Eligibility Criteria
To be eligible for nomination, the nominee must have:
• Demonstrated significant, sustained, and conspicuous contribution to hockey in Australia
• Contributed at a national and international level
• Completed a minimum of 15 years of service, which includes combined roles of National and International capacity (recommended benchmark; may be exceeded for stronger consideration).
• Undertaken contributions in an honorarium or volunteer capacity
• The general attitude and overall demeanour must reflect a dedication to the values of hockey in Australia.
Examples of contributions may include (but are not limited to):
• Service with Hockey Australia
• Involvement with international federations (e.g., FIH)
• Administration and governance
• Technical roles (coaching, officiating, umpiring)
• Facility or stadium development
• Strategic or program development
Exclusions
• A nominee’s playing career will not be a prime consideration but only an indication of involvement in our sport.
• Paid or contracted roles will not be considered as part of the assessment but only used as an indication of involvement in our sport.