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Men's World Championship Team Named - Ice Hockey Australia
Ice Hockey Australia (IHA) is proud to announce the selection of a formidable national men’s team set to compete in the upcoming World Championships to be held in Belgrade, Serbia, commencing on April 21, 2024. The Mighty Roo’s promise an exciting brand of hockey with seasoned veterans and promising young talents, representing the best of... Read more »
Welcome to AWIHL Finals - 2024 - Ice Hockey Australia
Ice Hockey AWIHL Finals Action at O’Brien Icehouse The 2023/24 Australian Women’s Ice Hockey League (AWIHL) is gearing up for an exciting finish with the finals’ series to be played at O’Brien Icehouse in The District Docklands, Melbourne on Saturday March 9 and Sunday March 10. Teams from Melbourne, Adelaide, Brisbane and Perth, featuring Australia’s... Read more »
Media Release - AWIHL Games 32 & 34 Adelaide Rush vs Melbourne Ice - Ice Hockey Australia
SUNDAY, 11 February 2024 On Saturday 10 February 2024, game 32 of the Australian Women’s Ice Hockey League, (AWIHL) was held between Adelaide Rush and Melbourne Ice at the Adelaide Ice ArenA, South Australia. During the game, which began at 4:45pm local time, many players from the Melbourne Ice and Rush teams became unwell. Players... Read more »
Ice Hockey Australia Unveils Exciting New National Championship Structure for 2024 - Ice Hockey Australia
Ice Hockey Australia is thrilled to announce a groundbreaking change to the National Championship structure, marking an exciting evolution for the sport in the country. The highly anticipated 2024 National Championships will take place from July 13 to July 21 at Hunter Ice Skating Stadium, Newcastle, promising an unforgettable showcase of talent and competition. This... Read more »
Supplemental Information - Neck Guards - Ice Hockey Australia
Ice Hockey Australia update: Player Safety – Supplemental Information – Neck Guards Ice Hockey Australia wishes to provide additional information to members regarding the introduction of mandatory neck guards starting this season. 1. Neck guards are currently being mandated for all players, including goaltenders, and will be required for all on ice activities (games and... Read more »
Ice Hockey Australia Announces Exclusive Partnership with Skaters Network as Official Equipment Provider - Ice Hockey Australia
Ice Hockey Australia (IHA) is thrilled to announce a renewal of our partnership with Skaters Network, designating the premier skating equipment provider as the exclusive supplier for all equipment needs of Ice Hockey Australia. This strategic collaboration marks a significant milestone for both organisations, combining the passion for ice hockey with the commitment to providing... Read more »
World Women U18 Game 5 v Chinese Taipei - World Championship Game Report - Ice Hockey Australia
The Australian U18 Women Junior Flyers hit the ice in Game 3 of their 2024 World Championship campaign. After two defeats, the team had a day off tournament duties to recovery and prepare for an important game against the highly rated and experienced Korean team. PERIOD 1: Team Australia came flying out of the blocks... Read more »
World Women U18 Game 3 v Korea - World Championship Game Report - Ice Hockey Australia
The Australian U18 Women Junior Flyers hit the ice in Game 3 of their 2024 World Championship campaign. After two defeats, the team had a day off tournament duties to recovery and prepare for an important game against the highly rated and experienced Korean team. PERIOD 1: Lily Roberts flew out of the blocks early... Read more »
World Women U18 Game 2 vs Spain - World Championships Game Report - Ice Hockey Australia
The U18 Women’s team completed Game 2 in Jaca, Spain, playing the gritty and skilled host nation in front of a loud and boisterous home crowd. The team displayed renewed focus and determination that has become a signature core value for all Australian National Teams. PERIOD 1: In a hostile environment with a sizable vocal... Read more »
World Women U18 Game 1 vs Norway - World Championships Game Report - Ice Hockey Australia
The U18 Women kicked off their 2024 World Championship campaign in Jaca, Spain, against Norway, 8th January. After winning the gold medal in 2023 in Division II Group A, the team were promoted to Division I Group B, coming up against Poland, Spain, Korea, Chinese Taipei and Norway. PERIOD 1: After a blistering start from... Read more »
