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Hockey AustraliaAnnual Report 2006/2007

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M Fox *E Thompson *J H Powell * (1947)H A Cormie MBE * (1949)Dr M Hamilton * (1949)A H Imrie * (1949)A C Margarey * (1949)L Morris * (1949)K Ogilivie * (1949)D Somerville AM * (1949)R Taylor * (1949)E Tazewell * (1949)N Wicks * (1949)T Wicks * (1949)F Bage * (1950)D M Friend * (1950)M Irving * (1950)M Campbell* OBE (1951)A Clarke * (1951)W Rothwell * (1951)O P Wood * (1953)D Paul* MBE (1954)C Charlesworth * (1954)F H Levy * (1956)N J Marshall * (1957)K Langan (1958)F Newson * (1959)R Robinson* AM MBE (1959) P Goodridge * (1960)G Moir (1961)E Redfern * (1964)

N Clarke (1969)M Wilson AM (1971)D Corrigan (1972)M Josiffe* (1972)L Hodges * (1973)L Jolly OAM * (1973)F McNab OBE* (1974)N O’Shea * (1974)M Baker (1976)J Ferguson * (1976)A B Hardham (1977)E A Eastman OBE * (1978)G W Moessinger AM (1980)V Schaeffer * (1985)S Jamieson * (1985)B Brownlow OAM (1986)*M Murray (1986)J Webster OAM * (1986)F Yeend AM (1986)P G Ryan OBE (1988)J Viertel OAM (1988)H A Nederveen AM (1990)Sir Geoffrey Yeend AC CBE* (1991)S Davies AM (1994)P L Cohen OAM (1995)L Hailey AM (1996)J Hampton (1996)C B Nicholas OAM (1997)S B Pitt OAM (1998)M Cormack (1999)S Leece (1999)

P March (1999)H Oldenhove (1999)R Pascoe (1999)D Pirie MBE (1999)J Slade OAM (1999)P Tye OAM (1999)A Berry OAM (2000)D Piper (2000)J Quaite (2000)H Scraggs (2001)G Reid (2001)D Meredith (2002)

*deceased

Hockey Australia Life Members

Hockey Australia proudly acknowledges its sponsors

Contents

Message from the Australian Sports Commission...........................4 - 5

Vision and Mission Statement..............................................................6

Current Organisational Chart................................................................7

President’s Report................................................................................8

Chief Executive's Report .....................................................................9

The Year in Review......................................................................10 - 11

National Coach’s Report - Men...................................................12 - 13

National Coach’s Report - Women..............................................14 - 15

Game Development Report.........................................................16 - 18

Commercial Department Report..................................................18 - 19

Australian Hockey League Report ..............................................20 - 21

Oceania Hockey Federation Report....................................................21

International Hockey Federation Report..............................................22

Veterans Report..................................................................................22

Country Report....................................................................................23

Indoor Report......................................................................................23

State Reports................................................................................24-31

Results..........................................................................................32-37

Life Members.......................................................................................38

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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 2006/07, the Australian Government, through the Australian Sports Commission provided over $4.2 million to Hockey Australia in support of its programs including high performance, sport development and Indigenous sport. Additionally the Commission allocated over $1.2 million for the men’s and women’s Australian Institute of Sport residential hockey programs based in Perth. These programs primarily support the preparation of the national senior teams for major international competitions. The Commission also allocated a further $512,000 under the Australian Government Sport Training Grants scheme. This grants scheme, which is targeted at achieving outcomes at the 2008 Beijing Games, provides direct financial support to medal potential athletes.

The Commission recognises that Hockey Australia has continued to work to build its membership base and has provided significant support to its Member Associations including its support of programs such as ‘Hook in2 Hockey’.

On behalf of the Commission, I look forward to working with Hockey Australia in future for the betterment of Australian sport.

Mark A PetersChief Executive OfficerAustralian Sports Commission

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Our VisionOur Vision"Australian hockey - Fostering excellence for all""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.

Our MissionAchieving 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 "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 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 be done through managing Australia's international high performance program and maximising participation, enjoyment and community profi le."maximising participation, enjoyment and community profi le."

Our 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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Current Organisational ChartBoard of DirectorsPam Tye (President)

Ken Read (Vice President)Renita Garard (Finance Director)

Richard AggissStuart Carruthers

Bob ClaxtonDavid Gilbert

Stuart GrimshawJohn Hall

Danni Roche

High Performance Competition CommercialGame Development

Competitions CoordinatorTammy Standley

Women's Program Management Group Men's Program

HA CommissionsNational Training Centres

National CoachFrank Murray

Assistant Coach (Junior Teams)Katrina Powell

Scholarship CoachKate Starre

Performance AnalystIan Hicks

High Performance ManagerLiz Booth

AIS Administrative StaffAnne KonrathShayley McGurk-Davy

Administration AssistantTina Price

Coaching ManagerIan Rutledge

National CoachBarry Dancer

Assitant CoachColin Batch

Assistant Coach (Junior Teams)Mark Hager

Performance AnalystJason Duff

Australian Hockey LeagueChair - Danni Roche

Athlete'sChair - Renita Garard

IndoorChair -Dave Gilbert

Offi ciatingChair - Ken Read

CountryChair - Rowley Tompsett

VetaransChair - Bob Claxton

Marketing Advisory GroupChair - Stuart Carruthers

ACT - Anthony Thornton (women) Ben Bishop (men)

NSW - John Bessell (women) Larry McIntosh (men)

NT- Melissa Hall (women and men)

SA - Jason Butcher (women and men)

QLD - Mark Rutter (women) Greg Browning (men)

TAS - Andrew McDonald (women and men)

VIC - Toni Cumpston (women) John Mowat (men)

WA - Neil Hawgood (women) David Bell (men)

Game Development ManagerBrendan Denning

Game Development CoordinatorAdam Barnes

Membership - Development Offi cerJoshua Burt

Club - Development Offi cerKaren Kwok

AdministrationGeorgia Green

Chief ExecutiveLinden Adamson

Administration

Executive Offi cerDanielle Hurley

Administration AssistantCarmel Langan

Commercial ManagerStephen Aylward

Business Development CoordinatorGeorgie Herbert

Communications CoordinatorVacant

Marketing Offi cerVacant

Finance Offi cerKylie Scott-Heuvel

Note: Current at time of printing

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President's ReportThe year 2006/2007 has once again been a particularly busy and challenging one for Hockey Australia.

This year we have seen many changes occurring around the global hockey scene, with a number of leagues being introduced and in fact taking precedence in some areas over international competition.

Whilst there are no easy answers to the ever challenging need to win on the field and secure financial support and recognition in all aspects of the media, the need for us to accept these challenges and deal with them in a positive, pro-active and professional manner is imperative.

The necessity of having our teams constantly travelling and seeking international competition at the highest level, and to provide opportunities for umpires and other officials to adjudicate, is a reminder of our position in the world. This is not only from a geographical perspective, but from the position of success, the latter being borne out of previous administrators and management having sufficient foresight and tenacity to plan and position Australia in such a way that every opportunity is grasped to showcase our quality.

I hope this remains viable and continues in such a positive way, but it requires commitment and passion from us all.We must always have representation on FIH, whether it is on committees or the Executive Board. Currently we have:

• Peter Cohen as Hon. Secretary General;• Renita Garard as Chair of the Athletes Panel, giving her a place around the EB table as well as holding a position on the Events and Competitions Committee;• Ken Read on the ECC and also highly respected in his Officiating capacity;• Richard Aggiss on the Rules Board; and now• Bob Claxton as Secretary/ Treasurer of the Oceania Hockey Federation.

With this team we are assured of continued influence at FIH, however all this takes time and energy and a real determination to continually promote Australia at all levels. To have representation in areas of decision making is so important to maintain the level of involvement we have enjoyed in the past. Oceania Continental Federation is an important entity and while it is difficult at times working in such an area geographically, there must be vigilance and enterprise to avoid hockey being absorbed into the Asian region. This would mean drastic changes to qualifying procedures for Olympic Games representation.

Our key competitor countries in hockey are obtaining many more resources to inject into coaching, sports medicine, etc. They are attracting many of our coaches and players. Will we be ready for a possible flow of players to other countries and what will this do to our sport as a whole?

Sport is widely recognised as a desirable community activity and resources are invested in order to attain health, economic and social benefits. In planning strategically we need to look at the overall impact on our sport.

Hockey forms partnerships with the Australian Government through the Australian Sports Commission, the Australian Olympic Committee, its sponsors and many other groups at community level to succeed in these objectives, yet we are continually challenged by other sports in increasing the participation numbers.

Innovation and change are underlying features of sport and hockey faces substantial challenges as we try to meet the broad changes facing us at the grass roots level.

Are we addressing these in our planning for the future?

Societal change – changing work patterns, particularly with young people, mean that our traditional delivery structures may no longer appeal to or coincide with the availability of potential participants.

Generational change – whilst I do not want to discuss gen. X or Y and the need for instant gratification, there are differences in attitude, culture and commitment and there is a need to look at the management of these changes if we are to succeed in growing our numbers.

Declining motor skill development in children – this is a direct result of less sport and physical activity in schools and an increase in sedentary activity both in homes and schools.

Community support for traditional sport as we know it – volunteers are becoming more difficult to recruit and retain and this can be directly linked with generational and societal change.

Whist the development of a new Strategic Plan in 2005 encompassed the need to improve communication at all levels and work cooperatively with the states to strengthen the national body, there is now an urgent need to consolidate these challenges and increase administrative capacity and responsiveness.

We must also look at operating more effectively in this challenging, contemporary environment.

Hockey Australia’s vision and mission remain unchanged:

-Our vision, ‘fostering excellence for all …’-Our mission, ‘ encourage, promote, develop and administer hockey at all levels in order to maintain Australian Hockey as a world leader and a game for everyone…’, imply that there has to be further development of strategies that allow for us to be at the cutting edge in all aspects, those of innovation and technology, talent identification, further development of our institute and academy system and reviewing the approach that exists in encouraging greater participation. Hockey Australia remains at the forefront of integrity of sport in Australia. Zero tolerance of performance enhancing drugs in our sport is a high priority and will continue to be.

I believe there is still a need to foster gender equity at all levels and encourage women to take on roles that will provide them with opportunities for leadership. There are women within the organisation who have received leadership grants in management and coaching from the ASC – Linda Hamersley in management, Katrina Powell and Kate Starre in coaching.

Throughout this report there is mention of a number of agencies to whom HA must pay tribute for support, advice and financial assistance. I would like to thank the ASC, AOC, the Australian Commonwealth Games Association and sponsors.

There is also information on the teams and their success, the umpires and other officiating personnel, the involvement of veterans, country, juniors. All these reflect upon the success of the sport of hockey and we must work diligently to maintain and improve the quality of every aspect of our organisation.

The National Coaches form an important and integral role in the success of our elite athletes. We are fortunate in that they have wonderful foresight and link the success of the team with a critical assessment of the development of players throughout Australia.

Thank you to those volunteers and professionals all over Australia, those who have contributed to the overall success of our hockey. It is through your dedication and passion for the sport and commitment of time that makes our sport what it is.

I am grateful to the Board who have ensured sound governance and effective operation at all times. There is a balance of skills, expertise and experience within the board and also a level of passion and interest that exemplifies our success and respect within the world of sport in Australia. I appreciate the positive responses to additional demands on your time and respect the level of robust, invigorating and positive debate within this organisation.

The commitment and professionalism of our staff must be recognised under the guidance of Linden Adamson. I thank you and your staff for the additional time and your willingness to take on any extra task that benefits HA.

Pamela M Tye AMPresident

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Chief Executive's ReportAs the organisation commenced a new reporting year on 1st July 2006, we aimed to consolidate and build on existing programs particularly in relation to participation growth, high performance and marketing the sport. We had experienced a very successful women’s Champions Trophy tournament in Canberra and the Melbourne Commonwealth Games in the previous reporting year on which to capitalise, but in the industry stability is not usually the norm and some unexpected challenges emerged in relation to staffing, the high performance program location and the inconsistent application throughout Australia of national development initiatives.

Game DevelopmentThe Game Development department has necessarily concentrated on the priority projects of participation growth and recruitment, the new coaching and officiating accreditation scheme and HockeyNet. The engagement of all State Associations to achieve consistency of delivery has been a major task, with differing outcomes.

The challenges of the acceptance of Hookin2Hockey at the expense of outdated alternative programs and the development of a national database that can be easily used for communication purposes continue to receive priority attention. Another challenge relates to umpire development. Australian officiating at the top level is absolutely world class, however there are some disturbing signs at lower levels that the number of officials, particularly umpires, coming through the system is insufficient. Some additional focus by the Officiating Commission (and State Associations) will be required during the next year and beyond.

GovernanceThe HA Board of Directors directs the organisation’s activities by the use of a rolling four year strategic plan and resources are allocated accordingly. To ensure continuous administration improvement, the Board has directed a facilitated review of the plan take place, as well as a long overdue examination of the current constitution. Both actions will occur during the 2007-08 reporting year. The Board also has a responsibility for the maintenance and development of policy documents and there are a number of drafts being considered. During the year a Junior Hockey policy and a re-drafted Anti-doping policy were approved.

Thanks to Board members for their commitment to HA and particularly the President for her support and leadership.

Financial PerformanceHA’s financial performance is heavily dependant upon the funding provided by the Australian government. Without this support the high performance programs in particular, would simply not be possible to implement, however acknowledgement of sponsor/partner support is also most appropriate and this occurs in detail in other sections of the annual report. Increased financial assistance from the corporate sector will allow additional discretionary expenditure to occur in programs of our choice.

The Australian Olympic Committee and the Australian Commonwealth Games Association continued to provide significant financial support for the international competition programs of the Australian teams.

A small operating surplus is anticipated for 2006-07.

During this reporting period David Kennedy decided to relinquish his position on the Board. David had been the Financial Director of HA since the organisation’s commencement in 2001 and before that with the men’s association. His volunteer contribution to Australian hockey has been enormous and my personal appreciation to David for his direction and supervision of our finances during that time.

Australian GovernmentHockey is one of the highest funded sports in Australia. This is due to a number of factors, including HA’s adherence to the strict accountability requirements and the Sports Commission perception of our management competence and also particularly the continued performances of the Australian teams at the highest level. If the latter are obstructed in any way the ramifications will be severe.

During the 2006-07 financial year, the government allocation to Hockey totalled about $6m. Of this a little over $0.5 was paid directly to players from the Australian Government Sports Training Grant scheme; $1.2m directed to the Australian Institute of Sport hockey program; and $4.2m to HA, mainly for high performance programs. It is therefore clear that it is imperative for senior management attention being placed on this crucial area of our operations, as without the support, programs would be restricted, with a resultant decrease in performance.

High PerformanceFull details of team results and reports from National Coaches are recorded elsewhere in the annual report, but some areas require comment. The performance objectives in the reporting year for both Australian teams were directed to the World Cups, the men in Germany and the women in Spain. That both teams finished second was in itself a huge achievement, but also resulted in disappointment by both teams losing in the final. Nevertheless congratulations to staff and the players for outstanding performances during those tournaments and throughout the year.

Our high performance programs are coach driven and we are extremely fortunate in Australian hockey that our National Coaches, Barry Dancer and Frank Murray are at the very top of their profession and the best (or amongst the best) in the world. They are focussed and demanding, but both also have a vision for Australian hockey that extends well beyond the term of their appointment. In 2007-08 however both will be working towards good results in Beijing and need the support of all to ensure we provide the teams the best possible opportunity for success. The competition at the top is very tough, with more teams than ever before a chance to medal.

During this reporting period a detailed process of submission and examination was undertaken by the Board to determine the best location for the program. That Perth was finally chosen after an exhaustive consideration had its critics, but it is time to move on and ensure the best possible outcomes are achieved for the program in particular and Australian hockey in general.

The fully integrated AIS/Australian teams program, supported by the eight National Training Centre programs, provides an excellent system for a country as large as Australia. The support of the AIS is fundamental to the high level daily training environment in Perth and the knowledge provided by AIS staff most valuable.

An unexpected challenge arose during the year, when a number of staff vacancies occurred. This is most unusual mid-way through an Olympiad, however we were able to obtain very high calibre replacements. Thank you to long-standing HA employees, Ray Dorsett, David Bell and Jeremy Davy, who left during the year after many years of excellent service.

ConclusionThank you to the HA staff in the National and High Performance offices for your work during the year and also to our colleagues in the State Associations. I wish to record my particular thanks to the management staff for their support during what was at times a very difficult year.

I look forward to a productive 2007-08.

Linden AdamsonChief Executive

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The year in review

Photos, from left to right, top to bottom: Hockeyroos celebrate their World Cup semi fi nal win against Spain (photo:Grant Treeby); 2006 World Cup Silver Medallists - Australia (photo: Grant Treeby); 2006 World Cup Silver Medallists- Australia (photo: Grant Treeby) Matthew Naylor - World Cup; Bevan George in action- World Cup Final (phtoto:Grant Treeby); Jamie Dwyer- World Cup Player of the Tournament (photo:Grant Treeby); Troy Elder is chaired from the fi eld after announcing his retirement - Australia v Netherlands Test series (Photo:Damien Rowett)

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Photos, from left to right, top to bottom: 2007 AHL Champions -The Smokefree WA Diamonds; Kim Walker takes a dive during the AHL fi nal; Finals action between the Queensland Blades and the Smokefree WA Thundersticks; Pam Tye presents Bevan George with the AHL Player of the League award; 2007 AHL Champions - The Queensland Blades;Players take some time out for the cameras at the AHL Launch; Players sign autographs at the AHL Launch; (photos: Damien Rowett)

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National Coach's Report - MenThe national men’s program continues to expand significantly. During the period that this report covers there has been an extensive program for our national senior team and our national development program.

National Senior Program: In July and August last year our national squad was in the final stages of preparation for the 2006 World Cup scheduled for September in Monchengladbach.

The major objective of the group since our success in Athens was to win this event. It was coupled with our efforts to ensure that there was a sustained period of success in the intervening period between the Olympics and the World Cup. Winning the 2005 Champion’s Trophy and the 2006 Commonwealth Games were important milestones but our overall success during this period was ultimately going to be measured by our result at the World Cup.

