ABOUT OUR CLUB
About us.
The club has been a prominent club in Tasmanian hockey for nearly 75 years.
In 2023 we approached 400 members and over 300 registered players from Under 9’s to Masters. Our culture is one of respect and fair play. We mentor and support junior players to develop into better players and individuals. We encourage our members to become umpires, coaches and volunteers. Our supporters and volunteers are the cornerstone of all sporting clubs.
For three consecutive years, 2020, 2021 and 2022 DiamondBacks has been awarded two prestigious awards in the Southern Hockey League. The Lord Mayors Trophy for Best Performed Junior Club, and the Ron Mills Trophy for Best Performed Club Overall.
Club History
2013
Club name changed to the DiamondBacks HC
An exciting transition and the club rebranded to the contemporary DiamondBacks maintain our connection to our history and welcoming in the new generations.
1986
Prince of Wales joined Wellington HC to become POWW Hockey Club
Encapsulating the wonderful history of the three separate sporting administrations POWW was formally formed.
1983
Prince of Wales Men joined with Prince of Wales Women
The Clubs in the early 1980’s looked to the future by formally integrating the Men’s and Women’s Clubs to form Prince of Wales.
1975
The Prince of Wales Women's Hockey Club was formed
The Prince of Wales Women's Hockey Club was formed
The club was actually formed as a result of sibling rivalry.
The three main founders Gill Bratt, Felicity Shirley and Jeanette Gillion all had brothers who played for the club and took the attitude, why should all the boys have fun? Why can't we play too? Forming the Prince of Wales Women’s Hockey Club.
1970
The Catholic Hockey Club's name changed to Prince of Wales Hockey Club
As the club expanded and began to play in more grades the change from Catholics to Prince of Wales occurred.
1965
The Wellington Hockey Club was formed
A long standing women’s Club Wellington formed and many of our current long serving club members are from the Wellington Hockey Club.
1950
The Catholic Hockey Club was formed
The venue was an old tarred tennis court near the Grade 6 classroom on the Patrick Street side of the campus. With over 50 pupils in Grade 6 the game became very popular, with people from other classes joining. Although sometimes prohibited, it was a lunchtime activity that grew into our inaugural club.
Our players
From Juniors to Internationals
Kookaburra #411
Josh Beltz
Starting hockey at 8 years old, Josh has progressed from our junior section all the way to the top with the Australia national team as a midfielder.
Kookaburra #426
Jack Welch
Our second DiamondBack in the Kookaburras is Jack. As part of the Tassie U21s that won gold (alongside Hayden Beltz) his goal scoring ability was quickly recognised by the national team.
Kookaburra #438
Hayden Beltz
Our most recent junior who has made it to the national stage is Hayden where he debuted alongside his older brother in the FIH Pro League in India. His fast-paced athleticism is utilised in the squad to secure the defence.
How to find us
Tasmania Hockey Centre
1 Bell St, New Town TAS 7008
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