News for 09 November 2023
All the news for Friday 9 November 2023
HRH Sultan Nazrin Shah Men's International Indoor Tournament 2023 - 9 November
Ipoh, Perak
All times GMT +8
8 Nov 2023 09:30 HKG v NAM (RR) 0 - 22
8 Nov 2023 11:00 MAS v NZL (RR) 1 - 2
8 Nov 2023 12:30 AUS v RSA (RR) 5 - 4
8 Nov 2023 14:30 MAS v HKG (RR) 24 - 0
8 Nov 2023 16:00 NAM v RSA (RR) 3 - 5
8 Nov 2023 17:30 NZL v AUS (RR) 4 - 6
9 Nov is a rest day
10 Nov 2023 15:00 NZL v HKG (RR)
10 Nov 2023 16:30 AUS v NAM (RR)
10 Nov 2023 18:00 MAS v RSA (RR)
Pool standings
FIH Match Centre
Malaysia crush Hong Kong 24-0
By Aftar Singh
Malays a lost 2-1 to New Zealand before bouncing back to whip Hong Kong 24-0 in the Sultan Nazrin Shah men's international Indoor Tournament at Indera Mulia Stadium in Ipoh today.PIC COURTESY OF MHC
KUALA LUMPUR: Malaysia lost 2-1 to New Zealand before bouncing back to whip Hong Kong 24-0 in the Sultan Nazrin Shah men's international Indoor Tournament at Indera Mulia Stadium in Ipoh today.
Malaysia embarrass Hong Kong
KUALA LUMPUR: The national men's team went on a goal spree to thrash Hong Kong 24-0 in the Sultan Nazrin Shah Cup International Indoor Hockey Championship today (November 8).
South Africa defeat Namibia to end day 2 on top.
South Africa welcomed back their captain for the second day of action on Wednesday at the Sultan Nazrin Shah Cup in Malaysia. Having come through the opening day with a full haul of six points, the Blitzstoks knew that another full house would secure a spot in the final on Saturday.
It’s tight at the top
By Helge Schutz
Brynn Cleak won the man of the match award against Hong Kong China. Photo: contributed
Namibia’s indoor hockey men’s side suffered their first defeat at the Sultan Nazrin Shah Indoor Hockey Cup in Malaysia yesterday, but are still well-placed to reach the final of the tournament.
HRH Tuanku Zara Women's International Indoor Tournament 2023 - 9 November
Ipoh, Perak
All times GMT +8
8 Nov 2023 was a rest day
9 Nov 2023 09:30 NAM v RSA (RR) 1 - 2
9 Nov 2023 11:00 SUI v NZL (RR) 4- 3
9 Nov 2023 12:30 MAS v AUS (RR) 2 - 3
9 Nov 2023 14:30 NZL v NAM (RR) 3 - 3
9 Nov 2023 16:00 AUS v RSA (RR) 0 - 4
9 Nov 2023 17:30 SUI v MAS (RR)
10 Nov 2023 08:30 RSA v SUI (RR)
10 Nov 2023 10:00 NZL v MAS (RR)
10 Nov 2023 11:30 NAM v AUS (RR)
Pool Standings
FIH Match Center
Chile red card overshadows Pan Ams hockey final, South Africa edge through
Argentina players fell over in unison after Chilean push
The gap growing between some of the world’s top teams and the rest? Not on the evidence of the Pan American Games and African Road to Paris finals at the weekend as more Olympic tickets were booked.
Olympic hockey qualification huge for hockey in SA
Men’s head coach Cheslyn Gie has placed the continued growth of the national men’s hockey team top of his priority list following their qualification for the Olympic Games.
In a sensational finish to the African qualifying tournament in Pretoria at the weekend, South Africa pulled off a thrilling 2-1 victory over Egypt in the final to book their spot in France next year.
The 33rd Summer Olympiad will take place in Paris from July 26 to August 11.
There was plenty of drama as SA and Egypt duelled for the honours on Sunday, with the north African team equalising within two minutes after the Proteas had taken the lead.
Ryan Julius then put SA ahead with four minutes remaining after a lengthy review allowed the goal to stand, only for Egypt to put the ball in the net with 30 seconds left.
This also went to a review, but this time the goal was disallowed, sending the delirious South Africans to Paris.
Madibaz Sport hockey manager Gie, who was appointed national mentor in April, had emotions that ebbed and flowed between extreme excitement and relief at the end of the match.
“We went into the game as favourites and that tag put some pressure on the young team but it was pure excitement at the end of it all,” he said.