At the Champion’s Trophy in July we produced some mixed performances. In a very close competition we finished a disappointing 4th. There appeared to be four teams (Holland, Germany, Spain and ourselves) that had set themselves apart from the rest as the favoured teams for the World Cup. Undoubtedly there were going to be other teams that would challenge strongly for places in the semi-finals.

In August the Kookaburras completed a successful 4-test series against Korea in Canberra and Rockhampton. We competed with our World Cup Team that was finalised at the completion of the Champion’s Trophy Tour and these matches played a very important role in our final preparations. Against strong opposition the team’s performance was more consistent in these matches than on our previous couple of tours. This certainly provided the team with some confidence on the eve of the World Cup.

Our performance at the World Cup built after a disappointing result in our first match when we lost 1-3 to Spain. We progressively built some momentum in our pool matches and were well placed for our semi-final against Korea. After being challenged strongly in this match we lifted our performance in the second half to get a deserved victory.

The final was a repeat of the 2002 World Cup with Germany beating us with a better second half performance. After getting to a 3-1 lead shortly after half-time it was devastating to our team to concede three goals in nine minutes and not be able to retrieve the situation in the last quarter of the game.

In various parts of our team there was a significant element of devastation and disbelief immediately after the final and there was a significant grieving process that the squad endured in the ensuing months after the World Cup. Hence it was a very appropriate time for the national team program to have rest period for the remainder of 2006. For the majority of our squad based in Australia it was an important period for recovery, regeneration and physical conditioning.

In October an AIS Team toured Asia with 2 matches against Korea, 5 against Malaysia and 3 matches against strong club teams in Korea. Our team consisted primarily of some national senior and development squad members who needed further exposure against quality opposition with different playing styles and in matches played in different playing conditions. This was a very demanding tour against some quality opposition teams that provided exactly what these players needed.

After this tour our national senior and development squads were reviewed. A six-monthly review of these squads has now become the normal process.

In 2007 we commenced our national program with four test matches against Holland in Australia. We had a very even series and we were fortunate to achieve a 2-0 result. We were able to introduce four debutants in these matches in our efforts to broaden the squad so to be able to achieve this result whilst exposing new players was a pleasing outcome.

In February we hosted the Chinese National Team at the AIS in Perth

and had a successful series of matches with an AIS team that included primarily an emerging group of players. In these matches the team recorded 3 wins, 1 draw and 1 loss. More importantly it gave us a further development and assessment opportunity for this group of players and also gave our national program our first look at the Chinese team.

The AHL in March and April again provided an invaluable opportunity to assess our players in a relatively level playing field. At the conclusion we announced our selection of the national senior and development squads for the period up to the Olympic qualifying tournament scheduled for September.

The international program for that period included the Azlan Shah invitational tournament in Malaysia in May, a European tour for our national team in July, a European tour for an AIS team in July/August, the Beijing Olympic Test Event in August and the Oceania Cup in September.

At the Azlan Shah Cup we were able to expose three players from our development squad in our selection to further broaden our squad. We were successful in winning that 8-nation tournament with teams from Asia and America. It was encouraging to observe the improvement of the team throughout that tournament and the progress in some particular areas of our game.

The European tour in July consisted of eight matches (two against Belgium, three against Germany and three against Spain ). Our record of six wins and two losses (both against Germany) was a reasonable outcome against this quality of European opposition. The two performances in the matches we lost against Germany were below par but we were able to again play our best hockey at the end of our tour in the Spanish leg.

The AIS tour to Europe was very demanding with 10 matches (three against Ireland, two against Scotland, two against England B and three against Belgium). This was a very successful tour with the team winning 9 of the matches with the only loss against the England B Team in a match where we had generally much more of the game than the opposition. The highlight of this tour was a 3-0 whitewash of Belgium who have just recently achieved qualification for the Beijing Olympics. The experience gained by a number of players in this team on previous AIS tours served the group well and these results augur well for our program’s medium term future.

Overall on these two tours we were able to expose 37 players against various European teams and styles. This was a deliberate strategy at this stage of our Olympic program to provide for quality exposure for a broad group.

The Beijing Test Event provided a valuable 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.

At the time of writing this event is still to be completed. The result at this event will play an important consequences in regards to funding and planning for the remainder of our Olympic program.

Development Programs:As I’ve mentioned in previous reports our development programs have become more comprehensive in recent years.

Camps for subgroups have been decentralised and conducted in various National Training Centre locations as well as at the AIS in Perth. In November last year a training camp for youth squad goal-keepers was conducted in Brisbane and in June this year a camp for goalkeepers and penalty corner fl ickers was conducted at AIS Perth.

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The international competition program for our national youth squad has included a national junior squad camp and a successful series of matches against the Korean Junior Team in Canberra in August last year. Also, a team was selected from the national junior squad to compete in the Sydney Olympic Youth Festival in January and this team won the men’s competition of four teams.

The activities of the program have been well supported by state in-stitutes and academies and NTC Coaches have provided invaluable coaching support.

Changes in our Program:In this twelve-month period there have been uncharacteristically a signifi cant number of changes in our personnel.

On the staffi ng side we have seen two core staff member resign and move to different career paths. Ray Dorsett (high performance man-ager) and Jeremy Davy (performance analyst) resigned in the latter part of 2006. Both provided invaluable contributions to our men’s na-tional program over a number of yours and will be sorely missed. In addition NTC coaches Robert Haigh (SA) and Terry Evans (NT and ACT) have taken on other positions. Both of these coaches brought various qualities to our high performance program and have made a contribution over a signifi cant period.

David Bell has returned to a coaching role as the WA men’s program coach and Jason Duff has taken on the national performance analyst position. Ian Rutledge has taken over the coaching manager position vacated by David Bell. Jason Butcher has moved from his NTC position at NT to SA. Liz Booth has commenced as the high performance manager. All of these staff bring qualities and experi-ence well suited to their new positions.

In addition Ben Bishop (ACT) and Melissa Hall (NT) are two new additions to our NTC high performance coaching network and I am confi dent they will bring an energy and commitment that will provide refreshment for our coaching group.

Within our playing group Troy Elder and Michael McCann an-nounced their retirements. Both players had very distinguished careers and we wish them well for the future.

The other major issue impacting on our high performance program during this period was the decision on the location of the Hockey Australia High Performance program. The decision to retain Perth as the location has certainly eliminated the signifi cant potential for disruption to our program in the remaining twelve months of our Olympic program.

Summary:In summary this twelve month period has included immense disap-pointment at falling short of our ultimate goal of winning the World Cup, noticeable progress of the development arm of our program, varied preparation strategies for our fi nal assault on the Beijing Ol-ympic Games and an important step in resolving the location of the

AIS/HA High Performance Unit for a signifi cant period into the future.

Barry DancerHead Coach

Australian Men’s Hockey Team

Photos, top to bottom: Brent Livermore and Michael Boyce in action against Japan- World Cup; Australia Versus Spain, World Cup Final; Jamie Dwyer -World Cup (photos: Grant Treeby);

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National Coach's Report - WomenThe focus of the 2006/2007-year was the World Cup and the second placing is an indication that we are competitive with the top group of teams.

The eight months post the World Cup has been a difficult period with player retirements, injury issues to a group of players, and some staff movement impacting on performance.

The continued development of players from the 2005 Junior World Cup and their integration into the senior group remains a key focus for us. Indeed with the retirements of Karen Smith and Wendy Beattie post the World Cup and the chronic knee injury to Donna-Lee Patrick our midfield now consists almost entirely of players 21years or younger.

High Performance Program StructureThe Program continues to be delivered across eight National Training Centres and the HA High Performance Centre in Perth.

This 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. The support from the institutes has been excellent and consistent with the adage that ‘the enemy is offshore’.

Unfortunately this support has been mitigated somewhat by the competing objective of some of the state associations and the objective that their local AHL team ‘wins’. In 2007, this resulted in the absurd situation of import players from New Zealand being placed in key playmaking positions ahead of Australian players being groomed for these positions in the Beijing team. The impact of these decisions has been significant and more thought and discussion needs to be had before this is allowed to happen again.

Squad StructureThe women’s program has a base squad structure that consists of three mutually exclusive squads: National Senior, Development and Junior Squads. In addition, in the latter half of 2006, a ‘target squad’ was formed with the Australian Youth Olympic Festival in mind.

In 2006/2007, at any one time, twenty individual scholarships were available for athletes wishing to attend the HA/AIS High Performance Centre in Perth.

Thirty-two short-term scholarships covering twenty-six athletes were allocated over the same period. These scholarships were funded jointly by the AIS, HA and the individuals’ State Institute or Academy. As well as assisting in ensuring a consistency of standards and expectations across the network, they are important value adding activities in the identification and development process.Staffing

Ten coaches were employed full-time within the women’s program; eight NTC coaches (3 jointly with the men’s program) and two National Coaches. In addition a full-time scholarship coach was located within the Perth program.

Des King was lost to the Perth program early in 2007 when he resigned his National Junior Coach position to return to Brisbane for personal reasons. Katrina Powell has been elevated from the Coaching Scholarship position in 2005/2006 to the National Junior Coaching position. Kate Starre has taken on the Coaching Scholarship position for 2007/2008.

Whilst Des has decided to pursue a different career path, he has been added on a part-time basis to the Queensland coaching staff. He provides valuable support to Mark Rutter in an area that is the base for a subgroup of our most senior players.

Trish Heberle has returned from England and with Clover Maitland joins the Perth staff in a part-time capacity.

International CompetitionIn 2006/2007 the Senior Team played 30 matches for 15 wins, 6 draws and 9 losses.

Over the same period, the AIS/ Australia ‘A’ Team played 11 matches against senior international teams; China (2 wins and 1 loss), France (4wins) and Belgium (4wins).

The Junior Team played 10 matches: New Zealand Series (3 wins), Great Britain Series (1 win, 1 draw and 1 loss) and the Australian Youth Olympic Festival (2 wins and 2 losses).

The World Cup result was significant. Australia finished on top of its pool with 4 wins and 1 draw before winning the semi-final against Spain and then going down to the Netherlands in the final.

We will get return for the increased investment in our emerging senior, developing and junior players as we move closer to Beijing. There is no doubt that there is a good group of talented young players coming through and that this talent is spread over the whole field.

Program AheadThe strong performance of the New Zealand women’s team and China winning the Asian games, has ensured a quota of two teams qualify for the Olympics from the Oceania zone.

All National squad players will relocate to Perth in February of 2008. This is made possible by the generous support of the Australian Government through the Australian Government Sports Training Grant, the Australian Olympic Committee through Medal Incentive Funding and the AIS and HA by the provision of a weekly living allowance.

The results in the 2006 World Cup are encouraging, but there is little between the top eleven countries in women’s hockey.

We will need our young players to shoulder their share of the load and the senior players to play at their very best if we are to finish in the top two in our pool and have a chance at the finals.

We will also require the support and understanding of everyone in Australian Hockey – detail matters.

Frank MurrayNational Coach

Australian Women's Hockey Team

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Photos, left to right, top to bottom: The Hockeyroos celebrating a semi fi nal win against Spain- World Cup; Emily Halliday - World Cup; Nikki Hudson- World Cup; Rebecca Sanders in action-World Cup; Wendy Beattie takes a dive- World Cup; Wendy Beattie - World Cup (photos: Grant Treeby)

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Game Development2006-07 has been a year of continued progress in many areas for Game Development, however there are also areas where progress needs to be escalated. The organisation’s overall strategic goals and objectives are all very current and relevant and provide strong direction to the Game Development department and national network of stakeholders.

In being critical of the year’s achievements, there is a continued lack of cohesion experienced between the national and state organisation’s in terms of strategic objectives – despite State Association input to the plan. This will be a continued focus of the Game Development department in 2007-08 in terms of ensuring the links between national and state plans are made stronger

Central to the achievements within the Game Development area has been the continued retention of staff within the national office during the year. This has enabled the knowledge base to grow and the focus on a range of long-term initiatives to be continued.

National Hockey CensusHockey Australia this year conducted the National Hockey Census without the assistance of an external company. The Census again collected data on club, association and school players and participant numbers.

The Census provides Hockey Australia and state/ territory associations with objective data regarding the number of players participating in hockey across Australia and trends at the grassroots level. Participation information is important for both game development and marketing strategies.

A different approach to data collection was taken, in that initial contact was made via email providing a link to the Hockey Australia website to complete the Census details. This was monitored and assessed in terms of completion rates, with email attachments and hard copy versions also used for distribution where required.

The 2006 Census revealed that there are 137,924 players and 184,717 participants. There was a 6.59% increase in player numbers and a 4.29% increase in participation from 2005 to 2006.

Club and modified player numbers increased from 2005, but there was a decrease of approx 11,000 school hockey players.

Over the three years that the Census has been conducted, there has found to be an 18.26% increase in players, but only a 9.15% increase in participation.

Hockey Australia would like to thank the clubs and associations who participated in the census.

Rookey & Hook in2 HockeyThis Annual report coincides with the conclusion of the Australian Sports Commission’s (ASC) three-year Targeted Participation Growth Program funding ($390,000 in total) that was used to support Hook in2 Hockey. There have been approx 8,000 new hockey participants as a consequence of Hook in2 Hockey during the period of funding support from the ASC.

The promotion of Hook in2 Hockey has also been aided by the ongoing presence of the program Ambassadors and Olympic Gold medallists, Liam De Young and Angie Lambert (nee Skirving). Both Ambassadors have given their time to visit Hook in2 Hockey centres during the year and also promote the program during the AHL and at international matches around Australia. Liam and Angie have also agreed to be the Ambassadors for the Rookey program.

Just Hockey concluded their association with Hook in2 Hockey this year after providing support as the program’s official equipment supplier. Hockey Australia would like to acknowledge this support during Just Hockey’s involvement in establishing Hook in2 Hockey.

Rookey and Hook in2 Hockey form the first steps of what is recognised and promoted by HA as hockey’s Player Participation Pathway. HA and states have worked collaboratively to establish a club-based recruitment program in Hook in2 Hockey, and a school-focused participation program in Rookey.

It is the belief of many that hockey needs to have fewer ‘brands’ in the junior participation market, and that the value of those brands that have been established needs to be significantly built upon. The position and relevance of Minkey in the junior hockey marketplace is central to this. 2007/08 will see Hockey Australia focus more upon the consistency of the Hook in2 Hockey brand nationally, and attempt to simplify participation in hockey by the integration of existing junior recruitment programs such as Minkey, under the Hook in2 Hockey program brand.

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.

HockeyNetDuring the year 2006/07 HockeyNet provider SportingPulse earned the position of Australia’s second-most popular sporting website (beaten only by afl.com.au) Three Hockey Association sites are in SportingPulse’s top 13 client sites – including the number 1 and number 2 most viewed sites in Australia.

At the conclusion of the financial year there are now over 160,000 individuals registered on HockeyNet, which represents growth of more than 60% again this year.

Owing to discussions held between Hockey Australia and SportingPulse, the existing agreement for the provision of HockeyNet was revisited, resulting in no users (at state, regional or club level) now paying any costs for the use of HockeyNet. This is a significant reversal of the previous agreement, and the next twelve months will see even further benefits being put in place for hockey stakeholders/ users of HockeyNet.

Training continues to be conducted in all states and territories with further local training facilitated by the HockeyNet Coordinators based in each state/ territory office.

Hockey Australia is continuing to work with the state/ territory associations and SportingPulse to continually improve HockeyNet for all clubs and associations in Australia.

Indigenous ProgramThe 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.

Later in the year HA, through ASC funding, established an Indigenous Talent Identification program, which we believe will greatly assist in the development of players into national squads. Joe Kelly has been employed as the Co-ordinator , working from the NT Institute of Sport in Darwin.

Female Apprentice Coach ProgramThe inaugural Female Apprentice Coach Program was completed during the Women’s AHL Finals week in Brisbane. Four of the original six coaches were present for the workshop, including one of whom was coaching an AHL team (for the second successive year). The program was successful in that the coaches expressed that being involved in the program did tangibly provide them with greater

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opportunities than those they believe would have been forthcoming otherwise. Continued initiatives in increasing the presence of elite female coaches will be implemented during the next year, driven primarily by Hockey Australia’s Coaching Manager, Ian Rutledge.

HockeyEd – HA’s New Coaching & Officiating Accreditation‘HockeyEd’ commenced implementation during this year – the revised version of the NCAS and NOAS structures.

Coaching and Umpiring disciplines have now been revised and have moved from a three-level structure to a five-level structure:

Coach Structure

Umpire Structure

HockeyEd has a significant website presence on the HA website, including the two lowest levels of coaching and umpiring accreditation being conducted primarily online. All currently accredited coaches and umpires were sent correspondence outlining details of the HockeyEd program and changes to their individual accreditation.

Umpire Coach and Technical Official disciplines will be reviewed during the next twelve-month period.

SportEd Victoria’s Manager, Les Bee, has been instrumental in the extensive review and implementation of HockeyEd, and Hockey Australia is very appreciative of the assistance and expertise provided by Les.

HA will continue to develop the required program resources as well as work with State and Territory Association’s in ensuring assessment/ quality control/ access to programs is tailored for each environment.

Officiating CommissionThe Officiating Commission held one face to face meeting during the year. Outcomes and initiatives of the Commission this year have included:• Funding be made available to ensure attendance of Australian officials at key tournaments given a more proactive approach in seeking appointments is to occur;• Development of women officials be made a priority;• Officiating Commission to develop future international Tournament Director/ Umpire Manager’s via a 5 year succession plan;• Improvement of state officiating structure/personnel/ procedures via research and communication with key state personnel.

Official of the YearHockey 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 - either: • Improvement / development • Achievement • Contribution to development of officiating in Australia – at club, regional, state or national level.

This is the fourth year that Hockey Australia has recognised this award. Women’s Official of the YearThe final women's nominees for 2006 were:Melissa Trivic (WA) Lisa Roach (NSW)Julie Ashton-Lucy (Qld)Jan Hadfield (Qld) The Winner of the Women's Official of the Year 2006, Jan Hadfield, achieved the following:Member of Hockey Queensland High Performance Umpiring Commission; HQ Umpiring Committee; HQ Umpire Mentor Program Coordinator; Umpire Manager – Commonwealth Games, World Cup and Champions Trophy - representing an unprecedented leadership role within international officiating; and the 2006 AHL Women’s Umpire Coach.

