania – Eddie Ockenden 1m/46m Matthew Butturini. time 2-0) FG, David Guest 23m/26m PC; Northern Western Australia – Aaron Hopkins 4m PC, Territory – Gary Robertson 16m FG 17th January Andrew Smith 30m FG, Fergus Kavanagh 44m Australia 5 Malaysia 2 (half time 3-0) FG, Brent Dancer 67m FG, Peter Blakeney New South Wales 1 South Australia 3 (half Australia – Timothy Bates 13m PC, Josh 69m FG time 0-1) Pollard 15m/47m FG, Jacob Burns 22m FG, New South Wales – Troy Sutherland 54m Joshua White 69m PC; Malaysia – Ahmad Australian Capital Territory 0 Tasmania 2 (half FG; South Australia – Grant Schubert 31m Kazamirul Nasruddin 54m/58m PC time 0-1) PC, 43m FG, Greg Reece 45m PC Tasmania – Geoff Cock 27m PC, David Guest 18th January 61m PC 2nd March Australia 2 Korea 1 (half time 0-0) Western Australia 4 Tasmania 2 (half time Australia – Timothy Bates 46m PC, Adrian 26th February 3-1) Lockley 67m FG; Korea – Sang Hoon Oh 47m New South Wales 2 Queensland 3 (half time Western Australia – Peter Blakeney 11m FG 2-0) FG, Chris Bausor 29m/32m FG, Andrew New South Wales – Brent Livermore 29m PS, Smith 62m FG; Tasmania – Marcus 20th January Troy Sutherland 32m FG; Queensland – Jamie Richardson 18m PC, Eddie Ockenden 44m Australia 2 Netherlands 4 (half time 0-2) Dwyer 45m FG, Liam De Young 61m PC, Troy FG Australia – Josh Pollard 38m FG, Timothy Elder 66m PC Bates 47m PC; Netherlands – Bob de Voogd Australian Capital Territory 3 New South 2m PS, Johrus Gommers 12m FG, Quirjin Tasmania 2 Victoria 5 (half time 1-3) Wales 3 (extra time 4-3 half time 1-3) Caspers 58m FG, Weerden van der Mink 62m Tasmania – Paul Ancher 24m/41m FG; Australian Capital Territory – Glenn Turner PC Victoria – Luke Doerner 21m/22m PC, Alistair 12m PC, Garry Backhus 47m/79m FG, McLennan 25m FG, Daniel Mirecki 37m FG, Iain Davidson 48m FG; New South Wales 21st January Aaron Kleinschmidt 68m FG – Troy Sutherland 8m PC, Mark Paterson Australia 1 India 2 (half time 0-1) 15m PC, Brent Livermore 18m PS Australia – Josh Pollard 58m FG; India –Ram Diwakar 32m PC, Chandi Gurwinder Singh 59m FG
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Victoria 2 Queensland 5 (half time 2-2) Finals 27th March Victoria – Josh Pollard 15m/28m FG; Queensland 4 Northern Territory 0 (half Queensland – Nathan Eglington 5m/ 48m FG, 8th March time 3-0) Jamie Dwyer 35m PC, Tim Bates 52m FG, Troy Northern Territory 0 Australian Capital Territory Queensland – Marnie Hudson 16m/ 31m/ Elder 58m PC 4 (half time 0-4) 68m FG, Angie Lambert 23m PC Australian Capital Territory – Garry Backhus Northern Territory 2 South Australia 3 (half time 45m PC, Craig Dent 50m PC, Kenji Hinde 57m South Australia 0 Western Australia 4 (half 1-2) FG, Matthew Hotchkis 61m FG time 0-3) Northern Territory – Des Abbott 29m/69m FG; Western Australia – Chantelle Cialella South Australia – Grant Schubert 7m FG, Scott South Australia 1 New South Wales 5 (half time 6m PC, Shelly Liddelow 12m FG, Emily Hughes 12m FG, Eugene Magee 46m PC 1-2) Halliday 27m PC, Kim Walker 61m FG South Australia – Peter Kelly 31m FG; New 4th March South Wales – Mark Paterson 14m/23m PC/ Tasmania 