11.03.10
Following on from the pre-Christmas Focus Groups, Hockey Victoria is now moving into the second phase of its wide ranging competition review and we are seeking ideas and input from across the hockey community.
This process will occur in two parts, initially we are seeking submissions detailing concepts or ideas to be included for consideration.
Following on from the compilation and consideration of these submissions a detailed survey of the membership will be undertaken to gauge community response to a range of proposed initiatives.
To get you thinking here are a few ideas that came out of the focus groups are;
Promote/relegate a club's 2nds in lock step with their 1sts
Specific grades should always play on certain days
Create a mid week ladies competition during the day (similar to tennis) at the SNHC - offer a crθche service where the players can bring their children and then play in a social competition
Zones for umpires - reduced travel times may lead to increased participation
Increase the number of teams in SL1 or Premier Division - start with 12 and increase to 16 teams over time
Playing competitions on weeknights use Sunday nights and Thursday nights
Removing bottlenecks between Metro and Pennant
Playoffs to determine promotion and relegation
Clubs to demonstrate long term commitment to junior program in order to participate in State League reward commitment to junior development
More club days line up club vs club wherever possible
More SL1 showcase days at SNHC
Specific grades play on certain days/times eg Metro 2 plays only on Sunday afternoons.
Promotion and relegation of 2nds and 3rds in lockstep with 1sts
Structure competition around:
1. Elite
2. Development
3. Social
So if you have an idea or proposal that you would like to see considered please put it in writing to us by email or post .
Submissions are due by the 14th of April.
Don't worry - if you don't have time to make a submission you will still have an opportunity to voice your opinion during the member survey.
Please click here to read more about the competition review .
Please click here to read a summary of suggestions from the focus groups.