Men’s Official of the YearThe final men's nominees for 2006 were:Paul Ludwig (Qld)Dan Johnston (WA) The Winner of the Men's Official of the Year 2006, Paul Ludwig, achieved the following:Member of Hockey Queensland High Performance Umpiring Commission; HQ Umpiring Committee; HQ Umpire Mentor Program – as the South East Qld mentor; Umpire Coach – State U18 Men, Open Men, Premier League Men in Qld; Umpired (with distinction) at Commonwealth Games in Melbourne and is currently ranked as a Grade 1 International Umpire by the FIH; Member of Men’s AHL Finals Panel.

International Appointments 2006/07Tournament DirectorKen Read, 11th Men’s World CupRosie Stern, 15th Women’s Champions Trophy

Umpire ManagerDon Prior, 11th Men’s World CupJan Hadfield, 11th Women’s World CupJan Hadfield, 14th Women’s Champions Trophy

JudgeDallas Riseley, 28th Men’s Champions TrophyRosie Stern, 11th Women’s World CupCyril Dakiniewicz, 2nd Men’s Indoor World Cup

UmpireJudy Barnesby, 14th Women’s Champions TrophyTim Pullman, 28th Men’s Champions TrophyMelissa Trivic, 4 Nations Invitational TournamentDavid Gentles, 11th Men’s World CupMurray Grime, 11th Men’s World Cup, Pan-American Games (Brazil)Minka Woolley, 11th Women’s World Cup, Women’s Champions Challenge(Baku)Tim Pullman, 15th Asian GamesLisa Roach, 15th Women’s Champions Trophy, 2nd Women’s Indoor World CupDavid Saunders, 2nd Men’s Indoor World Cup Paul Ludwig, 16th Sultan Azlan Shah Cup TournamentJulie Ashton-Lucy, 11th Women’s World Cup, Pan-American Games (Brazil)

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Game DevelopmentInternational (FIH) Panel Representation

OUTDOORWorld PanelDavid GentlesMurray GrimeTim PullmanJulie Ashton-LucyJudith BarnesbyMinka Woolley

World Development Panel (Grade 1 Umpires for grading)Lisa Roach

Grade 1Stewart DearingPaul Ludwig

Promising Umpires List (international umpires for upgrading to grade 1)Melissa Trivic

International UmpiresKieren DelandAdam KearnsAnnette AsplinLynn Cowie-McAlisterAngela Street

INDOORGrade 1David SaundersLisa Roach

International UmpiresMark Sandhu

AWARDSGolden whistle Judy Barnesby 2007, presented by the FIH to mark the achievement of umpiring at 100 international matches.

Brendan DenningManager - Game Development

During the last 12 months the Commercial Department has overseen a number of initiatives and put in place new structures to attract corporate sponsorship and increase patronage at hockey events. The updated website has also had an impact and will continue to be improved upon for greater communication and commercial purposes. The profile of the National teams has been enhanced via appearances of the Kookaburras and the Hockeyroos in mainstream media as well as public appearances.

National Marketing WorkshopCommunication between the National body and the State Association marketing departments via the inaugural National Marketing Workshop held in December has led to improved techniques in attracting spectators to the sport as well as the sharing of information relating to sponsorship acquisition, national marketing campaigns, use of resources, purchasing on a greater scale and a number of other initiatives. Alerting members on the host State’s databases regarding impending international matches was an initiative that achieved success and this technique will continue to be used for attracting spectators to our major events. The email sent to members on the specific databases encouraged the recipients to send the information onto their friends and contacts, increasing awareness to a new group of people. The workshop also highlighted the need for collective purchasing on items that are common among all hockey Associations. This particular initiative has already had some success with more bulk purchasing prospects being targeted.

Promotion of EventsDuring July the Korean Men’s team played in a 4 match test series in Canberra and Rockhampton. The attendance for the series was extremely positive with promotion for the matches being well organised and concentrated. Extra activities such as half time entertainment supported by two of our sponsors in Asics and Skins also proved to be highly popular and added to the enjoyment of the matches. Items to increase the atmosphere were also distributed to the spectators and

helped in improving the overall experience and atmosphere. The particular promotional items that have added to the atmosphere at our international matches and the AHL included hand clappers, thundersticks and other giveaways all of which proved to be very popular with the younger spectators in particular. All of the items were branded with the Hockey Australia logo increasing the profile of the organisation.

The Kookaburras played the Dutch in late January early February with Canberra and Brisbane hosting the series. The event proved to be particularly popular and very well promoted with a number of initiatives put in place by both host States adding to the success. In Canberra players attended the local Safeway store to assist in the drought relief promotion and this activity attracted local television and other media. Once again we were able to attract corporate support for the half time entertainment with Skins offering the lucky participants in each of the challenges a set of Skins garments and the winner of each challenge received a voucher to the value of $500. A survey was also conducted on a sample of spectators at the Brisbane matches and the information collected from the surveys will be utilised to improve future events.

A launch was held in Brisbane in February to promote the Australian Hockey League (AHL) season in conjunction with Queensland Hockey Promotions, who did a wonderful job in helping to attract media and the general public to lift the profile of the League. The launch resulted in good media exposure throughout the country and achieved a page 3 story in the Courier-Mail. Initiatives used by the HA and States to increase awareness and patronage to the AHL were also successful with a new theme of ‘Fast ‘n Furious’ being used in all collateral for the tournament and increasing the exposure with clubs being provided with posters for the awareness of purposes.

A marketing plan for the Hook in2 Hockey program conducted

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Commercial Departmentthroughout Australia has also been developed and will be instrumental in attracting more clubs and associations to deliver the program and therefore lead to greater participation.

MediaThe major events for the year were the Men’s and Women’s World Cups held in Germany and Spain respectively. The media interest for both of these events was very pleasing with extensive coverage throughout the major daily newspapers, radio and television. The preparation of media kits prior to all events that the Hockeyroos and Kookaburras compete in has continued to be of high value and assists in the events being publicised. The peak media coverage was around the World Cups and the Champion’s Trophies. Coverage of the World Cups and the Champion’s Trophies on Fox Sports also providing further good television coverage for the sport. Fox Sports have committed to broadcasting all World Level Events until the end of 2008. Other media opportunities for the year included the appearance of Hockeyroos and Kookaburras players on prime time national television for an episode of Family Feud which went to air during May.

Website/CommunicationsThe new website was launched in February and has been extremely well received by the hockey community and our partners. The website now offers multi-media benefits for visitors with interviews of players and coaches available as well as video clips of highlights from matches. Both of these functions have added significantly to the visitor time and increased the insight into the Hockeyroos and Kookaburras and other news items that are not otherwise picked up in the mainstream media. An e-newsletter is also produced and forwarded to the registered members providing further information about national teams and other activities of the organisation. As the website continues to evolve and new opportunities are presented the commercial viability of the site will be further enhanced. Discussions involving a partner into the further commercialisation of Hockey Australia’s digital asset have also progressed during the period. The contacts with corporate entities that this particular organisation has is central to the potential partnership.

SponsorshipSponsorship for the period resulted in the addition of Accor for a term of 3 years as the Official Accommodation Provider to Hockey Australia. The agreement with Accor includes both a cash component and contra value. Kookaburra Sport also joined as the Official Equipment Supplier for the Hook in2 Hockey program for a 3 year term. This particular agreement has strengthened the relationship with Kookaburra who is also the Official Supplier of balls and bags to the Hockeyroos and Kookaburras and a cash sponsor of the organisation. A number of leads were provided and in some instances are still being followed up with a certain degree of confidence in the attainment of more sponsors to the organisation. Narelle Finch, based in Perth, who joined our organisation in April of 2006 as a sponsorship consultant has continued to offer her guidance and knowledge in regards to sport sponsorship. Narelle’s business has recently employed a staff member in Melbourne, who also actively contacts corporations to increase our corporate support.

Thank you to the Australian Sports Commission, Australian Olympic Committee, Australian Commonwealth Games Association, Kookaburra Sport, Asics, Skins and Accor for their continued support.

I would like to thank all of the members of the Commercial Department for their dedication and hard work over the year. With all of the progress made the commercialisation of the sport is set for further advancement in the forthcoming year.

Stephen AylwardCommercial Manager

Photos,top to bottom:The Hockeyroos take on the Kookaburra's on Bert's Family Feud-from left:Suzie Faulkner, Travis Brooks, Nikki Hudson, Kate Hollywood, Liam DeYoung, Matthew Wells and Kobie McGurk (photo:Lisa Janssen); Sarah O'Connor, Aaron Hopkins, Kate Hollywood and Angie Lambert show off their skills at the AHL Launch; (photo: Damien Rowett) Skins Half Time Challenge - Kookaburras v Netherlands Test Series (photo: Damien Rowett)

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Australian Hockey LeagueFollowing the 2006 AHL season Hockey Australia undertook a review examining all aspects of the AHL with the aim of determining state association’s thoughts on marketing, media, communication, cost and structure. Following the review it was determined that the structure for 2007 would remain the same which then saw the 2007 AHL comprising four rounds of home and away games followed by a one week finals series for the men and women.

Spectator numbers during the round games were up by about 2000 people on the reported figures from 2006. The men’s final numbers were significantly down following the incredible support shown in Tasmania last year, while the women’s numbers were disappointing but an improvement on Adelaide in 2006. The fact that the finals were played over Easter in Queensland may have been a contributing factor to the lower then usual spectator support in the state.

2007 saw some interesting results during the men’s finals week with the Adelaide Hotshots managing to finish in fifth position after not winning a game during the regular season. This lead to discussion regarding play-offs for the last four positions and while verbal feedback indicated a preference for a changing the finals format, when states and coaching staff were surveyed there was a mixed response. While Hockey Australia is yet to make a decision on this issue prior to the 2008 season, the recommendation based on the majority of feedback and international regulations will be to retain the status quo.

In 2007 men’s league saw some fierce competition with 18 of the 88 matches (20%) going into extra time. As in 2006 the determining of the final four positions came down to the last round. In a surprising twist the two teams sitting in third and fourth positions after round six ended up playing off for the wooden spoon.

The women’s competition was similarly close at the top of the table with the Queensland Scorchers, Western Australia Diamonds and New South Wales Arrows dominating the round games. The Arrows narrowly missed out on playing off for the title due to goal difference, while the Paspaley Territory Pearls and Adelaide Suns finished the finals series in the same position as the round matches.

Both finals were close exciting affairs showcasing some of the best hockey players in the country/world.

Once again communication between HA and State Associations prior to the league was constant and informative. In 2007 the men’s competition was overseen by experienced tournament director Dallas Riseley, while Christine MacKinnon did a fantastic job during her first time in this role at the AHL level. Both were an absolute pleasure to work with and ensured that the competitions ran smoothly for players and administrators alike.

Hockey Australia is continually seeking feedback from state associations and other stake holders on ways to decrease costs and increase revenue through marketing and promotion.

On behalf of Hockey Australia I would like to thank those who have provided input over the past twelve months as they continue to find ways to improve the running and showcasing of our premier domestic hockey competition.

Photos, top to bottom: Smokefree WA Thudersticks team huddle-AHL fi nal; Ken McElligott presents Suzie Faulkner (QLD Scorchers) with Goal Scorer of the Tournament; The Adelaide Hotshots take on the Northpharm Territory Stingers; (Photos:Damien Rowett)

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Women’s Final Standings

1. SmokeFree WA Diamonds2. Queensland Scorchers3. Victorian Vipers4. NSW Arrows 5. Canberra Labor Club Strikers6. Wrest Point Van Demons7. Paspaley Territory Pearls8. Adelaide Suns

2007 AHL Player of the League: Rebecca Sanders (NSW Arrows)2007 Highest Goal Scorer: Suzie Faulkner (QLD Scorchers)2007 Player of the Final: Kim Walker (SmokeFree WA Diamonds)

Men’s Final Standings

1. Queensland Blades2 SmokeFree WA Thundersticks3 Victorian Vikings4 MIA Tasmanian Tigers5 Adelaide Hotshots6. Northpharm Territory Stingers7. NSW Waratahs8. Canberra Labor Club Lakers

2007 AHL Player of the League: Bevan George (SmokeFree WA Thundersticks)2007 Highest Goal Scorer: Marcus Richardson (MIA Tassie Tigers) 2007 Player of the Final: Mark Knowles (Queensland Blades)

Tammy StandleyCompetitions Coordinator

Oceania Hockey Federation

The 2006 - 2007 year saw the completion of the Strategic Plan for OHF at the meeting of the Executive held at Eastbourne, Lower Hutt, New Zealand on 2nd and 3rd July 2007. The Strategic Plan is designed by direction of our major funding source (FIH) to comply with the FIH Strategic Plan. The emphasis of this plan is on assistance for the Island Members as is seen from the Mission Statement:

To encourage, promote, develop and administer hockey in the Island members of Oceania with the long term objective of genuine international participation in the sport by these members. To continue to work with the NA's of Australia and New Zealand so as to maintain hockey as an Olympic Sport on the Olympic Programme.

The key objectives of the Plan are in line with the FIH Strategic Plan.

1. Maintain Hockey as an Olympic Sport on the Olympic Programme.2. Provide assistance and guidance to National Associations (particularly Island members).3. Manage, facilitate and provide for Continental Tournaments to an approved plan.4. Increase the sport's appeal in member countries.5. Ensure that hockey in Oceania is a sport for all.6. Ensure that the Oceania Federation is professional and efficient in all it does. Make the sport in Oceania more affordable.7. Increase sources and level of income to ensure the plan can be implemented.8. Recognise the role and interests of athletes and ensure that Hockey is a safe and fair sport.

The operating initiatives include plans to: • Establish a regular event for NA's to be held each odd year in addition to the South Pacifi c Games.

• Provide representation and leadership to established Olympic and Commonwealth Games competitors and aspirants.

• Liaise with FIH, ONOC, HA and HNZ as to funding.

It is hoped that the objectives and initiatives set out in the Plan can be achieved by the employment of Gill Gemming as CDO and Administrator – an increase from two days per week to four. However this initiative cannot be realised without increased funding. ONOC have already made a contribution to enable one extra day and FIH are expected to match that contribution.

Island members are continuing to be involved in qualifi cation for the Olympic Games. Four Members participated in a women’s pre-qualifi er at the SPG and the fi rst two Nations (PNG and Fiji) attended the qualifi er at Buderim. PNG men also joined Australia and New Zealand at Buderim.

Oceania Hockey Federation Office Bearers for 2005-06

President Derek Wilshere (NZ)Secretary/Treasurer Ken Read (AUS)Continental Development Officer Gill Gemming (NZ)

Ken ReadSecretary/Treasurer

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Veterans

International Hockey FederationPeter Cohen Honorary Secretary GeneralRichard Aggis Hockey Rules BoardKen Read Events & Competitions Committee, Disciplinary CommissionJohn Giles Equipment CommitteeDavid Christison Marketing CommitteeRenita Garard Chair- Athlete's Panel, Events & Competitions CommitteeDon Davies Chair - Disciplinary Commission

The commitment of the abovementioned representatives to their respective roles within the FIH is acknoweldged by Hockey Australia.

This year has seen the consolidation of the Veterans Commission. There has been strengthening of the relationship between Hockey Australia and the Women’s and Men’s Veterans Committees.

Your Veterans Commission consists of fi ve members, a Chair appointed from the Hockey Australia Board, Bob Claxton, two members from the Women’s Committee, Carol Sheridan and Sue Briggs, two members from the Men’s Committee (AVHA), David Peebles and Warren Flowers. Members are nominated for a 2 years period from their respective organization.

The growth of veterans continues to be strong at State and National levels, so much of the Commission’s time has been devoted to ensuring the Veterans are established as a key part of the growth strategy for Hockey and in particular for Hockey Australia. We have provided input to the HA Strategic Plan which will see us become part of the mainstream budgeting and operational planning of HA.

A national portal for Veterans on the Hockey Australia website is being established and will provide a focus for the activities of International and National events.

We are seeking areas that the women and men can combine to improve our purchasing power and appeal to sponsors.

National tournaments continue to grow with 31 women’s and 70 men’s teams competing this year. Both these championships bring signifi cant community benefi t to the regions they are played with the men’s championship estimated to provide an economic of $6-8m.

The Gold Coast host the men’s 2007 Championships. At these Championships will be selected 40’s,45’s,50’s and 55’s teams to participate in the Trans Tasman series in Hamilton , New Zealand next May and 60’s, 65’s teams and for the fi rst time a 70’s team to participate in the World Grand Masters World Cup in Hong Kong in September 2008.

Sydney host the women’s 2007 Championships. Teams to participate in the Trans Tasman series will be selected from these tournaments.

In 2008 the men are planning on introducing an over 70 division to meet the demand from players in this age group as well as the possibility of the introduction of an over 35 division in the future. This will swell the participating teams to some 74 competing next year.

How best to manage both National tournaments has been a point of debate as they are much larger than any of the other national tournaments and as such require many more offi cials. This year the

The year to 30 June again saw a signifi cant involvement from representatives of Australian Hockey in a variety of roles within the International Hockey Federation (FIH). The strategic objectives fo FIH are critical to the maintaining of hockey as an Olympic sport and the development of hockey throughout the world. The development and implementation of such objectives also have a direct impact on hockey in Australia.

The representatives and roles throughout the period included the following:

women required 20 umpires plus other technical offi cials while the men needed some 40 plus umpires. These numbers are far in excess of what the Offi ciating Commission are geared to handle so other solutions are being investigated. It will be a priority task for the Veterans Commission to develop strategies to manage appointments in the future.

Australian teams through all the age ranges competed in tournaments around the world as well as travelling on tours to Europe and South Africa.

The men’s over 60 and 65 sent four teams to compete in the World Grand Masters in Germany during October 2006, after an extensive tour of Czech Republic and Italy. This was followed by a tour by two teams to South Africa in April 2007.

The International Masters Hockey tournament (IMHT) was held in Birmingham, UK during September 2007. This is the fi rst time this tournament has been held in the northern hemisphere and is a tournament that both women and men are represented. Australia sent two women’s and four men’s teams, competing in the 35’s, 45’s and 40’s, 45’s, 50’s and 55’s respectively.

During the IMHT a draft constitution for a World Veterans Association was voted on and will be sent to the FIH for endorsement. It is very heartening to know that Australians are certainly at the forefront with this endeavour.

Discussions have already commenced with our counterparts in New Zealand regarding the Memorandum of Understanding for the Trans Tasman Hockey Challenge. The current MOU concludes next year and the Commission is keen to maintain the format that has proved to be so successful.

