2024 Test Matches AUS v JPN v CHN (W)
Perth, Western Australia
All times GMT +8
20 Apr 2024 16:40 AUS v JPN 1 - 0
21 Apr 2024 16:40 AUS v CHN 2 - 2
23 Apr 2024 17:40 CHN v JPN 4 - 0
24 Apr 2024 17:40 AUS v CHN 2 - 3
27 Apr 2024 16:40 CHN v JPN
28 Apr 2024 16:40 AUS v JPN
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FIH gives ultimatum to PHF over parallel bodies
FIH has stated that the issue should be resolved by the end of this week
By Atique ur Rehman
Pakistan hockey team. - PHF
KARACHI: The International Hockey Federation (FIH) has written a letter to the Pakistan Hockey Federation (PHF) amid yet another wave of uncertainty in the country’s national sport.
Mashhood empowered to decide fate of breakaway PHF
By Abdul Mohi Shah
Chairman Prime Minister's Youth Programme Rana Mashood Ahmed Khan speaks at an event. — Facebook/Rana Mashhood Ahmad Khan/File
ISLAMABAD: Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif, who is also patron-in-chief of the Pakistan Hockey Federation (PHF), has empowered Advisor on Youth Affairs Rana Mashhood to decide on the fate of breakaway federation in the best interest of the game considering the legal and constitutional position.
Olympic Games Paris 2024: How the teams qualified
With the countdown to the Olympic Games Paris 2024 hitting double digits, the excitement continues to rise in the global hockey community. With all 12 men’s and women’s teams now qualified and placed into their respective pools, we are taking a look at how they secured their spot in the Olympics.
Career Reflections: Oliver Scholfield Retires from Canadian Men’s National Team
Scholfield’s career characterized by resilience & dedication to improvement
Oliver Scholfield identifies 2018 as the pivotal turning point in his career. Prior to this, he had experienced the ebb and flow of being on the fringes of the national team roster, his potential yet to be realized. From his early days playing for the 2013 national junior team, Scholfield remained dedicated, training and competing fiercely. When he finally made the jump, he never looked back.
Greta Hayes LGBTQ+ Role Model of the Year as Hockey Sweeps up at Pride in Sport Awards
Hockey has been recognised in a significant manner at the annual Pride in Sport Awards in Melbourne overnight, leading all sports with nine awards, celebrating the hockey community’s commitment to working in the LGBTQ+ inclusion space.
Follow your Olympic Stars: An FIH Instagram takeover series
The International Hockey Federation, FIH, is delighted to unveil a new Instagram takeover series: “Follow your Olympic Stars”, poised to elevate the thrill of hockey fandom to new heights.
'Learning experience to train alongside senior players,' says Indian Women's Hockey Team defender Ropni Kumari
Ropni was recently named among the 33-member National Women's Team Core group that is training at the SAI Centre in Bengaluru
New Delhi: Ropni Kumari, Indian Women’s Hockey Team defender, looked back on the previous year and explained how consistent opportunities to play with the Indian Junior Women's Hockey Team have contributed to her development. The 19-year-old was part of the team that claimed the Gold medal at the Women's Junior Asia Cup 2023 and also travelled with the team to Dusseldorf, Germany for the 2023 4 Nations Junior Women's Invitational Tournament. Ropni was also a key player for the side at the 2023 FIH Junior World Cup in Santiago, Chile and played in all six games.
Alster and Mannheim lead way into German playoffs
Der Club an der Alster and Mannheimer HC topped their respective pools in the German women’s Bundesliga to set themselves up as the teams to beat as their season enters the playoff phase.
KHU mulls new league format for upcoming season
By Agnes Makhandia
Kenya Hockey Union (KHU) has proposed to the respective clubs that compete in the various tiers (Premier, Super and National) to have the new season played in a single leg format due to time constraints.
