News for 19 March 2022
All the news for Saturday 19 March 2022
2021-22 FIH Pro League (M) - 19 March
Kalinga Hockey Stadium, Bhubaneswar
All times GMT +5:30
19 Mar 2022 19:30 IND v ARG (RR)
20 Mar 2022 19:30 IND v ARG (RR)
Keep up to date with all the latest news on the FIH Hockey Pro League via the Watch.Hockey app, event website and through FIH social media channels - Facebook, Instagram and Twitter.
Live streaming and full game replay on the Watch Hockey App (May be Geo blocked if there is TV coverage)
FIH Match Centre
We are happy with our style of play, say Argentina
S2H Team
Expect the Argentina that we know to turn up against India in the FIH Pro League doubleheader starting at the Kalinga Stadium in Bhubaneswar on Saturday.
Rohidas, Mandeep reflect on new leadership roles
Amit Rohidas and Mandeep Singh were given leadership roles in the Indian men’s national squad. Rohidas was named captain and Mandeep his deputy for the FIH Pro League clash against Argentina at the Kalinga stadium in Bhubaneswar on Saturday. The duo addressed a virtual media conference on Friday where they expressed joy and readiness on assuming their new positions.
Men's AHF Cup Jakarta 2022 - 19 March
Jakarta
All times GMT +7
19 Mar 2022 11:30 UZB v IRI (5-8th Place) 2 - 2 (2 - 3 SO)
19 Mar 2022 14:00 SRI v OMA (Semi-Final 1) 1 - 2
19 Mar 2022 16:30 BAN v KAZ (Semi-Final 2)
19 Mar 2022 19:00 INA v THA (5-8th Place)
Live streaming and full game replay on the Watch Hockey App (May be Geo blocked if there is TV coverage)
FIH Match Centre
2022 Indoor Test matches USA v CAN (M) - 19 March
Spring City, Philadelphia (USA)
All times GMT - 5
19 Mar 2022 11:20 USA v CAN
19 Mar 2022 18:20 USA v CAN
20 Mar 2022 10:20 USA v CAN
FIH Match Centre
Giles Bonnet appointed South African Hockey Head Coach
South African Hockey today have announced the appointment of Giles Bonnet through the FIH Hockey World Cup and the Paris Olympic Games in 2024. The role sees Bonnet return to a role he held from 2010-2014 where he led the team into the top 10 in the world rankings as well as to a competitive adventure in the London Olympic games.
“Being relentless and never giving up”
Ahead of the 9th edition of the FIH Hockey Women’s Junior World Cup taking place in South Africa (1-12 April), we’re conducting a series of exclusive interviews with the participating teams. Today: Kayla Blas (USA).
Star women's hockey striker Vandana eyes gold in Asian Games
Star Indian women's hockey team striker Vandana Katariya has set her eyes on wining the gold medal in this year's Asian Games in Hangzhou, China to help them directly qualify for the 2024 Paris Olympics.
Vandana Katariya (left) in action. (File Photo) - AP
Star Indian women's hockey team striker Vandana Katariya has set her eyes on wining the gold medal in this year's Asian Games in Hangzhou, China to help them directly qualify for the 2024 Paris Olympics.
Odisha to fast-track hockey stadium construction ahead of World Cup
Road construction and city beautification are also going on a war footing ahead of the World Cup 
Birsa Munda international hockey stadium construction
The Odisha government directed officials on Friday to expedite the construction work of the Birsa Munda International Hockey Stadium, which will host the Men's Hockey World Cup next year.
The Charlesworth Classic Conundrum
Ashley Morrison
When it comes to great Western Australian sports people there will always be debate as to who ranks where. There are currently six Western Australians in the Sport Australia Hall of Legends, Margaret Court, Herb Elliott, Dennis Lillee, Walter Lindrum, Louise Sauvage and Shirley Strickland. There are only 44 inductees afforded Legend status.
Rot-Weiss add two talents for 2022/23 season
Rot-Weiss Köln have secured the services of German junior internationals Aron Flatten and Jean Danneberg, both Under-21 Junior World Cup medalists, for next season.
