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STATE WOMEN'S MASTERS Nomination 2025

Sun 13 Apr 2025 08:00 — Sun 11 May 2025 10:00
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Registration for this event closes at Fri 04 Apr 2025 16:00.

Hockey Victoria is now accepting nominations from eligible female hockey enthusiasts for selection in the 2025 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+, 39+, 44+, 49+ 54+, 59+, 64+ & 69+.

2025 Australian Championships

Hockey Australia has announced that Hobart, TAS will host the 2025 Women’s Masters Australian Championships from September 26 unitl October 4.

IMPORTANT MESSAGE:

Pre-Requisite for nomination is that players have current (2025) 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 March 21 APPLY HERE
- OFFICIALS - Close March 21 APPLY HERE
- PLAYERS 34's thru 70's - Nominations Close Friday April 4 (3pm)

Trial Dates and Times

All Trials to be held at:

34's 44's 49's
- Trial 1 – Sunday April 13 2025
- Essendon Hockey Centre, 1 Hockey Lane, Ascot Vale, 3032
- 8:00am-10:00am.
- Trial 2 – Sunday May 4, 2025
- Footscray Hockey Centre, McIvor Reserve, Fogarty Ave, Yarraville. 3013
- 8:00am-10:00am.

54's 59's 64's 69's
- Trial 1 – Sunday April 13, 2025
- Trial 2 – Sunday May 11, 2025
- 8:00am-10:00am
- Footscray Hockey Centre, McIvor Reserve, Fogarty Ave, Yarraville. 3013

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 Womens Masters State Squad 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, 2025
Over 34’s	Jan 1, 1987 - Dec 31, 1992	34 - 38
Over 39's	Jan 1, 1982 - Dec 31, 1986	39 - 43
Over 44's	Jan 1, 1977 - Dec 31, 1981	44 - 48
Over 49's	Jan 1, 1972 - Dec 31, 1976	49 - 53
Over 54's	Jan 1, 1967 - Dec 31, 1971	54 - 58
Over 59's	Jan 1, 1962 - Dec 31, 1966	59 - 63
Over 64's	Jan 1, 1957 - Dec 31, 1961	64 - 68
Over 69's	<= Dec 31, 1956	69+

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

When will teams be announced?

Teams will be announced by May 16th.

Can I wear my uniform from previous years?

Only the uniform ordered from 2019 thru 2024 (Game Clothing)

NOTE - there is a new AWAY playing top that all players will need to purchase. This was introduced in 2024.

When can I try on uniforms for size?

Uniforms will be available for sizing on the information day – Date Sunday May 25th.

Why is there no weekly trainings scheduled?

Sunday May 25th
Sunday August 3rd
Sunday September 21st
Arrive in Hobart, Wednesday Sept 24th

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 Hobart?

Each player is responsible for their own travel.

Who organises the ground travel for Hobart?

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 Hobart from Wednesday September 24 until departure on Sunday October 5, 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 May 25th @ (TBC).

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 2025 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 - womensmasters@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)