1 New South Wales 2 (half time Australian Capital Territory 4 Northern Territory 39m FG, Troy Sutherland 58m FG, Darryn 0-0) 2 (half time 2-2) Booth 70m PS Tasmania – Michelle Cooling 49m FG; New Australian Capital Territory – Kenji Hinde 2m South Wales – Ebony Barber 58m FG, FG, Paul MacKinnon 17m PC, 59m PS, Iain Tasmania 1 Victoria 3 (half time 1-1) Emily Hurtz 63m PC Davidson 40m FG; Northern Territory – Adrian Tasmania – David Guest 8m FG; Victoria Lockley 3m FG, Gary Robertson 23m PC – Jason Brooks 1m FG, Luke Doerner 56m PC, Australian Capital Territory 2 Victoria 2 Declan Geraghty 67m FG (penalty strokes 4-3 half time 1-0) South Australia 3 Tasmania 3 (extra time 4-3 Australian Capital Territory – Renee Allen half time 1-3) Queensland 2 Western Australia 4 (half time 12m FG, Sarah Young 67m PC; Victoria South Australia – Eugene Magee 22m FG, 1-1) – Erica Trahar 44m PC, Renee Trost 47m Scott Hughes 46m FG, Greg Reece 65m PC, Queensland – Troy Elder 32m PC, Nathan PS Grant Schubert 78m FG; Tasmania – David Eglington 69m PC; Western Australia – Brent Guest 20m/31m PC, Geoff Cock 34m FG Dancer 22m FG, Jonathon Charlesworth 54m 29th March FG, Andrew Smith 59m FG, Aaron Hopkins Victoria 0 Western Australia 1 (half time New South Wales 0 Victoria 1 (half time 0-0) 63m PC 0-1) Victoria – Luke Doerner 70m PC Western Australia – Sian Smithson 11m FG Final Standings Western Australia 2 Queensland 2 (extra time 1. Western Australia New South Wales 6 South Australia 1 (half 2-3 half time 1-0) 2. Queensland time 6-0) Western Australia – Fergus Kavanagh 4m/43m 3. Victoria New South Wales – Megan Rivers 3m FG; Queensland – Jamie Dwyer 43m PS, Liam 4. Tasmania FG, Kellie-Lee James 6m FG, Emily Hurtz De Young 54m FG, Nathan Eglington 80m FG 5. South Australia 10m FG, Kate Hollywood 12m PC, Ebony 6. New South Wales Barber 28m FG, Rebecca Sanders 31m 5th March 7. Australian Capital Territory PC; South Australia – Sarah Lange 43m FG South Australia 0 Victoria 4 (half time 0-1) 8. Northern Territory Victoria – Aaron Kleinschmidt 4m FG, Travis Queensland 4 Australian Capital Territory 2 Brooks 38m FG, Josh Pollard 55m FG, Daniel AHL (half time 2-0) Mirecki 70m FG Australian Hockey League - Women Queensland – Madonna Blyth 8m FG, Perth, Western Australia Lauren Richards 25m PC, Nikki Hudson Northern Territory 0 New South Wales 7 (half 24th March – 5th April 2008 44m FG/ 54m PC; Australian Capital time 0-4) Territory – Krystal Forgesson 42m FG, New South Wales – Ben Poulton 5m PC, 24th March Karina Lucas 60m PC Ian Paterson 25m FG, Simon Orchard 27m Australian Capital Territory 3 Tasmania 1 (half FG/ 61m PC, Matthew Naylor 30m PC, Eli time 2-0) Tasmania 1 Northern Territory 5 (half time Matheson 42m PC, Matthew Butturini 44m FG Australian Capital Territory – Charlotte Harrison 1-2) 14m FG, Renee Allen 33m FG, Sarah Young Tasmania – Jackie Jones 23m PC; Western Australia 1 Australian Capital Territory 59m PS; Tasmania – Jessica Blake 55m FG Northern Territory - Mayumi Ono 13m PC, 0 (half time 1-0) Barbara Mountain 33m PC, Olivia Chiu Western Australia – Peter Blakeney 13m PC South Australia 