Geraldton hockey's Dirranie Kirby and Lyndsay Daw return with medals from 2025 Masters Trans-Tasman Challenge
Geraldton hockey stars Dirranie Kirby and Lyndsay Daw have returned from the 2025 Masters Trans-Tasman Challenge in Cairns with medals and unforgettable memories, after both helped their Australian sides go undefeated against New Zealand.
Kirby, playing in goals for the women's 45s, did not concede across three games — a rare clean sweep capped by a 4-0 victory in the final match.
'The tournament was amazing. It's always such an honour to wear the national colours,' Kirby said.
'Our team came together really well both on and off the field, and the results show that.
'Pretty stoked to have finished the tournament with a clean sheet — something that doesn't happen very often.'
Daw, making her debut with the women's 50s, was equally impressive as her team also swept their matches. She said the experience of wearing the green and gold was deeply meaningful.
'Representing Australia was an incredible experience,' she said.
'It was an honour to compete alongside so many talented players from across the country.
'We faced tough competition as we knew we would in the Kiwis, but our team gave it everything we had.
'I'm proud of how we performed and how we supported each other throughout.'
Daw also acknowledged the support behind the scenes.
'Thanks to the teams that made it possible for me to represent Australia — WA State and Saints Hockey Club. Playing with this group has been a privilege,' she said.
The Geraldton Hockey Association shared their pride in a public post.
'Our two superstar goalkeepers, Lyndsay Daw and Dirranie Kirby, both had a successful tournament. Dirranie's 45s went through undefeated and had no goals scored against her. Lyndsay's 50s also went through undefeated. Geraldton is so proud.'
Kirby said the Kiwis were a challenge to come up against.
'The games were tougher than the scores may suggest,' she said.
'The NZ ladies played with a lot of heart as well as skill.'
Australia retained the Trans-Tasman Cup in both divisions — and Geraldton played no small part in the triumph.
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