The next Trans Tasman will be in Hamilton, NZ in 2008. Teams will be selected at the Championships in Sydney and Gold Coast to compete in Hamilton. Teams will compete in Women’s 35’s, 40’s, 45’s, 50’s and Men’s 40’s, 45’s 50’s, 55’s.

The women’s committee has looked at several options to cater for the Over 55s age group. At this stage there seems to be no tournaments available for this age group. The Committee will continue to search out possible tournaments in the future.

Veterans Hockey continues to grow and offer players and offi cials a large range of representative opportunities. Our volunteer administrators are at the forefront of all the international veterans organisations so ensuring Australian teams and offi cials continue to drive the expansion of veterans hockey nationally and internationally.

Bob ClaxtonChair Veterans Commission

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Indoor

Country

The Country Commission comprising:

Rowley Tompsett (Chair)Ray Tolhurst Mike NelsonBarb JenkinsDenise WilcocksPam Low

Met in Bendigo, Victoria in July. The Commission’s major deliberations concerned:

• Eligibility criteria review• Sponsorship• Duty statements for Australian country team appointments• Codes of conduct for Australian country teams

Australian Country Championships

The Australian Country Championships were hosted by the Central Victoria Hockey Association in Bendigo, Victoria. The outstanding success of the Championships is directly attributable to the excellent organisation of the local association, supported by the local government authority and several local sponsors. The Commission was especially grateful to the work of Gina Smith in managing the Championships.The final team standings were:

Men Women1. Queensland Queensland2. New South Wales New South Wales3. Victoria Western Australia4. Western Australian Victoria5. Australian Defence Force South Australia6. South Australia Australian Defence Force

The Players of the Tournament were:Mick Anderson Medal Adam Williamson (QLD)June Allen Medal Renae Aldridge (NSW)

Australian Country TeamsThe following players and officials were selected to represent Australia at the Arafura Games 2007:

Tour manager Gordon Summors (WA)Video Ron Fairhill (ADF) Statician Craig Williams (NSW)Physiotherapists Perry Moore (ADF) Marni Pollock (VIC)

MenCoach Rod Whitelock (QLD) Assistant Coach Rob Laffin (NSW) Team Manager Scott Downs (ADF) Captain Adam Williamson (QLD)

Tristan Hunt (NSW) Nigel Giacomi (QLD)Ben Hawkin (NSW) David Carlson (QLD)Peter Cleave (VIC) Aaron Aldridge (NSW) Jeremy Maggs (VIC) Brad Delane (WA)Ben Ftizpatrick (QLD) Geoff Neaves (WA)Aaron Harmsworth (QLD) Ryan Williams (QLD)Cameron Baker (QLD) Shane Johnson (WA)Phil Southern (ADF) Michael Sneesby (NSW)

Carlson, Fitzpatrick, Delane, Johnson, Hunt and Sneesby were unable to attend and were replaced by:

Steve Hawthorne (QLD) Brett Stokes (SA)Scott Shires (WA) Nathan McFarlane (QLD)Mark Pocock (QLD) Lachlan Brownhalls (QLD) WomenCoach Jeff Aldridge (NSW) Assistant Coach Neil Shearer (QLD) Team Manager June Allen (NSW) Captain Renae Aldridge (NSW)

Joanne Bisby (NSW) Jessica Chad (QLD)Susan Downs (NSW) Kate Driver (SA)Billie-Jo Hammerstein (SA) Kea Hogan (NSW)Alicia Johnson (SA) Kate LeBrocq (NSW)Ellen Paskins (QLD) Stephanie Purdie (NSW)Julie Rodda (NSW) Jodie Searle (QLD)Anna Souter (SA) Edwina Tracey (VIC)Christie Underwood (ADF) Sarah Watson (NSW)Shannon Worth (QLD)

Jodie Searle withdrew from the team and was replaced by:Ashleigh Allen (NSW) Organisationally, the tour was a credit to the team management. This facilitated good on-field performances with the women winning silver and the men bronze.

Rowley TompsettHA Country Commission

The 2nd Indoor World Cup was played in Austria from 14 – 18 February 2007. The women’s team had an impressive campaign fi nishing in sixth position and highest of the non European nations. It is the opinion of the Indoor Commission that the men’s campaign was slightly disappointing with inconsistent results leading to them fi nishing in eighth position. The Commission wish to congratulate all players and offi cials while making a special mention of umpire Lisa Roach who was asked to reserve the women’s fi nal. David Saunders in the men’s competition also umpired with distinction.

Following the results at the Indoor World Cup the Commission made the decision to select squads for the 2011 World Cup following the 2007 National Indoor Championships. This will allow for increased preparation time, especially following invitations which both teams accepted to participate in the 2009 World Indoor Games. The Games will be played in Kaohsiung City, Chinese Taipei from 16 - 26 July 2009.

The other main item on the Commission’s agenda over the past 12

months has been the growth of indoor hockey in Australia. At the March meeting of the Indoor Commission it was agreed to put a recommendation to the Hockey Australia Board to include the invitational U16 Indoor Championships on the national roster. The Commission feels that this will greatly assist in the growth of the sport at a national level. The Commission hopes for a positive response before moving forward with planning for 2008.

During the reporting the Indoor Commission comprised of the following :-

David Gilbert (Chair)Carolyn CampbellToni CumpstonJoe HenstockLyn HillKristy WarburtonBeverley Wilson

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State Reports

Hockey ACTHockey ACT would firstly like to recognise the work and dedication of Chris Hume as Chief Executive Officer. In early 2007 Chris accepted an offer to manage the Federal Golf club here in Canberra. Change is never easy, however the game goes on and the remaining staff have all accepted the new management and structure admirably. Hockey ACT would like to wish Chris all the best with his future endeavours.

Similarly Hockey ACT would like to thank Peta Gallagher for her work both as a member of the Hockey ACT staff, and for her commitment as a player through the various age groups of club and representative hockey. Peta has accepted an offer to play a season of hockey in Spain, after deciding not to pursue her Olympic dream. Peta had been employed as the Game Development Officer with Hockey ACT and has had great success in improving the profile and participation of hockey at all levels.

International Competition (Aus v Ned) (Aus v Korea senior and junior) The 2006/2007 hockey season had an international flavour in Canberra. Hockey ACT was fortunate to host games between the Kookaburras and Korea in late 2006, which was supported by a series between the Australian junior men’s side the Burras and a Korean under-20 side. The games were enjoyed by an enthusiastic crowd of local supporters and by members of the Korean embassy, including the Korean ambassador to Australia. The Korean junior team remained in Canberra for a further week after the series against the Burras, during which time they played a series of games against the ACT Academy of Sport squad. At the conclusion of this series Hockey ACT hosted an Australian style barbecue for the Korean visitors.

In early 2007 Hockey ACT once again played host to a series of international games. This time it was the Kookaburras taking on the Netherlands. Once again a great crowd of hockey supporters enjoyed the games, with a large contingent of Dutch supporters from the local community and the embassy. The new Dutch ambassador to Australia was also amongst those enjoying the hockey action.

The games were well received by the local Hockey ACT community, with Laker Nathan Burgers playing his debut match in Canberra and Josh Hawes returning from injury to the Kookaburra’s team, also in front of his home crowd in Canberra. The corporate sector was sold out for the games and many of those watching were first time hockey viewers, who enjoyed the experience and were left wanting more. As part of the Kookaburra’s visit, Hockey ACT hosted a breakfast, with members of the Kookaburras attending as guests. The breakfast was used by Hockey ACT to thank all the volunteers and committee members who had helped with hosting this series and other events which form part of the HACT calendar. The breakfast attendees enjoyed a presentation by Barry Dancer, after which the team members faced a series of questions from the floor.

Pacific School GamesHockey received a huge boost in the ACT when it was announced that Hockey would be the fifth sport as part of the Pacific School Games to be hosted in December 2008. The Pacific School Games, has traditionally been an event including swimming, diving, basketball, gymnastics and track and field. In 2008, for the first time hockey has been invited to participate in this international event.

The Pacific School Games is a truly international event, inviting all states and territories from within Australia, plus countries from the Asia Pacific Rim to compete. More than 30 international teams have been invited to attend the event, with all competitors needing to be bona fide school students aged ten to nineteen years of age.

For hockey, two age divisions will compete, with an under 12 and an under 16 age group, in line with the national schools competition. Overall there is expected to be 3500 competitors, 500 officials and an expected 10000 to 15000 people attending the opening ceremony. It is anticipated that more than 50 hockey teams will be competing in the week - long tournament for both boys and girls.

National Championships.In December 2006 Hockey ACT hosted the Australian under 21 and open aged men’s and women’s indoor championships. From these championships the Australian men’s and women’s teams were selected to represent Australia at the World Cup in Vienna.

Hockey ACT would like to congratulate Matthew Hotchkis and Jonathan Stebbings for their selection into the national indoor side for this tournament. Congratulations also to Graham McLennan who was appointed as head coach for the Australian indoor team during the World Cup campaign.

Facilities As with many sporting organisations around Australia, Hockey ACT has had to come to terms with the ongoing drought. As part of an overall water management strategy conducted by the ACT government during 2007, hockey along with all sporting and community groups in the ACT and surrounds, were involved in a review of current water usage, and were required to report on the impact of increased portable water saving measures.

Hockey ACT’s report was two-fold, based on water cuts effects as a sporting organisation and secondly as a facility manager of the Hockey Centre at Lyneham. Currently the ACT is on level 3 water restrictions, and it is envisaged that if level 4 restrictions were adopted, many of the current sporting competitions would need to be reduced as the amount of available facilities are also reduced. To ensure the ongoing viability of hockey, regardless of the water situation, Hockey ACT has begun examining various ways of drought proofing our sport and our facilities. These measures include water recycling, rainwater capturing, the re-use of grey water and varying the type of artificial surfaces used, to reduce dependence on potable water. It is Hockey ACT’s intention to continue to review it’s water use strategies regardless of the status of the drought, in order to reduce costs to members and to help make hockey a more responsible water user in the ACT.

ACTARSThe ACT has many former national and international hockey players still residing in the Canberra region. It is important to keep this knowledge involved in the sport at some level. Knowing of the existence of teams such as the “Hotspurs” in Perth and the “Offsiders” in Melbourne, we set about forming a team that could tap into the knowledge of locals such as Andrew Deanne, Ben Taylor, Peta Gallagher and Nic Arrold, just to name a few.

So the ACTARS were born (the name ACTARS has a Latin translation that basically stands for ACT active and retired stars). The team regularly now plays games against ACT representative teams, with team members mentoring the junior sides about how they might improve their game. The membership of the team is growing, and it is yet to lose a game.

Coach Support UnitHockey Australia’s loss is Hockey ACT’s gain, with Ray Dorsett stepping out of the national program, and moving into a coach supporting role with the Sports Commission based in Canberra. For some time Hockey ACT had recognised the need to better support developing coaches within the ACT region. There was no doubt that the quality and quantity of coaches existed, but an overseer was needed to assist in coach development. Hockey Australia has created the position of Coaching Manager, whose role it is to develop the elite and potential level of coaches. HACT saw a need to create a similar position within the ACT and Ray’s return to Canberra meant there was a suitably qualified person to take on the role of coordinating coach development.

A group known as the Coach Identification and Support Unit (CISU) was formed. Ray heads this group and matches identified developing coaches with established coaches as mentors. Ray also examines

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Hockey NSW

the current status of coaches and looks at programs that might best develop the coach.

Although the program is in its infancy, it is proving very successful, with a large group of identified coaches being partnered with mentors and having strategies and pathways mapped out to best develop each individual. Ray now works closely with Ian Rutledge (HA Coaching Manager) to keep Ian informed on the ability and possibilities of ACT coaches.

UmpiringWith the success of the CISU program, Hockey ACT is currently looking to establish a similar unit with a role in developing umpires. Again the focus will be on identification and mentoring, then establishing suitable development pathways.

AHL Medal WinnersAt the conclusion of each AHL campaign, Hockey ACT hosts a Lakers/Strikers Ball. The evening is a chance for sponsors and supporters to meet with the players and for each of the playing group to thank the sponsors for their ongoing support. In 2007 Hockey ACT was able to gain full sponsorship for both teams and it is seen as an important evening to maintain the links with sponsors.

In 2007, awards were presented to the leading goal scorers (Glenn Turner for the Lakers and Peta Gallagher for the Strikers). The Players Player Award was voted by the playing group after each match, and was won by Nic Arrold for the Strikers and Glenn Turner for the Lakers. The Powell Medal and Ben Taylor Medal were voted on by the coaching staff and were won by Megan Van Duuren and Josh Hawes respectively. Congratulations to all the medal winners and members of both the Lakers and the Strikers squads.

SponsorsOn 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 and thank you to the ACT government and their support for Hockey ACT at all levels, through the ‘Good Sports’, ‘Healthpact’ and National League funding programs. Also we have a new sponsor on board from 2007 in ACTEW AGL, who have become the naming rights sponsor for the June Long Weekend Girls Tournament.

Further we would like to thank the Tradies Club, Cantec, Moves Travel, Sportsmans Warehouse, The ACT Academy Of Sport, Prime Television and the many individual sponsors supporting our AHL teams. Without the support of these groups Hockey ACT would not be able to provide many of the programs currently in place for our members.

Terry EvansChief Executive Officer

Hockey NSW has seen a major change with the appointment of a new Chief Executive. In making this appointment the new Chief Executive was given a clear mandate from the Board of Hockey NSW on the direction the sport needed to take in NSW over the next three years. This direction covers the following three areas;

- Review and update of strategic plan- Development of staff so as to deliver professional resources to the sport- Develop stronger and transparent communication between the stakeholders of Hockey NSW

There are many challenges facing all sports in NSW and Hockey NSW has an urgency to address the area of a decline in participation levels. One way this can be achieved is by Associations sharing their knowledge and resources.

The Board of Hockey NSW also recognises the need for good corporate governance and working on a ‘best practice’ model. The appointment of a new Chief Executive is timely, as it will allow the Board to take on a review of this area.

CompetitionHockey NSW representative teams all played strongly in the Australian Championships staged around the country. A special thanks must to go to all the coaches, managers and officials who give so generously of their time to these teams. To the players a special vote of thanks for the time and energy that has been put in to preparing and participating in these championships.

At an elite level the continued strong partnership with the NSW Institute of Sport has provided a clear pathway for players across the State to play at the highest representative level. The recent departure of Tracey Belbin has seen the return of Judy Laing that will further enhance our elite programs. Thanks must also go to Larry McIntosh and John Bessell who have played a pivotal role in our success to date.

At an Australian representative level we must congratulate the many players and officials who have worn the green and gold over the past 12 months. In excess of 50 players and officials from NSW have had this honour and we congratulate them on the time and dedication they have committed to achieving their best. Game DevelopmentOne of the critical success factors of Hockey in NSW is Game Development, who over the past 12 months has delivered a variety of programs across the State covering;

- State wide regional clinics by the Development staff- Resource development including DVD’s and a variety of coaching and support material/manuals- Formation of a Youth panel to steer the planned NSW Youth Hockey Festival in 2008- Ongoing review of the Player Pathway and Talent Identification process including Emerging Athlete and High Performance programs

SponsorsWithout the valued and continued support of our corporate partners Hockey NSW could not continue to deliver the game across NSW. We sincerely thank Sportscover Australia, Kombat Pty Ltd, Hemingway Sports, Adrenaline Rush, NSW Dept. of Sport and Recreation, NSWIS, Sydney Olympic Park Authority, State Sports Centre Trust, Coca Cola Amatil and DHB & Associations.

ThanksVolunteers are the lifeblood of Hockey NSW and many people do give so much to the sport at all levels and to all these people we say thank you. No matter the amount of time or the job they may undertake this all adds real value to the delivery and enjoyment of the sport of Hockey in NSW.

A special mention must go to the professional staff of Hockey NSW, who over the past twelve months have continually delivered support to the game across the state.

Paul BruceChief Executive

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Hockey Queensland

State Reports

Hockey Queensland continues to work towards achieving its vision to be Hockey’s best.

SponsorsHockey Queensland thanks the following sponsors –

• Queensland Government,• Queensland Academy of Sport• Coca Cola• Medibank Private• FCM Travel Solutions• Qantas/American Express• Just Hockey• Kookaburra Sport• Whitehill Business Advisers• Konica Minolta• Quest Apartments• Four n Twenty• Streets

Events in QueenslandThirteen State championships each held at a different location throughout Queensland continues to provide players, officials, and volunteers an opportunity to showcase their skills and host centres experience in conducting major events.

The hosting of two tests between the Kookaburras and Holland at the State Hockey Centre provided an excellent outcome for all involved.

AHL round games and the last week of the women’s AHL at the State Hockey Centre presented exceptional hockey with unfortunately relatively low spectator numbers.

The continuation of the HA participation program Hook in2 Hockey provided positive returns for the clubs and associations which took up the opportunity.

New initiatives• Updated Strategic Plan, constitution and Board policies have been adopted by the Board.

• 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.

• The formation of a new hockey association at Redlands. The dedicated band of volunteers has introduced 250 new players to the game. This is the first new association affiliated with Hockey Queensland for many years.

• Introduction of camps three to four weeks prior to a National championship for our U18 and U21 teams. This concept will improve our preparation for Nationals as up until this year our teams only trained together for 3 days prior to a national championship.

• Yearly review of our Marketing Plan was completed.

• Two development teams (male and female) primarily from Queensland will compete in October 2007 at the FIH sanctioned Singapore International Challenge.

ResultsWe 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 & sound impetus for ensuring our results achieve our strategic plan outcomes.

Happenings at the State Hockey CentreColmslie Sports Club closed with the departure being disappointing for all parties. In its place, discussions have commenced with a partnership which is interested in opening the venue as a training and function centre together with a licensed café, players bar and catering.

The demise of the Colmslie Sports Club seems to suggest that a gaming machines club will not succeed at that venue.

FacilitiesNew carpets have been laid at Labrador Hockey Club, Tweed Border Hockey Association, the State Hockey Centre and Mackay Hockey Association.

Approval has been received by Townsville Hockey Association for a second turf at their venue, a re-carpeting of their existing pitch and improvements to player and spectator facilities

Corporate structureWith the creation of the Coach Manager position, in addition to a separate Game Development business unit, Hockey Queensland is satisfied with its coverage of the various issues confronting the sport.

