News Summary:
On September 9, 2026, Ice Hockey Australia (IHA) announced the leadership team for the upcoming U18 Women’s World Championships in Turkiye, scheduled for January 25-31, 2027, following a detailed recruitment process. Previously, on August 21, 2026, World Para Ice Hockey (WPIH) confirmed that Newcastle, Australia, will host the second Women’s World Championships this November. Five national teams, including the United States, Canada, Norway, Great Britain, and Australia, have confirmed their participation, with one final spot reserved for a team registering by September 15. Earlier in the year, on January 15, 2026, IHA opened expressions of interest for two key leadership roles. The organization sought a Head of Coaching Development (HCD) to lead, develop, and execute a nationally integrated coaching development strategy across all levels of Australian ice hockey. Concurrently, IHA also looked for a Referee-In-Chief (RIC) to manage the leadership, development, and execution of a nationally integrated officiating strategy, driving development throughout the sport in Australia.
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