VALE Kevin Brown (1950 -2023) - Ice Hockey Australia
The Australian hockey community is saddened by the recent passing of IHA Life Member Kevin Brown. Kevin began playing hockey in 1964 on the small rink at Hindley Street, Adelaide. He quickly emerged as skilled player and exceptional stick handler, which saw him become the league’s highest scorer in four seasons and helped him win... Read more »
Ice Hockey Australia + Australian Sports Foundation Partnership Announced - Ice Hockey Australia
Ice Hockey Australia is pleased to announce a partnership with the Australian Sports Foundation (ASF). This exciting partnership will initially support Australian National Teams, before identifying important and critical areas for the game locally. In collaboration with the ASF, Ice Hockey Australia is aiming to ease the cost burden on players and families to compete... Read more »
Update on Player Safety and Neck Guards - Ice Hockey Australia
Ice Hockey Australia update: Player Safety Our global sporting community continues to process the recent tragic event of the death of Adam Johnson in the UK. At Ice Hockey Australia we, together with our Member Associations (MA) and Leagues, are very aware of our collective responsibilities as custodians of the sport. As in all sports,... Read more »
Ice Hockey Australia Partners with Torrens University - Ice Hockey Australia
Ice Hockey Australia is pleased to announce an exciting collaboration with leading Australian tertiary educator, Torrens University. The collaboration will extend to IHA Members across a range of exciting opportunities, including tertiary education, personal and professional development, and industry placements for Torrens students. Darryn Melrose, the Chief Marketing Officer and Head of Industry Partnerships at... Read more »
International Ice Hockey back in Melbourne - Ice Hockey Australia
Ice Hockey Australia is pleased to announce an International Series is to be played in Melbourne in March 2024, with national pride on the line when Australia hosts New Zealand at O’Brien Icehouse. Following the success of the National Hockey League Global Series played in Melbourne during September, interest in ice hockey continues to grow... Read more »
Fresh and Exciting U20 Men Team Named for World Championships - Ice Hockey Australia
Ice Hockey Australia is pleased to announce the World Men U20 team for the 2024 World Championships. The U20 team will compete in Division II Group B against Romania, Belgium, Iceland, Chinese Taipei, and Serbia, in Belgrade, Serbia – 14th-20th January 2024. The team will be led by Dave Ruck (head coach) who will be... Read more »
Australian Olympic Committee Selects Winter Youth Olympic Team - Ice Hockey Australia
The Australian Olympic Committee (AOC) has selected 13 players to form the Australian ice hockey team to play at the Winter Youth Olympic Games, Gangwon, South Korea, 2024. Annika Schmitz, Elin Schmitz, Georgia Watts, Grace Kalambokas, Gwendolyn Ellis, Hannah Cryan, Jasmin Mayor, Johanna Meissner, Katie Meyer, Olivia Gargano, Poppy Noone, Sophie Reader and Tara Baker,... Read more »
IHA announces WWU18 team for World Championships - Ice Hockey Australia
Ice Hockey Australia is pleased to announce the World Women U18 team for the 2024 World Championships. The U18 Women team will compete in Division I Group B against Norway, Poland, Spain, Chinese Taipei, and Korea, in Jaca, Spain – 8th-14th January 2024. The team will be led by Remi Harvey (head coach) for the... Read more »
2024 IIHF U18 MEN NATIONAL TEAM – EXPRESSION OF INTEREST - Ice Hockey Australia
Ice Hockey Australia is calling for nominations for the National Men’s Team to represent Australia at the IIHF World Championship Division IIB in Puigcerda, Spain from 17th to 23rd March 2024. We are looking for players who have continued to develop high-performance skills, gameplay, fitness and attitude and who believe that they are ready to perform at... Read more »
2024 IIHF MEN NATIONAL TEAM – EXPRESSION OF INTEREST - Ice Hockey Australia
Ice Hockey Australia is calling for nominations for the National Men’s Team to represent Australia at the IIHF World Championship Division IIA in Belgrade, Serbia from the 21st to 27th April 2024. We are looking for players who have continued to develop high-performance skills, gameplay, fitness and attitude and who believe that they are ready... Read more »
