Hockey Development

Nominations for the 2026/27 program are now open

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The CCAS Hockey Development program is delivered in partnership with Hockey NSW and the Regional Academies of Sport (RAS) network.  

This program provides a development pathway for emerging young hockey players, focusing on improving technical skills, strength and conditioning, athlete education and personal growth. Aligned with the Hockey NSW Pathway, the program supports athletes to develop their skills and transition from the T1 to T2 stage of the pathway.

Athletes will train in conjunction with the High Performance Hockey Program, providing opportunities to learn and develop alongside higher-level athletes. They will also receive seasonal training support and practical education in areas such as strength and conditioning, nutrition, sports psychology and injury management. The program is designed to complement athletes’ existing club and representative commitments while preparing them for future development opportunities. 

Trials: Tuesday 27th October,  Central Coast Hockey (Wyong), 5.30pm

Program Partners

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Selected athletes receive:

  • High‑quality coaching in a squad environment
  • Access to quality training facilities
  • Strength & Conditioning assessment and programming
  • Sports science testing and high‑performance training support
  • Education in technical, tactical, and personal Hockey development
  • Academy uniform kit (additional cost)
  • Opportunity to be considered for selection to represent CCAS at the Academy Games
 

Additional CCAS benefits:

  • Access to Lumin (Academy athlete performance and management platform)
  • Support for award and scholarship nominations
  • Community engagement and corporate partner exposure
  • 3 month Mingara gym/pool/track pass
  • Promotion through CCAS media channels

Program Eligibility Criteria

Athletes must:

  • Be aged 14–18 years (U16 & U18 cohorts)
  • Be a registered member of a Hockey NSW affiliated club within the Central Coast region.
  • Attend CCAS trial
  • Currently reside in the Central Coast Council LGA.
The athlete levy contributes towards the overall cost of delivering the Academy programs. Within our high performance programs are items including: 
 
  • Coaching*
  • Access to training facilities*
  • Strength & Conditioning assessments and programming*
  • Sports science testing*
  • Access to Academy Games* (relevant sports/age groups only)
  • Insurance
* Please note, Items marked with an Asterix are components supported through NSW Government grant funding. The grant contribution from the NSW government is limited to costs and activities identified in the approved Project Plan. The remaining portion of the athlete levy contributes towards costs associated with delivering and administering the Academy that are not covered by the NSW Government grant funding.

Trials
Tuesday 27th October, Central Coast Hockey, 5.30pm

Program Delivery Period

November 2026 – April 2027

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