Hockey Australia

Hockey Australia is an organisation that formed from the merger of the Australian Hockey Association and Women's Hockey Australia in 2000. It is the national body responsible for the promotion, development and administration of field hockey in Australia. Hockey Australia is a full member of the International Hockey Federation, and comprises the State and Territory associations.

History

The British Army has been credited with the spread of hockey throughout the world, but in Australia's case, the British Navy deserves the honours. In the late 1800s, Australia did not have a naval fleet of its own and relied upon the Royal Army for the security of the coastline. The British Naval officers stationed in Australia taught the locals the game of hockey and laid the foundations for a sport which Australians have developed and mastered.

National Teams

Hockey Australia is the governing body that oversees Australia's National Teams.

• The Kookaburras (Men)
• The Hockeyroos (Women)
• The Burras (Under 21 Men)
• The Jillaroos (Under 21 Women)

Tournaments

Hockey Australia organises National Tournaments, at various levels. These are as follows:

• Australian Hockey League 1991-Present (Men) 1993-Present (Women)
• National Championships Last Run in 1993 (Women) 1994 (Men), Replaced by AHL
• Under 21 National Championships
• Under 18 National Championships
• Under 15 National Championships
• National Country Championships
• Veterans...... ...
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