Ireland have named a much-changed squad for this weekend's SoftCo Series against Great Britain, which takes place at Queen's University in Belfast.
Zoe Wilson is ruled out of the three-match series for the World Cup silver medallists, who are preparing for this summer's Olympic Games, after picking up a cruciate injury in the final game played against Spain earlier this year.
Wilson has undergone surgery and her recovery from the ACL set-back is progressing well.
In what is a mixture of youth and experience, Munster's Caoimhe Perdue will also travel with the panel, taking part in training sessions and gaining valuable exposure to senior international level hockey.
Head coach Sean Dancer said: "These matches give us the opportunity to test an extended group of players against a world class team.
"Niamh Carey performed well as a late replacement on the Spanish tour in January and Sarah McAuley has shown competitiveness and composure in defence in recent inter squad matches.
"I look forward to getting back to high quality international matches with the squad at the weekend."
Ireland squad: Beth Barr, Michelle Carey, Niamh Carey, Naomi Carroll, Elizabeth Colvin, Nicola Daly, Deirdre Duke, Nicola Evans, Megan Frazer, Sarah Hawkshaw, Zara Malseed, Hannah Matthews, Sarah McAuley, Shirley McCay, Ayeisha McFerran, Hannah McLoughlin, Kathryn Mullan (captain), Elizabeth Murphy, Anna O'Flanagan, Grace O'Flanagan, Elena Tice, Sarah Torrans, Roisin Upton, Chloe Watkins.
Match 1: Saturday, 13 March, 2pm
Match 2: Sunday, 14 March, 5pm
Match 3: Tuesday, 16 March, 3pm
Sunday's match will be broadcast live on RTÉ 2 and the RTE Player, with coverage starting from 4:30pm.
