Maia Adamson

Hockey Background and Achievements

First began hockey at the age of 10 with Grafton Hockey Association.

2021 

• Selected into the 15/U NSW Squad
• Played 1^st Grade hockey with Sailors Hockey club in the Grafton Hockey association competition.

2022 

• Selected into the 15/U NSW Squad
• Played 1^st Grade hockey with Sailors Hockey Club in the Grafton Hockey Association competition.
• Selected into the 16/U NSW All school team to compete at the National Championships In Hobart. Earning a Silver medal at that National Championship. 

2023 

• Played 1^st Grade for Beaches Hockey club in the Coffs Coast Hockey competition- Gold medallist.
• Selected into the NSW Institute of Sport Pursue 32 squad targeting athletes for the Brisbane 32 Olympics. 
• Selected into the NSW 18/U Blues team to compete at the National 18/U Championships.
• Selected into the U16 NSW All Schools teams to compete at the National championships in Adelaide, Earning a Silver medal at the championships.
• Played 1^st Grade hockey with Sailors Hockey Club in the Grafton Hockey Association competition.

2024

• Played for Sailors Hockey Club winning Gold medal in the Grafton Hockey Association competition.
• Played for Labrador Hockey club in the Gold Coast, Queensland competition, silver medallist.
• Selected into the NSW 18/U State team: Bronze Medal at the National Championships.
• Selected into the Australian Futures squad- Nationally identified Athlete program, where the athletes are targeted for the Brisbane 2032 Olympics. 
• Represented and captained her high school- Grafton High school hockey team leading them to a Gold medal at the NSW Combined High school Championships.
• Selected into and captained the North Coast School Hockey team. Gold medallist at the NSW Combined High School State Championships. Receiving the award “Player of the carnival”.
• Selected into and captained the NSW Combined High School team at the NSW Tri Schools Championships earning a Gold medal. 
• Selected into the NSW All school Honor team.
• Represented Grafton Hockey Association in the 18/U State Championships, captaining the team to a NSW State Gold Medal.
• Selected into the NSW U21 squad
• Received a Combined High School Sporting Blue Award- the highest award an athlete can receive in the NSW School system.

Strengths

I feel my biggest strengths as a hockey player are my vision on the field and my ability to read the play. I pride myself on anticipating situations before they unfold, which allows me to make quick, effective decisions under pressure.  My movement off the ball is deliberate and strategic. 

I also have strong movement around the field, ensuring I’m always in the right place to support both offense and defense and capitalise on opportunities.

Communication is another key element in my game. I’m vocal in a positive way, helping direct play and ensuring we are all on the same page.

Why do I want to play college field hockey?

Playing college field hockey in the USA is an incredible opportunity that aligns with both my personal and athletic goals. I am looking for personal growth both on and off the field and competing in college hockey will challenge me to further develop my game and refine the skills necessary to achieve my goal of playing at the highest level of this sport- competing at the Olympics (Brisbane 32).

What excites me the most is the unique culture of college sport in the USA, where a high-performance environment is paired with unmatched team camaraderie and school spirit. My mother played Div 1 tennis in the college system and speaks highly of her experience, which has inspired me to pursue a similar path.

Equally important, I want to combine my passion for sport with my academic goals. The USA offers an exceptional standard of education, and I see this opportunity as a chance to pursue my studies while continuing to develop my game at an elite level.

I’m confident that the experience of playing college field hockey will help me grow both as an individual and an athlete. It will not only develop my character and get out of my comfort zone, but also push me to my limits, sharpen my skills, and prepare me to achieve my dream of representing my country on the world stage.