FIH Hockey World Cup Belgium & Netherlands 2026
Wagener Hockey Stadium (NED) - Belfius Hockey Arena (BEL)
All times GMT +2
Men
25, 26 & 27 Aug 2026 are rest days
Final Pool standings
Women
25 & 26 Aug 2026 are rest days
27 Aug 2026 09:30 RSA v IRL (13/14) Wagener Hockey Stadium
27 Aug 2026 11:00 CHI v NZL (15/16) Belfius Hockey Arena
27 Aug 2026 12:30 JPN v SCO (11/12) Wagener Hockey Stadium
27 Aug 2026 14:00 ENG v USA (9/10) Belfius Hockey Arena
27 Aug 2026 15:00 IND v GER (5/6) Wagener Hockey Stadium
27 Aug 2026 17:00 CHN v ESP (7/8) Belfius Hockey Arena
27 Aug 2026 18:00 NED v BEL (SF) Wagener Hockey Stadium
27 Aug 2026 20:30 ARG v AUS (SF) Belfius Hockey Arena
Pool standings
FIH Match Centre
Semis line-up finalised in Hockey World Cup
ISLAMABAD: Argentina and the Netherlands secured the final two semi-final berths at the FIH Hockey World Cup after a dramatic day of action, while Germany also ended Spain’s hopes in the women’s event.
Argentina reaches field hockey World Cup semis with both men’s and women’s teams
The Leonas and Leones are one of just two nations with both teams in the semifinals of the simultaneous tournaments
Fernando Romero Nuñez
The Argentine men’s and women’s national field hockey teams secured spots in the 2026 World Cup semifinals on Monday.
Tayyab Ikram: "Hockey is winning"
FIH/WorldSportPics
FIH President Tayyab Ikram spoke one-to-one with Inside The Games in Louvain-la-Neuve during the World Cup, discussing athletes, audiences, global growth, Los Angeles 2028, Brisbane 2032 and international hockey's future direction.
Inside the Hockey World Cup: Rain, broken gear and menacing shoelaces
A reporter’s diary from the Hockey World Cup in Amstelveen, from Dutch hockey’s dominance and unpredictable weather to menacing shoelaces and broken gear.
Aashin Prasad
Glory galore: Amsterdam AH&BC is mainland Europe’s oldest hockey club, with a 125-year history. It has enjoyed such success that its honours cannot fit in the clubhouse trophy case, with several trophies waiting their turn to go on display. | Photo Credit: Aashin Prasad
Amstelveen has so far matched expectations: tidy and efficient, much like the Dutch hockey teams at this World Cup. Covering the Indian teams’ (mis)fortunes at the event meant setting up camp in this quaint Amsterdam suburb for the first 10 days, putting a visit to the other co-host, Wavre in Belgium, on hold.
What went wrong for India?
India's title hopes at the 2026 FIH Men's World Cup came to a halt after loss to Argentina.
Indian men's hockey team at 2026 FIH World Cup (Photo credit: Hockey India) By The Bridge Desk Published: 25 Aug 2026 11:45 AM India's men's hockey team crashed out of contention from the 2026 FIH Hockey World Cup 2026 without a single point from Phase 2. A 1-3 defeat to co-hosts Netherlands followed by a 3-5 loss to Argentina saw their campaign unravel within the span of four days.
Wilting Under Pressure Of Expectations, Nervy India Squander It All
Finishing at the bottom of the group, India will play Belgium, the 2018 World champions and 2021 Olympic gold medallists, in the play-off for the seventh position.
By Sandeep Nakai
India suffer 3-5 defeat against Argentina in men's hockey World Cup 2026 Pool E match on Monday. (Picture Credit: X/@TheHockeyIndia)
The best of teams crumble under pressure. The pressure from expectations can leave the finest athletes fumbling and uncertain. Expectations beyond the ability of the Indian men’s hockey team were being built for two days by mathematical calculations looking at the way skipper Harmanpreet Singh’s squad could sneak into the semi-finals of the hockey World Cup.
