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PUBLISHED WED 13 OCT 2021
The legend-laden Bevan George and Kobie McGurk Cup teams have been finalised for the historic first-ever tournament, with the eight coaches across the men’s and women’s sides picking their squads after an exciting draft night at Perth Hockey Stadium at Curtin University.
The women's coaches kicked off their selections first, with Highlanders coach Alison Reick calling in the big guns early, selecting former Hockeyroo Jayde Taylor with the first selection of the draft, with the 2012 London Olympian providing a strong defensive presence for the side.
Seven-time Jackie Pereira Top Goal Scorer Award winner Chantelle Ciallella was Nicole Serefini's first pick for the Suns, opting for a damaging attacking presence for her side to build around.
Outbacks Coach Temeka Curley opted for the legend who holds the honour of the tournament's name, Kobie McGurk, while Tammy Cowan for the Breakers selected UWA Hockey Club legend and former Hockeyroo Shayni Nelson to lead her side.
In the Bevan George Cup for men's Masters, it was Trid Woodhouse who selected first for the Highlanders, selecting Fremantle Cockburn's 400-game legend Darryl McCormick to lead his line-up to victory in the tournament.
Former Kookaburra Chris Ciriello selected another former Kookaburra in Tim Deavin for his first selection; a two-time Olympian, Champions Trophy and multiple World League winner, Deavin will make his claim for pick of the bunch, providing a running option across the field.
Westside Wolves Hockey Club legend Edward Welch was selected with the Outbacks first pick by Allan Colthart.
Breakers Coach Phil Marshall selected former Kookaburras squad member Ian Burcher with his side's first pick, teaming him up with another former Kookaburra and Olympic gold medallist Grant Schubert who will be sure to provide a potent attacking option up front.
The Bevan George and Kobie McGurk Cup kicks off next Friday, 22 October at Perth Hockey Stadium at Curtin University, with entry to the legendary tournament free for all. For full fixtures, click here.
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WHAT: The Bevan George and Kobie McGurk Cups – 9-day tournament period featuring 35-50 year old (30-35 for women) Masters hockey players
WHEN: 22-31 October 2021
WHERE: Perth Hockey Stadium at Curtin University
WHO: Former and current elite-level hockey stars, local players and more from WA’s rich Masters Hockey community
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PUBLISHED THU 08 OCT 2021
The Bevan George and Kobie McGurk Cups are set to sizzle from October 22, with notable hockey legends lining up to compete in the historic tournament at Perth Hockey Stadium at Curtin University.
WA's Masters hockey community is as talent-laden as they come, with ex-Hockeyroos and Kookaburras legends hitting the field regularly, with this tournament no different.
Stars include ex-Kookaburra and 2004 Athens Olympic gold medallist Bevan George and former Hockeyroo and 2006 Commonwealth games gold medallist Kobie McGurk, holding the honour of being recognised through the tournament's name.
Ex-Kookaburra and UWA Hockey legend Trid Woodhouse will hit the field, with Woodhouse playing a key role in the tournament's formation; other Kookaburras include Chris Ciriello, a 2010 and 2014 Commonwealth Games gold medallist and Grant Schubert, a 2004 Athens Olympics and 2006 Commonwealth Games Gold medallist.
Local club legends will also line-up in the Kobie McGurk Cup, with UWA Hockey legend and former Hockeyroos Shayni Nelson bringing her almost 400 games of All Flags Premier League experience to the table.
Men aged 35-50 can register for the Bevan George Cup and Women aged 30-50 can register for the Kobie McGurk Cup.
Registrations for women to compete in the Kobie McGurk Cup are now open to players 30 and above.
BEVAN GEORGE CUP REGISTRATIONS
KOBIE MCGURK CUP REGISTRATIONS
WHAT: The Bevan George and Kobie McGurk Cups – 9-day tournament period featuring 35-50 year old (30-35 for women) Masters hockey players
WHEN: 22-31 October 2021
WHERE: Perth Hockey Stadium at Curtin University
WHO: Former and current elite-level hockey stars, local players and more from WA’s rich Masters Hockey community
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- Written by Cam Robinson
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