2024 Test Matches AUS v JPN v CHN (W)
Perth, Western Australia
All times GMT +8
20 Apr 2024 16:40 AUS v JPN 1 - 0
21 Apr 2024 16:40 AUS v CHN 2 - 2
23 Apr 2024 17:40 CHN v JPN 4 - 0
24 Apr 2024 17:40 AUS v CHN
27 Apr 2024 16:40 CHN v JPN
28 Apr 2024 16:40 AUS v JPN
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Gniezno: A Historic Host for the FIH Hockey Men’s Nations Cup
As the bustling city of Gniezno eagerly prepares to host the second edition of the FIH Hockey Men’s Nations Cup, to be played from 31 May to 9 June 2024, it shines a spotlight on its rich history, vibrant culture, and deep-rooted love for the sport of hockey.
PHA: Pakistan will compete in Sultan Azlan Shah Cup despite turmoil in their federation
PETALING JAYA: Perak Hockey Association (PHA) president Datuk Saiyuti Samat is confident Pakistan will compete in the Sultan Azlan Shah Cup as promised despite facing internal conflict in their parent body.
Shahrul has future in his hands as Speedy Tigers’ youngest keeper
By K.M. BOOPATHY
PETALING JAYA: The inclusion of Che Shahrul Azmi Che Saupi in the Speedy Tigers squad is in line with grooming a younger custodian for future international competitions, according to goalkeeper coach S. Kumar.
Here is an important update on Pakistan hockey
Tariq Bugti was nominated by the prime minister as the PHF president
Tariq Bugti. - PHF
ISLAMABAD: The Pakistan Hockey Federation (PHF) President Tariq Masoori Bugti is likely to meet the prime minister to brief him about the breakaway federation that is bringing bad name to the sport in the country.
Indian men’s hockey team needs to improve on its defensive structure, says Rupinderpal Singh
Rupinderpal Singh and Adrian D’Souza believe that the recent drubbing at the hands of the Australian men’s team in the Test series was not a true projection of how the Indian team can perform at the Paris Olympics.
K. Keerthivasan
Adrian D’Souza(left) & Rupinderpal Singh have over 300 International caps between them. | Photo Credit: K. Keerthivasan
With a combined total of over 300 International caps between them, former India hockey players, defender and drag-flick specialist Rupinderpal Singh and goalkeeper Adrian D’Souza are a wealth of knowledge and experience and a huge source of inspiration for any upcoming player.
‘I had confidence in my abilities,’ says Marina Lalramnghaki on making it to the Indian Women’s Hockey Team core group
Marina credits her inspiration to Lalremsiami and idolises Sushila Chanu
New Delhi: Marina Lalramnghaki, the young and energetic midfielder from Mizoram, recently made it to the 33-member Indian Women’s Hockey Team core group, which is currently undergoing training at the Sports Authority of India (SAI) in Bengaluru. Her selection came after thorough evaluations of a 60-member assessment squad during intense trials conducted on 6th and 7th April 2024. Her outstanding display of skill and unwavering determination stood out prominently, securing her position among the nation’s top hockey players.
'Grateful to Hockey India for starting goalkeeping and drag-flicking program at grassroots level,' says former Indian defender Jaspreet Kaur
The former Indian defender is a part of the program targeted at nurturing young drag-flickers and goalkeepers across India
New Delhi Former India Women's Hockey Team player Jaspreet Kaur was part of the group of former drag-flickers who underwent intensive training under the tutelage of High-Performance Director Herman Kruis at SAI Bengaluru, earlier this month. The training session was a part of Hockey India’s novel initiative aimed at standardizing coaching methodologies across the nation and nurturing the next generation of hockey talent.
Mark Pearn leaves Surbiton men’s coaching role
Surbiton coach Mark Pearn pictured in Cranleigh PIC: The Hockey Paper
Mark Pearn has ended his eight-year tenure as Surbiton Hockey Club men’s coach, praised by the club for “shaping the future of some of the country’s finest young players” as well as top-tier trophy success.
Irish semi-final line-up confirmed for next weekend
The Irish playoff stage is set with Banbridge and Loreto both looking to retain their national titles next week and make a return to the Euro Hockey League for the 2024/25 season.
Great Entertainment at U16 National Cup Finals
Glasgow National Hockey Centre was the place to be for youth hockey on Sunday 21 April. The ten matches at the U16 National Club Cup Finals included three penalty shoot-outs and saw three teams crowned champions.
