JUNIORS
Welcome to the Juniors Section
Junior President’s Message
Dear parents of HHC junior players,
Outdoor Teams
In the 2024 winter season, we aim to be fielding teams in every age group for girls, boys and district competitions. We will also be running Hookin2Hockey programs in all 4 school terms.
Indoor Teams
We will enter Indoor teams based on player interest. Indoor is typically in Term 4.
Term 4 Outdoor
Summer6s will be running on Friday nights for U10, U12, U14 & U16. All matches are either H-1 or H-2. New players welcome.
New Players
The club will be focussing on building up player numbers next year. More players at each level helps us create more balanced teams where kids are playing at the appropriate level and age group which will make it more enjoyable for everyone! One of the best ways we can recruit players is word of mouth. So please ask you kids to talk to their friends and encourage them to try out hockey. We will accommodate training to develop new players at all age groups. Please fill out the new players form and someone will contact you.
Pete Major
President of Juniors Section
Hawthorn Hockey Club
Under 10’s and Under 12’s usually play their games on Saturday mornings. Under 14’s, Under 16’s and Under 18’s usually play their games on Friday nights.
For the purposes of determining age-based player eligibility the following shall apply for the 2024 HV winter competition:
Under 10 | Born on or after 1 January 2014 |
Under 12 | Born on or after 1 January 2012 |
Under 14 | Born on or after 1 January 2010 |
Under 16 | Born on or after 1 January 2008 |
Under 18 | Born on or after 1 January 2006 |
Training Nights
Under 10’s Monday night from 18th March, 2024 – 5:30pm – 6:30pm, H-1
Under 12’s Monday night from 18th March, 2024 – 5:30pm – 6:45pm, Girls H-1, Boys H-2
Under 14’s Tuesday night from 19th March, 2024 – 5:30pm – 6:45pm, Girls H-1, Boys H-2
Under 16’s Tuesday night from 19th March, 2024 – 5:30pm – 6:45pm, Girls H-1, Boys H-2
Under 18’s Wednesday night from 20th March, 2024 – 6:00pm – 7:00pm, H-1
Training Calendar
Never miss a training session – Subscribe to age group training calendars applicable to your family using the links below
The Hawthorn Hockey Club runs an introductory program called HookIn2Hockey@Hawthorn.
Hookin2Hockey is Hockey Australia’s national junior program and designed for Boys and Girls aged 13 and under. The program is particularly suits first time players. The program gives the participants the opportunity to learn the basic skills of hockey, develop fundamental motor skills and make friends.
Opportunities for the kids to then further participate in playing matches etc will be available through the winter or sping programs.
Who: Anyone interested in playing hockey. New friends are welcome – you don’t need to have played at Hawthorn this year, so invite your friends
Aims: Have FUN and learn some hockey skills
When: Join the teams training at 5:00pm on a Monday Night.
Where: H-1 (the pitch in front of the clubhouse) Hawthorn Hockey Club 482 Auburn Road, Hawthorn
Cost: $87.81 Payment is required with registration.
Mouthguards are compulsory!! EVERYONE will need a mouthguard, which can be purchased from your dentist, sports shops or chemists.
Have questions about Hookin2Hockey? Contact us now.
All players are required to be registered with both Hockey Victoria (HV) and Hawthorn. Due to insurance policies with Hockey Victoria, it is ideal if players have registered with HV before commencing training.
Hawthorn Hockey Club registrations are now available – please register as soon as possible.
For further details regarding registration, please visit the Registration page.
The Hawthorn Hockey Club uses Team App for official club and section messages, fixtures and selection information.
Please make sure that you have “checked” the correct Access Groups so you are opted in for the correct updates.
Likewise, leave any Access Groups that you are no longer associated with to minimise the number of Team App notifications you receive.
Please download TeamApp, search for Hawthorn Hockey Club and request access.
Note: Some groups, teams may use WhatsApp, however these messages are not club messages and are not archived by the club.
Our club, like all clubs, relies on many volunteers to operate. This includes the President – Junior Section, Age level co-ordinators, Team managers, Coaches, Hookin2Hockey co-ordinators, Indoor co-ordinators etc, right down to people to volunteer to run the BBQ when it is Hawthorn’s turn.
We NEED help to run your child’s team efficiently, so contact myself or your age coordinator to find out how you can help. It does not take much effort and is a great way to support your kids.
Learn more about getting involved with the club.
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Whether you’re a beginner or an experienced player, social or competitive, young or not so young, local, interstate or international, there is a team that’s just right for you.