0 Queensland 5 (half time 0-2) 38m FG, Samantha Gale 53m FG, Aimee Queensland – Jane Bennett 7m FG, Angie Clarke 62m FG Queensland 4 Tasmania 4 (extra time 4-5 half Lambert 27m/ 53m PC, Suzie Faulkner 45m time 3-2) PC, Wendy Beattie 58m PC 30th March Queensland – Jacob Burns 6m FG, Liam New South Wales 4 Victoria 3 (half time De Young 9m PC, Tim Bates 15m/47m FG; Victoria 5 Northern Territory 3 (half time 2-1) 2-1) Tasmania – Geoff Cock 13m/44m FG/ 35m PC, Victoria – Mariet Van Veenendaal 6m FG, New South Wales – Kasey Cocking 18m Marcus Richardson 58m FG, David Guest 78m Sarah O’Connor 20m/ 46m PC, Renee Trost PC, Kate Hollywood 21m/ 38m PC, Emily PC 36m FG, Leah Merrett 39m PC; Northern Hurtz 66m PC; Victoria – Claire Messent Territory – Barbara Mountain 9m/ 47m FG, 29m FG, Leah Merrett 43m PC, Stephanie Semi Finals Samantha Gale 53m FG Riordan 52m FG 7th March Western Australia 0 New South Wales 1 (half Western Australia 2 Queensland 1 (half South Australia 3 Northern Territory 2 (half time time 0-0) time 2-1) 1-0) New South Wales – Kate Hollywood 38m PC Western Australia – Emily Halliday 13m South Australia – Tom Cleghorn 23m/50m FG, PC, Hope Munro 15m FG; Queensland Eugene Magee 66m FG; Northern Territory 25th March – Wendy Beattie 29m PC – Liam Brown 61m PS, Doub Bransgrove 70m South Australia 2 Australian Capital Territory 6 FG (half time 0-1) Northern Territory 3 Australian Capital South Australia – Amy Swann 44m FG, Kayla Territory 4 (half time 1-2) Australian Capital Territory 2 New South Wales Sharland 65m PC; Australian Capital Territory Northern Territory – Caroline Pericles 2m 4 (half time 1-0) – Emma Taylor 15m/ 46m PC, Renee Allen FG, Mayumi Ono 45m, 70m PC; Australian Australian Capital Territory – Garry Backhus 43m/ 59m FG, Krystal Forgesson 58m/ 60m FG Capital Territory – Sarah Young 12m FG, 26m PC, Kenji Hinde 70m FG; New South Emma Taylor 23m PC, Charlotte Harrison Wales – Brent Livermore 38m PS, Troy Tasmania 1 Victoria 5 (half time 1-1) 50m PC, Renee Allen 65m FG Sutherland 44m FG, Matthew Naylor 65m PC, Tasmania – Emily Wilson 30m PC; Victoria Matthew Butturini 70m FG – Claire Messent 7m/ 67m/ 70m FG, Leah Tasmania 0 South Australia 1 (half time 0-1) Merrett 53m FG, Mariet Van Veenendaal 61m South Australia – Kate Saunders 20m PC Queensland 3 Tasmania 1 (half time 0-0) PC Queensland – Jason Wilson 46m FG, Nathan 1st April Eglington 46m/54m FG; Tasmania – Nick Northern Territory 1 Western Australia 6 (half Northern Territory 1 South Australia 3 (half Tremayne 64m FG time 0-3) time 0-2) Northern Territory – Fiona Young 62m FG; Northern Territory - Mayumi Ono 63m FG; Victoria 1 Western Australia 2 (half time 0-2) Western Australia – Shelly Liddelow 5m FG, South Australia – Kayla Sharland 11m FG, Victoria – Luke Doerner 53m PC; Western Jemma Buckley 31m FG/ 66m PC, Chantelle 44m PC, Rachel Hampton 13m FG Australia – Phil Hulbert 22m FG, Peter Ciallella 35m PC, Emily Halliday 43m/ 45m PC Blakeney 30m FG New South Wales 0 Queensland 1 (half time 0-1) Queensland – Marnie Hudson 23m FG
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Results Cont.
