Friday 20 march 2026

Kookaburras Learn World Cup Pool as Preparation Intensifies for Global Showpiece



The Kookaburras have discovered their opponents for the FIH Hockey Men’s World Cup in August, with Australia drawn in Pool C alongside Spain, Ireland and South Africa for the tournament in Belgium and the Netherlands later this year.

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Hockeyroos Learn World Cup Pool Competition Following Qualification in Chile



The Hockeyroos have officially learned their opponents for the 2026 FIH Hockey Women’s World Cup following the release of the tournament pools, with Australia drawn into Pool A alongside world number one Netherlands, Chile, and Japan.

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Field Hockey Canada staff departure: Patrick Tshutshani

Field Hockey Canada celebrates the contributions of Patrick Tshutshani as he moves on from role



It is with mixed emotions that we announce the staff departure of Patrick Tshutshani as Head Coach of the Men’s National Team. During Patrick’s tenure with Field Hockey Canada, he embedded himself in the hockey community across Canada, working across junior and senior programs and impacting at all levels.

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Changing national coaches all the time won't help Malaysian hockey

By K. Rajan

KUALA LUMPUR: Former international Maninderjit Singh has warned that the decision to part ways with national men's team head coach Sarjit Singh is just papering over the cracks while Malaysia's hockey problems run far deeper.

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Hockey India Strengthens Global Hockey Ties, Hosts Kazakhstan for Crucial Asian Games Qualifiers 2026 Preparations in Haryana

Kazakhstan train in Sports Authority of India Northern Regional Centre, Sonipat from March 10–21, aiming for Asian Games qualification 



New Delhi: Hockey India extended a warm welcome to the Kazakhstan Senior Men’s Hockey Team, currently in India for a high-performance training camp in Sports Authority of India Northern Regional Centre, Sonipat, Haryana, from March 10 to 21, 2026, as part of their preparations for the upcoming Asian Games Qualifiers 2026.

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Top match in Den Bosch: will Jansen strike again at the Oosterplas?

Ramon Min


Yibbi Jansen

When SCHC visit Den Bosch on Sunday, there is one name that will immediately put the home team on edge: Yibbi Jansen. The penalty corner specialist has emerged as a real tease for the Bosch defence in recent years.

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Open/Men's EHL Premier Division Preview | Week Thirteen



It’s a double header weekend for teams in the Open/Mens Premier Division with one game in the Top 6, Wimbledon v Oxted brought forward to this evening (Thursday 19th March). Oxted have only one win in eight going into the game whilst Wimbledon lost 5-0 at Surbiton in Sunday’s league restart.

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Mazarelo keen to show more evidence of Old Georgians quality



When Old Georgians defeated Bloemendaal last October to reach the ABN AMRO EHL FINALS, it was not just a landmark win but a validation of the quality in their ranks.

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England Hockey leagues: Teddington women on cusp of history

Will it be a weekend to remember? In Division One South, Teddington need a point to make history and rubberstamp promotion to the Women’s Premier Division.

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Top rung of Scottish women's Premiership now underway

This weekend sees the restart of the upper pool in the women`s Premiership for most of the teams. So perhaps best to consider where we left off in November and any progress since then.

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Handura building a new legacy at Ella du Plessis 

By Helge Schutz


Ella du Plessis’ u15 boys team that won the u15 third division. Photo: Contributed

Experienced hockey coach Erwin Handura is building a new legacy at Ella du Plessis High School, which is already starting to bear fruit.

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Harley-Davidson prize adds thrill as Bholath Hockey Cup kicks off at Surjit Hockey Stadium

Top teams vie for cash awards and the coveted motorcycle in men’s and women’s competitions

Aakanksha N Bhardwaj


Image credit: Tribune file photo

The Bholath Hockey Cup began today at the iconic Surjit Hockey Stadium, promising an exciting showcase of top-tier hockey talent. Four matches are scheduled on the opening day, drawing strong participation and enthusiasm from players and spectators alike.

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Tauqeer Dar: Most Suitable Person for Pakistan Hockey`s Revival

Pakistan has the potential to excel in every field.

By Ijaz Chaudhry

The prime requirement is Right Person for the Right Job

Pakistan's national game is Hockey. Also, the sport which has given us three golds and three silvers at the Olympics. Unfortunately, Pakistan hockey has hit rock bottom. Pakistan has failed to qualify for the last three Olympics.

There is one person who can reinvigorate Pakistan hockey and bring back the past glories.

What are the Foremost Requirements?
-Revitalising hockey at the Grassroots
-Getting  Sponsorship
-Arranging Foreign Tours  
-Bringing Foreign Teams

Tauqeer Dar (Olympic gold medallist 1984) has the Proven Credentials - Ticks all the Boxes

-He is running the Best Academy in Pakistan, Dar Hockey Academy which is a conveyer belt of talent; providing players to the national teams. Dar Academy boys have been regularly featuring in Pakistan's national and age group teams for the last 10 years
-Arranging Foreign Tours for his academy to top hockey nations: Six tours of Europe in the last 12 years: Holland, Belgium and Germany. Also tours to India & Malaysia.
-All through Sponsorship arranged by his own efforts; not a single penny from the government or federation
-In 2012, when terrorism was at its peak, he arranged a tour of Flying Dutch Veterans to Pakistan. The Dutch team was studded with Olympic & World Cup medallists.  The team played three matches in Lahore including two matches at the Johar Town stadium watched by thousands of spectators.

Easily the most suitable person to turn Pakistan hockey’s fortunes around.

If Tauqeer is appointed the Secretary General of the Pakistan Hockey Federation, he can bring  big business tycoons to sponsor hockey in the country. He can turn the PHF into a corporate body. Pakistan hockey will not be dependent on the government for any financial assistance and will also again see the international achievements of the past.

The following two videos give a good insight into the work & achievements of the Hockey Academy:

Dar Hockey Academy - A Great Success Story
Link:https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=AjAcFKWjRI0&t=331s

Dar Hockey Academy (Pakistan) Tour of Europe 2019
Link: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=2TDyMDqK0Gk&t=32s

Ijaz...Ijaz Chaudhry writes on hockey & other sports. For more about him & his work, visit http://www.sportscorrespondent.info