News for 06 September 2022
All the news for Tuesday 6 September 2022
FIH Hockey Nations Cup: pools and match schedules revealed
The International Hockey Federation has revealed the pools (two groups of four teams each) and match schedules of both upcoming FIH Hockey Nations Cups, Men’s and Women’s.
Spain to host inaugural FIH Hockey Women’s Nations Cup
The Executive Board (EB) of the International Hockey Federation (FIH) has appointed Spain as the host country for the inaugural FIH Hockey Women’s Nations Cup which will take place in Valencia from 10 to 17 December 2022. By doing so, the EB has followed the recommendation of the Task Force Events Bidding, which comprises of EB Members of all five Continental Federations.
Speedy Tigers get favourable Nations Cup draw
By Aftar Singh
Malaysia have received a favourable draw for the men's Nations Cup in Potchefstroom, South Africa, from Nov 28-Dec 4. - Pic courtesy of MHC
KUALA LUMPUR: Malaysia have received a favourable draw for the men's Nations Cup in Potchefstroom, South Africa, from Nov 28-Dec 4.
Indian women to open campaign against Canada in FIH Nations Cup hockey
India is placed in Pool B along side Canada, Japan and South Africa in the eight-nation tournament, a qualifier for next season's FIH Pro League.
Indian team celebrates during the women‘s hockey medal ceremony at the Birmingham 2022 Commonwealth Games at the University of Birmingham Hockey & Squash Centre on August 07, 2022. | Photo Credit: Getty Images
The Indian women's hockey team will open its campaign against Canada in the FIH Nations Cup to be held in Valencia, Spain from December 11 to 17. India is placed in Pool B along side Canada, Japan and South Africa in the eight-nation tournament, a qualifier for next season's FIH Pro League.
SA Masters Hockey side makes history
SA players display a high level of hockey throughout the tournament
It was a major win for local hockey as the South African Masters 35s side made history when it took home a silver medal in the recent World Masters Hockey World Cup.
Men’s Masters to descend on Gold Coast for 2022 Championships
The Hockey Australia Men’s Masters Championships will make its long-awaited return and celebrate its 40th edition with a massive 15-day event at the Gold Coast Hockey Centre from 24 September – 8 October 2022.
Burras team announced for 10th Sultan of Johor Cup
An 18-player Burras (Australian Under 21 Men’s) team has been selected for the upcoming Sultan of Johor Cup in Malaysia from 22-29 October 2022.
Dragons men win big on Belgian opening day
Dragons won the big opening day fixture in the Belgian men’s Honor Division as they beat Gantoise 3-1.
Den Bosch edge out hgc
Reigning EHL and Dutch champions Den Bosch got their season off to a winning as they saw off HGC 1-0 on the opening day of the Hoofdklasse.
Old Georgians confirm additions for new season
Old Georgians have confirmed their new additions for the upcoming season as they make their EHL debut and prepare to defend their English title.
Irish media voice joins European Hockey Federation
Stephen Findlater has been voice of Irish hockey PIC: Hook Hockey
The European Hockey Federation has beefed up its media department, with Stephen Findlater joining as a full-time communications manager with responsibility for EuroHockey events, Euro Hockey League, and Media.
Fiona Semple retires from international hockey
Fiona Semple has announced her retirement from international hockey after 61 caps and 12 goals for Scotland. Semple played for Scotland in two EuroHockey ‘A’ Division Championships, the World Series Finals in 2019, and was part of the 2019 EuroHockey Championship II gold medal winning side in Glasgow.
Interprovincial’s kick off the 2022-23 season with a flurry of goals
The 2022-23 season started off strongly as the first round of the Interprovincial competitions took place on Sunday 4th September. Sunday morning saw Leinster and Connacht teams travel to Mullingar where their U16, U18 and U21 teams came head to head. A little further south saw Munster welcome the Leinster South U16 and U18 teams to the UCC Hockey Pitch.
Hockey Matters: England taking GB place in Pro League was plain wrong
What the readers say...
England men and Germany go head-to-head in Pro League PIC: England Hockey/Worldsportpics
As a Wales and worldwide hockey fan I am asking this question: Why were England allowed to take the GB FIH space when it is meant to be GB? So the Welsh and for that matter the Scottish athletes who are part of GB lost out on the competitive practice that such a great tournament gives.
Uganda Baati renews National Hockey League sponsorship deal
The sponsorship comes with a pledge to plant trees for every goal scored in the league
Charles Lwanga
(L-R) Uganda Baati’s Ian Rumanyika UHA chairman Phillip Wafula, vice chairman Joshua Opolot and Uganda Baati’s Mackleen Kukundakwe during the launch of the partnership. Photo by Charles Lwanga
Uganda Hockey Association (UHA) chairman, Phillip Wafula, believes the incoming financial boost to the association is going to streamline the National Hockey League.