2024 IIHF U20 MEN NATIONAL TEAM – EXPRESSION OF INTEREST - Ice Hockey Australia
Ice Hockey Australia is calling for nominations for the U20 National Men’s Team to represent Australia at the IIHF World Championship Division IIB in Belgrade, Serbia from 14th – 20th January 2024. We are looking for players who have continued to develop high-performance skills, gameplay, fitness and attitude and who believe that they are ready... Read more »
2024 IIHF World Championships Team Staff Appointments - Ice Hockey Australia
Ice Hockey Australia is pleased to announce the national head coaching appointment for the Men U20s. IHA received a significant amount of interest in the role, a testament to growing interest and development of the game in Australia. Congratulations to Dave Ruck (WA) who has been re-appointed to the head coach position. Dave successfully steered... Read more »
National U20 Men Head Coach and Team Staff Appointments - Ice Hockey Australia
Ice Hockey Australia is pleased to announce the national head coaching appointment for the Men U20s. IHA received a significant amount of interest in the role, a testament to growing interest and development of the game in Australia. Congratulations to Dave Ruck (WA) who has been re-appointed to the head coach position. Dave successfully steered... Read more »
2024 IIHF WORLD WOMEN SENIOR NATIONAL TEAM - EXPRESSION OF INTEREST - Ice Hockey Australia
Ice Hockey Australia is calling for nominations for the National Women’s Senior Team to represent Australia at the IIHF Women’s Senior World Championship Division IIB in Istanbul, Turkey from 1st to 7th April 2024. We are looking for players who have continued to develop high-performance skills, gameplay, fitness and attitude and who believe that they... Read more »
IHA Update - 2023 AGM - Ice Hockey Australia
IHA Update – The 2023 AGM Ice Hockey Australia Held its AGM on July 22nd 2023. IHA is a company by limited guarantee, and the AGM is attended by the Member Associations (IHACT, IHNSW, IHQ, IHSA, IHV, IHWA, OiHAN, and the AIHL) with life members also invited to attend. At the 2023 AGM,... Read more »
2023-2024 IIHF Licenses - Ice Hockey Australia
The following officials have been allocated an IIHF License for the 2023/2024 season. The dedication and commitment they show to their development, training, and skill refinement has earned them this accolade. Referee Linesperson Nicholas Air NSW Russell Dow VIC David Gal SA Jake O’Brien SA Robert Love VIC Luke Power ACT Fraser Ohlson WA Haydan... Read more »
World Women U18 National Team - Expression of Interest - Ice Hockey Australia
Ice Hockey Australia is calling for nominations for the World Women U18 team to represent Australia at the IIHF Division I, Group B, World Championships held in Jaca, Spain, 8th – 14th January 2024. We are looking for players who have continued to develop high-performance skills, gameplay, fitness and attitude, and who believe that they... Read more »
Australia Qualifies for Winter Youth Olympic Games - Ice Hockey Australia
Ice Hockey Australia Celebrates Historic Qualification for the 2024 Winter Youth Olympic Games in South Korea. Ice Hockey Australia is thrilled to announce its unprecedented qualification for the 2024 Winter Youth Olympic Games to be held in South Korea. This groundbreaking achievement marks the first time ever that Australia has earned a place in the... Read more »
National Coaching Appointments - Ice Hockey Australia
Ice Hockey Australia is pleased to announce the national coaching appointments for Senior Women, U18 Women, and S&C advertised roles. IHA received significant interest from high calibre Australian and international coaches, and we are thrilled to have secured the best talent to support our national teams for the next two years at International Ice Hockey... Read more »
Jim Brown & Para National Championships- UPDATE - Ice Hockey Australia
Ice Hockey Australia is pleased to announce the Jim Brown National Championships and the inaugural National Para Championship dates and locations. Jim Brown National Championships are scheduled at the Hunter Ice Skating Stadium, Newcastle, Thursday 9th November to Sunday 12th November. The timing of the Championships has shifted from October due to a scheduling of... Read more »
National 15U Women Elite Development Camp – Expression of Interest - Ice Hockey Australia
