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STATE WOMEN'S MASTERS Nomination 2024

Date TBA

Essendon Hockey Centre, 1 Hockey Lane, Ascot Vale VIC 3032

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Event information

Registrations for this event are closed.

Hockey Victoria is now accepting nominations from eligible female hockey enthusiasts for selection in the 2024 Victorian Women's Masters Hockey Teams.

Championship Masters hockey is played in dedicated incremental age-groups, starting at the 34+ age group, meaning you only play against people of a similar age. The grades progress in five year increments i.e. 34+, 40+, 45+, 50+ 55+, 60+, 65+ & 70+.

2024 Australian Championships

Hockey Australia has announced that Sydney, NSW will host the 2024 Women’s Masters Australian Championships from June 28 unitl July 6.

IMPORTANT MESSAGE:

Pre-Requisite for nomination is that players have current (2024) HV registration. Make sure that you are registered prior to continuing with this nomination. To update your Hockey Victoria membership, please follow this LINK.
Please use your current "revolutionise" login details when nominating for a state team.

Nomination Closing Dates

NOMINATIONS CURRENTLY BEING ACCEPTED:
- COACHES - Close February 16 APPLY HERE
- OFFICIALS - Close February 23 APPLY HERE
- PLAYERS 34's thru 70's - Close Friday February 23 (8am)

Trial Dates and Times

All Trials to be held at:

Essendon Hockey Centre, 1 Hockey Lane, Ascot Vale, 3032

55's 60's 65's 70's
- Trial 1 – Saturday March 2, 2024
- 8:00am-10:30am.
- Trial 2 – Saturday March 16, 2024
- 8:00am-10:30am.

34's 40's 45's 50's
- Trial 1 – Sunday March 3, 2024
- 8:00am-10:30am.
- Trial 2 – Sunday March 17, 2024
- 8:00am-10:30am.

All players are required to bring 1 white and 1 black t-shirt
- No colours (grey is neither black or white)
- No State or National uniform items to be worn
All players are required to arrive 30minutes prior to the scheduled start times.
NOTE - actual start times for respective age groups may vary. These will be communicated to nominees prior to trial.

Women's Masters Selection Process

State teams will consist of no more than 16 players unless the selection panel considers there are circumstances that warrant a larger squad.

TRIAL FORMAT

One trial is scheduled for each division. This can be in the form of games, skills or fitness based training. From this trial a squad or if possible, a final team, will be named for each age group. There will be a session the following week that will enable either the team (if finalised) to train or selection to continue. The final team will be named as soon as possible.
All nominated players must be able to attend designated Trials, if you are injured you need to provide a physio/doctor certificate which includes a return to playing plan .
The designated Chairman of Selectors will chair the selection meetings.
Coaches are welcome and encouraged to have input into decision making, however the final decision remains the responsibility of the selection panel.
Squads can be reduced at anytime.
The HV State Team Coordinator or a designated representative will sit in on all final team selections to oversee the process.
Teams will be published on the HV website and promoted on social media.
Non-selected players can request a feedback report if they wish. This request needs to be made within the week following team announcements and directed to HV State Teams Coordinator.
Train-on players, may be named for inclusion into the team in the event of injury or withdrawal.
Selectors will consider a range of competencies when assessing final team appointments.

FITNESS PROGRAM

On selection a tailored fitness program may be provided to each team member. It is expected that all members will follow the regime, unless there has been consultation and agreement with the team coach and fitness trainer in relation to medical or other needs.

FAQS

What is the player age eligibility criteria?

AGE GROUP	BIRTHDATE RANGE	AGE RANGE @ Dec 31, 2024
Over 34’s	Jan 1, 1985 - Dec 31, 1990	34 - 39
Over 40's	Jan 1, 1980 - Dec 31, 1984	40 - 44
Over 45's	Jan 1, 1975 - Dec 31, 1979	45 - 49
Over 50's	Jan 1, 1970 - Dec 31, 1974	50 - 54
Over 55's	Jan 1, 1965 - Dec 31, 1969	55 - 59
Over 60's	Jan 1, 1960 - Dec 31, 1964	60 - 64
Over 65's	Jan 1, 1955 - Dec 31, 1959	65 - 69
Over 70's	<= Dec 31, 1954	70+

Age Group is determined by age at 31/12/2023.

When will teams be announced?

Teams will be announced by April 1st.

Can I wear my uniform from previous years?

Only the uniform ordered from 2019 thru 2023 (Game Clothing)

NOTE - there is a new AWAY playing top that all players will need to purchase. This new away top/shirt is similar in design, however now encorporates an indegenous them recognising the land on which we play our hockey. More details post selection.

When can I try on uniforms for size?

Uniforms will be available for sizing on the information day – Date 7/4/2024

Why is there no weekly trainings scheduled?

No weekly trainings have been scheduled as players will already have club training and games (also saves costs and time for country players).

Instead all players must be in Sydney on Tuesday the 25^th June as all teams will have training scheduled for Wednesday (26/9) & Thursday (27/6) – as per others states.

If coaches wish to arrange extra training, this will be at the cost of their team.

How do I order uniforms? And by when

A link will be provided to the online uniform shop.

Full instructions will be provided in the selection package.

Who organises the flights to Sydney?

Each player is responsible for their own travel.

Who organises the ground travel for Sydney?

HV can organise transport.

Who organises meals whilst away?

Each player is responsible for their meals.

What are some of the costs involved?

Estimated team costs will be approximately $2000 - $2500 per player.
The team costs include team entry, all training sessions, vehicle transport and accommodation in Sydney from Tuesday 25 June to departure on Sunday 7 July inclusive.
Estimated personal costs for meals, uniform, flights & any other incidentals is suggested at approximately $1000-1500.

All players must be financial with Hockey Victoria’s Invoicing, Fee Collection & Suspension Policy to be eligible for these teams.

When do I meet the rest of the team?

A meeting will be held for each team on Sunday 7 April @ Essendon Hockey Club.

The meeting times will be included in your selection pack.

This meeting will be used to:

Meet your team manager.
Meet your team mates.
Session on the pitch under guidance of coach.

Who is eligible for selection?

Any 2024 Hockey Victoria member who fits the age category and attends and/or participates in the trial process.

NOTE - the masters state team organising committee can grant exemption from the trial process for reasons such as injury. Application for exemption should be in writing detailing reasons. Email - stateteams@hockeyvictoria.org.au

NOTE - Past HV Members now residing outside of Victoria or in regions associated with another HA members association will be able to register with Hockey Victoria as a non-competition playing member - LINK (Should this process request a transfer, please contact support@hockey.org.au, as this query will need to be resolved by Hockey Australia)