News - Hockey Australia

"I'm really proud to do this for hockey" Eddie Ockenden named first Australian Hockey flag bearer since 1988

Four-time Olympian, two-time Olympic Bronze Medallist, Olympic Silver Medallist, four-time Commonwealth Games Gold Medallist, Australia's most capped hockey player, and now, Tasmania's first ever Flag Bearer and Australian Hockey's first Olympic Games Opening Ceremony Flag Bearer since 1988.

Eddie Ockenden 2024 Paris Olympic Games Flag Bearer

Wed 24 Jul 2024

Paris 2024 Preview

Australia’s hockey teams are eyeing the podium in Paris with the Kookaburras out to better their silver from the Tokyo Games, while the Hockeyroos are hoping to make it through to the medal play-offs to win the side’s first medal since the Sydney 2000 Games.

2024 Paris Olympics kookaburras hockeyroos

Wed 24 Jul 2024

2024 National Future Talent Squads named following impressive HA U18 Championships

Following impressive performances at the Hockey Australian Under 18 Championships and on the eve of the 2024 Paris Olympic Games, 32 male and female athletes have been recognised as the next generation of Australian hockey with selection in the 2024 Men's & Women's National Futures Squads.

National Futures Squad Under 18 National Championships

Tue 23 Jul 2024

2024 Life Member and Award of Merit Recipients Announced

Nine of Australian hockey’s most dedicated advocates have been officially recognized for their selfless dedication and significant contributions to the sport's advancement through the annual Hockey Australia (HA) Life Membership and Award of Merit announcement.

Hockey Australia Life Member Award of Merit Alumni

Sun 14 Jul 2024

Hockey Australia launches milestone Parliamentary Friends of Hockey Group

Sport funding, new directions for sports diplomacy and the Hockeyroos and Kookaburras preparation for the Paris 2024 Olympic Games are top of the agenda for the new Parliamentary Friends of Hockey in Australia group (PFG), launched in Canberra on Thursday.

Parliamentary Friends of Hockey Hockey Australia

Thu 04 Jul 2024

History-making Kookaburras and Hockeyroos announced for Paris 2024 Olympic Games

The Hockeyroos and Kookaburras are primed to continue hockey's Olympic legacy, as the 16-strong women's and men's Olympic teams were today unveiled by the Australian Olympic Committee at Aquinas College in Perth.

2024 Paris Olympics Kookaburras Hockeyroos Squad Announcement

Mon 01 Jul 2024

FIH Pro League Champions! Kookaburras head into Olympics on top

The Kookaburras are heading into the Olympic Games on top after claiming the FIH Pro League Season 5 title overnight, with a dominant campaign that saw them win 10 games in 16 matches.

FIH Pro League Kookaburras Champions

Fri 28 Jun 2024

‘The start of our commitment’ - Hockey Australia unveils new Climate Sustainability Strategy

Hockey Australia is excited to launch its very first Climate Sustainability Strategy, an action plan dedicated to reducing the sport’s carbon footprint and with a commitment to achieving net-zero targets.

Hockey Australia; Climate Sustainability Strategy

Thu 27 Jun 2024

Hockeyroos ecstatic with finale win over Great Britain before the Paris Olympic Games

The Hockeyroos have pulled off a double victory over Great Britain, on their home turf in London, this time with a 3-2 result to sign off on their FIH Pro League season.

Hockeyroos; FIH Pro League

Thu 13 Jun 2024

Kookaburras send final warning before Paris with commanding 5-1 win over Great Britain

The Kookaburras have sent a strong message to their nearest rivals ahead of the Paris Olympic Games, wrapping up the FIH Pro League season with a 5-1 win over powerhouses Great Britain.

FIH Pro League Kookaburras

Thu 13 Jun 2024

Hockeyroos fierce comeback not enough to stop Germany's triumph

The Hockeyroos are swiftly turning their attention to tomorrow's match against Great Britain, in what will be their last before the Paris 2024 Olympics, following a 2-3 loss to Germany in London.

Hockeyroos; FIH Pro League

Wed 12 Jun 2024

Kookaburras take top spot with last gasp victory over World Champs

The Kookaburras are on top of the FIH Pro League standings in their penultimate competition before the Paris 2024 Olympics, following a resurgent 3-2 win over Germany in London.

FIH Pro League Kookaburras

Wed 12 Jun 2024

Kookaburras denied top-spot in penalty shootout drama against World Champions Germany

The Kookaburras are on the cusp of taking the top spot on Season 5 of the FIH Pro League standings after another nail-biting penalty shootout resulted in a narrow loss.

FIH Pro League Kookaburras

Mon 10 Jun 2024

Hockeyroos conquer world number three Germany in thrilling shootout win

The Hockeyroos are brimming with confidence after continuing their winning run of form in London with a resurgent penalty shootout win over Germany.

FIH Pro League Hockeyroos

Mon 10 Jun 2024

'One of our best wins of the year' - Kookaburras elated after gritty victory over Great Britain

The Kookaburras are hailing composure and pure grit for a confident win over World Number 3 Great Britain.

FIH Pro League Kookaburras

Sun 09 Jun 2024

Rebecca Greiner double leads Hockeyroos to dominant win over Great Britain

The Hockeyroos have got off to a blistering start in London, defeating Great Britain 3-0 in the opening match of the final stage of Season 5 of the FIH Pro League.

FIH Pro League Hockeyroos

Sun 09 Jun 2024

Home advantage! Canberra plays host to Oceania Indoor World Cup Qualifier

A Trans-Tasman showdown is set to decide which nation will advance to the 2025 FIH Indoor Hockey World Cup in Croatia in February next year, as the best Indoor Hockey players from Australia and New Zealand prepare to go head-to-head.

Indoor Oceania Qualifier Trans-Tasman Hockey ACT Hockey NZ OHF

Fri 07 Jun 2024

Hockey One returns with blockbuster 2024 schedule

This year’s hockey action doesn’t stop at the Olympic Games, with the 2024 Hockey One League set to return for another stellar season culminating in a trip to Tasmania for an actioned pack finals series. It all begins on Friday 11 October.

Hockey One Road to Hobart Schedule 2024

Thu 06 Jun 2024