About

Welcome to the Rovers-Cardinals Hockey Club

The Rovers-Cardinals Hockey Club proudly competes in the Geraldton Hockey Association and is one of the region’s most established and successful community sporting clubs.

With a proud history, strong family values, and a commitment to junior development, we provide a supportive and inclusive environment for players of all ages and skill levels.

Our History

Cardinals Women’s Hockey Club (Established 1929)

The Cardinals Women’s Hockey Club was founded in 1929 and remains the oldest club within the Geraldton Hockey Association. The club’s traditional colours were red and white, and it built a proud legacy of commitment, sportsmanship, and community involvement.

Rovers Men’s Hockey Club (Established 1953)

The Rovers Men’s Hockey Club was established in 1953 and made an immediate impact by winning the premiership in its inaugural season. The club proudly wore red and black and developed a strong culture of competitiveness and mateship.

United as One Club

In 1989, the two proud clubs united to form the Rovers-Cardinals Hockey Club. The combined club colours — red, black, and white — honour the heritage of both original clubs. In 1995, the “Redback” logo was introduced, symbolising strength, resilience, and unity.

Our Club Today

The Rovers-Cardinals Hockey Club has grown into a thriving, family-oriented club fielding 14 teams across all age groups:

4 Senior Teams
Men’s & Women’s A Grade
Men’s & Women’s A-Reserve
4 Junior Teams
Boys & Girls J10–12
Boys & Girls J7–9
6 Sub-Junior Teams
Boys & Girls J4–6
Mixed J2–3
Mixed JPP–1

In 2025, the club expanded from 8 to 14 teams following the successful transition of primary school divisions into our club structure — a significant step in strengthening grassroots hockey within our community.

A Tradition of Excellence

The Rovers-Cardinals Hockey Club has a long-standing tradition of success both on and off the field.

Within the Geraldton Hockey Association, the club has proudly claimed the Crothers Construction Pty Ltd Champion Club Shield fifteen times since its introduction in 1999.

In 2025, the club celebrated a remarkable milestone:

Men’s A-Grade Premiership
Women’s A-Grade Premiership — marking 10 consecutive premierships
Men’s third premiership in four years

These achievements reflect not only performance at the highest level but also the strength of our development pathways and club culture.

A Club for the Whole Family

At Rovers-Cardinals, we believe sport should bring families together. We are committed to:

Creating a welcoming, inclusive environment
Investing in junior development and skill progression
Supporting players from introductory levels through to senior competition
Encouraging sportsmanship, teamwork, and lifelong friendships

Our club is built on volunteer spirit, community connection, and a genuine passion for hockey.

Life Members

We proudly acknowledge the individuals whose dedication and service have shaped our club.

Rovers-Cardinals (1989 – Present)

Annette Dalton (1989)
Kath Eaton (1989)
Wayne Sweeney (1998)
Annette Cooper (1999)
Judy Kealy (1999)
Karen Stokes (1999)
Trevor Allen (2005)
Brett Morrison (2013)
Ken Allen (2014, Inaugural Member)
Ross Viner (2014, Inaugural Member, deceased 2018)
Cameron Mercer (2018)
Debra Robinson (2020)
Kerry Mercer (2023)
Jodie Shanahan (2025)