THE first of the four major Riverland winter sports will get their season under way this weekend.
The Riverland Hockey Association will kick off its revised fixture on Friday night, after the season was originally scheduled to begin on May 2.
The season is set to include nine rounds and a finals series, with strict health and social distancing protocols still in place for the foreseeable future.
Friday night will see Berri and Loxton face in an A grade men’s clash at Glassey Park, while Renmark and Waikerie will do battle in men’s and women’s A grade matches on Saturday evening in Berri.
The season will conclude on Saturday, September 12, with all grand finals at Glassey Park.
All four clubs commenced training from the middle of last month, with strict social distancing protocols in place.
The Riverland Soccer Association will begin its own reduced season next Sunday, while the Riverland Netball Association recently cancelled its season.
The Riverland Football League has cancelled its senior season, with the possibility that some junior and women’s matches could still go ahead.