During the year Janne Ellis, known to many in the hockey community, left HQ after many distinguished years service to the sport.

Garry West-BailGeneral Manager

Hockey SA2006-07 has been a very busy year at Hockey SA and ther have been a number of changes taking place in accordance with our strategic plan and governance review.

A major initiative undertaken was a multi pitch facility upgrade and has seen visits from both federal and local government members, along with many other dignitaries and has been viewed as very successful. We await a decision within the next few months.

2007 also saw a change in the National Training Centre coaching role, within Jason Butcher taking the helm. I see this as a hugely important decision for all elite hockey players within SA, as performances over the past 5 years have steadily deteriorated to a critical level. Jason has begun the task of changing mind sets and bad habits that SA teams have lapsed into and we look forward to seeing the fruits of his hard work.

We have managed to attain a new group of sponsors along with expanding partnerships with existing sponsors for season 07 and beyond. New sponsors include, Just Hockey, Canterbury, Health Best Buys and Atlas.

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We are looking forward to the Hockeyroos arrival in Adelaide and Port Lincoln in July to play against Japan. This is the first time a test match has been hosted in SA outside of Adelaide in the beautiful seaside town of Port Lincoln. We are putting a lot of hard work into the marketing of the series and are looking forward to a positive outcome.

Other 2007 major events hosted include:

• AHL round games• Australian University Games• World Police and Fire Games• Under 21 Australian Women’s Championships

We have also launched our new website which has proven to be hugely successful and far cleaner and easier to navigate. We see this as a great marketing tool and will continue to expand upon with giveaways etc. and increase our ever expanding database.

Chris WhiteGeneral Manager

Hockey Tasmania

The National U15 Women’s Championship in late September, 2006 was the last major event held at the Tasmanian Hockey Centre. Immediately after the conclusion of the Championship, work commenced on the redevelopment of the THC, a project that commenced nearly two years ago with the establishment of a THC redevelopment committee convened by Hockey Tasmania Patron, Dr Michael Vertigan. A signifi cant grant from the State Government, combined with strong fi nancial support from the Hobart City Council and funding reserves from Hockey, enabled the installation of two synthetic pitches of international standard. Stage 2 will see new clubrooms completed by early 2008.

Active ParticipationThe Development Offi cers continue to make the sport’s presence felt with school visits throughout the year. Working with additional support coaches, and utilising the Hook In2 Hockey program, hockey was successfully introduced to over 6,000 participants in all regions.

The Development Offi cers were further involved in sports expos, primary school exchanges, and schools clinics, exposing even more potential players to the skills of hockey.

AdministrationThere has been continued discussion and debate on governance matters, with regional associations being prepared to embrace change and move to a new structure for Hockey in Tasmania involving one entity. It is expected that any changes will commence by July 2008.

Coaching Development2007 saw the formation of a statewide coaching group, with 52 coaches on the mailing list. This will assist in disseminating the relevant information on the new HockeyEd courses, and provide a support network for coaches at all levels.

Corporate SupportMuch-needed fi nancial support was again provided for our AHL teams, the MIA Tassie Tigers and Wrest Point Van Demons. Signifi cant on-going support was again received from Medical Imaging Australia, Wrest Point Tasmania, Jerry Hampton Pharmacies and Tattersall’s Hobart Aquatic Centre, with a large number of individuals and local businesses providing additional support for individual players. A new initiative aimed at offi ciating development was made possible through the support of Eyelines.

Offi ciating DevelopmentThe Offi ciating Committee continued to actively promote & support the development of offi ciating in each region.

With changes to the selection process of umpires to national championships, the offi ciating focus changed to targeting umpires for junior championships with a view that these umpires will move in to 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 continued to display its depth of offi cials, with representation on National panels, and the appointments of Ken Read and Minka Woolley as offi cials at international events.

Player DevelopmentTasmania 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-fi eld management team for each team, the establishment of sound underpinning development programs, the sheer hard work of individual players within each team, have all been contributory factors to a signifi cant overall improvement of state teams results. Planning for continued success included the introduction of representation in the school exchanges for girls & boys and fi elding teams in Under 13 girls and boys invitationals in 2007.

Players selected in National Teams/Squads included Matthew Wells, David Guest, Eddie Ockenden, Geoffrey Cock, Patrick Ward, Ben Creese, Emily Wilson, Lucy Ockenden, Eloise Duay, & Emily Lawson (U16 Schoolgirls). Tasmania was also well represented in Australian veterans men’s & women’s teams.

Special thanks are extended to TIS and NTC Head Coach, Andrew McDonald and TIS Hockey Coach Stewart Pither, for the professional support and direction they have provided to our coaching staff.

Gai CrossExecutive Offi cer

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State Reports

Hockey Victoria

GovernanceIn accordance with the Hockey Victoria constitution, the period of transition post amalgamation is now completed.

At the 2005 AGM eight of the eleven Directors retired and four positions became vacant, thereby reducing the Board to seven Directors.

At the 2006 AGM, the Members re-elected Bob Esselmont and elected Judith Barnesby and Donna Mortimer.

The HV Board subsequently appointed Bob Esselmont as Chair and Judith Barnesby as Deputy Chair.

A vote of thanks must go to former Board members Lyndy Stagg and John Storen for their valued commitment to Victorian hockey.

In accordance with its strategy document, and the key goal to drive increased participation, the Board of HV agreed five major initiatives for the twelve month period:

1 Establish the proper governance framework through the formation of Board committees and development of charters and policies2 Complete the competitions review and implement recommendations3 Establish a communication plan for Board and management4 Develop a marketing plan5 Strengthen relationships with other bodies

The Board achieved significant improvements in all of the areas above, as documented in detail in HV’s Annual Report

Club CompetitionCongratulations go to the Greensborough Hockey Club for an outstanding 2006 winning both the men and women’s State League 1 competitions. The women beat Waverley (5 – 2 on penalty strokes) and the men beat Hawthorn 5 goals to 2.

The winner of the Fin McNab Award for the men’s State League 1 best player was Alistair McLennan from Essendon. Justine Hiskins from Altona won the Don Vincent Award, the best player in the women’s State League 1 competition.

Special congratulations to all those Victorians that represented their State and Country through the year.

CountryBoard member country visitations continued throughout the year in recognition of the significant role country hockey plays in the development of the sport in Victoria and where a sizeable proportion of HV’s development effort is directed.

The concerns relating to the impact of the drought has been a matter of some discussion at HV Board level. The HV Board and administration continues to provide advice and assistance to country affiliates, particularly in these difficult times.

Congratulations to the Sunraysia and Warrnambool Hockey Associations for securing State and Local Government support for the development of synthetic hockey surfaces in their region. HV will continue to work closely with hockey clubs and associations and supports their efforts to introduce synthetic surfaces.

Development2006 /2007 has been a busy time for HV’s Development department, particularly in the areas of recruitment and participation.

The strategic plan has continued to provide focus for program direction and delivery. Objectives include:

- Maximising participation across all facets of the sport- Development of innovative player recruitment programs- Lifting standards across all facets of the sport

Program initiatives/strategies as a result of the strategic plan have included:- Source funding opportunities to assist the delivery of participation and recruitment programs- Continue to improve and deliver the services provided to young athletes within the Sportscover Vic Stix talent squad program- Consolidate the regional umpire coach program- Build the capacity of targeted Clubs/Associations to provide improved services for their members and local communities- Continue the delivery of targeted programs with program partners, VicHealth, Melbourne City Council and the Department of Planning and Community Development

Participation and RecruitmentRookey and Hook In 2 Hockey programs have provided the vehicle for many young children to experience Hockey for the first time. Over 7000 primary school children have participated in programs either at their school or local club, conducted by local club coaches. Clubs have begun to realise the benefits of forming links with local primary schools to raise the awareness of their club and Hockey in the community.

Participating Clubs/Associations have included Brunswick, Geelong HA, Mornington Peninsula, Essendon, MCC, Powerhouse St Kilda, Eastern, Dandenong, Box Hill, Mentone, Southern United, Yarra Valley and Hawthorn. Many of these clubs have forged on-going relationships with schools, where Hockey is now a permanent curriculum fixture.

Melbourne City Council has continued to support HV to deliver Rookey to primary schools within the Melbourne City Council catchment area and surrounding communities for the second year running. Schools that have benefited from this program include: Princess Hill PS, Richmond PS, St Michael’s PS, Toorak PS, Christ Church PS, Pascoe Vale Nth PS, St Ambrose PS, Coburg West PS, Pascoe Vale Sth PS, Brunswick South PS and Brunswick South West PS.

The Department of Planning and Community Development provided HV with some project funding to allow a full-time staff member (Jim Lekkas) to be appointed, with the specific focus of participation and recruitment.

Sportscover Vic Stix Talent Squad ProgramThe Sportscover Vic Stix talent squad program has continued to gather momentum, with over 500 young athletes trialing for positions in the seven squads of 32 across Victoria. Of particular interest was the large increase in the number of girls registering to trial.

Each squad participated in a series of training sessions conducted off-season, with an 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. The program concluded with a round robin conducted at the State Netball Hockey Centre, where parents and state selectors got the opportunity to view the skills of these up-and-coming young players.

Professional development opportunities are also provided for the participating coaches and officials. Pete Morrow from Australian Sports Initiatives conducted a session on physical preparation strategies for Hockey players. Pete has also come on board as the fitness advisor for the program.

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Coach DevelopmentThe new Hockey Ed training programs have provided coaches access to training and development on-line. Whilst not as many coaches as in previous years have received education, once the awareness grows of this specific service numbers will increase.

Many HV coaches enthusiastically attended a session conducted by the Australian women’s team coach, Frank Murray. Frank spoke about the skill requirements and training strategies of our elite National players. It was encouraging to listen to a coach who is willing to share information and ideas with club coaches of all levels.

Umpire DevelopmentIn partnership with VicHealth, the regional umpire coach program concluded at the end of June 2007. Many clubs and new umpires utilised the services of these coaches out and about within the regions.

These coaches conducted courses, seminars, coached and assessed many umpires and assisted clubs to develop umpire development plans. HV will be investigating strategies to enable clubs to continue to have access to quality umpire coaching.

Thanks to the following Umpire Coaches who have assisted with this program over the last twelve months:

• Charlie Martin• Mark Frost• Ken Kemp• Robyn Pascoe• Elaine Hood• Anthony Traill• Elaine Dunk• Kane Silom• Ian Innes-Wardell

Junior ParticipationSchool Holiday ProgramThe Australian Sports Camps again assisted with the conduct of school holiday programs during the July school holidays. 180 young players participated in sessions overseen by guest coaches consisting of the majority of the Victorian Vipers and Vikings players.

Thanks to this professional organisation that assists with promoting Hockey to the wider community.

Under 11 Development Squad ProgramThe Junior Development Squad for 2007 saw a program change that increased the numbers of children able to participate and took the program to regional, as well as metropolitan Victoria. Eight squads of young athletes participated in four training sessions conducted by local coaches and then attended a round robin at the State Netball Hockey Centre, with a focus of fun and enjoyment. This program provides development opportunities for young coaches to gain experience with coaching juniors.

Community EventsBaw Baw HC, Scotch College, Central Victoria HA and Hawthorn HC conducted promotional Hockey days, where they utilised the inflatable Rookey pitch and Rookey equipment. The availability of this modified equipment is a boost for promoting our sport in the community.

Club DevelopmentIn partnership with VicHealth, HV continued to promote the benefits of clubs providing safe and healthy environments for their members.

A Club H.E.L.P. workshop was held for Central Victoria Hockey Association where the following clubs and Association registered to join the program and provided improved services for their members:

• Central Victoria Hockey Association – Level 3• Eaglehawk HC – Level 2• Strathdale HC – Level 1• Castlemaine HC – Level 2

The funding for the Club H.E.L.P program ceased in June 2007, but Hockey Victoria will continue to provide education and incentives for clubs wishing to improve their service delivery.

During 2007, HV joined forces with VicSport to conduct a research project on Sport Injury Risk Management (SIRM). The two organisations developed a pilot set of standards to assist clubs to reduce the risk of injury and record any injuries that may occur. Two clubs with solid junior infrastructures were identified for the pilot project, Footscray HC and Doncaster HC. Representatives from both clubs attended training sessions conducted by VicSport and Sports Medicine Australia to overview the standards and trial the specifically designed, on-line injury tracker system.

The standards and Injury Tracker System were trialled by both clubs for three months. Once completed, feedback on the process was sought and consideration is currently being given to producing the resources for all Hockey clubs to utilise.

Program PartnersHockey Victoria wishes to express gratitude to the following Program Partners who have encouraged and enabled us to grow Hockey within the state:

• VicHealth• Department of Planning and Community Development• Melbourne City Council• VicSport and Sports Medicine Australia• Sportscover

ConclusionHV is focused on improving the “hockey experience” for all those involved in our sport. We aim to improve the standards across the sport, developing, maintaining and supporting a viable and effective club network and increase access to high quality facilities.

HV will continue to develop a culture around the Board, which is, and seen to be both consultative and transparent. HV has a well thought out strategic direction and a strong and committed hockey community.

The Board will also continue to promote a national approach to branding, marketing and sponsorship.

The Board looks forward to a growth of participation in all areas of hockey. It has been very encouraging to see an increase in the numbers of young females participating and also in particular, the number of regional athletes becoming involved in pathway programs.

Hockey Victoria is on the right track with its vision to “Grow Hockey as a sport for All”.

Our thanks to all affiliates, our volunteers, sponsors, the State Government and Hockey Australia for their commitment and support.

Adam WallishChief Executive

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State Reports

This reporting year saw Hockey WA’s main focus on retaining the hosting rights of the Hockey Australia High Performance Program. With the support of the State Government, from the Premier through to the Department of Sport and Recreation, we were able to submit a compelling tender, which resulted in the program being awarded to Perth for a further 16 years. The result of the program remaining in Perth will provide tangible benefits to Western Australian hockey and Hockey Australia.

The administration continued to work towards achieving the objectives of the strategic plan – the final of our three-year plan. The main focus areas have been on:

• Club and regional development which included the President and CEO undertaking a “regional tour” to discuss issues in the regions that can be addressed by Hockey WA.

• Developing a business plan for the growth of the Perth Hockey Stadium facilities area to ensure financial viability.

• Undertaking a feasibility study into the creation of an annual “Festival of Hockey”.

• Determining the best structure for the competition for the next five to ten years.

• Determining the main reasons for player attrition and implementing initiatives to reduce the attrition rate.

• Improving the accuracy of data in HockeyNet to allow for meaningful research to be undertaken with players and club administrators.

Operational activities from the Hockey WA departments are summarised below.

FacilitiesPerth Hockey Stadium is the premier hockey facility in the state and home to the Hockey Australia High Performance Program. This year marked a change in ownership of the Perth Hockey Stadium with Hockey WA assuming control of the venue in April. A collaborated approach to the management of the Stadium, coupled with the contemporary facilities on offer, ensures that it will remain the premier hockey venue in Perth for years to come.

Hockey WA is keen to maintain the stadium’s long standing reputation as one of the best in Australia and the Perth Hockey Stadium committee now reports to the Hockey WA Board on facility issues of strategic importance. Through the Operations Department, work is continuing on the development of an effective maintenance system, producing a business plan for 2008 and analysing the outcomes of a recently conducted bar and canteen survey.

The stadium continues to grow its business through attracting function and seminar business from public and private interests external to the hockey community whilst maintaining a hockey facility which meets the needs of the WA hockey community and the Hockey Australia High Performance Program.

Perth Hockey Stadium was host to the 2007 National Hockey Facilities Forum in March where hockey facility owners from around Australia met with turf suppliers, trades and business contacts to discuss issues of relevance to facility managers. The continuing success of this forum, held in conjunction with the AHL Men’s series, allowed facility managers to

share ideas and talk to the experts. A business plan is currently being developed for the Stadium with our focus on increasing the hire of the facility for seminars and functions by external users. On the broader front, Hockey WA is working with the Department of Sport and Recreation to develop the hockey component of a Strategic State Sports Facility Plan. The plan will define current and future community needs for hockey facilities throughout Western Australia, and Hockey WA has been able to provide much of the base information required for the project from existing data.

CompetitionsHockey WA conducts its winter competition throughout the whole of the Perth metropolitan region with some games played in the south-west of the state. The facilities vary from private school and university owned grounds to government run facilities and local council owned grounds. In 2007, four wet synthetic surfaces were replaced and at least two new wet synthetic surfaces are being installed in 2008. Competition games are played only on grounds which meet Hockey WA’s minimum standards and some grades are played on a home-and-away basis to afford all clubs the opportunity to benefit financially from home crowds.

Hockey WA was involved in a number of events in 2007, in addition to the usual round of State and Regional underage Championships, and Country Championships. The highlight of the year was hosting the very successful AHL Men’s final series in late March and hosting a number of international team visits, for games and/or training.

High Performance Department2007 has been a significant year of change for the Hockey WA High Performance Program. Firstly, we saw the restructure of our Development Department into the Participation Department and High Performance Department. This restructure also saw the creation of the High Performance Manager position, which is a first for a state hockey association and demonstrates WA’s commitment to our elite performances both now and into the future.

WA had a successful year in the Australian Championships, with the SmokeFree WA Diamonds winning the Women’s AHL, and the SmokeFree WA Thundersticks finishing second in the Men’s AHL. Our junior state teams had four top four finishes out of six teams in the 12 months of championships from September 2006. Our umpires also performed well, with 13 WA umpires being offered places to participate in national championships.

WA proudly had 10 athletes that represented Australia in 2007 with a further five in National Development Squads. There are nine WA athletes currently named in National Junior Squads.

The WA High Performance Program ran a series of Talent Squads (from U13 to U18), with an expanded set of squads and training planned for 2008. 2007 also saw the launch of a focus on “Coach the Coaches” with various programs run throughout the year which will also be further expanded in 2008.

Participation DepartmentPrior to the commencement of the 2007 season the Hockey WA Development Department was restructured to facilitate a greater state-wide focus on player, coach, and umpire participation. The national programs of HockeyNet, Hook in2 Hockey, HockeyEd and Rookey were the foundation of most of this department’s efforts throughout the year.