India’s listless Hockey World Cup show sparks alarm
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India's Dilpreet Singh in action during the World Cup Field Hockey pool D match between India and Pakistan in Amstelveen, Netherlands.
BENGALURU: If the eighth place in the FIH Pro League sounded the warning bells, the Indian men’s hockey team has done little to show they heard it.
Embarrassing the country at the world stage is intolerable': Ashok Kumar
1975 Hockey World Cup-winning hero Ashok Kumar, son of the legendary Dhyan Chand, does a match-by-match analysis to explain Harmanpreet Singh & Co’s poor show at the ongoing quadrennial showpiece event; insists just five field goals in five matches is embarrassing
Ashwin Ferro
India skipper Harmanpreet Singh against Argentina on Monday. Pics/Hockey India
To say that Ashok Kumar is angry about the Indian men’s hockey team’s poor show at the World Cup in Belgium and Netherlands is an understatement. According to the son of hockey wizard Dhyan Chand and scorer of the title-winning goal in India’s only World Cup-winning performance 51 years ago, “It’s one thing to lose a match or two, but embarrassing the country at the world stage is intolerable.”
A letter, a few gifts and a final connection: Savita Punia and Bichu Devi’s emotional meeting with late coach Simon Zijp’s wife
A letter, chocolates and wooden shoes bring back memories for Savita Punia and Bichu Devi as they meet the wife of late coach Simon Zijp.
Aashin Prasad
Moving moment: Bichu Devi and Savita Punia appeared emotional as Caroline Busch, widow of late Dutch goalkeeping coach Simon Zijp, handed them a sealed letter. Zijp had trained the Indian goalkeepers since February last year and was due to return in November. | Photo Credit: Aashin Prasad
Savita Punia and Bichu Devi, India’s two goalkeepers, had put together a strong Hockey World Cup campaign. Ahead of their virtual knockout game against Australia, the pair, in full gear, was set to go through its drills to get the blood pumping.
National team must rebuild for Asian Games after World Cup struggle
By Aftar Singh
Malaysia line up for the national anthem prior to the match against South Africa at the FIH Hockey World Cup in Wavre, Belgium on Aug 23, 2026. -- PIC from Malaysian Hockey Confederation FB
KUALA LUMPUR: The national hockey players need to bounce back after their failure at the World Cup for the Aichi-Nagoya Asian Games from Sept 19 to Oct 4. 
"Everyone Wants To Play Cricket": Pakistan Hockey's Big Problem Decoded After Hockey World Cup Failure
Former Pakistan hockey players have lamented the team's dismal performance at the ongoing World Cup in the Netherlands and Belgium, calling for an injection of fresh blood to revive the country's once-glorious hockey tradition.
File image of Pakistan men's hockey team© X (Formerly Twitter)
Former Pakistan hockey players have lamented the team's dismal performance at the ongoing World Cup in the Netherlands and Belgium, calling for an injection of fresh blood to revive the country's once-glorious hockey tradition. 
Malaysia strike historic bronze at Para Hockey World Cup
Malaysia marked their World Cup debut by securing a historic bronze at the inaugural 2026 Para ID Hockey World Cup in Belgium and the Netherlands on Aug 25, 2026. -- PIC from Malaysia Para Hockey ID Team FB
IPOH: Malaysia's Para ID hockey team marked their World Cup debut in style, securing a historic bronze at the inaugural 2026 Para ID Hockey World Cup in Belgium and the Netherlands.
Beyond medals, India's para hockey players discover a world of confidence
Amstelveen, While India's hockey teams chased a World Cup medal, 10 youngsters from the country were discovering something equally valuable away from the spotlight of the Wagener Stadium the confidence to dream bigger.
Masters Hockey World Cup Over-60: Dr. Zafar Iqbal's dream of playing hockey for Pakistan comes true
By Afnan Malik
Dr. Zafar Iqbal, a resident of Traralgon on the outskirts of Melbourne, has recently returned after representing Pakistan at the Masters Hockey World Cup held in the Over-60 category. The tournament was played in Belgium and the Netherlands. What makes it special is that this Pakistani team took part in a Masters world event after a gap of nearly 20 years, and it included several senior international players, among them the well-known hockey player Shahbaz Senior.