New South Wales 5 Australian Capital Territory Final Placings Final Standings 1 (half time 3-0) 1. Tasmania New South Wales – Kate Hollywood 3m/ 8m 1. Western Australia 2. Victoria FG, Kellie-Lee James 22m FG, Piki Hamahona 2. Queensland 3. Queensland 38m FG, Megan Rivers 44m FG; Australian 3. Australian Capital Territory 4. New South Wales Capital Territory – Charlotte Harrison 40m PC 4. New South Wales 5. Australian Capital Territory 5. South Australia 6. Western Australia Over 40’s Victoria 0 Queensland 4 (half time 0-1) 6. Tasmania Queensland – Suzie Faulkner 19m PC/ 37m 7. Victoria Final Standings FG, Prue Eiser 45m FG, Teneal Attard 56m PC 8. Northern Territory 1. New South Wales 2. Victoria Western Australia 2 Tasmania 1 (half time 1-0) Australian Women’s Under 21 National 3. Tasmania Western Australia – Hope Munro 17m FG, Sian Championship 4. Western Australia Smithson 66m FG; Tasmania – Abby Douglas Adelaide, South Australia 5. Queensland 37m PC 26th June – 7th July 2007 6. Australian Capital Territory 7. South Australia 2nd April Final Standings Northern Territory 1 New South Wales 3 (half 1. Queensland Over 45’s time 0-3) 2. Western Australia Northern Territory – Mayumi Ono 51m PC; New 3. New South Wales Final Standings South Wales – Emily Hurtz 11m PC, Casey 4. Victoria 1. Queensland Eastham 13m FG, Megan Rivers 16m FG 5. South Australia 2. New South Wales 6. Tasmania 3. Victoria South Australia 1 Victoria 2 (extra time 1-2 half 7. Australian Capital Territory 4. South Australia time 0-1) 8. Northern Territory 5. Australian Capital Territory South Australia – Kayla Sharland 58m FG; 6. Northern Territory Victoria – Stephanie Riordan 23m FG, Claire Australian Men’s Under 21 National Messent 82m FG Championship Over 50’s Bankstown, New South Wales Queensland 2 Tasmania 0 (half time 1-0) 3rd – 14th July 2007 Final Standings Queensland – Nikki Hudson 14m FG, Rebecca Reuter 65m FG Final Standings 1. New South Wales 1. Victoria 2. Western Australia Western Australia 6 Australian Capital Territory 2. New South Wales 3. Queensland 0 (half time 3-0) 3. Western Australia 4. Victoria Western Australia – Sian Smithson 9m/ 16m, 4. Queensland 5. Tasmania FG, 65m PC, Lisa Pamenter 32m FG, Hope 5. Australian Capital Territory 6. Australian Capital Territory Munro 63m PC, Shelly Liddelow 70m FG 6. Tasmania 7. Northern Territory 7. Northern Territory Semi Finals 8. South Australia Over 55’s 4th April Victoria 0 Tasmania 1 (extra time 0-1 half time Australian Women’s Country Championship Final Standings 0-0) Mackay, Queensland 1. Western Australia Tasmania – Jackie Jones 73m PC 28th July – 4th August 2007 2. New South Wales 3. Victoria South Australia 1 Northern Territory 1 (extra Final Standings 4. Queensland time 2-1 half time 1-0) 1. New South Wales 5. South Australia South Australia – Kayla Sharland 18m PS, 81m 2. Queensland FG; Northern Territory 44m PC 3. Western Australia Australian Men’s Under 15’s National 4. Australian Defence Forces Championship Western Australia 3 Australian Capital Territory 5. Victoria Perth, Western Australia 3 (extra time 4-3 half time 2-2) 4th – 13th October 2007 Western Australia – Lisa Pamenter 9m FG, Australian Men’s Country Championship Emily Halliday 12m PC, Sian Smithson 64m/ Mackay, Queensland Final Standings 73m FG; Australian Capital Territory – Laura 28th July – 4th August 2007 1. New South Wales Desmet 15m FG, Renee Allen 18m FG, Sarah 2. Queensland Young 45m FG Final Standings 3. Victoria 1. Queensland 4. Western Australia Queensland 0 New South Wales 0 (extra time 2. Australian Defence Forces 5. South Australia 1-0 half time 0-0) 3. Western Australia 6. Northern Territory Queensland – Nikki Hudson 82m FG 4. New South Wales 7. Tasmania 5. Victoria 8. Australian Capital Territory Finals 6. South Australia 5th April Australian Open and Under 21 Indoor Victoria 2 Northern Territory 0 (half time 2-0) Australian Women’s Under 15’s National National Championship Victoria – Mariet Van Veenendaal 18m FG/ 28m Championship Melbourne, Victoria PC Melbourne, Victoria 10th – 15th December 2007 26th September – 6th October 2007 Tasmania 0 South Australia 1 (half time 0-0) Under 21 Women South Australia – Elise Stacy 58m FG Final Standings 1. New South Wales Final Standings Australian Capital Territory 2 New South Wales 2. South Australia 1. Victoria 0 (half time 2-0) 3. Western Australia 2. New South Wales Australian Capital Territory – Nicole Arrold 20m 4. Australian Capital Territory 3. Western Australia PC, Toni Stewart 34m FG 5. Queensland 4. Australian Capital Territory 6. Victoria Western Australia 2 Queensland 0 (half time 7. Tasmania Under 21 Men 0-0) 8. Northern Territory Western Australia – Hope Munro 50m FG, Final Standings Emily Halliday 65m PC Australian Women’s Veterans Championship 1. New South Wales Sydney, New South Wales 2. Western Australia 28th September – 6th October 2007 3. Victoria 4. Australian Capital Territory Over 35’s
