News - Hockey NSW

A weekend of hockey, heat and high spirits in Tamworth

The New Balance Regional Challenge brought the best of junior hockey to Tamworth for an unforgettable weekend of competition, growth, and fun! As the grand finale of the Centre of Development (COD) program, this event gave young athletes the perfect stage to put their skills to the test.

Mon 03 Mar 2025

Hockey NSW Adopts New FIH Regulation Changes for Athlete Safety

In a significant move to enhance player safety, Hockey NSW has announced that, effective immediately in 2025, all defending players will be required to wear a face mask during penalty corners, aligning with the latest regulation changes introduced by the International Hockey Federation (FIH).

Wed 19 Feb 2025

Squad Announcement: Hockeyroos unleash new electric talent for FIH Pro League in Argentina

The Hockeyroos are motivated to continue their winning start for 2025, naming a dynamic 18-strong squad to take on world number two Argentina and world number three Belgium at the next stage of the FIH Pro League in Argentina.

Fri 14 Feb 2025

Squad Announcement: Stars return to bolster Kookaburras’ charge in Argentina

The Kookaburras have announced the return of star players for the next FIH Pro League stage in Argentina to bolster the eight powerful debutants that pulled off a 4-2 win over the Olympic champions, the Netherlands, during the Sydney stage last week.

Thu 13 Feb 2025

Squad Announcement: Competition heats up as Kookaburras launch title defence in Sydney

Kookaburras coach Mark Hager has announced an exciting mix of powerful new talent and returning Olympians in his first 22-man squad for the FIH Pro League’s return to Sydney.

Tue 28 Jan 2025

Squad Announcement: Hockeyroos primed & ready to headline FIH Pro League’s return to Sydney

The Hockeyroos are eager to get 2025 off to a winning start, naming an energetic squad mixed with experience and in-form new talent for the FIH Pro League’s return to Sydney for the first time in two years.

Thu 23 Jan 2025

NSW Wrap-Up: 2025 National Indoor Championships

The 2025 National Indoor Championships showcased some of the best hockey talent from across the country, held at the Canberra National Hockey Centre from December 13-22, 2024, and January 5-19, 2025. Featuring 122 male and female teams competing across five age divisions, the event was a thrilling display of skill, teamwork, and sportsmanship.

Tue 21 Jan 2025

2025 Field State Championship Venues Announced

Hockey NSW is pleased to announce the venues and dates for the 2025 Field State Championships.

Fri 17 Jan 2025

World-class Indoor 2025 World Cup Squads Announced!

The Australian National Indoor hockey teams are primed for a history-making performance at the 2025 Indoor World Cup in Croatia, today unveiling experienced 12-strong women’s and men’s national teams.

Fri 20 Dec 2024

Mark Hager leads Kookaburras into a new era with competitive 2025 Squad

Kookaburras head coach Mark Hager is leading the men’s national team into an exciting new era, naming an initial 17-strong Kookaburras 2025 squad that boasts experience and impressive young talent.

Mon 16 Dec 2024

Burras and Jillaroos teams unveiled to secure 2025 Junior World Cup berths

The depth of Australian hockey talent will be on full display when the Jillaroos and Burras fight for Junior World Cup qualification in New Zealand next month.

Wed 11 Dec 2024

Electric new talent bolsters powerful 2025 Hockeyroos Squad

A raft of returning, exciting talent will strengthen a confident Hockeyroos squad heading into 2025 and beyond as head coach Katrina Powell names a 24-strong lineup with an eye to the LA 2028 Olympic Games.

Mon 09 Dec 2024

Future Champions Funding: Athlete and Coach Opportunity - Brisbane 2032

The Office of Sport and the Regional Academies of Sport are excited to announce a new one-off Future Champions funding to support Brisbane 2032 Olympic and Paralympic Games hopefuls living in the Far West and South East regions of NSW.

Wed 04 Dec 2024

Minns Labor Government Levels the Playing Field for Coffs Coast Hockey

The future of hockey in Coffs Harbour is secure after the Minns Labor Government announced it would provide $800,000 to Coffs Coast Hockey Association to upgrade Coffs Coast Hockey Centre. The Hockey Centre has been closed since July due to damage to the playing surface. The funding is being provided under the NSW Government’s Level the Playing Field Program which has invested more than $28 million in sports facilities across NSW to make them more inclusive for women and girls.

Tue 03 Dec 2024