Kwik Sticks is a Year 7&8 grade played on a Saturday Morning. Kwik Sticks teams are single gender with 7 players (including a goalkeeper on the field at a time). They play on ½ of a full size turf for 3 periods of 16 minutes, there are rolling substitutions. Teams will be made up of 11-12 players to allow for fair playing time, sickness cover and meaningful training sessions.

This grade is designed to prepare players for the 11 a-side format of the game in year 9 by enforcing all hockey rules and more game concepts. Previously there has been an 11 a-side transition for year 8 players during the second half of the season which will not be happening this year for a number of reasons including reduction of club administration, social considerations and alignment between all clubs.

In the past we have trialed for this grade however we will not be doing so this year. We take on board feedback from previous coaches to create well balanced teams giving every player the chance to thrive and develop in their environment.

Kwik Sticks train in their teams on either a Tuesday or Thursday. Upon registration you will be asked for your preferred training day which is largely dependent on coach availability. You will be asked your preference for what day you wish to train which is a factor in which the teams are selected. We do try our best to accommodate kids with their friends where possible however we believe some of the best friendships can be made through sport so it’s great to be surrounded by a diverse group.

Kwik Sticks begins on the 10th of May ends on 23rd/24th August. Non playing dates include 1 June (Kings birthday), 13th July (middle week school holidays) and 20th July (last week school holidays).