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Georgia Moore

First Australian selected in the CWHL Draft.

Georgia Moore

Georgia Moore (born April 8, 1987) is an Australian ice hockey defender who has also competed in other sports at a high level. In 2013, she became the first Australian ever chosen in the CWHL Draft, selected 61st overall by the Calgary Inferno. Playing for the Melbourne Ice, she helped the team win the Joan McKowen Memorial Trophy, the top prize in Australian women’s ice hockey, on two occasions. Beyond ice hockey, Moore played as a slotback for the Okotoks Lady Outlawz in the Western Women's Canadian Football League. She has also represented Australia internationally in inline hockey.

Quick Facts

Birth Date
1987-04-08
Height Cm
163
Position
Defence
Shoots
Right
Team
Melbourne Ice
League
AWIHL
Former Teams
Strathmore Rockies
Sex
f
Ntl Team
AUS
Career Start
2003

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Lore & Background

Domestically, Moore achieved great success with the Melbourne Ice, winning the Joan McKowen Memorial Trophy, the top prize in Australian women’s ice hockey, twice during her tenure. Her leadership, defensive strength, and consistency on the ice made her a key player in the team's championship campaigns, helping to elevate the standard and profile of women's hockey in Australia. In addition to her ice hockey accomplishments, Moore is also a multi-sport athlete. She competed in Canadian football, playing as part of the Okotoks Lady Outlawz as a slotback in the Western Women's Canadian Football League, showcasing her versatility and athleticism across disciplines. Furthermore, she has represented Australia on the international stage in inline hockey, further underlining her dedication to team sports and her ability to excel at a high level in various competitive environments.

Reader's Guide

Georgia Moore's career is notable for her 2013 CWHL Draft selection, which marked a significant moment for the visibility of Australian women in elite international ice hockey. As the first Australian ever chosen in that draft, she highlighted both her talent and determination. Her two Joan McKowen Memorial Trophy wins with the Melbourne Ice demonstrate her impact on domestic Australian women's hockey, where her defensive strength and leadership helped raise the sport's profile. Beyond ice hockey, Moore's participation in Canadian football as a slotback for the Okotoks Lady Outlawz and her representation of Australia in inline hockey illustrate her adaptability and high-level performance across multiple team sports. Her career serves as a testament to her passion and trailblazing role in women's sports both in Australia and abroad.

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