12th Hong Kong Men's Quadrangular Hockey Tournament
Hong Kong (HKG)
All times GMT +8
8 Mar 2024 13:00 THA v MAC (One Pool) 4 - 0
8 Mar 2024 17:30 TPE v HKG (One Pool) 1 - 1
9 Mar 2024 11:30 THA v TPE (One Pool) 3 - 2
9 Mar 2024 18:15 MAC v HKG (One Pool) 0 - 6
10 Mar 2024 12:15 TPE v MAC (One Pool) 11 - 0
10 Mar 2024 16:45 HKG v THA (One Pool)
Pool Standings
7th Women’s Hockey Invitational Tournament
8 Mar 2024 15:15 SGP v TPE (One Pool) 1 - 0
8 Mar 2024 19:45 HKG v INA (One Pool) 7 - 0
9 Mar 2024 13:45 TPE v INA (One Pool) 1 - 0
9 Mar 2024 16:00 HKG v SGP (One Pool) 2 - 0
10 Mar 2024 10:00 INA v SGP (One Pool) 2 - 0
10 Mar 2024 14:30 TPE v HKG (One Pool)
Pool Standings
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Celebrating women leading the way forward in hockey
On the field and off the field. As players, coaches, umpires and administrators. On this International Women’s Day 2024, a year where the International Hockey Federation (FIH) celebrates its centennial, we focus on eight women who have been leading the way over the past few decades, and creating a blueprint for success that will benefit the generations to come, as they look to these role models and follow in their footsteps.
Savita’s message on International Women’s Day: Believe in yourself and you can achieve beyond limits
The Indian Women’s Captain says that steps have been taken to enhance gender equality in sports
New Delhi: On the occasion of International Women’s Day 2024, Indian Women’s Team Captain, Savita Punia delivered a strong message and said that the key to achievement lies in believing in yourself. She said, “When I started playing, I was lucky that I got full support from my family despite the challenges. That was a massive confidence booster for me. However, that was not the case for everyone. But with time, situation has changed for the good. So, always believe in yourself and don’t think that you are any less than anyone. Set your goals, and put all your hard-work with determination and motivation. It may take a bit of time to achieve your goals, but in the end, you will always get there.”
Hockey Ireland launches ‘See Us, Be Us, Back Us’ campaign
Today Hockey Ireland celebrated International Women’s Day with the launch of its latest campaign in support of the women’s game.
Hoci Cymru Young Ambassador Lily Morgan continues to make strides in her mission
Last year, we told the story of Hoci Cymru Young Ambassador Lily Morgan, who spoke in front of the EuroHockey General Assembly in Monchengladbach, Germany in August.
England Hockey League 2023/24 Premier Division Weekend 15 Preview
Teams continue on week 15 of the Women's and Men's England Hockey Premier Division with everything still left to play for and Rod Gilmour from The Hockey Paper has previewed all the anticipated action.
By Jugjet Singh
Malaysia (in blue) in action against Canada in the Olympic Qualifier in Valencia on Sunday.
KUALA LUMPUR: The Malaysian Hockey Confederation (MHC) sent a young women's team to the Olympic Qualifier in Valencia with minimal expectations.
Ranchi, Jharkhand (IND)
All times GMT +5:30
27 Oct 2023 16:00 JPN v MAS (One Pool) 3 - 0
27 Oct 2023 18:15 CHN v KOR (One Pool) 0 - 1
27 Oct 2023 20:30 IND v THA (One Pool) 7 - 1
28 Oct 2023 16:00 JPN v KOR (One Pool) 4 - 0
28 Oct 2023 18:15 THA v CHN (One Pool) 0 - 6
28 Oct 2023 20:30 IND v MAS (One Pool) 5 - 0
Pool standings
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Manuja Veerappa
Dilip Tirkey. (Odisha Sports Photo)
BENGALURU: Foreign coaches have been Indian hockey’s go-to professionals ever since Germany’s Gerhard Rach took over the team bound for the Athens Olympics in 2004. For nearly two decades now, the men’s team has seen as many as 10 foreign coaches. A change, perhaps, would be welcome if Dilip Tirkey’s views are anything to go by.