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HC Melbourne Futures U17 Nomination 2026
Wed 12 Aug 2026 08:00 - Fri 11 Sep 2026 17:00
Event information
Registration for this event closes at Fri 11 Sep 2026 17:15.
2026 HC Melbourne Futures Program
The Ultimate Platform for Emerging Talent
The 2026 HC Melbourne Futures program is back—bigger, bolder, and more exciting than ever! Designed as a crucial high-performance pathway for emerging talent, the Futures program connects aspiring athletes directly to the elite standards, culture, and high-performance environment of Hockey Club Melbourne.
This year’s program takes a massive leap forward. In addition to an action-packed domestic schedule, HCM Futures has been officially invited to the Futures Hockey League in Auckland, New Zealand at Kings College from December 5–12. This international tour represents the ultimate culmination of the 2026 program, giving athletes invaluable exposure on the international stage!
Before heading across the Tasman, players will compete in an elite home-and-away series integrated directly alongside HC Melbourne’s Hockey One matches:
Melbourne Leg (Sunday, Oct 25): Feature matches at home during the Cobras v HCM Derby day, including the Vikings & Vipers Past Players Day (Old Boys / Old Girls).
Bendigo Leg (Nov 7–8): A high-stakes state of origin regional trip coinciding with the Melbourne Cobras vs. Adelaide Fire clashes.
New Zealand Leg (Dec 5–12): The pinnacle, week-long tour competing in the Futures Hockey League in Auckland.
Assessment Dates & Selection Schedule
To earn your spot in the 2026 HCM Futures Squad, athletes must register for the upcoming assessment phase:
All players will require a Valid passport with more than 6 months until expiry from the 5th of December (Departure Date)
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Phase |
Date |
Details |
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Open Player Assessment 6:00-8:00pm FOOTSCRAY |
Monday 14th September
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Open Trial for Non-Auto Entry Athletes |
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Final Player Assessment 1 6:00-8:00pm FOOTSCRAY |
Tuesday 15th September |
Auto Entry + Players selected from OPA |
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Final Player Assessment 2 6:00-8:00pm FOOTSCRAY |
Thursday 17th September |
Final Squad Selection |
Detailed Match & Event Schedule
Melbourne Leg - Sunday, October 25th
Event: Derby Day - HCM vs. Cobras & Past Players Day (Vikings & Vipers)
Match Schedule:
Pitch 1: 12:45pm – 2:15pm - HC Melbourne Futures Women vs Ex Vipers / HCM Women
Pitch 2: 1:30pm – 3:00pm - HC Melbourne Futures Men vs Ex Vikings / HCM Men
Followed by Hockey One Doubleheader: Cobras v HCM (Women 3:30pm | Men 5:15pm)
Bendigo Leg - Saturday, November 7th – Sunday, November 8th
Event: State of Origin Showdown (Bendigo) HCM vs. Adelaide Fire
Match Schedule
Saturday:
Pitch 1: 1:00-2:30pm - HC Melbourne Futures Men vs ADL Fire Men
Pitch 2: 11:30-1:00pm - HC Melbourne Futures Women vs ADL Fire Women
Sunday:
Pitch 2 Match: 9:00am – 10:30am -HC Melbourne Futures Women vs ADL Fire Women
Pitch 1 Match: 10:15am – 11:45am - HC Melbourne Futures Men vs ADL Fire Men
Followed by Hockey One Doubleheader: Cobras v Adelaide Fire (Women 1:00pm | Men 2:45pm)
Note: Travel & accommodation details self-managed by families.
New Zealand Tour | December 5th – 12th
Event: Futures Hockey League at Kings College, Auckland
Departure: Saturday, December 5th
Proposed structure:
Travel / optional training day (5 Dec)
One match per day across a full round robin (6, 7, 8, 10, 11 Dec)
Mid tournament rest / optional training day (9 Dec)
Final day (12 Dec)
Return: PM Saturday, December 12th
Ready to Represent HC Melbourne Futures?
Don't miss your chance to test yourself against the best, learn from elite coaches, and take your game across the globe.