Hockey

Praise for Ipswich hockey women, retiring ‘stalwart’

IPSWICH Open women’s hockey coach Nathan Hooper was pleased to see three of his players rewarded with Queensland Country selection. Midfield/defender Abby Eleison, midfielder Lani Blackman and midfielder Kelly McNamara have been chosen to...

David Lems

11 Jun 2025

Sport

Long-serving coach Neil helping Ipswich a final time

IT was an easy decision for former Ipswich Hockey regional coaching director Neil Shearer to accept an important role with this year’s Open men’s representative team. The head coach has a final stint with an Ipswich side at this month’s state...

David Lems

14 May 2025

Sport

Gritty Alex rides way to higher level hockey

ENJOYING the “quiet” Grandchester lifestyle, Alex Zumbansen is a fearless sportsman on the rise. He just needs to stay off his motorbike preparing for his next major challenge. Alex has been chosen in the Queensland Gold under-18 side for the...

David Lems

14 May 2025

Sport

Ipswich state league coaches develop higher standard

RETURNING Ipswich Open Women’s hockey coach Nathan Hooper last mentored the city’s top female representative side more than a decade ago. The team featured players the calibre of Anne-Marie Callow, Tammy Cole and Nathan’s wife Jade who proudly...

David Lems

07 May 2025

Sport

Tradition-rich Thistles develop talent, Ipswich teams named

THISTLES Ladies Hockey Club president Pauline Alchin doesn’t see any immediate need to venture into Ipswich’s male competition. With rich club traditions since 1938, Alchin is happy seeing Thistles fielding sides in all female grades –...

David Lems

23 Apr 2025

Sport

Swifts youth build for future hockey celebration

SWIFTS Hockey Club secretary Kirsty Lenaghan knows the Bluebirds face challenges keeping pace with power Ipswich clubs like Wests and Hancocks. However, she continues to look optimistically ahead as Swifts prepare for their 20th anniversary in 2026...

David Lems

16 Apr 2025

Sport

Loyal Easts hockey coach backs junior journey

EASTS Hockey Club life member Paul Malcolm had a razor-sharp focus on junior development during his stint as Tigers president. Having stepped down from that role this season, Malcolm can concentrate even more on helping the club’s rising talent...

David Lems

09 Apr 2025

Sport

Coach’s renewed bid for Ipswich hockey success

WESTS Division 1 women’s coach Scott Stenzel knows his Ipswich Hockey competition rivals will have extra motivation to beat the defending premiers this season. However, Stenzel has stood down from three years as Ipswich Hockey Association vice-president and previous representative duties to focus more on his club coaching.

David Lems

02 Apr 2025

Sport

‘Right’ time for Burnsy’s Norths coaching return

FOR someone so entrenched in the Norths Devils, Jamie Burns will do whatever is needed to keep the Ipswich club moving forward. He has been a premiership-winning player and coach, assisted with junior development and taken on a vice-president role...

David Lems

26 Mar 2025

Sport

Steve’s dugout tribute ensures he’s never forgotten

STEVE Profke would have stood outside his favourite dugout, smiled and wondered what the fuss was about. He would have been proud of how his Norths Devils’ Division 1 men’s side repelled another threat from rivals Hancocks to open the season...

David Lems

19 Mar 2025

Sport

Aussie rep Eden’s praise in thrilling hockey duel

FRESH from representing Australia in indoor hockey, Wests captain Eden Jackat looked supremely fit and ready to lead another skilful Magpies side to victory. However, the defending Division 1 premiers left it until the final seconds to secure...

David Lems

19 Mar 2025

Sport

Hancocks fired up for Ipswich hockey quest

ACCOMPLISHED Ipswich hockey player and coach Sara Rogers expects her Hancocks Division 1 teams to be challenging for more grand final glory this season. “We’ve actually recruited a few players in the off-season, so it’s good to have some nice...

David Lems

12 Mar 2025

Sport

Hannah invites community to engage in hockey fun

AS an aspiring teacher, Hannah Simpson is excited about her new Ipswich Hockey role working with regional schools. Simpson, 18, has been appointed Community Engagement Officer where she will lead and coordinate the association’s school programs to...

David Lems

05 Mar 2025

Sport

Nat’s smooth approach to helping Ipswich hockey

AS someone who wants to help Ipswich hockey thrive, Natalie Jordan identifies an issue that affects all sporting organisations. “The main challenge at the moment is cost of living,” Jordan said. “Everyone that I’ve spoken to across all clubs...

David Lems

26 Feb 2025

Sport

Extra hockey tests against Gold Coast in new Ipswich season

THE 2025 Ipswich Hockey season starts on March 14 with a welcome additional challenge looming for players in men’s and women’s A-Grade teams. After getting their season underway with a round of fixtures at Raceview, Ipswich club teams will play...

David Lems

19 Feb 2025

Sport

Ipswich couple hooked on 60 year double celebration

KEEN Ipswich fishing couple Phil and Heather Scott are celebrating two 60 year milestones in a matter of days next month. The Federal Amateur Fishing Club (FAFC) officials are preparing for a February 22 celebration at Rosewood Bowls Club reliving...

David Lems

29 Jan 2025

Sport

Thanks Ipswich sports community for great support

AS we head into the Christmas break, it’s timely to thank all the dedicated people who make Ipswich sport great. It’s been a delight sharing your sporting successes and challenges in the award-winning Ipswich Tribune newspaper and on our comprehensive online service www.ipswichtribune.com.au

David Lems

18 Dec 2024

Sport

Wish lists to take Ipswich sport forward

PROGRESSING a major stadium, building on strong Jets recruiting, lighting up Baxter Oval and more community engagement are among what leading Ipswich sport administrators have on their 2025 wish lists. Ipswich Basketball Association (IBA) president...

David Lems

11 Dec 2024

Sport

Historic Ipswich sporting successes to cherish

IT was the year Ipswich celebrated sporting success at the Paris Olympics, watched a proud club win a rugby league ‘grand slam’ and created netball history. Ipswich achievers continued to impress in a range of sports on the world stage. Ipswich...

David Lems

27 Nov 2024