According to Dr. Zafar Iqbal, this Masters World Cup comprised different age groups, ranging from players as young as 35 to as old as 75, and he himself was part of the Over-60 category team. He said that Pakistan's team received a formal invitation from the Netherlands, after which Shahbaz Senior formed the team, and he himself earned his place on the team by giving trials in Lahore.
HIL on shaky ground — Hockey India battles on several fronts to sustain league
It is learnt that more than one team in the Hockey India League are on the verge of exiting and there are question marks over the women’s competition as well.
Uthra Ganesan
Representative Image: The men’s Hockey India League is likely to see fewer teams down from the eight in the first two editions, and interest from foreign players have also been low for the upcoming season. | Photo Credit: R. Ragu
Even as the Indian hockey teams returned with disappointing performances from the ongoing FIH World Cup, the revived Hockey India League’s (HIL) third edition seems to be on shaky ground.
Save women’s Hockey India League, World Cup stars appeal
Players say the league has boosted confidence and broadened India’s talent pool as the team eyes its best World Cup finish since 1974.
SG Pipers, winner of the last edition of the Women’s Hockey India League, pose for pictures during the title celebrations at the Birsa Munda Hockey Stadium in Ranchi. | Photo Credit: R. V. MOORTHY
India’s hockey players have made an emotional appeal to save the Women’s Hockey India League, saying the tournament has played a crucial role in building the confidence of a young team that is on the verge of its best-ever World Cup finish since 1974.
FIH Athletes Forum puts athletes’ voice, wellbeing and future at the heart of hockey
The voice, wellbeing and future of athletes took centre stage as the International Hockey Federation (FIH) organised its first-ever FIH Athletes Forum on the sidelines of the FIH Hockey World Cup 2026.
Parktown hockey players enjoy national team experience
For Parktown Boys’ High learners Hoosen Jabbar and Ndyebo Pongwana, representing South Africa in Hockey5s was a chance to test themselves at international level, make memories in Kenya and help the country qualify for the World Cup.
Thato Modopi
Hoosen Jabbar and Head boy Ndyebo Pongwana at the World Cup Qualifier 5s Tournament in Kenya with their teammates to represent South Africa. Photo: Supplied
Parktown Boys’ High School learners Hoosen Jabbar (17) and Ndyebo Pongwana (18) returned from Kenya with more than an international sporting achievement.
2026 NCAA Field Hockey Season Preview: Division I
by Allison Keefe
We've been patiently waiting—278 days to be exact—since Northwestern hoisted the trophy high in Durham, N.C. But the wait is finally over, because this Friday, Division I college field hockey is back. Here are some of the teams to watch as we preview the season.
Field Hockey Picked First in Ivy League Preseason Poll
PRINCETON, N.J. – With the start of the 2026 season just 11 days away, Harvard field hockey earned the top spot in the Ivy League's preseason poll, edging out Princeton for the top spot with 10 first place votes and 121 points overall.
Field Hockey Opens 2026 Season at No. 4 in Penn Monto/NFHCA National Preseason Coaches Poll
COLORADO SPRINGS, Colo. – Harvard field hockey, the defending Ivy League regular season champion, will open the 2026 season at No. 4 in the Penn Monto/National Field Hockey Coaches Association National Preseason Coaches Poll. The No. 4 ranking represents Harvard's highest ever ranking in the preseason portion of the Penn Monto/NFHCA National Coaches Poll.
Field Hockey Selected Fifth in Ivy League Preseason Poll
PRINCETON, N.J. - The Brown field hockey team was selected fifth in the 2026 Ivy League preseason poll, the Ivy League announced on Tuesday.
Penn State field hockey forward and midfield position preview
Owen Lomotan
Forward Emmy Mcculley (22) handles the ball during the Penn State field hockey game against Bucknell at the Multi Sport Facility on Tuesday, Mar. 3, 2026 in University Park, Pa. Brayden Burns
Penn State had its ups and downs in 2025, but nevertheless showcased what it’s capable of this year. The Nittany Lions finished last fall 7-10 overall and eighth in the conference, with a 2-6 record in Big Ten play.
