Jamie-lee Surha, a Redcliffe Hockey Club forward, has officially made her international debut for the Hockeyroos during their European tour.
Rising to National Selection
Jamie-lee Surha, originally from Mackay, received a late call-up to the Hockeyroos squad and debuted against the Netherlands in the FIH Pro League. The match took place at Wagener Stadium in Amstelveen, where she wore the Indigenous uniform for the first time.
This milestone follows Ms Surha’s inclusion in the Australian Development Squad and her earlier appearance in a practice series against India in Perth. She later featured in another international match in London, where the Hockeyroos secured a 2-1 win against India.
Redcliffe Milestone Recognised
Redcliffe Hockey Club marked Ms Surha’s debut as a significant moment in the club’s history. Officials and team-mates expressed pride in her progress, with club president Paul Greentree acknowledging her contribution to Redcliffe’s first Brisbane Women’s Premier League 1 premiership win. Ms Surha joined the club in 2022 and became its top scorer in 2024.
The club formally recognised her selection via social media, noting that she is now among Redcliffe’s growing list of full Australian representatives.
Indigenous Representation on the International Stage
Ms Surha is now the fifth Indigenous woman to represent the Hockeyroos and the eighth Indigenous Australian to play at senior international level. She described wearing the ochre strip as a meaningful experience, especially as a First Nations athlete. Her cultural background ties to the Jirrabul Mamu people of the Yidinji nation.
From Junior Talent to Senior Campaign
Ms Surha was previously named one of Queensland’s top junior hockey players and is a former student of Mackay North State High School. She has competed at state level and earned national titles in age-group categories.
Her standout performance at the 2025 Australian Under-21 Championships led to her selection for the Jillaroos, Australia’s U21 team. Later that year, she debuted for Brisbane Blaze in the Liberty Hockey One League.
Looking Ahead
The Hockeyroos are currently continuing their Pro League campaign, with upcoming fixtures in England and Germany. Ms Surha remains part of the travelling squad as she continues her progression in international hockey.
Published 25-June-2025