Coronavirus robbed them this year but Tamworth Hockey Association will get a second shot at hosting the NSW Men's Masters over-40s and 45s championships after being awarded the 2021 event.
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This year's tournament was set to be held from May 1-3 and showcase the THA's new world-class facility, but was cancelled along with all of the other age groups amid the pandemic.
At the time THA president Mark O'Connor was confident Tamworth could host the event again in the future, with the NSW Masters Committee indicating they were keen to bring it back to Tamworth next year.
The 2021 edition will run from Friday April 20 to Sunday May 2 and is expected to bring hundreds of players to town.
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The news comes as the THA presses the go button on the 2020 local season.
After the men's masters and third grade competitions commenced last week, the remainder of the senior grades will play their first round this week starting with the women's masters on Wednesday night.
The first round of first grade action will see reigning men's champions Workies hit-off their quest for an 11th title in 12 years against Tudor Wests, and women's premiers Waratahs begin their title defence against Services.
The two competitions will be played on separate days this year with the men moving to 3pm and 4.30pm on a Saturday afternoon and the women playing on Sunday.
In the other men's clash Kiwis will take on South United while in the women's games, Olympians face Souths and Tudors match-up against Flames.