Chhattisgarh to host India’s first state league
Indian hockey stalwarts and Olympic medallists, Gurjant Singh, Shamsher Singh and Surender Kumar along with other prominent Indian team features Jaskaran Singh and Devindar Walmiki named marquee players.
L-R Yashwant Kumar, Secretary DSYW, Arun Sao, Deputy Chief Minister, Chhattisgarh and Firoz Ansari, President, Hockey Chhattisgarh ( Photo Credit : Hockey Chhattisgarh)
In a landmark announcement today, the Sports and Youth Welfare Department of Chhattisgarh announced the inaugural season of the Chhattisgarh Hockey League in an event held today.The franchise-based league will kick off on the proposed dates 21st of October till the 1st of November 2026 at the Sardar Vallabhbhai Patel International Hockey Stadium, Raipur.

FIH Hockey World Cup Belgium & Netherlands 2026
Wagener Hockey Stadium (NED) - Belfius Hockey Arena (BEL)
All times GMT +2
Men
24 Aug 2026 09:30 JPN v WAL (G) 3 - 2 Wagener Hockey Stadium
24 Aug 2026 12:30 NZL v PAK (G) 4 - 2 Wagener Hockey Stadium
24 Aug 2026 14:45 ARG v IND (E) 5 - 3 Wagener Hockey Stadium
24 Aug 2026 18:00 NED v ENG (E) 2 - 2 Wagener Hockey Stadium
25 & 26 Aug 2026 are rest days
Final Pool standings
Women
24 Aug 2026 11:00 NZL v SCO (H) 1 - 2 Belfius Hockey Arena
24 Aug 2026 14:00 IRL v USA (H) 1 - 3 Belfius Hockey Arena
24 Aug 2026 17:00 ESP v GER (F) 1 - 4 Belfius Hockey Arena
24 Aug 2026 20:30 BEL v ARG (F) 0 - 0 Belfius Hockey Arena
25 & 26 Aug 2026 are rest days
Pool standings
FIH Match Centre
Semi-final picture complete as last three spots are filled
Argentina’s and the Netherlands’ men and Belgium’s women were the final teams to secure their semi-final spots at the FIH Hockey World Cup after another day of high-stakes action.
Back-to-back victories for Scotland Women at the FIH World Cup
The sun was beating down on the Belfius Hockey Arena as Scotland and New Zealand lined up for their penultimate game of the 2026 World Cup.
Scotland’s Hockey World Cup win achieves 28-year first as Heather McEwan has final say
Scotland have won back-to-back games at the World Cup for the first time since 1998
By Graham Bean
Scotland followed up their 2-1 win over Ireland by beating New Zealand by the same scoreline at the Hockey World Cup in Belgium.
USWNT Rallies Past Ireland to Finish Top of Second Phase FIH Hockey World Cup Pool
WAVRE, Belgium – The No. 10 U.S. Women’s National Team rallied from an early deficit to defeat No. 11 Ireland, 3-1, in the second phase of pool play at the 2026 FIH Hockey World Cup. The win puts USA at the top of Pool H where they will play in the 9th-10th place game.
USA comeback undoes Ireland in penultimate FIH Hockey World Cup outing
IRELAND 1 – 3 USA
Wavre, Belgium: The Ireland Women’s Hockey Team suffered a 3-1 defeat to the USA in their penultimate match of the 2026 FIH Hockey World Cup. Ireland led in quarter 1 thanks to a Niamh Carey deflection, but three unanswered goals in quarter 2, 3, & 4 for the USA saw them secure the win. The result means Ireland have come third in Pool H and will move to Amstelveen, The Netherlands, where they will take on South Africa in the 13th/14th Place Ranking match.
Ireland disappoint again in World Cup defeat by USA
By Nigel Ringland
Ireland’s Katie Mullan disappointed at the end of the game. Image source, World Sport Pics
What a difference four days have made for Ireland.
