Tornadoes headed to Stand Out Cup

THE Torquay Tornadoes are looking for players to enter the Stand Out Cup hockey tournament.

The Stand Out Cup is a Hockey Victoria initiative, based around standing out against homophobia and transphobia within the hockey community.

“Torquay Hockey Club is really excited to be entering seniors and a junior team into the Stand Out Cup for the first time,” Torquay Hockey Club president Sarah Storen said.

“The Stand Out Cup provides a great opportunity for Torquay Hockey Club to celebrate diversity and inclusivity in the hockey community.”

The cup aims to create a positive change around attitudes within the sport and ensure that all LGBTIQ+ people feel comfortable.

“Diversity and inclusion are important values for the Torquay Hockey Club and as a club we strive to ensure that LGBTIQ+ people feel welcome,” she said.

The annual celebration is this year adding a junior grade to the draw for the first time, designed for children 14 or younger.

The club is welcoming all players to join them for the day, with no prior hockey experience necessary.

“We have friendly and experienced players who will support the team and new players to the sport,” Ms Storen said.

The Torquay Hockey Club has several rounds in the 2024 season to celebrate their diverse culture, including a pride round, women and girls round and an Indigenous round.

The one-day tournament is being held at the Footscray Hockey Club on February 25 from 9am.

The club are also looking for junior and senior players for teams in their upcoming season.

If you’re interested in playing in the Stand Out Cup or the coming season, email [email protected]