Den Bosch trio looking to sign off in style at Euro giants
Easter’s women’s ABN AMRO EHL is set to be the swansong for a trio of European club hockey’s greatest players in Den Bosch colours with Margot van Geffen, Marloes Keetels and Lidewij Welten all set to move on this summer.
HGC Sign Orange Stalwart Van Geffen From Den Bosch
Margot van Geffen. WORLDSPORTPICS COPYRIGHT FRANK UIJLENBROEK
After twelve seasons, international Margot van Geffen leaves Den Bosch for a new challenge. The 32-year-old hard-core midfielder makes the switch to HGC. The departure of Van Geffen is the next blow to Den Bosch, which has already seen two other pillars announce their farewells in recent days with Lidewij Welten (Kampong) and Marloes Keetels (retires) .
Men’s Premier Division: Old Georgians edge towards first European club hockey berth
Old Georgians are on the cusp of a Europe place PIC: @indiarosebrodie
Old Georgians could secure European hockey this weekend for the first time in the club’s history. The Surrey outfit face an away trip to Hampstead & Westminster on Sunday, with a Euro Hockey League berth in the offing for next season if they can muster three points.
Wimbledon and Hampstead & Westminster set for Europe battle
Lucy Hyams, left, celebrates with Sarah Robertson PIC: MARK CLEWS
Wimbledon co-coach Alex Danson-Bennett is relishing another must-win battle in the Vitality Women’s Premier Division ahead of their derby trip to Hampstead & Westminster.
UniTen, Negri to face off in Vivian May Soars Cup final
By Jugjet Singh
Negri Sembilan players celebrate after their win over National Development in the semi-final return leg of the Vivian May Soars Cup at National Hockey Stadium in Bukit Jalil today. -Pic courtesy of Negri Sembilan HA
KUALA LUMPUR: KPT-UniTen Thunderbolts do not want to be third time unlucky when they meet Negri Sembilan in the final of the Vivian May Soars Cup on Sunday.
Expect Thunder and lightning!
By LIM TEIK HUAT
Captain on guard: Fitri Saari is wary of the fighting qualities in the young TNB Thunderbolts side.
PETALING JAYA: Terengganu hockey captain Fitri Saari has warned his teammates against taking TNB Thunderbolts lightly in what is set to be a decisive match in the Malaysian Hockey League (MHL).
Pembroke and Corinthian’s battle royale in men’s EYHL relegation tussle
Pembroke and Corinthian face a battle royale as both look to get some breathing room the men’s EYHL relegation contest as the regular season enters its last three rounds.
First time EYHL regular season winner nears in women’s league
Pembroke's Ellen Curran in action against Railway, Pic: Adrian Boehm
Whatever happens, the women’s EY Hockey League will have a first-time winner with the three sides mathematically in contention never having reached the playoffs before since the competition went full-season, let alone take top spot.
Champs Butali launch title defence against Sharks
By Agnes Makhandia
Kenya Hockey Union men’s Premier League champions Butali Sugar Warriors are not under pressure to defend the title.
Huge crowds and sensational action at Senior Schools’ Cup 2022
It was a sensation senior Schools’ Cup final with huge crowds at Peffermill cheering on eight amazing cup finals.
FIH reiterates full support to Ukraine’s hockey community
Lausanne, Switzerland: Meeting today virtually for the second time of the year, the Executive Board (EB) of the International Hockey Federation (FIH) received reports on the preparation status of the upcoming FIH events, including the next one, namely the FIH Hockey Women’s Junior World Cup South Africa 2021, which will start on 1 April at the North-West University of Potchefstroom, the venue which last month hosted 14 FIH Hockey Pro League matches.
World hockey to launch penalty corner project in bid ‘to keep spectacle and curb dangers’
By Rod Gilmour
Lucas Rossi of Argentina clashes with Spain's David Alegre during Tokyo 2020 PIC: REUTERS/Phil Noble
The International Hockey Federation (FIH) is set to investigate the dangers of the penalty corner routine while maintaining the “excitement and spectacle” of the set piece, the world body admitting that trial rules could be implemented to enhance safety.