Belgian women and Dutch men join World Cup semi-final party
Belgium’s women and the Dutch men will enjoy home comforts for the semi-finals of their FIH World Cup campaigns as they confirmed their place in the next phase of the competition.
Men secure 9th playoff while Women move into final match against Chile
The Vantage Black Sticks Men secured top spot in their classification pool and a place in the ninth-place playoff at the 2026 FIH Hockey World Cup, while the Vantage Black Sticks Women will now turn their attention to finishing their campaign strongly in their final match against Chile.
New Zealand crush Pakistan in Hockey World Cup classification match
Pakistan next face South Africa in 11th/12th position match at Wagener Stadium on Friday
Pakistan players sing the national anthem ahead of their FIH Hockey World Cup 2026 match against Wales at the Wagener Hockey Stadium in the Netherlands on August 17, 2026. — FIH
AMSTELVEEN: Rampant New Zealand inflicted a crushing 4-2 defeat on Pakistan in the 9th to 16th place classification match of the FIH Men's Hockey World Cup 2026 here at the Wagener Stadium on Monday.
New Zealand beat Pakistan 4-2 in FIH World Cup classification match
Pakistan celebrate a goal during their 4-3 loss to India in an FIH Hockey Pro League match at the Lee Valley Hockey and Tennis Centre in London on June 23, 2026. @pakhockeyteam/Instagram
AMSTELVEEN:Pakistan’s hopes of finishing ninth at the FIH Men’s Hockey World Cup ended on Monday after New Zealand defeated them 4-2 in the 9th-16th place classification match at Wagener Stadium.
New Zealand beat Pakistan 4-2 to set up ninth-place play-off
AMSTELVEEN - Pakistan’s hopes of securing a ninth-place finish at the FIH Men’s Hockey World Cup 2026 suffered a setback on Monday as New Zealand defeated the Green Shirts 4-2 in their classification match at Wagener Stadium.
Pakistan slump to 11th-position playoff
Abdul Mohi Shah
ISLAMABAD: Pakistan were relegated to the 11th-12th position playoff at the ongoing Hockey World Cup after suffering a 4-2 defeat against New Zealand, while co-hosts and hockey powerhouse Belgium were also eliminated from semi-final contention after being held to a 1-1 draw by Spain.
Indian men’s team’s semi-final hopes end in 3-5 defeat against Argentina in FIH Hockey World Cup 2026
India had a slim chance of staying in contention for the semis had they beaten Argentina by a big margin, but will now play for the 7th-8th position
Amstelveen: India’s hopes of reaching the semi-finals of the FIH Hockey World Cup 2026 ended with a 3-5 defeat against Argentina in their concluding Pool E match at the Wagener Stadium in Amstelveen on Monday.
India out of Men’s Hockey World Cup 2026 after Argentina loss, extends 51-year wait for podium finish
A sloppy display from Craig Fulton’s men, keeping with this team’s run so far in 2026, was picked apart by a ruthless Argentina.
Aashin Prasad
The defeat was India’s third in five games in this World Cup, letting in 16 goals — the most it’s conceded since the 2010 edition, with one game to go. | Photo Credit: Hockey India
Sukhjeet Singh put his arms aloft in celebration after scoring a goal in the 57th minute. But it was his side’s second to Argentina’s five as its FIH Men’s Hockey World Cup 2026 run was approaching a car crash end, which summed up India’s day.
How uninspired India crashed out of the Hockey World Cup without a fight
Harmanpreet-led side’s semifinal hopes end after losing 5-3 to Argentina in a do-or-die match; will now play seventh-place playoff
by Mihir Vasavda
India vs Argentina Hockey World CupIndia are out of the Hockey World Cup, and the manner of their elimination – following a 5-3 hammering to Argentina – was as damning as the result. (Credit: Hockey India)
India are out of the Hockey World Cup, and the manner of their elimination – following a 5-3 hammering to Argentina – was as damning as the result.
India’s 51-year wait for FIH Men’s Hockey World Cup semi-final continues
India lost 3-5 to Argentina in Amstelveen, ending their hopes of reaching the World Cup semi-finals for the first time since 1975. 
