Interested in the U16 Drag Flick Program? Register for HV Talent ID Program now
Published Thu 09 Oct 2025
The Hockey Victoria High Performance Team is excited to invite all U16 athletes interested in developing their drag flick skills to our Talent ID Day. This event is a selection opportunity for our 2026 Drag Flick Program.
What to Expect:
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Athletes will participate in 30-minute time slots, completing a 16 flick battery from the head of the circle:
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4 Flicks to the Top Left Corner, 4 Flicks to the Top Right Corner, 4 Flicks to the Bottom Left Corner, 4 Flicks to the Bottom Right Corner. Each athlete will be video recorded and speed measured.
Cost: $50 per athlete.
Dates: 26th November (5.30pm - 7.30pm) OR 2nd December (5.30pm - 7.30pm)
Don’t miss this exciting opportunity, register HERE
Goalkeepers: If you are a goalkeeper interested in participating in a Drag Flick Program Block, please fill out the Expression of Interest form HERE.
Don’t miss this exciting opportunity! We look forward to seeing you there!
U16 Drag Flick/GK Program, format in 2026
Next year the program will consist of 4 training blocks throughout the year. Each training block consists of four 60-minute practice sessions, typically held on Sunday (or school holiday) mornings from 7:00 AM to 8:00 AM.
Athletes who participated in the 1st block will gain AUTO ENTRY for the 2nd block. If athletes decide to decline their auto entry for the 2nd block, we will then invite athletes who attended the Talent ID Day.
What is included in each block?
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Specialised coaching. Drag Flicker and Goalkeeper Coach running each session
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Video Review
- XPS Coaches/Athlete platform. Utilizing the XPS platform, athletes will receive feedback and ongoing support to help them track their development throughout the program.
Training Blocks & Schedule
While specific dates are yet to be confirmed, we anticipate the following blocks to take place:
Block 1: January/February
Block 2: March/April/May
Block 3: May/June/July
Block 4: July/August/September
The total cost for each block is $240, which breaks down to $60 per session. This investment provides athletes with quality coaching, individualised feedback, and the tools necessary to enhance their skills and PC performance.
Any questions please contact Mili via marrotea@hockeyvictoria.org.au.