Hook in2 Hockey participation in Western Australia grew marginally with the major strength of the program being the formal pathway from in-school clinics to club Hook in2 Hockey to club membership. Rookey was used almost exclusively for in-school clinics in the metropolitan area and proved very successful in introducing hockey to large numbers of primary school age children of varying skill levels.

HockeyEd Community and Beginner coach and umpire training programs were promoted strongly throughout the state with the uptake of participants for the year very encouraging. In 2008, with increased and earlier promotion, improved understanding and acceptance of the on-line learning concept, and a larger pool of assessors; numbers participating and becoming accredited are expected to increase significantly.

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The 2006/07 year has seen Northern Territory Hockey go through significant internal staff alterations and this may have slowed down the good progress made in 2005/06 to smaller, slower but still confident steps forward. NT Hockey has a bright future.

The NTHA Executive Committee became increasingly involved with operations and procedures due to the changing of guard and this has strengthened communication between the Executive Committee and staff. Thanks to the Executive Committee for their support, patience and understanding in what has been a difficult year for all.

Sponsors The Northern Territory Hockey increased its profile in 2007 by successfully securing a sponsorship with Channel 9 that saw the Northpharm Stingers and Paspaley Pearl feature in a thirty second commercial, which aired on our local station in the lead up to the two AHL home weekends.

In accompanying this profile increase throughout 2007, NT News (local paper) continues to feature players, clubs and our Association in weekly articles.

The NTHA acknowledges and thanks the following sponsors, who continue to support Northern Territory Hockey; NT Government, NTIS, Northpharm, Paspaley, Parap Village Apartments, Coca Cola Amatil, the Cricket & Football Shop, Le Cornu, Cazaley’s, NT News and many other individuals who supported players.

DevelopmentNT Hockey would like to welcome the new face to the development programs, Colin Hennessey, who replaced Samantha Farrow.

A successful interschool hockey challenge was held in April with some 106 participants from 8 Darwin based schools. Having the Development Officer role change in the same month somewhat deflated the ability to secure more school involvement however in 2008 we hope to increase participation numbers to 135-140, with an additional 3 schools.

NT Government departments worked in partnership with local sporting organisations to engage all schools in a community based project “Adopt A Country”. In addition the ‘2007 Arafura Alive Schools Competition’ was NT Government’s incentive program to create awareness for the 2007 Arafura Games. Held over two days in May, 20 schools and around 480 school children all embarked on a rotational circuit between 10 sport activities throughout the Marrara Sporting Complex. With NTHA full support, Colin Hennessy and some hockey volunteers successfully organised a memorable two days for students, teachers and parents playing the game of hockey.

The NT junior championship was once again held during the June/July school holidays. The Alice Spring Hockey Association continues to support by sending 22 participants to Darwin for the three day event. 2008 will see NTHA expand the three day championship into four. Alice Springs shows talent in junior development in both age groups and this reinforces the need to focus resources to Alice Springs and Gove to develop hockey and continue to identify talent in regional areas.

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.

Events Dual Gold Medallists - Northern Territory men’s & women’s teams in the 2007 Arafura Games. Nine national and international hockey teams battled the steamy conditions that the Top End is renowned for during the week long competition. Congratulations to Northern Territory Coaches, men’s - Ingvar Dyrting and women’s - Colin Hennessy and the players for an outstanding result.

2007 saw the introduction of a National talent identification program for Indigenous players. Northern Territory had the pleasure in hosting a three day Indigenous NTID camp, where 16 nationally identified athletes had the opportunity to display techniques and skills, hoping to secure a place in the squad for 2007/08.

ConclusionNorthern Territory Hockey is implementing strategic planning measures for the future growth and expansion of this magnificent game. Thank you and congratulations to players, coaches, managers, officials and volunteers.

Donna EnglishExecutive Officer

Northern Territory Hockey Association

Knowledge of our hockey participation and members by club/association, gender, and age has also developed this year through the use of the HockeyNet database. We now have a very good (and accurate) understanding of participation and attrition numbers and trends reducing our reliance on anecdotal evidence in program development and review processes.

Western Australia is looking forward to improved delivery and further development of the national participation programs in 2008, to continue the growth currently being experienced in this state.

Profile and Branding2007 was a busy marketing year at Hockey WA. Over the summer our branding image was given a makeover with the redesign of our website and the introduction of InDesign programs that allow greater professionalism in the look of our promotional material.

New sponsors for the reporting year include Sportscover who provide our officials apparel; Just Hockey who now have exclusive merchandising rights to all Hockey WA activities at the Perth Hockey Stadium; and Willow Bridge Wines both for exclusive wine products at the Stadium and naming rights to our second grade competition. Further we introduced the Gold Pages, which provided an avenue for advertising of businesses to sponsor State teams. Our relationship with Just Hockey has also allowed us to introduce merchandise to promote our AHL teams and Summer Hockey.

Promotion of events included tours by China and Malaysia. The Chinese men ventured to Kalgoorlie to play the SmokeFree WA Thundersticks which gave us great media opportunities and exposure of elite level hockey to a regional area.

Men’s AHL Finals Week was a great success in March/April with over 2,500 people attending the grand final. A carnival atmosphere and family friendly activities have been the promotional prerogative at these events. This template theme was also extended to showcase games such as Australia versus the AIS/HA High Performance Program and Club Days for teams in our local competition.

The year has been a great foundation for marketing activities and events to be held in the future.

Linda HammersleyChief Executive Officer

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ResultsHOCKEYROOSPre Championship Trophy MatchesAmstelveen, Netherlands 29 June – 6 July 2006

Nicole Arrold, Teneal Attard, Madonna Blyth, Suzie Faulkner, Peta Gallagher, Emily Halliday, Kate Hollywood, Nikki Hudson, Rachel Imison, Kobie McGurk, Rachel Lynch, Donna-Lee Patrick, Megan Rivers, Rebecca Sanders, Angie Skirving, Karen Smith, Sarah Taylor, Melanie Twitt, Kim Walker

29 June 2006 Australia 1 England 2 (Half time 0-1) Australia - Donna-Lee Patrick 46m FG; England – Chris Cullen 21m PC/66m FG

1 July 2006 Australia 5 Argentina 1 (Half time 3-1)Australia - Peta Gallagher 10m PC, Nikki Hudson 12m FG 39m PC, Madonna Blyth 13m FG, Emily Halliday 44m PC; Argentina - Alejandra Gulla 7m FG

2 July 2006 Australia 3 England 1(Half time 3-1)Australia - Angie Skirving 17m FG, Suzie Faulkner 25m FG, Donna-Lee Patrick 31m FG; England - Mel Clewlow 35m PC

6 July 2006 Australia 2 Germany 1 (Half Time 0-1) Australia – Sarah Taylor 33m FG, Kate Hollywood 34m FG; Germany – Unknown 8m PC

14th Women’s Championship TrophyAmstelveen, Netherlands 8 – 16 July 2006

Nicole Arrold, Teneal Attard, Madonna Blyth, Suzie Faulkner, Peta Gallagher, Emily Halliday, Kate Hollywood, Nikki Hudson, Rachel Imison, Kobie McGurk, Rachel Lynch, Donna-Lee Patrick, Megan Rivers, Rebecca Sanders, Angie Skirving, Karen Smith, Sarah Taylor, Melanie Twitt, Kim Walker

8 July 2006 Australia 0 Netherlands 0

9 July 2006 Australia 0 New Zealand 0

11 July 2006 Australia 1 China 2 (Half time 1-2) Australia - Emily Halliday 16m PC; China - Ma Yi Bo 2m PC, Fu Bao Rowg 8m FG

13 July 2006 Australia 2 Argentina 3 (Half time 1-0) Australia - Karen Smith 8m FG, Nikki Hudson 44m FG; Argentina - Agustina Garcia 42m FG, Maria de La Paz Hernandez 50m PC, Luciana Aymar 70m PC

15 July 2006 Australia 2 Germany 1(Half time 1-0)Australia - Karen Smith 23m FG, Madonna Blyth 62m FG; Germany - Nadine Ersting-Krienke 63mFG

16 July 2006 Classification (5v6) Australia 2 New Zealand 1(Half time 0-0)Australia - Donna-Lee Patrick 50m/61m FG; New Zealand - Honor Dillon 67m FG

Final Placings1. Germany2. China3. Netherlands4. Argentina 5. Australia6. New Zealand

4 Nations TournamentMaryland & Virginia, United States of America17-27 August 2006

Nicole Arrold, Teneal Attard, Wendy Beattie, Madonna Blyth, Casey Eastham, Suzie Faulkner, Emily Halliday, Nikki Hudson, Rachel Lynch, Kobie McGurk, Claire Messent, Hope Munro, Donna-Lee Patrick, Hayley Phipps, Rebecca Sanders, Angie Skirving, Karen Smith, Kim Walker

17 August 2006 Australia 1 Argentina 2 (Half time 1-1)Australia - Madonna Blyth 18m PC; Argentina - Alejandra Gulla 12m FG, Luciana Aymar 56m PC.

19 August 2006 Australia 1 USA 1 (Half time 1-1)Australia - Karen Smith 18m FG; USA - Angie Loy 15m PC

20 August 2006 Australia 1 Netherlands 2 (Half time 0-2)Australia - Donna-Lee Patrick 68m FG; Netherlands - Sylvia Karres 13m FG, Minke Booij 33m PC

23 August 2006 Australia 3 USA 1 (Half time 2-0)Australia – Suzie Faulkner 1m FG, Hope Munro31m FG, Hayley Phipps 63m FG; USA – Melissa Leonetti 49m PC

24 August 2006 Australia 3 Netherlands 0 (Half time 2-0)Australia - Claire Messent 5m FG, MadonnaBlyth 29m FG, Suzie Faulkner 57m FG

26 August 2006 Australia 1 Argentina 1 (Half time 1-1)Australia – Suzie Faulkner 15m FG; Argentina– Alejandra Gulla 35m PC

27 August 2006 Australia 4 USA 2 (Half time 2-0) Australia – Karen Smith 12m FG, Donna-Lee Patrick 33m FG, Nikki Hudson 36m FG, Hope Munro 57m FG; USA – Keli Smith 45m PC, Kelly Doton 51m PC

Pre World Cup Matches17 – 20 September 2006

Nicole Arrold, Teneal Attard, Wendy Beattie, Madonna Blyth, Suzie Faulkner, De-Anne Gilbert, Emily Halliday, Nikki Hudson, Rachel Imison, Kobie McGurk, Hope Munro, Donna-Lee Patrick, Rebecca Sanders, Angie Skirving, Karen Smith, Sarah Taylor, Melanie Twitt, Kim Walker

17 September 2006 Australia 7 South Africa 1 (Half time 2-1)Australia – Melanie Twitt 12m FG, Suzie Faulkner 25m FG 55m/61m PC, Nikki Hudson 38m PC, Wendy Beattie 51m FG, Sarah Taylor 59m FG; South Africa – Dubaussome 29m FG

19 September 2006 Australia 3 South Africa 1 (Half time 2-0)Australia – Angie Skirving 20m FG 37m PC, Rebecca Sanders 32m PC; South Africa – Henna du Buisson 40m PC

20 September 2006 Australia 3 South Africa 1 (Half time 1-0)Australia – Sarah Taylor 9m FG, Hope Munro 58m PC, Suzie Faulkner 67m FG; South Africa – Jen Wilson 36m PC

Samsung Hockey World Cup Madrid, Spain27 September – 8 October 2006

Nicole Arrold, Teneal Attard, Wendy Beattie, Madonna Blyth, Suzie Faulkner, De-Anne Gilbert, Emily Halliday, Nikki Hudson, Rachel Imison, Kobie McGurk, Hope Munro, Donna-Lee Patrick,

Rebecca Sanders, Angie Skirving, Karen Smith, Sarah Taylor, Melanie Twitt, Kim Walker 27 September 2006 Australia 1 South Africa 0 (Half time 1-0)Australia – Madonna Blyth 34m FG

28 September 2006 Australia 3 USA 1 (Half time 2-1)Australia – Sarah Taylor 7m PC, Nikki Hudson 34m FG, Angie Skirving 58m PC; USA – Kelly Doton 10m PC

30 September 2006 Australia 4 Korea 3 (Half time 4-2)Australia – Hope Munro 16m/33m FG, NikkiHudson 17m FG, Karen Smith 22m FG; Korea– Kim Jung Hee 5m PC, Choi Eun Young 35m PC, Park Mi Hyun 63m PC

2 October 2006 Australia 0 Japan 0

4 October 2006 Australia 3 Argentina 0 (Half time 2-0)Australia – Wendy Beattie 9m FG 28m PC,Sarah Taylor 53m PC

6 October 2006 Semi Final - Australia 1 Spain 0 (Full time 0-0)Australia – Suzie Faulkner 71m PC

8 October 2006 Final - Australia 1 Netherlands 3 (Half time 0-0)Australia – Rebecca Sanders 47m PS; Netherlands – Maartje Paumen 41m PC 66m PS, Sylvia Karres 55m FG

Final Placings1. Netherlands 7. England 2. Australia 8. Germany3. Argentina 9. Korea4. Spain 10. China5. Japan 11. India6. USA 12. South Africa

15th Women’s Champions TrophyQuilmes, Argentina 13-21 January 2007

Teneal Attard, Madonna Blyth, Peta Gallagher, De-Anne Gilbert, Kate Hollywood, Fiona Johnson, Amy Korner, Shelly Liddelow, Rachel Lynch, Kobie McGurk, Claire Messent, Emma Meyer, Sarah O’Connor, Rebecca Sanders, Sarah Taylor, Renae Trost, Melanie Twitt, Kim Walker

13 January 2007 Australia 3 Japan 0 (Half time 1-0)Australia – Renee Trost 4m PC, Amy Korner 47mPC, Peta Gallagher 65m FG

14 January 2007 Australia 2 Germany 1 (Half time 0-1)Australia – Madonna Blyth 39m PC, RebeccaSanders 65m PC; Germany – Tina Schuetze 35m PS

16 January 2007 Australia 2 Spain 2 (Half time 2-1)Australia – Peta Gallagher 10m FG 18m PC;Spain – Rocio Ybarra 30m FG, Pilar Sanchez47m PC

18 January 2007 Australia 0 Netherlands 1 (Half time 0-1)Netherlands – Eva de Goede 18m FG

20 January 2007 Australia 0 Argentina 3 (Half time 0-1)Argentina – Noel Barrionuevo 34m PC, DanielaMaloberti 42m FG, Agustina Bouza 62m FG

21 January 2007 Classification (3v4) - Australia 0 Germany 2 (Half time 0-1)Germany – Janine Beermann 9m FG, Silja

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Final placings1. Netherlands2. Argentina3. Germany4. Australia5. Japan6. Spain

4 Test Series v New ZealandChristchurch / Dunedin / Oamaru, New Zealand9-21 May 2007

Nicole Arrold, Teneal Attard, Madonna Blyth, Toni Cronk, Emily Halliday, Angie Lambert, Shelly Liddelow, Hope Munro, Megan Rivers, Rebecca Sanders, Emma Stewart, Sarah Taylor, Renee Trost, Melanie Twitt, Kim Walker.

13 May 2007 Australia 0 New Zealand 1 (Half time 0-1)New Zealand – Kate Saunders 26m PC

15 May 2007 Australia 3 New Zealand 0 (Half time 2-0)Australia – Madonna Blyth 16m/25m FG, Megan Rivers 37m FG

19 May 2007 Australia 1 New Zealand 0 (Half time 1-0) Australia – Renee Trost 31m FG

20 May 2007 Australia 4 New Zealand 2 (Half time 1-1)Australia – Hope Munro 11m/58m FG, Emily Halliday 42m PC, Shelly Liddelow 48m FG; New Zealand – Honor Dillon 26m PC, Charlotte Harrison 41m PC KOOKABURRASPre Championship Trophy MatchesMonchengladbach, Germany12-14 July 2006

Michael Boyce, Travis Brooks, Dean Butler, Liam De Young, Luke Doerner, Jamie Dwyer, Nathan Eglington, Troy Elder, Bevan George, Rob Hammond, Aaron Hopkins, Mark Knowles, Stephen Lambert, Brent Livermore, Michael McCann, Stephen Mowlam, Matt Naylor, Grant Schubert

12 July 2006 Australia 3 Germany 2 (Half time 2-1)Australia - Jamie Dwyer 28m FG, Grant Schubert 35m FG, Troy Elder 38m PC; Germany - Justus Scharowsky 18m FG, Timo Wess 57m FG.