Indian hockey team skipper Harmanpreet (Photo credit: Hockey India)
India's wait for a place in the FIH Men's Hockey World Cup semi-finals will extend to 51 years after they suffered a 3-5 defeat against Argentina in their crucial second-round match in Amstelveen on Monday.
Not how we wanted to start: India coach Fulton takes responsibility for Argentina loss
In the 21 games this year, India has lost 10, while conceding 45 goals. When asked if he was confident of turning things around, Craig Fulton remained optimistic.
Aashin Prasad
The South African felt it was an off day for the whole team. | Photo Credit: Hockey India
India men’s head coach Craig Fulton blamed his side’s poor start in the 5-3 loss to Argentina, ending its World Cup run in Amstelveen on Monday.
India men’s hockey coach criticises team after 3-5 World Cup loss
ANI Photo | India men’s hockey coach criticises team after 3-5 World Cup loss
India’s hopes of reaching the semi-finals of the FIH Men’s Hockey World Cup 2026 ended after a 3-5 defeat by Argentina in their final Pool E match at Wagener Stadium, Amstelveen, on August 24. This result extends India’s wait for a World Cup title beyond 51 years, having last won the tournament in 1975.
"Third quarter was little hard to manage": Indian men's hockey coach after loss to Argentina in must-win World Cup match
Amstelveen [Netherlands]: Following his side's loss to Argentina in a must-win FIH Men's Hockey World Cup match, Team India head coach Craig Fulton expressed disappointment with the team's performance, saying they failed to play their fast-paced, attacking brand of hockey.
India’s hockey World Cup was a warning for the men and hope for the women
India’s World Cup campaign exposed deep flaws in the men’s team, while the women showed encouraging progress under Sjoerd Marijne ahead of the Asian Games.
Aashin Prasad
The Hockey World Cup exposed the gaps India’s men must bridge, while the women showed how quickly a team can find belief and progress.
Even though the World Cup is among the pinnacles of the sport, it is safe to say the timing of this edition was one of major inconvenience for the Indian men’s team. After the year it had endured, in which it was well short of matching up against top contenders, the World Cup only served to magnify the flaws already present in the set-up.
'Where is the accountability?': PR Sreejesh, Viren Rasquinha raise question after India's World Cup exit
New Delhi [India]: Former India men's hockey captain and Olympic medallist PR Sreejesh questioned the lack of accountability in Indian hockey after both the men's and women's teams failed to reach the semifinals of the FIH Hockey World Cup 2026.
England World Cup hopes end after Netherlands draw
By Josh Lobley
The Netherlands' Floris Middendorp and England's Nick Park fight for the ball. Image source, Getty Images
England's World Cup hopes are over after they drew 2-2 with the Netherlands in their final Pool E game.
FIH Hockey World Cup 2026 breaks new ground with record audiences
More than 106 million views. Millions of new fans reached. Record engagement. And the biggest moments are yet to come.
FIH Para Hockey World Cup Belgium & Netherlands 2026
Amstelveen (NED)
Senior Coed ParaHockey
All times GMT +2
24 Aug 2026 11:25 ARG v CHI (13/16) 1 - 1
24 Aug 2026 11:25 ENG v IND (9/12) 2 - 2
24 Aug 2026 12:55 USA v ZAM (13/16) 5 - 0 Forfeit
24 Aug 2026 12:55 PAK v IRL (9/12) 8 - 1
24 Aug 2026 16:40 BUL v NED (5/8) 5 - 2
24 Aug 2026 16:40 MAS v BEL (3/4) 3 - 1
24 Aug 2026 19:05 GER v FRA (5/8) 5 - 2
24 Aug 2026 19:05 ITA v ESP (Final) 5 - 4
Final Pool standings
FIH Match Centre
Italy wins first-ever FIH Para Hockey World Cup!
