🏑 Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)
📍 Where do I play hockey?
Competition matches are held at four venues across the region:
🗓️ When do I play hockey?
- The field hockey season typically runs from late March to September.
- The U18s competition starts earlier, from February to July.
🏆 What competitions are available?
- Illawarra South Coast Hockey offers competitions for:
- Men’s Grade
- Women’s Grade
- Juniors: U18s, U16s, U14s, U12s, U10s, U8s
- Shoalhaven Hockey Association also hosts additional competitions.
(Contact them directly for more information.)
🏠 Can I play Indoor Hockey too?
Yes! Indoor competitions run from September to December.
Games are held at our dedicated indoor hockey facility at the Illawarra Hockey Centre.
💰 How much does it cost to play hockey?
- Players must register with a local club.
- Fees vary by club and include compulsory registration with:
- Hockey Australia
- Hockey NSW
- Illawarra South Coast Hockey
View the Registration Fee Schedule(Insert link to schedule)
🛒 Where can I buy hockey equipment?
Visit the Illawarra Hockey Shop, located at the Illawarra Hockey Centre in Unanderra.
🧒 My child is keen to try hockey. Who do I contact?
🎯 What age can you start playing hockey?
Kids as young as 4 years old can start with Minkey Hockey – a fun, game-based format focused on:
- Skill development
- Movement
- Game sense
⏱️ How do I book turf time?
If you want to have a hit with friends, here’s how to book turf at our venues:
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Illawarra Hockey Centre
🔗 illawarrahockeycentre.com.au
📞 02 4271 7834
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UOW Hockey Pitch
🔗 UniActive Sports Hub
📞 UniActive: 4221 4700
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Croom Road Sports Complex
(Contact details not provided – please check with your club or local coordinator.)
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Shoalhaven Hockey Centre
(Contact details not provided – please check with local association.)