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Open Women Final Standings 1. Western Australia 2. New South Wales 3. Victoria 4. South Australia 5. Australian Capital Territory Open Men Final Standings 1. Australian Capital Territory 2. Western Australia 3. New South Wales 4. Victoria 5. South Australia
Australian Under 18 Indoor National Championship Unanderra, New South Wales 14th – 19th January 2008
Women Final Standings 1. New South Wales 2. Victoria 3. Australian Capital Territory 4. Queensland 5. Western Australia 6. South Australia
Men Final Standings 1. Victoria 2. New South Wales 3. Australian Capital Territory 4. Western Australia 5. South Australia 6. Queensland
Australian Women’s Under 18 National Championship Melbourne, Victoria 25th March – 5th April 2008
Final Standings 1. New South Wales 2. Tasmania 3. Queensland 4. Australian Capital Territory 5. Western Australia 6. Victoria 7. South Australia 8. Northern Territory
Australian Men’s Under 18 National Championship Adelaide, South Australia 15th – 26th April 2008
Final Standings 1. Queensland 2. New South Wales 3. Western Australia 4. Tasmania 5. South Australia 6. Northern Territory 7. Victoria 8. Australian Capital Territory
Australian Men’s Under 21 Championship Darwin, Northern Territory 17th – 28th June 2008
Final Standings 1. Queensland 2. New South Wales 3. Western Australia 4. Australian Capital Territory 5. Victoria 6. Tasmania 7. Northern Territory 8. South Australia
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Life Members
M Fox * C Charlesworth * (1954) V Schaeffer * (1985) J Slade OAM (1999) E Thompson * F H Levy * (1956) S Jamieson * (1985) P Tye AM (1999) J H Powell * (1947) N J Marshall * (1957) B Brownlow OAM (1986)* A Berry OAM (2000) H A Cormie MBE * (1949) K Langan (1958) M Murray (1986) D Piper (2000) Dr M Hamilton * (1949) F Newson * (1959) J Webster OAM * (1986) J Quaite OAM (2000) A H Imrie * (1949) R Robinson* AM MBE (1959) F Yeend AM (1986) H Scraggs OAM (2001) A C Margarey * (1949) P Goodridge * (1960) P G Ryan OBE (1988) G Reid (2001) L Morris * (1949) G Moir (1961) J Viertel OAM (1988) D Meredith (2002) K Ogilivie * (1949) E Redfern * (1964) H A Nederveen AM* (1990) J Mackinnon (2007) D Somerville AM * (1949) N Clarke (1969) Sir Geoffrey Yeend AC CBE* (1991) R Taylor * (1949) M Wilson AM (1971) S Davies AM (1994) *deceased E Tazewell * (1949) D Corrigan (1972) P L Cohen OAM (1995) N Wicks * (1949) M Josiffe* (1972) L Hailey AM (1996) T Wicks * (1949) L Hodges * (1973) J Hampton (1996) F Bage * (1950) L Jolly OAM * (1973) C B Nicholas OAM (1997) D M Friend * (1950) F McNab OBE* (1974) S B Pitt OAM (1998) M Irving * (1950) N O’Shea * (1974) M Cormack (1999) M Campbell* OBE (1951) M Baker AM (1976) S Leece (1999) A Clarke * (1951) J Ferguson * (1976) P March (1999) W Rothwell * (1951) A B Hardham (1977) H Oldenhove (1999) O P Wood * (1953) E A Eastman OBE * (1978) R Pascoe (1999) D Paul* MBE (1954) G W Moessinger AM (1980) D Pirie MBE (1999)
Hall Of Fame Inductees
2008
Evelyn Tazewell - South Australia Mavis Gray (nee Beckett) - Western Australia May Campbell (nee Pearce) - Western Australia Dianne Gorman OAM (nee Dowd) - New South Wales Audrey James (nee Jones) - Victoria Ric Charlesworth OAM – Western Australia Ian Dick – Western Australia Marian Aylmore (nee Bell) - Western Australia Eric Pearce – Western Australia David Bell OAM – Western Australia Julian Pearce – Western Australia Robyn Bannerman OAM (Davis, nee Downey) - New South Wales Paul Dearing – New South Wales Sharon Buchanan OAM (Patmore/Reid) - Western Australia Brian Glencross OAM – Western Australia Warren Birmingham – New South Wales Wendy Pritchard (nee Butcher) - Western Australia Liane Tooth OAM – New South Wales Robert Haigh – South Australia Mark Hager – Queensland Ron Riley OAM – New South Wales Jackie Pereira OAM – Western Australia
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