Expressions of Interest - Australia's Women's Para Ice Hockey Team

IHA is now calling for Expressions of Interest (EOI) from eligible athletes who wish to represent Australia in the inaugural Women's Para World Championships.

Interested players must meet classification, nationality, and age requirements, with teams required to have a minimum roster of seven skaters and two goaltenders. Australia will be one of six teams competing in the Women’s Para World Championships, set to take place in Dolny Kubin, Slovakia, from 26-31 August 2025.

This landmark tournament will feature national teams from Canada, Great Britain, Norway, the USA, and a Team World comprising players from various nations. 

“We are incredibly proud to see Australia represented at the inaugural Women’s World Championships. We have a growing partnership with Paralympics Australia, and this is an exceptional opportunity to reach our goals with PA” said Adam Woolnough, General Manager, Ice Hockey Australia. “There is a lot of hardwork and dedication required, and we have the people to assist us reach our goals now and into the future".

The growth of female participation in Para ice hockey has been extraordinary, rising from just 0.01 percent in 2022 to nearly 20 percent today. This progress has been fueled by initiatives such as the Women’s World Challenge, where IHA was proudly represented by Lynda Holt (IHNSW), Rosa-Lee Principe (IHWA), and Ashlea Morton (IHV).

IHA remains committed to developing inclusive pathways in ice hockey and expanding opportunities for female athletes in Australia. The 2025 Women’s World Championships will feature a round-robin format followed by a medal round, providing an incredible opportunity for athletes to compete at the highest level.

How to Apply
Expressions of Interest for the Australian Women’s Para Ice Hockey Team are now open. Eligible athletes are encouraged to apply via the following link - https://secure.esportsdesk.com/login.cfm?leagueID=25404&clientID=6104&regEventID=74042 

For more information on the Dolny Kubin 2025 World Para Ice Hockey Women’s World Championships, visit http://www.worldparaicehockey.org/ 

For media inquiries, please contact:

Adam Woolnough
General Manager, Ice Hockey Australia
Email: adam.woolnough@iha.org.au