Hockey Victoria are now accepting nominations from eligible Men's Masters players for the 2021 State Teams to compete at the Australian Championships, Newcastle Region, September 23rd thru October 9th 2021. 

IMPORTANT MESSAGE:

• Pre-Requisite for nomination is that players have current (2021) HV registration. Make sure that you are registered prior to continuing with this nomination.
• If you nominated in 2020 and paid the registration fee you are eligible to carry forward that fee to 2021.  To redeem your credit simply use the code HVHPMASTERS in the discount code section of your nomination. Please note that we will me reconciling the use of this code against the 2020 nominee list.  Please DO NOT use the code if you did not nominate in 2020.

Australian Masters Championships Dates & Location

In 2021 the Australian Masters Championships are to be held at Newcastle.

This will be a Mega Masters, a combine of the Men’s and Women’s championships held together at the one location. The games will be played at Newcastle, Maitland and Central Coast.

The planned playing date ranges for are:

• Over 34s, 40s, 45s - 23rd September – 2nd October 2021
• Over 50s, 55s, 60s, 65s, 70s & 75s - 29th September – 9th October 2021

(See FAQ’s for draft dates for each age group)

Nomination Closing Dates

• Players:
  • Over 60s, 65s, 70s & 75s – Close Monday 5^th April 2021.
  • Overs 45s, 50s & 55s – Close Monday 12^th April 2021.
  • Over 34s & 40s – Close Monday 26^th April 2021.

Trial Dates and Times

All trials to be held at Footscray Hockey Centre.

• Trial 1 – Sunday 11^th April 2021
  • Over 60s – 10:00am-12:00pm.
  • Over 65s – 8:00am-10:00am.
  • Over 70s – 10:00am-12:00pm.
  • Over 75s – 10:00am-12:00pm.
• Trial 2 – Sunday 18^th April 2021
  • Over 45s - 8:00am-10:00am.
  • Over 50s – 10:00am-12:00pm.
  • Over 55s - 8:00am-10:00am.
• Trial 3 – Sunday 2^nd May 2020
  • Over 34s - 8:00am-10:00am.
  • Over 40s – 10:00am-12:00pm.

FAQS

What are the approximate playing dates for each age group?

The draft playing dates for each of the age groups are below.

What is the player age eligibility criteria?

• All players must trial with the age group associated to their birthdate.
• Policy is to pick players in teams associated with their age group.
• Selectors to determine what age group players are selected.
• Age Group is determined by age at 31/12/2021.

When will teams be announced?

45s-75s Teams will be announced prior to April 30^th.

34s-40s Teams will be announced by May 14^th.

When can I try on uniforms for size?

Uniforms will be available for sizing on the trial day.

How do I order uniforms?

A link will be provided to the online uniform shop.

Full instructions will be provided in the selection package.

When do I order uniforms?

The ordering dates online for uniform shop will be provided in the selection package.

This would typically be 7-10 days from the team announcement date.

Where is the team Accommodation?

The Victorian contingent will stay at:

Charlestown Executive Apartments

https://charlestownapartments.com.au/

45-47 Dickinson Street

Charlestown 2290

Hamilton on Beaumont

https://hamiltononbeaumont.com.au

25 Beaumont Street (Cnr Fern Street)

Islington 2296

Wallsend Executive Apartments

www.wallsendapartments.com.au

22 Thomas Street

Wallsend 2287

Wallsend on Longworth

www.wallsendonlongworth.com.au

7 Longworth Avenue

Wallsend 2287

Brighton Apartments

www.thebrighton.com.au

157 Brighton Avenue

Toronto, Lake Macquarie 2283

How do I book team accommodation?

You will receive a link to the accommodation request web page in your selection pack.

Accommodation requests must be completed within 7 days of the team announcement.

Who organises the travel to Championship location?

Each player is responsible for their own travel.

Who organises the ground travel at the Championship location?

Each team will work out the travel for their team.

Who organises meals at the Championship location?

Each player is responsible for their meals.

What are some of the costs involved in the tour?

PLAYER LEVY approximately$400, which covers:

Training expenses.

HAMC Levies, which includes Team Entries, Ground Hire and Umpires.

Team Management & Medical Support.

Accommodation (approximate only)

(Prices based on multi room apartments where all beds are allocated.)

34s-50s - $600-$1,000 per Shared Room OR $1,000-$1,700 per Own Room.

55s-75s - $900-$1,500 per Shared Room OR $1,500-$2,500 per Own Room.

Note: 1,2 or 3 bedroom apartments are available, contact Masters Coordinator for price and availability.

Misc

Flights, Team Kitty, Ground Transport & Food: Approximately $1,000-$1,500.

Uniform: $150 (basic outfit)

When do I meet the rest of the team?

A meeting will be held for each team 7-10 days after the team announcement.

The meeting times will be included in your selection pack.

This meeting will be used to:

• Meet your team manager.
• Meet your team mates.
• Finalise uniform orders.
• Finalise accommodation requests.
• Finalise administrative details.

COACHES, TEAM MANAGERS & MEDICAL SUPPORT

Applications for coaching and support roles are now open.

To apply please follow this link:  APPLY HERE

Conflicting Commitments

Players with known conflicting commitments including other sports, work and/or holidays should put this in writing to State Teams Manager, James McCallum jmccallum@hockeyvictoria.org.au prior to the Final Player Assessments commencing. 

All the best with selection.