History was made in Belgium and the Netherlands as the inaugural FIH Para Hockey World Cup came to a close today, marking a landmark moment for hockey and for the athletes who competed for the very first Para Hockey World Cup title, which was eventually won by Italy, beating Spain in the final (5-4). England and Pakistan won the Challenger Trophies, finishing both in 9th place.
USA Finish 13th at Inaugural 2026 FIH Para Hockey World Cup
Wavre, BELGIUM – In front of a crowd at Wagener Stadium in Wavre, Belgium, USA's Hockey ii (intellectual impairment) team played their final match of the inaugural FIH Para Hockey World Cup.
How World Masters Hockey World Cup has grown to record scale
By Adrian Stephenson
The masters hockey is growing rapidly ALL PICS: Frank Reelick
Masters hockey has come a long way since WGMA became the first organisation recognised by FIH as the governing body for Grand Masters (Over 60) hockey in 2006.
Tayyab Ikram backs Pakistan Hockey League to revive national game
LAHORE - International Hockey Federation (FIH) President Tayyab Ikram has backed plans for the Pakistan Hockey League (PHL), saying the proposed competition could play a vital role in reviving the sport in Pakistan and provide local players with a professional platform to showcase their talent. 
FIH chief Tayyab praises Pakistan Hockey League plans
Asher Butt
LAHORE: International Hockey Federation (FIH) President Tayyab Ikram has praised the ongoing FIH Men’s Hockey World Cup 2026 in Belgium and the Netherlands as a landmark success, while also stressing the importance of the upcoming Pakistan Hockey League (PHL) in reviving the sport domestically.
Liberty field hockey is Big East’s preseason favorite, with top defensive honors, too
Liberty field hockey unanimous Big East preseason pick; Semmartin, Saint Martin honored
by Arielle Schafer
LYNCHBURG, Va. (WSET) — Liberty’s field hockey team is heading into the 2026 season with a big target on its back — and it’s one the Lady Flames seem perfectly happy to wear.
New ‘School Drive’ pitch marks major step forward for hockey in Ukraine
EuroHockey President Marcos Hofmann attended the opening of the state-of-the-art new pitch in Perechyn, Ukraine, combining the visit with meetings with representatives of Ukraine’s sports and hockey authorities.
Mourners raise hockey sticks in final salute to legendary captain Sarjit
By K. Rajan
KUALA LUMPUR: Malaysia bade a sad farewell to hockey icon Sarjit Singh on Tuesday as many turned up for his funeral.
Family, friends, bid farewell to hockey legend Sarjit Singh
The former national men’s hockey team captain and coach died on Sunday at the age of 63.
Family members and friends paid their last respects to former national men’s hockey team captain and coach Sarjit Singh at the Shamshan Bhoomi crematorium on Jalan Loke Yew, Kuala Lumpur, this afternoon. (Bernama pic)
KUALA LUMPUR: Malaysian hockey legend Sarjit Singh, who died on Sunday, was cremated at the Shamshan Bhoomi crematorium on Jalan Loke Yew, here, this afternoon.
Farewell 'Captain Marvel': Why Malaysia will never replace icon Sarjit Singh
By Ajitpal Singh
Former national hockey captain and coach Sarjit Singh died on Sunday. He was 63. - NSTP FILE PIC
KUALA LUMPUR: Sunday was supposed to end with Malaysian sports talking about a world title. 
We lost a gem, says Mirnawan of Sarjit
By Farah Azharie
Former national player Datuk Mirnawan Nawawi paid tribute to former national coach Sarjit Singh, who died on Sunday. -- NSTP/Filepic
KUALA LUMPUR: Datuk Mirnawan Nawawi had shared the pitch with Sarjit Singh in some of the most hostile and electric hockey arenas across the globe.
Ex-India captain Pargat hails Sarjit among hockey's finest
By Aftar Singh
Former India hockey captain Pargat Singh has hailed the late Sarjit Singh as one of the greatest players he faced and played alongside during their heyday. - Pic from Mithapur Hockey Academy/FBf3
KUALA LUMPUR: Former India hockey captain Pargat Singh has hailed the late Sarjit Singh as one of the greatest players he faced and played alongside during their heyday.
