About Wodonga Hockey Club

There is something special about team sport.
Club Members form a close bond of loyalty and understanding and care for each other.
The Club has a long history supporting families and nurturing junior hockey.

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Constitution

The constitution of Wodonga Hockey Club provides the framework in which the club acts under. These rules guide the board, the coach, the players and everyone involved in the club. Published in 2010, they are still applicable today. Please open the link to the PDF document below and read through the constitution.

WHC Constitution as of 7 Dec 2021

Strategic Plan

The Strategic Plan for Wodonga Hockey Club builds on the Constitution, but puts the focus on the future operations of the club. You can read about the direction we’re heading in the strategic plan document linked below.

Strategic Plan PDF

Team Colours

Nothing makes you feel like a team than pulling on your team colours. Wodonga Hockey Club requires all players to be wearing uniforms. To place your uniform orders simply contact Wodonga Hockey Club ~ wodongahockey@gmail.com

 

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Our Teams & Programs

Come & Try

The Come & Try category is available to primary school students and offers a great entry into the competitive sport. Kids who start here, regularly go on to successful hockey careers.

Come & Try, the national junior development program designed by Wodonga Hockey Club is designed for boys and girls aged 10 and under, but the skills can be modified to suit players of any age. Come & Try gives young boys and girls the opportunity to learn the basic skills of hockey, develop fundamental motor skills and make friends all while beginning their lifelong love of hockey.

This program structure has been developed to help participants step through their hockey journey

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Juniors Hockey

At Wodonga Hockey Club, there’s a very competitive junior competition. This is made up of 7 divisions ranging from under 10’s to under 16’s.

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Seniors Hockey

The seniors’ division of Wodonga Hockey Club consists of 7 divisions, 3 for men and 3 for women also Masters Women.

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Club History

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1997
2014
2015
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2020
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1983

Three clubs existed:
  • Wodonga Men’s Hockey
  • Wodonga Women’s Hockey
  • Wodonga Vultures

1984

Wodonga Women won the Div 2 Premiership and were promoted to Division One in 1985.

1985

Gravel Field introduced
  • Teams commenced playing on all weather dirt fields in lieu of grass.
  • Teams played at Lord Oval, Bandiana, Wodonga Showgrounds/Racecourse, moving in the 80’s to Kelly Park
    and finally
  • Started playing at Birallee Park in 1985

Minkey hockey commenced (modified hockey for under 10 children – HookIn2Hockey)

1986

  • In February 1986 a unanimous decision was made to unite all 3 Clubs and play in the maroon and white.
  • Teams nominated for the season were Div 1, 2, 3 Men & Women Junior Boys Under 13 and Minkey with approx. 40 children attending.

1987

28 July 1987 The Club became incorporated.

Ian Livingstone & David Sutherland, Executive Committee members, approached Wodonga Council in regard to new fields.

In December 1987 a decision was made to construct two all-weather fields at Birallee Park, Silva Drive. The total cost of $26,000 was shared 50/50 by Wodonga City Council and the Wodonga Hockey Club.

1988

1988 the Bicentennial year with the new fields now in use and fundraising and sponsorship top priorities to repay the $13,000 loan. A Carnival to promote the sport of Hockey was conducted.

Noel Mason was honored as the First Life Member.

1989

In a remarkable effort by club members all monies owed for the new grounds were repaid

1990

The club continued to increase the junior teams, by assisting with primary school programs particularly in West Wodonga

1991

Phase 1 of a training light project completed at a cost of $4,500.

Premierships to 13 Boys  and C Grade Men

1992

  • Veteran Women’s team entered, making a total of 14 teams, being one of the largest Clubs
    in the Association.
  • 7 teams played in finals with the U17 Boys as Premiers.
  • The Club won the inaugural Flo Joynson Memorial Hockey Albury- Wodonga Championship Cup in recognition of games won by teams during the year.
  • 26 players represented Albury-Wodonga and 5 juniors went a step further representing Victoria.

1993

The club made a submission to Wodonga City Council to have a Synthetic Field constructed using the existing dirt fields as a base.

1995

Kyle Brereton worked many hours and a Grant of $68,000 approved by WCC & Vic Govt. for construction of new synthetic field

1996

  • 1996 was a time of confusion in regards to our Synthetic Field!
  • This project was too large for a club to manage and fund, thus the Association were approached. approx. $200,000 project with loans secured by WCC and HAW and construction commenced.
  • WHC was now a tenant of this field which was managed by HAW.

Premierships were won by Women’s Veterans and 13 Boys

1997

19 April 1997 The Synthetic Field was officially opened.

  • The Club introduced a new-look uniform and worked hard during pre-season to increase the strength of the Club.
  • The vision was to create a club for members to have lots of fun and enjoy the game socially. 

2014

The Synthetic Field has now been in use for many years and is in need of a few repairs.

A new surface is required and being looked at by HAW and Wodonga City Council

2015

Wodonga City Council would like to see Wodonga Hockey move to a new field at Baranduda.

A new sporting precinct development and a new field – club house. This project could take 10 years to complete.