Ice Hockey Australia is focused on the player development and pathways of our talented female players, at all ages and levels. This year alone, we have seen the National U18 Women’s Team win gold at IIHF World Championships, a wonderful result for everyone involved. Ice Hockey Australia seeks to continue the development of the... Read more »
National Youth Program - S&C - Expression of Interest - Ice Hockey Australia
Ice Hockey Australia is investing in the National Youth Program, identifying strength and conditioning as a key enabler in our high-performance strategy. With the generous support of the Australian Olympic Committee, we are now seeking an experienced and motivated S&C provider to design and implement a national program for three youth teams, including; U18 Men... Read more »
National Head Coach Positions - Expression of Interest - Ice Hockey Australia
Ice Hockey Australia is pleased to announce that four National Head Coach positions are being advertised. With a successful IIHF World Championship campaign concluded, the focus on the possibilities for 2024 and beyond commence. Ice Hockey Australia is seeking experienced, motivated, and qualified coaches for the following teams: –National Women’s Team –National U20 Men’s Team... Read more »
2023 National Championships - Syd Tange Update - Ice Hockey Australia
Ice Hockey Australia (IHA) and the National Championships Committee are pleased to confirm the Syd Tange 18U National Championships will be held in Adelaide, South Australia, 6th-9th July 2023. Ice Hockey South Australia (IHSA) have appointed Christian Knott as ‘Tournament Director’ for the Syd Tange National Championships. Christian is an experienced sporting administrator, and current... Read more »
International Ice Hockey Federation 'Coaching Symposium' - Ice Hockey Australia
Ice Hockey Australia (IHA) congratulates Dr. Tamra Jones for being selected to represent IHA at the upcoming International Ice Hockey Federation (IIHF) ‘Coaching Symposium’, Tampere, Finland, 20th -21st May 2023. The ‘Coaching Symposium’ will run during the IIHF Men’s World Championships. The event will feature presentations from Professor Sergio Lara-Bercial, Professor Jean Côté, Dr James... Read more »
National Women's Championships - 'Stephanie (Steph) Boxall Tournament' - Ice Hockey Australia
ANNOUNCEMENT Ice Hockey Australia is pleased to announce, that the National Women’s Championship will be known as the ‘Stephanie (Steph) Boxall Tournament’. The recommendation was made by the National Championships Committee to the Ice Hockey Australia Board of Directors. The IHA Board made the unanimous decision based on Stephanie’s contribution to the game ‘on and... Read more »
ICE HOCKEY AUSTRALIA WELCOMES NHL GLOBAL SERIES COMING TO MELBOURNE - Ice Hockey Australia
MEDIA RELEASE Ice Hockey Australia welcomes today’s historic announcement that the Arizona Coyotes and Los Angeles Kings will become the first National Hockey League (NHL) teams to compete in the Southern Hemisphere when the 2023 NHL Global Series comes to Melbourne in September. The Coyotes and Kings will face off in two exhibition matches at... Read more »
IHA Officials Complete IIHF U20 World Championships Campaign - Ice Hockey Australia
At the recent IIHF U20 World Championship Division III, Instanbul, Turkiye, two IHA game officials were members of the “third team” on the ice. Nick Air was assigned as a Referee, and Russell Dow assigned as a Linesperson. Both officials made their debut appearance at an IIHF World Championship and established themselves as capable and... Read more »
2023 NATIONAL MEN’S TEAM – IIHF WORLD CHAMPIONSHIPS - Ice Hockey Australia
2023 National Men’s Team – Announcement Ice Hockey Australia proudly announces the National Men’s Team representing Australia in the IIHF Division II Group A World Championships held in Madrid, Spain, from 16-22 April 2023. The team will be led by experienced coaches Matti Luoma (Head Coach), Mark Rummukainen (Asst Coach) and Mick Flaherty (Asst Coach),... Read more »
Australian Women's Ice Hockey League 'Finals Series' 2023 - Ice Hockey Australia
Ice Hockey Australia (IHA) and the Australian Women’s Ice Hockey League (AWIHL) are pleased to announce the AWIHL Finals weekend, March 18th and 19th at O’Brien Icehouse, Docklands, Victoria. The 2023 season has seen the best players in the country fight for supremacy in one of the world’s premier ice hockey competitions. The Final Series... Read more »