14 July 2006 Australia 2 Germany 4 (Half time 1-3)Australia - Rob Hammond 30m PC, Nathan Eglington 69m PC; Germany - Jan-Marco Montag 18m/34m PC, Oliver Hentschel 28m FG, Matthias Witthaus 37m FG

28th Men’s Champions Trophy Terrassa, Spain22-30 July 2006

Michael Boyce, Travis Brooks, Dean Butler, Liam De Young, Luke Doerner, Jamie Dwyer, Troy Elder, Nathan Eglington, Bevan George, Rob Hammond, Aaron Hopkins, Mark Knowles, Stephen Lambert, Brent Livermore, Michael McCann, Stephen Mowlam, Matthew Naylor, Grant Schubert, Matthew Wells

22 July 2006 Australia 3 Pakistan 2 (Half time 1-1)Australia - Michael McCann 2m FG, Troy Elder 41m/56m PC; Pakistan - Sohail Abbas 32m PS 54m PC

23 July 2006

Australia 1 Netherlands 1 (Half time 1-1)Australia – Troy Elder 29m FG; Netherlands – Taeke Taekema 35m PC25 July 2006 Australia 3 Spain 5 (Half time 3-1)Australia - Nathan Eglington 8m FG, Michael McCann 18m FG, Grant Schubert 22m FG; Spain – Santi Freixa 29m/44m/55m PC, Eduard Tubau 52m FG, Pol Amat 61m FG

27 July 2006 Australia 6 Argentina 0 (Half time 3-1)Australia – Grant Schubert 19m FG, Luke Doerner 28m/32m/60m PC, Michael Boyce 44m FG, Michael McCann 66m FG

29 July 2006 Australia 3 Germany 4 (Half time 1-1)Australia - Troy Elder 12m/49m/54m PC; Germany - Matthias Witthaus 8m FG, Christopher Zeller 45m FG 70m PC, Moritz Fuerste 55m FG

30 July 2006 Classification (3 v 4) - Australia 2 Spain 2 (Spain won 5-4 following penalty strokes)Australia – Luke Doerner 38m PC, Nathan Eglington 50m FG; Spain – Eduard Tubau 45m FG, Pol Amat 62m FG

Final placings1. Netherlands2. Germany3. Spain4. Australia5. Pakistan6. Argentina

KOOKABURRASv Korea4 test SeriesCanberra & Rockhampton, Australia12-18 August 2006

Michael Boyce, Travis Brooks, Dean Butler, Liam De Young, Luke Doerner, Jamie Dwyer, Nathan Eglington, Troy Elder, Russell Ford, Bevan George, David Guest, Aaron Hopkins, Stephen Lambert, Brent Livermore, Michael McCann, Stephen Mowlam, Matt Naylor, Grant Schubert

12 August 2006 Australia 6 Korea 0 (Half time 3-0)Australia - Troy Elder 3m PC, Luke Doerner 28m/66m PC, Jamie Dwyer 32m/56m/69m FG

13 August 2006 Australia 2 Korea 1 (Half time 2-1)Australia - Michael McCann 10m FG, Luke Doerner 27m PC; Korea - Jung Seon Lee 16m

FG

16 August 2006 Australia 2 Korea 1 (Half time 2-1)Australia – Rob Hammond 31m PC, Troy Elder 33m FG; Korea - Jung Seon Lee 14m FG

18 August 2006 Australia 3 Korea 0 (Half time 0-0)Australia - Troy Elder 46m PC, Nathan Eglington 48m PC, Luke Doerner 57m PC

11th Men’s World Cup Monchengladbach, Germany6-17 September 2006

Michael Boyce, Travis Brooks, Dean Butler, Liam De Young, Luke Doerner, Jamie Dwyer, Nathan Eglington, Troy Elder, Russell Ford, Bevan George, Rob Hammond, Aaron Hopkins, Mark Knowles, Stephen Lambert, Brent Livermore, Michael McCann, Stephen Mowlam, Matt Naylor,

7 September 2006 Australia 1 Spain 3 (Half time 0-2)

Australia – Troy Elder 47m PC; Spain – Tubau 9m FG, Amat 23m FG, Ribas 41m PC

9 September 2006 Australia 4 Argentina 0 (Half time 3-0)Australia – Luke Doerner 23m PC, Russell Ford 24m FG, Michael McCann 30m FG, Rob Hammond 56m FG

10 September 2006 Australia 3 Japan 1 (Half time 2-1)Australia – Michael McCann 6m FG, Troy Elder 8m PC, Russell Ford 54m FG; Japan – Fukuda 16m FG

12 September 2006 Australia 7 New Zealand 1 (Half time 3-1)Australia – Jamie Dwyer 2m/64m FG, Michael McCann 26m FG, Troy Elder 32m PC, Matt Naylor 48m FG, Travis Brooks 55m FG, Luke Doerner 66m PC; New Zealand – Patel 20m PC

13 September 2006 Australia 3 Pakistan 0 (Half time 2-0)Australia – Bevan George 14m/51m PC, Jamie Dwyer 33m FG,

15 September 2006 Semi Final - Australia 4 Korea 2Australia - Bevan George 39m PC, Travis Brooks 51m PC, Jamie Dwyer 60m FG, Michael McCann 70m FG; Korea – Jang 31m PC, Kang 41m FG

17 September 2006 Final - Australia 3 Germany 4Australia – Mark Knowles 20m PC, Matt Naylor 25m PC, Troy Elder 38m FG; Germany – C. Zeller 18m/54m FG, Furst 46m FG, Emmerling 49m FG

Final placings1. Germany 7. Netherlands2. Australia 8. New Zealand3. Spain 9. Japan4. Korea 10. Argentina5. England 11. India6. Pakistan 12. South Africa

4 Test Series v NetherlandsCanberra and Brisbane, Australia 28 January – 3 February 2007

Des Abbott, Kiel Brown, Nathan Burgers, Liam de Young, Luke Doerner, Jamie Dwyer, Russell Ford, David Guest, Nathan Eglington, Josh Hawes, Aaron Hopkins, Mark Knowles, Brent Livermore, Eli Matheson, Michael McCann, Daniel McPherson, Matt Naylor, Eddie Ockenden, Grant Schubert, Ian Smyth

28 January 2007 Australia 5 Netherlands 4 (Half time 3-3)Australia – Matt Naylor 8m PC, David Guest 18m PC, Eli Matheson 22m FG, Aaron Hopkins 45m PC, Jamie Dwyer 50m PC; Netherlands – Teun de Nooijer 3m PC, Ronald Brouwer 30m FG, Robert Van der Horst 35m/44m PC

29 January 2007 Australia 5 Netherlands 4 (Half time 3-1)Australia – Luke Doerner 2m/17m PC, Des Abbott 28m PC, Jamie Dwyer 41m FG, Eli Matheson 53m FG; Netherlands – Rob Reckers 22m/44m FG, Ronald Weusthof 48m/57m PC

1 February 2007 Australia 1 Netherlands 1 (Half time 0-1)Australia – Grant Schubert 48m FG; Netherlands Ronald Brouwer 26m FG

3 February 2007 Australia 3 Netherlands 3 (Half time 1-2)Australia – David Guest 31m PC, Luke Doerner 39m PC, Liam de Young 59m FG; Netherlands – Roderick Weusthof 24m FG, Robert Van der Horst 27m PC, Ronald Brouwer 46m FG

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Azlan Shah CupIpoh, Malaysia5-3 May 2007

Des Abbott, Kiel Brown, Liam De Young, Russell Ford, Bevan George, David Guest, Rob Hammond, Josh Hawes, Fergus Kavanagh, Stephen Lambert, Brent Livermore, Eli Matheson, Daniel McPherson, Matthew Naylor, Eddie Ockenden, Grant Schubert, Andrew Smith, Matt Wells.

5 May 2007 Australia 1 India 0 (Half time 0-0)Australia – Eddie Ockenden 54m FG

6 May 2007Australia 0 Argentina 1 (Half time 0-0)Argentina – Lucas Rafael Rossi 48m PC

9 May 2007 Australia 7 China 2 (Half time 3-0)Russell Ford 15m/47m FG, Matthew Naylor 19m FG, Brent Livermore 35 PS, Grant Schubert 37m/52m/63m FG; China – Li Zhi Meng 42m FG, Yi Song 70m PC

11 May 2007 Semi Final - Australia 6 Korea 2 (Half time 3-1)Australia – Des Abbott 9m/68m FG, Andrew Smith 14m FG, Liam de Young 37m/60m FG, Eli Matheson 51m FG; Korea – Jeong Yun Sang 12m PC, Lee Sung Min 51m PC

12 May 2007 Final - Australia 3 Malaysia 1Australia – Eddie Ockenden 2x FG, Russell Ford 1x FG; Malaysia Jiwa Mohan 70m PC Finals placings1. Australia 5. Argentina2. Malaysia 6. Pakistan3. India 7. China4. Korea 8. Canada

AUSTRALIAN JUNIOR MEN5 Test Series v KoreaCanberra, Australia 7-13 August 2006

Jacob Burns, Matthew Butturini, Joel Carroll, Travis Carroll, Andrew Charter, Geoffrey Cock, Craig Dent, Kieran Govers, Adrian Lockley, Josh Miller, Josh Poulton, Josh Pollard, Tom Scott, Glenn Simpson, Will Unkles, Patrick Ward, Josh White, Jason Wilson,

7 August 2006 Australia 7 Korea 2 (Half time 4-2)Australia – Geoffrey Cock 6m FG, Travis Carroll 26m/30m FG, Kieren Govers 35m PC 60m FG, Josh Miller 41m/70m FG; Korea – Jae Hyuk Lee 12m FG, You Haeng Shin 32m PC

9 August 2006 Australia 9 Korea 0 (Half time 2-0)Australia – Geoffrey Cock 15m/46m/57m/64m/66m FG, Josh Miller 20m FG, Jacob Burns 37m FG, Jason Wilson 67m FG, Josh Pollard 69m FG

10 August 2006 Australia 4 Korea 3 (Half time 1-2)Australia – Travis Carroll 4m PC, Geoffrey Cock 40m/57m FG 43m PC; Korea – Yun

Sang Jung 8m/50m PC, Kwang Woo Jang 16m PC

12 August 2006 Australia 3 Korea 4 (Half time 1-3)Australia – Glenn Simpson 19m FG, Kieren

Govers 61m FG, Travis Carroll 69m FG; Korea – Hyun Woo Nam 3m FG, Jun Hwa Lee 29m FG, Dong Hyun Lee 30m FG, Yun Sang Jung

13 August 2006 Australia 4 Korea 3 (Half Time 2-1)Australia – Geoffrey Cock 7m FG, Josh Pollard 24m FG, Kieren Govers 42m FG, Jason Wilson 52m FG; Korea - You Haeng Shin 21m PC, Soon Chan Jang 54m FG, Jae Hyuk Lee 61m FG

AUSTRALIAN JUNIOR MEN2007 Australian Youth Olympic FestivalSydney, Australia 17-21 January 2007

Jacob Burns, Matthew Butturini, Andrew Charter, Geoffrey Cock, Craig Dent, Kieren Govers, Malcolm Kemp, Daniel Mirecki, Josh Pollard, Josh Poulton, Tom Scott, Glen Simpson, Will Unkles, Patrick Ward, Jason Wilson

17 January 2007 Australia 5 Malaysia 2 (Half time 2-0)Australia – Geoffrey Cock 19m/54m PC 40m FG, Kieran Govers 35m FG, Malcolm Kemp 56m FG; Malaysia – Mohd Nor Hafiq Abdul Gaffar 48m PS, Baljit Sengh Sarjab Singh 65m PS

18 January 2007 Great Britain 1 Australia 1 (Half time 0-1)Great Britain – Darren Cheesman 24m FG;Australia – Geoffrey Cock 54m FG

20 January 2007 Australia 3 China 0 (Half time 0-0)Australia – Daniel Mirecki 40m FG, Jacob Burns 46m FG, Geoffrey Cock 51m FG

21 January 2007 Final - Australia 2 Great Britain 2 (Australia won 7 penalty strokes to 6)Australia – Geoffrey Cock 39m PC, Kieran Govers 44m FG; Great Britain – Ashley Jackson 37m PC, Chris Griffiths 53m FG

Final placings1. Australia2. Great Britain3. China4. Malaysia

Australian Junior Women2007 Australian Youth Olympic FestivalSydney, Australia 17-21 January 2007

Alison Bruce, Fiona Boyce, Kate Denning, Eloise Duay, Casey Eastham, Prue Eiser, Samantha Gale, Courtney Gray, Carla Hunter, Emily Hurtz, Rachel Miller, Harriet Moore, Jillian Morrison, Ashleigh Nelson, Megan O’Connell, Sally O’Toole

17 January 2007 Australia 4 New Zealand 2 (Half time 2-2)Australia – Emily Hurtz 17m PC, Kate Denning 24m FG, Rachel Miller 40m FG, Samantha Gale 47m FG; New Zealand – Stacey Michelsen 3m PC, Liz Perry 30m FG

18 January 2007 Australia 2 Great Britain 1 (Half time 0-1)Australia – Ashleigh Nelson 46m PC, Samantha Gale 68m PC; Great Britain – Suzie Gilbert 24m PC

20 January 2007 Australia 4 China 0 (Half time 1-0)Australia – Rachel Miller 35m FG, Eloise Duay 42m FG, Ashleigh Nelson 57m FG, Samantha Gale 70m FG

21 January 2007 Final - Australia 2 Great Britain 4 (Half time 1-2)Australia – Samantha Gale 15m FG, Samantha

Gale 62m FG; Great Britain – Hayley Brown 2m FG, Sarah Page 4m PC, Hayley Brown 44m FG, Charlotte Craddock 54m PC

Final placings1. Great Britain2. Australia3. New Zealand4. China

Men’s AIS Tour29 September – 17 October 2006

2 October 2006 Australia 2 Korea 3



7 October 2006 Australia 1 Seognam Cityhall Team 1

8 October 2006 Australia 3 Kimhae Cityhall Team3

10 October 2006 Australia 1 Malaysia 1




Indoor Women2nd World CupVienna, Austria 14-18 February 2007

Lauren Austin, Amanda Calton, Lisa Herbertson, Sue-Anne Hocking, Jemma Norton, Emily Pickup, Emily Riordan, Megan Rivers, Melissa Simpson, Gaye Tarrant, Fiona Young, Melissa Williams

14 February 2007 Australia 0 Germany 12 (Half time 0-5)Germany – Marion Rodewald 3m FG, Natascha Keller 4m PS 16m FG 31m PC, Jennifer Plass 10m/12m/40m FG, Julia Mueller 22m PS 38m FG, Tina Schuetze 22m/25m/37m FG

Australia 4 Czech Republic 1 (Half time 2-0)Australia – Megan Rivers 4m FG, Lauren Austin 17m/40m FG, Gaye Tarrant 34m PS,

15 February 2007 Australia 2 Scotland 2 (Half time 2-2)Australia – Gaye Tarrant 2m FG, Fiona Young 14m FG; Scotland – Helen Walker 1m FG, Catriona Semple 2m FG Australia 5 Italy 3 (Half time 1-1)Australia – Megan Rivers 12m PC 37m FG, Gaye Tarrant 22m PS 33m PC, Fiona Young 8m FG; Italy – Claudia Torretta 11m PS, Paola Lombardi 32m FG, Francesca Faustini 40m PC

16 February 2007 Semi Final - Australia 5 Ukraine 8 (Half time 2-2)Australia – Melissa Simpson 12m FG, Gaye Tarrant 14m/28m/38m PC, Lauren Austin 24m FG; Ukraine – Maryna Vynohradova 4m/25m/32m PC 22m FG, Yana Vorushylo 8m/35m/40m FG, Bohdana Sadova 34m PC 16 February 2007Classification (5/6) - Australia 4 Belarus 5 (Half time 1-1)Australia – Gaye Tarrant 10m PC, Megan Rivers

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28m PC, Fiona Young 38m PC, Amanda Calton 39m FG; Belarus – Yulia Piatrova 8m FG, Volha Piatrova 23m/26m/40m PC 28m FG

Final Placings1. Netherlands 7. Austria2. Spean 8. Scotland3. Germany 9. Canada4. Ukraine 10. Italy5. Belarus 11. Czech Republic6. Australia 12. South Africa

Indoor Men2nd World CupVienna, Austria 14-18 February 2007

Simon Beaton, Jason Black, Jye Bunt, Mark Harris, Andrew Hunt, Matthew Hotchkis, Kurt Ogilvie, Blake Sanford, Jonathan Stebbings, George Watts, Graham Watts, Rohan Wilson

14 February 2007 Australia 8 Russia 4 (Half time 3-1) Australia – Simon Beaton 7m/19m FG, Jonathan Stebbings18m/36m FG, Jason Black 22m/24m/33m PC, Mark Harris 26m FG; Russia – Alexey Mamoshkin 2m FG, Alezander Platonov 30m FG, Alexey Sergeev 35m/39m FG Australia 3 Switzerland 4 (Half time 2-2)Australia – Jason Black 3m FG, Jonathan Stebbings 14m FG, Simon Beaton 32m PC; Switzerland - Michael Casagrande 13m FG, Thierry Grandchamp 18m FG 31m PC, Christian avallet 26m FG

15 February 2007 Australia 2 Czech Republic 7 (Half time 1-4)Australia – Mark Harris 19m FG, Simon Beaton 36m PC; Czech Republic – Stepan Sernatek 2m/31m FG 25m PC, Tomas Prochazka 4m PC, Ales Perinka 19m PC, Richard Kotrc 19m FG,Petr Bodnar 23m FG

Australia 5 Trinidad & Tobago 1 (Half time 2-0)Australia - Mark Harris 10m/21m FG, Jason Black 18m PC, Jonathan Stebbings 30m FG, Matthew Hotchkis 37m PC; Trinidad & Tobago – Mickel Pierre 27m FG

16 February 2007 Classification - Australia 1 Germany 5 (Half time 0-2)Australia – Jonathan Stebbings 21m FG; Germany – Sebastian Draguhn 10m FG, Oskar Deecke 13m/29m FG, Tobias Hauke 24m FG, Benedikt Sperling 40m FG

17 February 2007 Classification (7/8) - Australia 4 Canada 5 (Half time 2-1)Australia – Jonathan Stebbings 3m FG, Jye Bunt 9m FG, Mark Harris 31m FG,Simon Beaton 40m PC; Canada – Kenneth Pereira 14m/33m FG, Wayne Fernandes 22m FG, Jonathan Roberts 29m FG, Cregan Joseph 34m FG

Final Placings1. Germany 7. Canada 2. Poland 8. Australia3. Spain 9. Switzerland4. Czech Republic 10. Italy5. Russia 11. South Africa6. Austria 12. Trinidad & Tobago

Australian Hockey LeagueWomenVarious, Australia23 February - 8 April 2007

23 February 2007 Victoria 1 Western Australia 3 (Half time 1-2)Victoria – Leah Merrett 18m FG; Western

Australia – Lisa Pamenter 3m FG, Sian Smithson 9m PC, Jayde Taylor 65m PS

24 February 2007 Northern Territory 0 Tasmania 3 (Half time 0-2)Tasmania – Abby Douglas 2m PC, Eloise Duay 26m/47m FG

Australian Capital Territory 4 Queensland 4 (8-9 following strokes)Australian Capital Territory – Sara Cornish 2m FG, Tonina Staunton 10m FG, Ursula Ditton 27m PC, Laura Desmet 33m FG; Queensland – Suzanne Faulkner 13m FG, Madonna Blyth 28m FG 38m PS, Angie Lambert 47m PC

South Australia 0 New South Wales 2 (Half time 0-1)New South Wales – Ebony Barber 13m FG, Piki Hamahona 42m FG

Western Australia 5 Victoria 2 (Half time 3-0)Western Australia – Jayde Taylor 2m/19m PC, Chantelle Ciallella 16m FG, Sian Smithson 36m FG, Shelly Liddelow 53m FG; Victoria – Carla Bond 44m PC, Leah Merrett 62m PC

25 February 2007 Australian Capital Territory 0 Queensland 5 (Half time 0-2)Queensland – Prue Eiser 20m FG, Emma Paterson 31m FG, Teneal Attard 53m FG, Renae Holmes 56m PC, Angie Lambert 61m PC