2018

2019

Wodonga Hockey Club started the project to build a CLUB HOUSE. Grant money achieved and plans into builder.

 

 

STRONG CLUBS
A strong club depends on the enthusiasm and commitment of a passionate group of people from Coaches & Managers backed by Supporters and Volunteers. The Club acknowledges the tireless work of Committee Members and in particular the Executive Committee.
The following people have been recognized with Life Membership:

  • Noel Mason(Dec.)
  • Elaine Behrens
  • Dawn George
  • Ian & Denise Livingstone
  • Margaret Darmody
  • KayeFleming
  • Mat Poppins
  • Margaret Brown
  • Kyle Brereton
  • Justin Wilson
  • Della Poppins
  • Vanessa Flanagan

2020

What a year! The world got hit by COVID 19 and the country (world) went into lock down.

The season was cancelled and no field hockey was played.  Plans where still progressing for the new club house build. Expected to be completed by 2021.

THE FUTURE
Our Club continues to work towards the future by supporting and promoting hockey within our Association and beyond.

We encourage players to stay healthy and involved in this great sport – one filled with friendships and a sense of belonging. WHC have started Border Indoor Hockey for the summer period. A 16 week competition is run over summer.

2021

Another start stop year! The world still struggling with COVID 19 and the country (world) in and out of lock down.

The season started and stopped, we got about 1/2 a season of field hockey played.  Plans have progressed for the new club house build. The tender was released in Nov 2021 and we should start in December .

THE FUTURE
Our Club continues to work towards the future by supporting and promoting hockey within our Association and beyond. We have changed state affiliation from Hockey Victoria to Hockey ACT, a big move for the association and all its members. 

We encourage players to stay healthy and involved in this great sport – one filled with friendships and a sense of belonging. WHC have started Border Indoor Hockey for the summer period. A 15 week competition is run over summer.

2022

Returning to normalcy! Following the global battle with COVID-19, life is gradually resuming its familiar structure.

DIV 3 Women – Premiership winners.

THE FUTURE
The club is in the ongoing process of constructing the ‘pavilion,’ with an expected completion date set for 2023.

2023

WE DID IT!

The club has finally realised its long-term dream of constructing a magnificent “club pavilion”, achieving this milestone after countless years of unwavering dedication, hard work, and countless volunteer hours.

Teams: We fielded 14 teams + U7 and U10 teams this season. 17 teams in all. What a great future the club has.

Initiatives started this year:

  1. ANZAC DAY MATCH ~ between WHC and FalconsHC.
  2. NAIDOC match ~ Wodonga is the first club to wear a custom-designed shirt for the match.

2024

2025

1987

The Club became incorporated.

1997

Synthetic field opened.

2015

Top Club

2017

Amazing Year

2021

CLUB HOUSE OUT TO TENDER

CHANGED STATE AFFILIATION FROM Hockey Victoria TO Hockey ACT

RECENT SUCCESS

  • Div 3 Women’s Premiership in 2022
  • U17 Girls & Boys premierships in 2021
  • U14 Boys premiership in 2021
  • Division 2 Men won the premiership in 2015
  • U16 Girls won the premiership in 2015
  • A total of 5 teams in the Grand final playoff
  • Division 1 Men won back-to-back premierships in 2006 and 2007
  • Division 1 Women won in 2008
  • Our Men & Women in other Divisions and junior teams have also experienced great premiership success.

STRONG CLUBS

“A successful club thrives on the enthusiasm and dedication of passionate individuals, including coaches, managers, supporters, and volunteers. We acknowledge the unwavering efforts of our Committee Members, especially the Executive Committee, for their ongoing contributions.

We are proud to honour the following individuals with Life Membership for their significant impact on the club’s growth and success: Noel Mason (dec.), Elaine Behrens, Dawn George, Ian & Denise Livingstone, Margaret Darmody, Kay Fleming, Mat Poppins, Margaret Brown, Kyle Brereton, Justin Wilson, Della Poppins, Vanessa Flanagan, and Melissa Pontt.”

THE FUTURE

Our Club continues to work towards the future by supporting and promoting hockey within our Association and beyond.   We encourage players to stay healthy and involved in this great sport – one filled with friendships and a sense of belonging. We have started Border Indoor Hockey for the summer period. A 16 week competition is run over summer.

Want to Join The Club?

Wodonga Hockey Club warmly welcomes all players, from experienced players to beginners, no matter what age.

With many teams spread throughout Mens, Womens and Junior Divisions, we can cater for anyone.

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Australian Flag: The Australian Flag remains integral to our history as a nation. It successfully blends so much of what we proudly call the Australian achievement.
Wodonga Hockey Club respectfully acknowledges the Traditional Custodians of the lands throughout Australia on which we play our great game. We pay our respects to Elders past, present and emerging.
We are committed to a positive future for all Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander communities and to honour their ongoing cultural and spiritual connections to this country and recognise the role and value of culture.
Wodonga Hockey Club is a proudly diverse organisation, that actively celebrates LGBTIQ+ diversity, inclusion, & pride in Australian Hockey.

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