News for 02 September 2026
All the news for Wednesday 2 September 2026
Pakistan Whites thrash Samarkand in Nations Cup Hockey
LAHORE: The Pakistan Whites hockey team produced a commanding display at the Nations Cup 2026 in Kazan, Russia, defeating Samarkand 6-1 in a one-sided contest at the Kazan Field Hockey Centre.
Bangladesh hockey team heads to China for Asian Games tune-up
The Bangladesh national hockey team will depart for China on Wednesday for a crucial Asian Games preparation tour, featuring six practice matches against the China national team and China ‘A’ team.
North West B and SACD Stay Perfect as Men’s Race Heats Up in Emalahleni
The second day of the SA Hockey IPT B Section produced another compelling day of action at The Hockey Farm in Emalahleni, with North West B and SACD maintaining their perfect starts in the women’s tournament while the battle for the two places in the men’s final intensified.
Why I Keep Coming Back: Haley Dervinis' Masters Journey
by Haley Dervinis (U.S. O-45 Women's Masters Assistant Coach)
Over the years, I’ve experienced Masters as a player, captain, committee member, manager, and coach. Each role has changed how I see this community and reinforced something I believe more strongly every year: the quality of Masters depends on whether people feel seen, supported, and able to contribute.
Hockey India Member Units Celebrate National Sports Day 2026 with Enthusiasm Across the Country
New Delhi: Hockey India's Member Units across the country came together to celebrate National Sports Day 2026, marking the 121st birth anniversary of hockey wizard Major Dhyan Chand, whose incredible feats helped India win Olympic gold in 1928, 1932 and 1936. The three-day celebration, held from 28 to 30 August under the Fit India Movement and the theme "Khelega Bharat, Jeetega Bharat," saw Member Units organise digital tributes, hockey matches, fitness drives and cycling events, reaffirming the game's deep connection with communities across the nation.
Two Malaysia '75 World Cup heroes fighting for their lives
By Aftar Singh
1975 Malaysia World Cup hockey player, Datuk Seri N. Sri Shanmuganathan. -- NSTP/Filepic
KUALA LUMPUR: Two hockey legends Datuk Seri N. Sri Shanmuganathan and Brian Sta Maria were admitted at two different hospitals.
FIH Executive Board meets at World Cup to advance hockey’s strategic priorities
Louvain-la-Neuve, Belgium: The Executive Board (EB) of the International Hockey Federation (FIH) met in Louvain-la-Neuve, Belgium, on 27 and 28 August, on the sidelines of the FIH Hockey World Cup 2026, under the chairmanship of FIH President Tayyab Ikram.