Welcome to Junior Hockey at Esperance Hockey Association
For questions about our Junior Competition, please contact our coordinator below:
📞 Matt Ryan 0475 184 461
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esperance.junior.hockey@gmail.com
If you want to contact our Grade Coordinators or Junior Admin Support you can find their details HERE
We’re excited to welcome players and families to the Esperance Hockey junior competition for the upcoming 2026 season. Our junior program focuses on skill development, teamwork and, most importantly, creating a fun and inclusive environment where kids can build confidence and enjoy their hockey.
Our Junior Committee has been hard at work behind the scenes, and we’re fortunate to have an enthusiastic and dedicated group ensuring everything is well organised for the season ahead. We’re looking forward to kicking things off on Saturday 2nd May and can’t wait to see our players back out on the field.
For 2026, our junior competition will be structured as follows:
J2/3
J4/5/6
J7/8/9
J10/11/12
Hookin2Hockey
This structure aligns with the updated Hockey WA Junior Club Championship format and supports strong team numbers across all grades. It also creates great opportunities for players to challenge themselves, with flexibility for “playing up” into higher grades based on age and ability.
Game times for the first half of the season will be:
J2/3: 8.00am
J4/5/6: 8.50am
J7/8/9: 9.45am
Hookin2Hockey: 10.00am
J10/11/12: 10.50am
Please note that these times apply to the first half of the season only. As you are aware, our surface redevelopment project is progressing well, and the transition to turf in the second half of the season (post mid-season break) will likely bring changes to game days and times. We will communicate these updates to families as soon as details are confirmed.
We’re excited about the season ahead and the opportunities it presents for all players to develop their skills, build confidence, and enjoy their hockey.
Our junior hockey program caters for a range of ages and abilities, with modified formats for younger players and progressive development opportunities as children grow. All sessions are supported by dedicated volunteer coaches and coordinators who are committed to providing a positive experience for every participant.
We thank families for their patience and flexibility as details are finalised and look forward to another great season of junior hockey.
Key Change for 2026:
📢 Late Registration Fee: After the 6th March 2026 , there will be a $10 increase for late registrations. This late fee does not apply to new players joining the club for the first time.
We understand that any fee increase can impact individuals and families, and we sincerely appreciate your understanding and continued support as we tansition into our new turf facilites. Our goal is to ensure a safe, inclusive, and enjoyable field hockey experience for all members of Esperance Hockey Association.
🏑 KidSport Vouchers:
Esperance Hockey Association accepts KidSport vouchers, a Western Australian Government program that helps eligible children aged 5–18 years access community sport. KidSport provides financial assistance of up to $500 per child, per year to help cover registration fees, uniforms and essential equipment.
Families wishing to use a KidSport voucher for hockey registration should contact the Registrar with their voucher number to obtain the required discount code prior to completing registration.
For eligibility information or to apply, visit the KidSport Website or you can speak with our Registrar for assistance.
🏑 Juniors playing in the senior competition:
If your child is playing in the senior competition, please select the relevant membership type and indicate what senior team they are playing for.
