2000 was the beginning of a new era for the Eastern Suburbs Tigers when they entered their first female team in the Ipswich competition – it was an Under 11 team. In 2001 the female ranks grew further when an Under 13 team was added. 2002 saw the Club reach a ‘pinnacle of achievement’ with the forming of an A Grade Ladies side. 2003 saw Easts female ranks grow further with the addition of 3 new ladies teams, Reserve grade, A2 grade and Under 15 girls.
The inclusion of these new teams saw Easts fielding a team in every grade of the Ipswich Hockey competition.