The Board
The Altona Hockey Club, Inc. is administered by a Board of Management of a maximum 10 members.
Each of our board members is responsible for key areas of hockey operations both on and off the field, and currently the AHC Board is supported by an official junior sub-committee, you can view the organisational structure here.
All board members are volunteers, so please support them in their efforts and any contribution you can make in any form is welcome.
If you are interested in helping at board or sub-committee level, or on a casual volunteer basis, please contact a board member or email your details to [email protected].
Peter Dolenc
Secretary
I was somewhat late to the hockey party, picking up my first stick in my late 20’s. I came to the AHC in the early 1990’s and spent 3 very enjoyable years as a player and coach, loving all aspects of what was and continues to be a great family and community club. I returned in 2011 when my eldest son Harry joined the club to further his hockey ambitions. It didn’t take long for his younger brother Mack to follow – AHC being such a welcoming environment for players and supporters at all levels. It was such a warm and satisfying homecoming for Bron and myself.
For over 90 years the commitment of AHC’s volunteer base has underpinned our longevity and success. As a board member I have an opportunity to contribute in some way so that the club can continue to thrive in the future.
Contact Pete at [email protected]
Josh Coote
Treasurer
Hockey began for me before I could even walk watching my Dad play as a baby. Living in a small town in England the cycle of life was playing cricket and hockey 5 minutes down the road split across Winter and Summer. This eventually led to moving away from my local club and playing for Southgate in the National League Premier Division, as well as Junior England International representative honours.
After initially joining Altona for a season during my gap year to develop my hockey and play Men’s Premier League I kept coming back and eventually moved here and married an Australian in 2011. Being a member of the Board is an opportunity to help out a club that not only gave me so much from a sporting sense but created an opportunity that truly changed the course of my life.
Contact Josh at [email protected]
Andrew Meiers
Facility Development & Operations
I loved playing hockey as a kid and still enjoy playing now. It’s a sport that’s hooked me in. I have 3 boys and know the importance that sport can play in personal development.
I grew up in Altona, not far from the hockey club. I have early memories of Cyril Turner line marking the grass on a Saturday morning and hammering in the corner flags; Ted Philipps coaching me in U13 when I first started playing hockey; oversized sticks; junior hockey carnivals which were great fun. A lot has changed in the sport and at the club since then.
In the past I coached junior hockey at the club for many years which I really enjoyed. Coaching is definitely a two-way learning experience. My approach when coaching was to build a connection, set goals and to challenge. I think this is true for sport and in general for progress and to realise or to unlock potential.
I look forward to being involved in the future direction of the club. I hope to hammer in a blue and gold flag and raise it high. There will no doubt be more change but I’m confident there will be progress for the club as well.
Contact Andrew at [email protected]
Jo Eveleigh-Whitford
Sponsorship
From a hockey family who played on grass, roller and ice, I started playing in the UK as a young junior ‘colt’ at Cheam Hockey Club. After having considerable time away from the game we joined Altona HC for our sons to play and I was enticed back to run on the turf once again, albeit in a more social capacity.
My aim is to bring to the Board the viewpoints from parents and team players, and I look forward to welcoming new members and potential sponsors to support our fantastic club.
Do get in touch with any ideas that help us maintain the positive connections and experiences our members value so highly from being a part of this great sporting community.
Contact Jo at [email protected]
Scott Prentice
Volunteer Manager
After playing several sports I begun playing hockey at 14 years old and haven’t looked back since. Hockey is a family affair for me, having played with my brothers Brendan and Jaryd over the years. And let’s not forget about the better ‘Prentice’, Megan, who has never failed to impress me with her achievements in Premier League. I hope that all our members can share this sense of family I experience at Altona Hockey Club.
I am proud to be a member of the Altona Hockey Club, a family-orientated club that truly looks after and supports their members on and off the field. It is this and the want to continue improving our club that has motivated me to join the Board.
As both a player and volunteer for past 15 years, Altona Hockey Club has become a large part of my life. I am passionate about our club and hope to create an even better culture of inclusion and sense of connection for our members across the entire club.
Contact Scott at [email protected]
Read the latest Altona Hockey Club news:
2024 Australian Development Squad & 2023 Junior World Cup
2024 Australian Development Squad and 2023 Junior World Cup January 12th, 2024A huge congratulations to both Cooper Burns and Connar Otterbach who have been selected in the Hockey Australia National Men's Development Squad for 2024! The squad consists of 19 players,...
Premier League Coaching in 2024
We are excited to announce Greg Drake as MPL Head Coach and Danielle Schubach as WPL Head Coach.
2023 Annual Report & Summary of the Year
2023 Annual Report & Summary of the Year November 14th, 2023The Altona Hockey Club is proud to present the 2022-2023 Annual Report:President's Year in Review2023 is our 91st anniversary as a club, and last year I wrote of an historic year with our 90th anniversary...
Eyecare Plus Altona – your local Optometrist and our new Gold Sponsor
We are excited to welcome Eyecare Plus Altona as a Gold Sponsor of the Altona Hockey Club.
Welcome Werribee Steel – Premier Partner
We are very happy to announce that Werribee Steel have signed on as the Premier Partner of the Altona Hockey Club for the 2023 & 2024 seasons.
The New AHC Uniform
The Altona Hockey Club playing uniform is designed to be a modern, inclusive uniform for the whole club, with the traditional Royal Blue and Gold of the AHC are prominent in the design.
Celebrating Inaugural AHC Indigenous Round
Celebrating Inaugural AHC Indigenous Round July 19, 2023 Thank you to everyone who helped celebrate our Inaugural Indigenous Round this past weekend. Thank you to Mark Brown from the Bunurong Land Council for the powerful Welcome to Country and Smoking Ceremony, Aunty...
The Altona Hockey Club Board Supports the Voice to Parliament
The Altona Hockey Club Board Supports the Voice to Parliament July 6, 2023 The Altona Hockey Club Board supports the recognition of Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples in the Australian Constitution through a Voice to Parliament. Many Altona Hockey Club...
2023 Winter Season Key Dates
2023 Winter Season Key Dates April 8, 2023 The 2023 Winter season information, everything from training times, links to fixture, season dates and everything you need to know. If you have any questions, please contact us at [email protected] - we hope you have...
Thank-You Burbank
Thank-You Burbank April 6, 2023There is one major omission from our uniform that has been present for the whole life of the previous uniform - and that is of our Premier Partner Burbank. Their long-term sponsorship is finishing up next month after 12 years, and we...
Introducing…our New Playing Uniform
Introducing...the New AHC Playing Uniform March 16, 2023 INTRODUCING...The new Altona Hockey Club Playing Uniform. Here for the 2023 season, a lot of work has gone into this new kit that will be available for the whole club. Apart from a brand new design, the biggest...
Junior Registration 2023
Coming up on Thursday the 16th of March at the Altona Hockey Club is our Junior Registration Night! For all of our new and returning junior players and parents, aged from the Under 10’s to Under 18’s.
Free Come & Try Hockey for 2023
Free Come & Try Hockey for 2023 January 18, 2023In 2023, we are holding two Free Come & Try at the Altona Hockey Club on Monday 13th of February and Wednesday 15th of February both from 5.30pm – 6.30pm. Hookin2Hockey gives young boys and girls the opportunity...
2022 Annual Report & Summary of the Year
From the Altona HC President, Alex Tyrrell: This year has been an historically important year for the hockey club in many ways. Read the summary & annual report.
Women’s Premier League Coaching Announcement for 2023
We are thrilled to announce that for the 2023 season our Women’s Premier League side will be coached by Danielle Schubach with Stephanie Young as Assistant Coach.