2026 JUNIOR SUMMER COMPETITION

Nepean Hockey Association will run a Junior Summer Hockey Competition for the 2026 Season. Please complete your details on the event page to register.

Josh

Junior Summer Comp Convenor

Competition Structure

In 2026 we will be running a U10s and U14s Competitions.

The competition will consist of 7 regular rounds and a finals round. in the finals, with the games on the final night being determined by the teams’ positions on the ladder - i.e. 1st will play 2nd, 3rd will play 4th, 5th will play 6th, etc.

If the finals round is unable to be played for any reason (e.g. adverse weather), the team at the top of the ladder in each will be crowned winners.

It is important to note that depending on the team nominations we receive there may be an uneven number of byes and/or games played against specific opposition. Whilst this may cause frustration, by nominating in your team you agree to this potential outcome and future complaints will not be accepted. The draw is system generated to ensure that this is as fair and reasonable a process as possible whilst acknowledging these potential outcomes.

The competition will run from Thursday the 5th of Februray 2026 until the 26th of March 2026 (8 weeks).

The playing rules for the competition can be found here. Due to being limited to a single field, games this year will consist of 20 minute halves.

Weather

Nepean Hockey Association abides by the weather policies for Hockey NSW.

As a general rule, games abandoned under weather provisions will not be replayed at another date. If the game reaches half time, the result as at half time will stand. If the game is abandoned (including games not played at all) prior to half time, the score will be a 3-3 draw in accordance with NHA winter competition senior comp rules.

We will be actively monitoring weather forecasts and in the case of adverse conditions will make a decision based on the 4pm forecast and notify teams by 4.30pm of any changes to the scheduled draw.

 

 

Player Conduct

Summer Comp is intended to be a fun, social event and a great way to introduce new players to the game we all love. All players must understand that disrespect for umpires will not be tolerated under any circumstances.

Fees and Team Nominations

Players will be charged a single competition fee of $70 per player for the competition. We have put out a separate call for umpires.

All players must be registered via the this link

Deadlines

Registration and fees due Thursday 29th January 2026

Competition Start Date Thursday 5th February 2026

Finals Thursday 26th March 2026

Prizes

The winning team will receive a commemorative medal for each member of the team.

Player Registration

IMPORTANT - all players must be registered with Nepean Hockey Association.

Players who are not registered can do so here (please select "New member" or "Returning member" and then under club select "Nepean Summer Comp").

Players who are registered through another association other than Nepean need to register online with Nepean, however there is no fee payable. Please note when registering do not select a specific club, but instead scroll to the very bottom of the page to the “Returning Member” and “New Member” buttons. Players will then select "Nepean Summer Comp”.

The HOCKEY NSW REGISTRATION FEE is payable ONLY for players who HAVE NOT registered for 2026 and are not currently registered with Hockey NSW. The Hockey NSW Registration Fee is a separate and additional fee for those non-registered players. Please note when registering do not select a specific club, but instead scroll to the very bottom of the page to the “Returning Member” and “New Member” buttons. Players will then select "Nepean Summer Comp”.

All players - any team fielding a player who is found to be playing whilst not having registered with Hockey NSW will receive an automatic forfeit for any game that player participates in.

If you have any questions please email summercomp@nepeanhockey.com.au

2026 JUNIOR SUMMER COMPETITION RULES

1.       Games will consist of 20-minute halves with 3 minute for half time.

2.       Hitting of the ball is not permitted. (A hit is defined as any motion where the stick is more than 30cm from the ball when the motion is initiated).

3.       Goals may be scored from any part of the field.

4.       Goals may not be scored directly from a free push.

5.       All play must be below the ankle at all times., including shots on goal.

6.       There will be no penalty strokes – a penalty goal will be awarded where appropriate (i.e. a ball striking a foot when the umpire is of the opinion the ball would have gone into the goal unimpeded).

7.       There will be no penalty corners. For an infringement of the rules by a defender inside the circle, the attacking team shall be permitted to take a free push from outside the circle. All players must be 3 metres from the ball.

8.       If the ball goes over the backline off an attacker, the game is restarted by a free push 5 metres from the back-line.

9.       If the ball goes over the backline off a defender, the game is restarted by a free push on the sideline, 5 metres from the corner.

10.    Players are not permitted to self pass from a free push.

11.    Shin Pads and mouthguards must be worn by all players.

12.    Substitution must be from the side of the field at the halfway line. The player being substituted must be off the field before the other player takes the field.

13.    All other rules are played in accordance with FIH rules.

Weather information:

Nepean Hockey Association abides by the weather policies for Hockey NSW.

 

As a general rule, games abandoned under weather provisions will not be replayed at another date. If the game reaches half time, the result as at half time will stand. If the game is abandoned (including games not played at all) prior to half time, the score will be a 3-3 draw in accordance with NHA winter competition senior comp rules.

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