“This is a massive step forward for SA men’s hockey as we have a talented group of players.
For the team’s continued growth, Gie said it was imperative that they participated in the biggest tournaments on the international stage.
“The Olympics is important not just for them, but also for hockey in our country.”
Their mental application stood out for him during the African qualifiers.
Grinding out this victory under difficult circumstances while not being at their very best is a good example.
“The team effort will hold us in good stead going forward,” Gie said.
The coach now has his focus on the building blocks they want to put in place ahead of the Olympics and is banking on significant support.
A lack of funding is often a stumbling block in the sport so they are working on securing backing from various role-players to support their preparations.
“Our target is to play as many Tests as we can. We have international matches planned for Cape Town in January against France, the Netherlands and India.”
The Proteas will then attend the All-Africa Games in March and the Nations Cup in Poland in late-May.
“This will be complemented by a number of training camps and, finally, a selection camp in Europe just before the Games.”
Gie felt this was a golden opportunity to keep the sport on the international map.
“It means the world to us as a team to have achieved this qualification and to have the opportunity to represent our country on the world stage,” he said. “We have learnt to trust the process.”
The only thing that stands between the team and competing for honours at major events is support.
Full Stop Communications release for Madibaz Sport - the employers of SA Hockey Men's coach Cheslyn Gie.
World champions Germany aim to make mark in 2024 after EuroHockey blow
Germany coach André Henning captured during the England v Germany quarter-final PICS:: WorldSportPics/Frank Uijlenbroek
Germany men’s national coach André Henning talks about how the EuroHockey affected his team and what will happen in the coming months until Olympic qualification
Sangita Kumari, Salima Tete and Nikki Pradhan express gratitude to home fans for strong support in Jharkhand Women's Asian Champions Trophy Ranchi 2023
Indian Women’s Hockey Team claimed the Gold medal at Jharkhand Women's Asian Champions Trophy Ranchi 2023 
New Delhi: The Indian Women's Hockey Team on Sunday lifted the spirits of the jam-packed Ranchi crowd at the Marang Gomke Jaipal Singh Astro Turf Hockey Stadium after they defeated Japan 4-0 in the Final to claim the Gold medal in the Jharkhand Women's Asian Champions Trophy Ranchi 2023. With goals from Jharkhand's own Sangita Kumari (17'), Neha (46'), Lalremsiami (57') and Vandana Katariya (60'), India grabbed the prestigious title for the second time, with their previous title win coming in 2016.
Permutations aplenty in penultimate round of JDH Hockey One League
Three finals spots are up for grabs in both the women’s and men’s competitions heading into the second last round of the JDH Hockey One League 2023 Season.
Match Preview | Perth Thundersticks vs NSW Pride
With just two rounds to go until the 2023 JDH Hockey One Finals series, the Perth Thundersticks are looking build momentum in crucial matches against NSW Pride.
Team Selection: Big returns ahead of NSW Pride challenge
The Perth Thundersticks teams are locked and loaded for their JDH Hockey One round six double header against NSW Pride.
Kershaw loving time with Blaze
Having solidified themselves as a contender for the JDH Hockey One League 2023 title with back-to-back wins, the Brisbane Blaze take on fellow finals aspirant Canberra Chill in a genuine Friday night blockbuster.
Beltz brothers reunite for Tigers’ finals push
Household names in the Tasmanian hockey community, Josh and Hayden Beltz are set to reunite in the JDH Hockey One League for the first time this season for the Tigers’ crucial home clash against Adelaide Fire on Saturday night.
Irish EHL Men's and Women's Division 1 previews - November 11th
EYHL MEN’S DIVISION 1:
Kicking off the day at Rathdown is an exciting clash between Monkstown, currently holding the fifth spot, and the formidable Three Rock Rovers, who stand at third place. The action begins at 14:20.
NCAA Division 1 Championship results - 9 November
Bears Fall To RedHawks In NCAA Tournament
Miami (OH) Holds Cal Offense In Check
Sophomore Tina Jolly finished the day with three saves in the loss to the RedHawks.
EVANSTON, Ill. – For just the second time this season, Cal field hockey's potent offense was held scoreless as Miami (OH) defeated the Golden Bears 3-0 on Wednesday afternoon at Lakeview Field in the opening round of the NCAA Tournament.
FIH President Tayyab Ikram: “We have a lot to learn from our stakeholders!”
As he’s just completed his first year at the helm of hockey’s world governing body, Tayyab Ikram shares his thoughts about his first twelve months as FIH President and gives an update on the ongoing works and projects of FIH.