Since 2008, SSWA has been offering young hockey enthusiasts the chance to engage in their inaugural selection trials, undergo training and play alongside peers from different local schools or clubs. The upcoming tour in 2024 will be held in Cairns, Queensland with the tournament scheduled from August 18th to August 23rd
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Trial Cost
$50.00Â
Please be advised that if selected:
The cost of a HOME CHAMPIONSHIP will be approximately $800 – $1500 depending on the accommodation option.
The cost of an AWAY CHAMPIONSHIP will be between $2000 – $2700 dependent on venue and time on tour.
Travel Model
The School Sport WA preferred travel model is for students to travel as a team and accommodate with their parent/guardian. Flights have been pre booked and deposits paid for all athletes and officials.  If individuals opt off the group flight booking, a $50 cancellation fee will be charged upon final invoice.
Any variation to this model will be communicated at the parent information meeting.
Nominations Close: Wednesday 3rd April 2024
There are trials being held on:
GIRLS: Venue TBC
Trial 1: Saturday 13th April, 6am – 8am
Trial 2:Â Sunday 14th April, 6am – 8am
Trial 3: Sunday 21st April, 6am – 8am
Trial 4: Sunday 28th April, 6am – 8am (if required)
BOYS: Lemnos Field – Shenton Turf
Trial 1: Saturday 13th April, 6am – 8am
Trial 2:Â Sunday 14th April, 6am – 8am
Trial 3: Sunday 21st April, 6am – 8am
Trial 4: Sunday 28th April, 6am – 8am (if required)
No club colours or state uniform to be worn for trials. Please wear school uniform or non-club specific clothing.
TRIALS FLYER – Click HERE (when available)
Team Selection
Tuesday 30th April 2024
Parent Information and Uniforming Session
Location: Tuart College
Date: Wednesday 8th May 2024
Time: 5:30pm
Girls & Boys (Venues TBC – Metropolitan Turf besides Bunbury Carnival):
Sunday May 5th – 6:00am – 8:00am
Sunday May 12th – 6:00am – 8:00am
Sunday May 19th – 6:00am – 8:00am
Sunday May 26th – 6:00am – 8:00am
Bunbury Carnival (Hay Park, Bunbury): Saturday June 1st – Monday June 3rd
Sunday June 9th – 6:00am – 8:00am
Sunday June 16th – 6:00am – 8:00am
Sunday June 23rd – 6:00am – 8:00am
Sunday July 21st – 6:00am – 8:00am
Sunday July 28th – 6:00am – 8:00am
Sunday August 4th – 6:00am – 8:00am
Presentation & Game vs 2023 Squad (PHS):Â Friday August 9th – 4:00pm – 7:00pm
Sunday August 11th – 6:00am – 8:00am
To be eligible for selection nominees must:
Be a full time student
Be 11* or 12 years of age as of 31st December in the year of competition.
*Students cannot turn 13 in 2024*
* Students who turn 11 in the year of competition and who are selected in the final team must be accompanied to the event by a parent or nominated guardian.