Sport
11 October, 2024
Hockey ref shines at nationals
SOUTH West Hockey referee Callum Bridge has continued his stella season on the pitch.
The talented official was recently selected to officiate the bronze medal match at the under 14 Hockey Australia national championships.
His selection highlighted his impressive performance throughout the tournament and was due recognition of his talents.
This year has been a huge one for Callum.
He represented Australia at the first ever Hockey5s World Cup in Oman in January and the following month officiated at the Junior Country and Junior State Championship in the under 21 division.
South West Hockey, based in Warrnambool, caters for players, coaches and officials of all ages and abilities.
The new hockey season got underway this week, with games played from 4.30pm each Wednesday through until December 11, 2024.
This social competition is for both new and old(er) players and teams can be a mix of male and female, of any senior and junior players (teams of seven to nine players).
There is no cost to play, however, players must be registered with Hockey Victoria.
Anyone keen to have a go, try for the first time or get back into hockey, is welcome to attend any of South West Hockey’s open training sessions.
These are held from 5.15pm each Wednesday (for women), 6.15pm Wednesday for under 16 and under 18, and each Thursday from 4.30pm for under 12 and under 14 players.
And for the younger ones, Hookin2 Hockey is an ideal starting point for kids aged from five years.
These sessions are aimed at learning basic skills and discovering the fun, both on and off the field, that the local hockey community can provide.
Junior competitions are held for under 12s, under 14s and under 16s while for seniors there is a range of competitions for all ages and abilities.
As with most local clubs, non-players are also welcome to join, with various voluntary roles on offer for those who wish.
