Women’s Para Ice Hockey Team Named for 2025 World Championships
Published Mon 09 Jun 2025
Ice Hockey Australia is proud to announce the national team roster for the upcoming 2025 Women’s Para World Championships, set to take place this August in Dolný Kubín, Slovakia.
Following a successful and high-energy selection camp held in Newcastle from 23–25 May, the team has been officially named, with athletes selected from across the country to represent Australia on the international stage. The squad showcases a mix of experience, emerging talent, and representation from five states and territories—highlighting the growing reach and inclusivity of women’s para ice hockey in Australia.
The 2025 Australian Women’s Para Ice Hockey Team is as follows:
|
First Name |
Last Name |
State |
|
Rosa-Lee |
Principe |
WA |
|
Belinda |
Green |
WA |
|
Priya |
Cooper |
WA |
|
Natalie |
Mellors |
SA |
|
Noella |
Angel |
SA |
|
Ashlee |
Morton |
VIC |
|
Erika |
Gosney |
VIC |
|
Sonya |
Newman |
NT |
|
Jayne |
Boardman |
NSW |
|
Katie |
Luff |
NSW |
|
Lynda |
Holt |
NSW |
Reserve:
| Bridgett | McDonald | SA |
Led by Head Coach Dawn Watt, who has also recently been selected to the Australian Institute of Sport Para Coach Experiential Learning Program, the team is now in the final stages of preparation for the World Championships. Watt’s selection to the AIS program is a significant recognition of her leadership and commitment to the development of para-athletes in Australia, and her participation will further strengthen the high-performance pathway for the sport.
“I’m stoked about being able to name so many players to the team who have the ability to compete at this level” said Coach Watt. “To see all of the para communities come together to support these players to improve their skills, sets us up for a strong future with Women’s Para Ice Hockey.”
The team will be supported by Team Manager, Michaela Fellowes, making her debut with the squad, and IHA Para Coordinator, Bill Siegloff, who will continue to assist with off-ice preparation and logistics in the lead-up to departure.
Australia’s participation in the Women’s Para World Championships marks another milestone in the growth of para ice hockey nationally, and the team is eager to represent the green and gold with pride.
Additional positions will be advertised soon, including assistant coach, equipment manager, and physio. Stay tuned to Ice Hockey Australia social media and website for announcements.
