Volunteers

Volunteers are the backbone of local clubs and associations and without their support it is unlikely that Australian hockey would have reached the level of international respect and success that it has done.

Volunteers work hard at ensuring their club members have a positive hockey experience and create the foundation for those participants staying in the sport. A hockey club or association that supports these people has a better chance of recruiting and retaining them, given that most are volunteers.

• Say ‘Thanks’ to your Volunteers
  Say thanks to volunteers within your own club or association for all their hard work by sending an e-card or by presenting them with an official 'Thanks Coach/ Official' certificiate.
• Recruiting, Retaining & Recognising your Volunteers
  A list of different practical strategies your club or association can employ to recruit, retain and recognise volunteers.
• Volunteer Job Descriptions
  Job descriptions for every volunteer position in your hockey club, from the Club President to the Ground Manager.

Say ‘Thanks’ to your volunteers
Hockey Australia would like to say a big ‘Thanks’ to the thousands of club/association volunteers who contribute their valuable time, effort and expertise in assisting hockey participants to develop their skills and enjoyment for the sport. Volunteers are the backbone of local clubs and associations and without their support it is unlikely that Australian Hockey would have reached the level of international respect and success that it has done.

Send a free "thanks" e-card today
The e-card service lets you say "thanks coach", "thanks official" or "thanks administrator". All you need is the email address of the person you want to thank, and your email address. It’s that simple. Choose from a variety of cards in each category. They have different scenarios and pictures to suit different situations. To send your e-card visit the Australian Sports Commission website by clicking here.

Volunteer Certificate
The Volunteer Certificate is an another way to show your appreciation to volunteers who have made a significant contribution to your club or association. Email Hockey Australia and we will send out a certificate on your behalf or to your club to present. Please provide the club or association's name, volunteers name and reason why you think they deserve this award.