Australian Spirits Hockey (ASH) is calling for shadow player nominations for the following events:

55+, 60+, 65+ & 70+ Women's IMC teams for Nottingham, UK - competition dates 8 to 17 August 2025

The non-refundable fee payable upon team nomination is $22.  

As there is no opportunity for player trials, the nomination form is a little more detailed than usual and you are encouraged to take your time to provide the information requested.  Shadow players will be included after selectors have reviewed player data provided by the nominee; reference to AltiusRT system used by Hockey Australia and World Masters Hockey; and they may contact any referees or past state team coaches regarding player ability. 

Shadow player inclusions will be advised once completed - by mid January.  If a shadow player is then called into a team, a $500 non-refundable tour levy will be payable. This levy will include: ASH admin fee, travel admin fee, contribution to WMH team entry fee, honorariums (coach/manager/medical), sundry expenditure - training, manager kitty, etc.

Tour dates & accommodation
Tour dates will include arrival 2 days before the event and departure 1 day after the event (13 days total).  Accommodation will be offered via our travel agent, Travelcall at the player's expense.   Players are welcome to travel and share accommodation with supporters.  

Comprehensive travel insurance
It is a condition of travel with ASH that all players and supporters provide evidence of comprehensive travel insurance to safeguard any necessary cancellation of bookings, medical or injury expenses, flight changes, etc.

Australian Spirits Uniforms
Mandatory items will be playing shirt, skort/shorts, socks and alternate strip (2 full sets), walkout shirt, tracksuit pants and top - estimated cost $400.  Other optional items and accessories will be offered.

Selection Policy & Process
The team selection policy can be viewed on our website - https://www.revolutionise.com.au/spiritshockey/documents/policies.