MELBOURNE DUCKS
DO YOU HAVE WHAT IT TAKES TO JOIN THE DUCKS?
The Melbourne Ducks are gathering the flock for the Australian Women's Ice Hockey League 2026/27 season!
Invite only try outs will take place at iceHQ
Eligibility:
Players born in 2011 are eligible to play from the beginning of the season. Players born in 2012 may begin playing after January 1st. Development squad players will be considered from age 12, based on skill.
This is the highest level of Women's Ice Hockey in Australia, we would advise potential new players to watch last season's streamed games for a guide to the expected skill level.
Imports and International players are encouraged to express your interest for potential interviews.
LAST SEASON
2025/26
Melbourne Ducks
Big Freeze Derby
Melbourne’s four top tier hockey teams are coming together to raise money for Fight MND
AWIHL Melbourne Ducks vs Melbourne Ice Women
Game Time 5:30pm Saturday 17th January (Pre-Game 4pm)
Game Time 4pm Sunday 18th January
Big Freeze 3v3 Saturday pre game event
(included in Saturday and weekend tickets)
Melbourne Ducks vs Melbourne Mustangs vs Melbourne Ice
4pm Saturday 17th January
Doors will open 3:40pm
Featuring AIHL players from Melbourne Mustangs, Melbourne Ice Men, and Melbourne Ducks Pacific 2022 team.
Both Melbourne Ducks teams will be playing in unique big freeze jerseys. JERSEY AUCTIONS NOW CLOSED
Melbourne Ducks will be donating $5 from each Saturday 17th January ticket to Fight MND
RAFFLE NOW CLOSED
Four winners will be drawn the evening of Sunday 18th January. You may purchase as many tickets as you wish, you will receive an email receipt once you checkout. Winners will be contacted via email
*Two return flights from Melbourne to an Australian capital city of your choice (excluding Perth or Darwin)
Melbourne Ducks will be competing in the Australian Women’s Ice Hockey League 2026/27
The season runs from November 2026 through to March 2027, with a short break over Christmas.
For the latest updates head to our socials:
www.facebook.com/ducksmelbourne
www.instagram.com/ducksmelbourne
Thank you for your support Melbourne!
SPONSORS
A new season brings new sponsorship opportunities, please email info@icehq.com.au
SUNNY SEAFOOD
CP FOODS
ICE HOCKEY VICTORIA
PLAYER SPONSORS
Thank you to this season’s player sponsors:
JENELLE CARSON
OLIVIA GARGANO
BRITT GREEN (formerly MENDHAM)
HEATHER RYLAND
Veterinary Practice Partners
HOPE NEWMAN
NIAMH GALLACHER
You can donate to your favourite player to reduce their season fees: www.duckshockey.com.au/donate