News - Hockey Australia

Fireworks expected as Hockeyroos reignite rivalry with India

The next chapter in one of world hockey’s growing rivalries will unfold over the coming days as the Hockeyroos and India lock horns in a 3-match series at MATE Stadium in Adelaide starting tomorrow night.

Hockeyroos India Katrina Powell Jane Claxton

Wed 17 May 2023

A special thank you to Australian hockey’s army of volunteers

With this week marking National Volunteer Week (NVW), Hockey Australia CEO David Pryles has penned an open letter to everyone who volunteers in hockey.

National Volunteer Week David Pryles

Mon 15 May 2023

Howard thriving with balance of dual career

Tim Howard is one of many Kookaburras and Hockeyroos athletes reaping the benefit of having a vocation outside of hockey.

Tim Howard National Careers Week Kookaburras

Fri 12 May 2023

Hockey features prominently at 2023 Pride in Sport Awards

Australian hockey’s reputation as a leader in the LGBTQ+ inclusion space was recognised again last night at the annual Pride in Sport Awards in Melbourne.

Pride in Sport Awards Hockey ACT Hockey Victoria Hockey Queensland Melissa Gmeiner

Thu 11 May 2023

Hockeyroos’ European trio back for final FIH Pro League matches

The return of an experienced quartet and key defender, plus the inclusion of a rising Tasmanian talent headline the Hockeyroos squad selected for the FIH Pro League matches against the Netherlands and Belgium in Europe in June.

Hockeyroos FIH Pro League Katrina Powell

Tue 09 May 2023

Knowles appointed Deputy Chef de Mission for Paris Olympics

Australian hockey and Kookaburras great Mark Knowles has been announced as a Deputy Chef de Mission for Australia’s Olympic team at next year’s Games in Paris.

Mark Knowles Deputy Chef de Mission Australian Olympic Committee David Pryles

Sat 06 May 2023

Burras align with Kookaburras for European tour

The Burras team for the upcoming European tour has been selected as Australia’s Under 21 Men’s Team heads over for a string of international matches that will include crossover and time with the Kookaburras.

Burras Jay Stacy Australian Under 21 Men's Hockey Team

Thu 04 May 2023

Vale Colin Nicholas OAM

Hockey Australia is saddened to hear of the passing of Life Member and former HA President Colin Nicholas at the age of 92.

Colin Nicholas

Thu 04 May 2023

New hockey accreditations and courses launched

Hockey Australia is excited to release three new accreditations and courses.

HockeyEd Foundation Support Judge Foundation Facilitator Acknowledgement of Country

Thu 04 May 2023

Updated Hockeyroos and Australia A teams named for India matches

An additional three players will make their Hockeyroos debut after Head Coach Katrina Powell announced additions to the team for the upcoming home series against India in Adelaide from 18-21 May.

Hockeyroos Alana Kavanagh Olivia Downes Aisling Utri Maddy Fitzpatrick

Tue 02 May 2023

Australian Hockey5s teams named for World Cup Qualifiers

The men’s and women’s players who will attempt to qualify Australia for the 2024 Hockey5s World Cup have been selected following the national camp in Warrnambool.

Australian Hockey5s Alistair Park Keegan Popowski

Mon 01 May 2023

Schonell shines as Hockeyroos defeat Black Sticks

Courtney Schonell was the star, scoring her first two international goals to secure the Hockeyroos a come from behind 2-1 win over New Zealand in their final match of the FIH Pro League ‘mini tournament’ in Christchurch.

Hockeyroos FIH Pro League Courtney Schonell

Sun 30 Apr 2023

Kookaburras end Christchurch FIH Pro League leg on a high

Two goals in each half have seen the Kookaburras withstand a strong challenge from New Zealand to finish their FIH Pro League ‘mini tournament’ with a 4-2 victory in Christchurch.

Kookaburras FIH Pro League Lachlan Sharp

Sun 30 Apr 2023

Kookaburras and Great Britain play out FIH Pro League thriller

The Kookaburras have earnt a shootout bonus point victory over Great Britain in an enthralling FIH Pro League encounter in Christchurch after scores were locked 3-3 at full time.

Kookaburras FIH Pro League Joel Rintala

Sat 29 Apr 2023

Brilliant Bec gives Hockeyroos payback over Great Britain

Two world class goals from Rebecca Greiner have fired the Hockeyroos to an impressive 3-1 victory against Great Britain in Christchurch this afternoon.

Hockeyroos FIH Pro League Rebecca Greiner Renee Taylor

Fri 28 Apr 2023

Rintala hat-trick fires Kookaburras past Black Sticks

A three-goal burst from Joel Rintala in just his second international has propelled the Kookaburras to a commanding 3-0 win over New Zealand in their FIH Pro League match in Christchurch this afternoon.

Kookaburras FIH Pro League Joel Rintala

Tue 25 Apr 2023

Hockeyroos produce stirring comeback over Black Sticks

Maiden international goals from Maddison Brooks and Abby Wilson have given the Hockeyroos a memorable 2-1 victory over New Zealand in their FIH Pro League match in Christchurch.

Hockeyroos FIH Pro League Maddison Brooks Abby Wilson Anzac Day

Tue 25 Apr 2023

Queensland Maroon defend Australian U15 Boys and Girls titles

Queensland Maroon’s Under 15 Boys and Girls teams have gone back-to-back after winning the 2023 Australian U15 Hockey Championships in Darwin.

2023 Hockey Australia U15 Championships Queensland Maroon

Mon 24 Apr 2023