News for 18 December 2025
All the news for Thursday 18 December 2025
SEA Games Thailand 2025
Chonburi (THA)
All Games GMT +7
Men
17 Dec 2025 was a rest day
18 Dec 2025 08:00 THA v INA (Semi-Final) 1 - 1 (4 - 3 SO)
18 Dec 2025 10:30 MAS v SGP (Semi-Final) 12 - 2
19 Dec 2025 10:30 THA v MAS (Final)
Pool standings
Women
17 Dec 2025 was a rest day
18 Dec 2025 13:00 THA v INA (Semi-Final) 0 - 0 (0 - 2 SO)
18 Dec 2025 15:30 MAS v SGP (Semi-Final)
19 Dec 2025 13:00 INA v Winner MAS v SGP (Final)
Pool standings
FIH Match Centre
SEA Games Thailand 2025 (Indoor Hockey)
Bangkok (THA)
All times GMT +7
Men
17 Dec 2025 14:30 PHI v INA (One Pool) 0 - 17
17 Dec 2025 17:30 THA v MAS (One Pool) 4 - 6
18 Dec 2025 14:30 MAS v SGP (Semi-Final) 6 - 0
18 Dec 2025 17:30 INA v THA (Semi-Final)
19 Dec 2025 15:30 MAS v Winner INA v THA (Final)
Pool standings
Women
17 Dec 2025 16:00 SGP v PHI (One Pool) 2 - 0
17 Dec 2025 19:00 MAS v THA (One Pool) 0 - 2
18 Dec 2025 16:00 MAS v INA (Semi-Final) 1 - 0 3rd Quarter 22'
18 Dec 2025 19:00 THA v SGP (Semi-Final)
19 Dec 2025 16:30 Winner MAS v INA v Winner THA v SGP (Final)
Pool standings
FIH Match Centre
USMNT Set for Early 2026 Travel to Spain for 4 Nations Tournament
VALENCIA, Spain – It will be a busy start to the new year for the U.S. Men’s National Team, as they will be in full preparation mode for the 2026 FIH Hockey World Cup Qualifier at the beginning of March. The Wolves will travel to Valencia, Spain from January 15 to 25, 2026 for a training camp and unsanctioned 4 Nations Tournament.
After Junior World Cup high, players trade focus on Hero Hockey India League with hopes of Senior Team spot
Anmol Ekka, Dilraj Singh and Arshdeep Singh highlight how crucial this stint will be for them 
New Delhi: After the high of FIH Hockey Men's Junior World Cup where the Indian team clinched a bronze medal, backed by a valiant comeback to beat Argentina 4-2, the India Colts stars are vying to further impress with their outing in the upcoming Hero Hockey India League (HIL).
Sreejesh: Important for junior players to dream big, target Olympics and Asian Games
The former India goalkeeper, who coached the junior side to a bronze medal at the World Cup, said that a part of his job was to encourage the youngsters to set their goals high for the next stage of their career.
S. Prasanna Venkatesan
P.R. Sreejesh led the Indian men’s junior team to a bronze medal at the World Cup. | Photo Credit: B. Jothi Ramalingam
India junior men’s hockey team coach P.R. Sreejesh on Tuesday said that winning the Junior World Cup bronze medal has instilled a renewed sense of belief among the young players.
Navigating the transition from player to coach: Hockey legend Sardar Singh reflects on his role switch
It's been almost eight years since Sardar hung up his boots and currently serves as a mentor at the Soorma Hockey Club, one of the eight teams in the Hockey India League (HIL).
Shivam Saha
Hockey legend Sardar Singh reflects on his role switch. (Photo: AFP)
Sardar Singh may not have won an Olympic medal, like many of his peers, yet he commands equal respect in Indian hockey. True to his name 'Sardar', which means leader, the icon holds the distinction of being the youngest player to captain India at 21 in the 2008 edition of the Sultan Azlan Shah Cup. And in the years since, he has gone on to groom many players as captain, coach and mentor.
Meet Ketan Kushwaha: The 14-year-old prodigy ready to make waves in HIL 2025-26
A trainee at the UP Sports Hostel in Lucknow, 14-year-old Ketan Kushwaha was picked up by defending champion Shrachi Bengal Tigers at the auction in September for his base price of Rs. 2.5 lakh.
Uthra Ganesan
14-year-old Ketan Kushwaha is the youngest player in Hockey India League 2025-26. | Photo Credit: Special Arrangement
At 14, Ketan Kushwaha is unaware of his record but the Jhansi boy will be the youngest hockey player in a professional league at the Hockey India League (HIL) 2025-26.
Field Hockey Canada: A successful year of events and community impact
Celebrating 2025 and a look ahead to 2026 events 
As 2025 comes to a close, Field Hockey Canada celebrates a year defined by domestic event success, international competitions, community leadership, and milestone moments. Clubs, provinces, universities, volunteers, and athletes united to strengthen the pathway and elevate the sport at every level.
Ken Read Awarded OHF Life Member
by Kirsten Stuckey
The second recipient of an OHF Life member Award is Ken Read. Ken’s contribution to hockey administration spans more than three decades and reflects exceptional service at national, continental, and international levels.
PSB issues clarification on PHF election process
The Pakistan Sports Board (PSB) has issued a formal clarification regarding recent media reports about the club registration and election process of the Pakistan Hockey Federation (PHF).