South Australia 1 New South Wales 3 (Half time 1-1)South Australia – Melody Rowe 4m PC; New South Wales – Nicole Youman 35m FG, Piki Hamahona 57m PC, Kellie-Lee James 65m FG

Northern Territory 0 Tasmania 3 (Half time 0-2)Tasmania – Eloise Duay 2m/11m FG, Stacey Carr 41m FG

3 March 2007 Tasmania 2 South Australia 1 (Half time 1-0)Tasmania – Abby Douglas 12m FG, Lena Perriman 51m FG; South Australia – Jessica Cibich 45m FG

Australian Capital Territory 7 Northern Territory 1(Half time 4-0)Australian Capital Territory – Ursula Ditton 4m/58m PC, Peta Gallagher 11m/35m FG, Tonina Staunton 22m FG 54m PC, Sally Vaughan 62m FG; Northern Territory – Tate Napier 61m FG

Victoria 3 New South Wales 2 (Half time 1-0)Victoria – Renee Trost 10m FG, Amanda Gillon 52m PC, Claire Messent 59m PC; New South Wales – Piki Hamahona 53m FG, Jessica Esslemont 54m FG Queensland 2 Western Australia 1 (Half time 2-1)Queensland – Kirsten Drysdale 14m FG, Angie Lambert 42m PC; Western Australia – Jayde Taylor 45m FG

4 March 2007 Tasmania 4 South Australia 3 (Half time 3-1)Tasmania – Sofie McLeod 10m PC, Abby Douglas 16m PC, Eloise Duay 21m FG, Nicole Geeves 42m PC; South Australia – Sarah Harrison 14m PC, Sheree Phillips 50m PC, Melody Rowe 55m PC

Australian Capital Territory 0 Northern Territory 0 (2 -3 following strokes)

Victoria 2 New South Wales 3 (Half time 1-1)Victoria – Carla Bond 25m PC, Leah Merrett 41m FG; New South Wales – Nicole Youman 29m PC 46m FG, Piki Hamahona 67m PC

Queensland 3 Western Australia 2 (Half time 2-0)Queensland – Suzanne Faulkner 4m FG, Shannon Bain 34m PC, Madonna Blyth 37m FG; Western

Australia – Ashleigh Nelson 41m PC, Melissa Luff 42m FG

10 March 2007 South Australia 0 Western Australia 6 (Half time 0-2)Western Australia – Hope Munro 3m PC, Lisa Pamenter 9m FG, Jayde Taylor 53m PC, Emily Halliday 55m PC, Sian Smithson 65m FG, Ashleigh Nelson 70m FG

Victoria 1 Australian Capital Territory 2 (Half time 1-0)Victoria – Kary Chau 20m FG; Australian Capital Territory – Sarah Taylor 59m/77m PC

Northern Territory 0 Queensland 5 (Half time 0-3)Queensland – Lauren Richards 12m FG 19m PC, Prue Eiser 15m FG, Suzanne Faulkner 46m FG, Angie Lambert 60m PC

New South Wales 6 Tasmania 2 (Half time 3-2)New South Wales – Samantha Gale 5m PC, Rebecca Sanders 13m/61m PC, Jessica Esslemont 34m FG, Megan Rivers 38m FG, Kellie-Lee James 46m FG; Tasmania – Stacey Carr 18m FG, Lucy Ockenden 33m PC

11 March 2007 Western Australia 4 South Australia 3 (Half time 2-3)Western Australia – Rheannin Kelly 20m PS, Emily Halliday 26m PC, Ashleigh Nelson 39m FG, Shelly Liddelow 46m FG; South Australia – Sheree Phillips 4m PC, Bronte Pickett 14m PC, Melody Rowe 31m FG

Victoria 2 Australian Capital Territory 1 (Half time 0-1)Victoria – Renee Trost 50m PC, Tegan Riordan 63m FG; Australian Capital Territory – Tonina Staunton 18m FG

New South Wales 4 Tasmania 2 (Half time 1-0)New South Wales – Jessica Esslemont 20m FG, Piki Hamahona 38m FG, Rebecca Sanders 51m PC, Samantha Gale 60m FG; Tasmania – Stacey Carr 44m PC, Abby Douglas 58m FG

Northern Territory 0 Queensland 3 (Half time 0-2)Queensland – Suzanne Faulkner 5m FG, Emma Paterson 28m FG, Angie Lambert 58m PC

17 March 2007 South Australia 3 Northern Territory 1 (Half time 2-0)South Australia – Jessica Cibich 5m PC, Mignon Marles 8m FG, Melody Rowe 40m PS; Northern Territory – Asura Baudaskaite 69m FG

Tasmania 0 Western Australia 5 (Half time 0-3)Western Australia – Melissa Luff 15m FG, Lisa Pamenter 22m FG, Emily Halliday 33m PC, Jemma Buckley 41m FG, Shelly Liddelow 62m PC

Queensland 2 Victoria 0 (Half time 1-0)Queensland – Madonna Blyth 19m PC, Lauren Richards 52m FG

New South Wales 1 Australian Capital Territory 2 (Half time 0-1)New South Wales – Samantha Gale 61m PC; Australian Capital Territory – Kyralee Urquhart 25m PC, Laura Desmet 54m FG

18 March 2007 South Australia 2 Northern Territory (Half time 1-0)South Australia – Joanne Galletly 7m PC, Sheree Phillips 45m PC; Northern Territory – Emily Peris 67m PC

Tasmania 0 Western Australia 5 (Half time 0-1)Western Australia – Emily Halliday 10m/40m PC,

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ResultsLisa Pamenter 42m FG, Jemma Buckley 48m

New South Wales 4 Australian Capital Territory 3 (Half time 3-1)New South Wales – Samantha Gale 9m/19m FG, Rebecca Sanders 14m PC, Piki Hamahona 64m PC; Australian Capital Territory – Tonina Staunton 23m PC, Kyralee Urquhart 42m PC, Peta Gallagher 66m PC

Queensland 0 Victoria 3 (Half time 0-2)Victoria – Amanda Gillon 10m PC, Kimberley Morrow 14m/64m FG

FinalsBrisbane

2 April 2007 Queensland 3 New South Wales 2 (Half time 1-1)Queensland – Shannon Bain 13m/47m PC, Angie Lambert 58m PC; New South Wales – Meredith Orr 32m FG, Samantha Gale 40m FG

Victoria 4 Tasmania 0 (Half time 1-0)Victoria – Ngaire Smith 13m FG, Kimberley Morrow 57m FG, Claire Messent 60m FG, Denise Durajski 65m PC

Australian Capital Territory 2 South Australia 1 (Half time 2-1)Australian Capital Territory – Nicole Arrold 13m PC, Peta Gallagher 32m PC; South Australia – Bronte Pickett 15m PC

Western Australia 3 Northern Territory 1(Half time 2-0)Western Australia – Lisa Pamenter 3m FG, Emily Halliday 10m PC, Shelly Liddelow 40m PC; Northern Territory – Angie Marriner 68m PC

3 April 2007 Australian Capital Territory 0 Western Australia 4 (Half time 0-2)Western Australia – Emily Halliday 8m PC, Lisa Pamenter 24m FG, Hope Munro 41m FG, Ashleigh Nelson 69m FG

New South Wales 9 Northern Territory 1 (Half time 6-0)New South Wales – Rebecca Sanders 4m/33m/35m PC, Kellie-Lee James 11m PC, Piki Hamahona 17m FG, Meredith Orr 24m/37m PC, Samantha Gale 45m/64m PC; Northern Territory – Michelle Caden 68m FG

Tasmania 2 Queensland 10 (Half time 2-4)Tasmania – Eloise Duay 11m FG, Sofie McLeod 14m PC; Queensland – Madonna Blyth 5m PC, Teneal Attard 9m FG, Angie Lambert 26m PC, Suzanne Faulkner 32m/49m/57m PC 59m FG, Renae Holmes 41m PC, Melanie Twitt 60m FG, Prue Eiser 67m FG

Victoria 3 South Australia 1 (Half time 2-1)Victoria – Megan O’Connell 7m/15m PC, Leah Merrett 44m FG; South Australia – Meldoy Rowe 27m PS

5 April 2007 Queensland 5 South Australia 0 (Half time 2-0)Queensland – Shannon Bain 20m FG, Suzanne Faulkner 24m PC 55m FG, Danette Boland 36m PC, Angie Lambert 47m PC

New South Wales 2 Western Australia 1 (Half time 2-1)New South Wales – Piki Hamahona 3m PC, Samantha Gale 70m FG; Western Australia – Sian Smithson 17m FG

Northern Territory 5 Victoria 2 (Half time 2-1)Northern Territory – Terri Bergin 20m PC, Elisa Hammond 35m/44m/51m FG, Tate Napier 69m PC; Victoria – Sarah O’Connor 9m PC, Megan O’Connell 53m PC

Tasmania 1 Australian Capital Territory 1 (3-2 following strokes)Tasmania – Nicole Geeves 16m PC; Australian Capital Territory – Laura Desmet 51m FG

7 April 2007 Australian Capital Territory 4 South Australia 0 (Half time 3-0)Australian Capital Territory – Peta Gallagher 8m PC22m/23m FG, Tonina Staunton 38m FG

Tasmania 1 Northern Territory (Half time 1-0)Tasmania – Abby Douglas 2m FG; Northern Territory – Elisa Hammond 65m FG Queensland 3 Victoria 0 (Half time 1-0)Queensland – Prue Eiser 7m FG, Angie Lambert 49m PC, Suzanne Faulkner 61m PC

Western Australia 3 New South Wales 0 (Half time 1-0)Western Australia – Sian Smithson 35m/50m FG, Rheannin Kelly 37m PC

8 April 2007 South Australia 0 Northern Territory 1 (Half time 0-0)Northern Territory – Emily Peris 67m FG

Australian Capital Territory 3 Tasmania 1 (Half time 3-1)Australian Capital Territory – Peta Gallagher 11m/25m/44m FG; Tasmania – Sofie McLeod 55m PC

Victoria 2 New South Wales 1 (Half time 1-1)Victoria – Renee Trost 25m FG, Denise Durajski 50m PC; New South Wales – Rebecca Sanders 17m PC Queensland 1 Western Australia 2 (Half time 1-1)Queensland – Angie Lambert 21m PC; Western Australia – Emily Halliday 10m PC, Ashleigh Nelson 37m FG

Final Placings1. Western Australia 2. Queensland3. Victoria 4. New South Wales5. Australian Capital Territory6. Tasmania7. Northern Territory8. South Australia

Australian Hockey LeagueMenVarious, Australia24 February – 8 April 2007

23 February 2007 Victoria 1 Western Australia 2 (Half time 1-2)Victoria – Andrew Smith 52m FG; Western Australia – Michael Boyce 1m FG, Andrew Jacobs 48m PC

24 February 2007 Northern Territory 1 Tasmania 3 (Half time 1-3)Northern Territory – Des Abbott 60m FG; Tasmania – Paul Ancher 23m FG, Marcus Richardson 28m PC, Geoffrey Cock 55m FG

Australian Capital Territory 1 Queensland 7 (Half time 1-4)Australian Capital Territory – Iain Davidson 34m FG; Queensland – Jason Wilson 5m/8m PC 37m FG, Jacob Burns 34m/35m PC 51m FG, Tim Bates 58m FG

South Australia 3 New South Wales 5 (Half time 2-2)South Australia – Tom Cleghorn 5m FG, Rob Porter 33m FG, Adam Jeffrey 58m PC; New South Wales – Matt Naylor 1m PS, Eli Matheson 15m FG, Stuart Fletcher 48m/54m FG, Mark Paterson 61m FG

Western Australia 1 Victoria 3 (Half time 0-1)Western Australia – Judd Dyer 54m FG; Victoria – Andrew Smith 34m PC, Russell Ford 38m PC,

Chris Ciriello 44m PC

25 February 2007 Australian Capital Territory 0 Queensland 1 (Half time 0-0) Queensland – Troy Elder 70m PC South Australia 1 New South Wales 3 (Half time 1-2)South Australia – Joel Dry 9m PC; New South Wales – Eli Matheson 20m/30m FG, Ron Charlton 61m PC

Northern Territory 0 Tasmania 5 (Half time 0-1)Tasmania – Simon Child 20m PC, Eddie Ockenden 42m FG, Marcus Richardson 46m FG, Nick Tremayne 55m PC, Geoffrey Cock 58m FG

3 March 2007 Tasmania 4 South Australia 3 (Half time 3-1)Tasmania – David Guest 9m PC, Matthew Wells 16m FG, Nick Tremayne 31m PC, Marcus Richardson 62m FG; South Australia – Matthew McGregor 14m/37m PC, Adam Jeffrey 48m PC

Queensland 4 Western Australia 2 (Half time 0-2)Queensland – Darran Bisley 39m FG, Nathan Eglington 52m/64m/68m FG; Western Australia – Richard Gibson 6m FG, Bevan George 19m PC

Australian Capital Territory 3 Northern Territory 4 (Half time 2-1)Australian Capital Territory – Blair Brown 16m PC, Iain Davidson 27m FG, Seyi Onitiri 59m PC; Northern Territory – Des Abbott 2m PC, Ben Collier 39m FG, Jon Howson 56m FG

Victoria 3 New South Wales 4 (Half time 1-2)Victoria – Luke Doerner 34m/40m PC, Joshua Pollard 51m FG; New South Wales – Eli Matheson 13m FG, Matt Naylor 16m/41m/60m FG

4 March 2007 Tasmania 3 South Australia 2 (Half time 1-0)Tasmania – Marcus Richardson 31m FG, Geoffrey Cock 57m/68m FG; South Australia – Tom Cleghorn 64m FG, Adam Jeffrey 69m FG

Victoria 3 New South Wales (Half time 0-1)Victoria – Joshua Pollard 48m, Luke Doerner 64m PC, Matthew Higgins 65m FG; New South Wales – Troy Sutherland 22m FG, Kieran Govers 51m FG

ACT 4 Northern Territory 6 (Half time 2-3)ACT – Iain Davidson 20m FG, Daniel Hotchkis 26m FG, Seyi Onitiri 40m PC, Glenn Turner 63m FG; Northern Territory – Travis Carroll 22m FG, Dash Hewett 24m/70m FG, Des Abbott 31m PC 42m FG, Alistair McLennan 55 PC

Queensland 3 Western Australia 2 (Half time 0-0)Queensland – Dean Butler 37m FG, Troy Elder 61m/80m PC; Western Australia – Daniel Trigwell 47m/65m FG

10 March 2007 New South Wales 5 Tasmania 2 (Half time 1-1)New South Wales – Matt Naylor 4m PC, Stuart Fletcher 40m PC, Brent Livermore 45m FG, Kieran Govers 56m FG, Josh Miller 57m FG; Tasmania – Geoffrey Cock 15m FG, Marcus Richardson 37m FG

South Australia 0 Western Australia 6 (Half time 0-2)Western Australia – Kiel Brown 5m PS 27m FG, Jonathon Charlesworth 48m/66m FG, Daniel Trigwell 52m FG, Geoffrey Boyce 62m

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Women’s Australian Under 18 National ChampionshipLaunceston, Australia 8-19 May 2007

Final Placings1. New South Wales2. Queensland3. Tasmania4. Victoria5. South Australia6. Australian Capital Territory7. Northern Territory8. Western Australia

Under 15 Women’s ChampionshipHobart, Australia 28 September – 7 October 2006

Final Placings 1. New South Wales2. Australian Capital Territory3. Tasmania 4. Western Australia5. Queensland6. Victoria7. South Australia 8. Northern Territory

Under 15 Men’s ChampionshipMelbourne, Australia 28 September – 7 October 2006

Final Placings 1. New South Wales2. Queensland3. Victoria 4. Tasmania5. Western Australia6. South Australia7. Australian Capital Territory8. Northern Territory

Women’s Australian Country ChampionshipBendigo, Australia 29 July -6 August 2006

Final Placings1. Queensland2. New South Wales3. Western Australia4. Victoria5. South Australia6. Australian Defence Force

Men’s Australian Country ChampionshipBendigo, Australia 29 July-6 August 2006

Final Placings1. Queensland2. New South Wales3. Victoria 4. Western Australia5. Australian Defence Force6. South Australia

Women’s Australian Open Indoor ChampionshipsCanberra, Australia 11-16 December 2006

Final Placings 1. New South Wales2. Western Australia3. Victoria4. Australian Capital Territory5. South Australia

Men’s Australian Open Indoor ChampionshipsCanberra, Australia 11-16 December 2006

Final Placings 1. New South Wales2. Australian Capital Territory3. Western Australia4. Victoria5. South Australia

Australian Under 21 Men’s Indoor ChampionshipsCanberra, Australia 10-16 December 2006

Final Placings 1. Australian Capital Territory 2. New South Wales3. Western Australia4. South Australia5. Victoria

Australian Under 21 Women’s Indoor ChampionshipsCanberra, Australia 11-16 December 2006

Final Placings 1. New South Wales 2. Western Australia3. Victoria4. Australian Capital Territory

Women’s Under 18 Indoor ChampionshipCarrara, Australia 15-20 January 2007

Final Placings 1. New South Wales2. Victoria Queensland3. Australian Capital Territory4. Western Australia5. South Australia

Women’s Australian Veterans ChampionshipDarwin, Australia 21-29 July 2006

Final Placings Over 35’s1. Western Australia2. Victoria3. Tasmania4. Queensland5. New South Wales6. Northern Territory

Final Placings Over 40’s1. New South Wales2. Queensland3. Western Australia4. Victoria5. South Australia6. Northern Territory7. Australian Capital Territory

Final Placings Over 45’s1. Victoria2. Queensland3. New South Wales4. Western Australia5. Northern Territory6. Tasmania7. Australian Capital Territory

Final Placings Over 50’s1. Queensland2. Western Australia3. New South Wales4. Victoria5. Australian Capital Territory6. Northern Territory7. South Australia

Final Placings Over 55’s1. New South Wales2. Queensland3. Victoria4. Western Australia5. Northern Territory

Photos, from top to bottom: 2006 Australian Veterans Championships (photo: HockeyNSW); Rob Hammond holds the 2007 Azlan Shah trophy aloft (phtoto: Grant Treeby); Jamie Dwyer celebrates with Nathan Eglington- Australia v Korea World Cup Semi Final (Photo: Grant Treeby)

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