Hero Asian Champions Trophy Moqi China 2024
Hulunbuir City, Inner Mongolia Autonomous Region (CHN)
All times GMT +8
12 Sep 2024 13:30 JPN v MAS (One Pool) 4 - 5
12 Sep 2024 15:45 KOR v IND (One Pool) 1 - 3
12 Sep 2024 18:00 PAK v CHN (One Pool) 5 - 1
13 Sep 2024 is a rest day
14 Sep 2024 13:30 MAS v KOR (One Pool)
14 Sep 2024 15:45 IND v PAK (One Pool)
14 Sep 2024 18:00 JPN v CHN (One Pool)
Pool Standings
Live scores
FIH Match Centre
Pakistan, Malaysia, India earn victories in Asian Champions Trophy
ISLAMABAD: Pakistan, Malaysia and India claimed significant victories on day four of the Hero Asian Champions Trophy 2024 at the Moqi Hockey Training Base in Hulunbuir, China.
Speedy Tigers overpower Japan to stay in ACT hunt
By Aftar Singh
The Malaysian men's hockey team saved themselves from more scolding by irate fans with a hard fought 5-4 win over Japan in the Asian Champions League (ACT) today in Hulunbuir, Inner Mongolia, today. PIC CREDIT TO MHC
KUALA LUMPUR: The Malaysian men's hockey team saved themselves from more scolding by irate fans with a hard fought 5-4 win over Japan in the Asian Champions League (ACT) today in Hulunbuir, Inner Mongolia, today.
Sri Shan tells Speedy Tigers to wake up
By Aftar Singh
The national men’s hockey team need to “wake up from their sleep” against South Korea tomorrow if they are to make it to the Asian Champions Trophy (ACT) semi-finals in Hulunbuir, Inner Mongolia, China. - Pic courtesy of MHC
KUALA LUMPUR: The national men's hockey team need to "wake up from their sleep" against South Korea tomorrow if they are to make it to the Asian Champions Trophy (ACT) semi-finals in Hulunbuir, Inner Mongolia, China.
Millions spent, poor results: NHDP comes under fire as national team lack quality players
By Aftar Singh
Millions of ringgit has been spent on the national men's hockey team, but their results are getting worse, and even to the point of embarrassment.
KUALA LUMPUR: Millions of ringgit has been spent on the national men's hockey team, but their results are getting worse, and even to the point of embarrassment.
Skipper Harmanpreet Singh stars in India’s 3-1 win against Korea
Moqi (China): Defending Champions India remained unbeaten in the Hero Asian Champions Trophy as they registered their fourth consecutive victory with a 3-1 win against Korea here at the Moqi Hockey Training Base in Hulunbuir, China on Thursday. Skipper Harmanpreet Singh (9’, 43’) scored a brace in India’s win while Araijeet Singh Hundal (8’) gave an early lead in the team’s win.
India beats South Korea 3-1, remains unbeaten
Defending champions India beat South Korea 3-1 to remain unbeaten at the Asian Champions Trophy hockey tournament on Thursday.
Harmanpreet Singh in action. (File Photo) | Photo Credit: Getty Images
Defending champions India remained unbeaten in the Asian Champions Trophy as it registered its fourth consecutive victory with a 3-1 win against Korea here at the Moqi Hockey Training Base in Hulunbuir, China on Thursday.
Pakistan clinch a big 5-1 win against hosts China, climb up to No.2 in the points table
Moqi (China),: Pakistan continued to remain unbeaten in the tournament as they registered a well-earned 5-1 win against hosts China at the ongoing Hero Asian Champions Trophy here at the Moqi Hockey Training Base in Hulunbuir, China. With this win, Pakistan have moved up to the second spot in the points table. With another day's play remaining in the league stage, Pakistan continue to stay in contention for a spot in the semifinal.
Pakistan score emphatic victory over China
By Shahid Khan
Pakistan, crushed China 5-1 in their fourth match of the Hero Asian Champions Trophy 2024 at Moqi Training Base in Hulunbuir, China.
Pakistan secure semi-final spot with 5-1 win over China
Pakistan will now play India in their last round match
Pakistan men's hockey team. - Asian Hockey Federation/Facebook
In a dominant performance, Pakistan's hockey team secured a resounding 5-1 victory over China, ensuring their place in the semi-finals of the Asian Hockey Champions Trophy 2024.
Pakistan cruise into Asian hockey semi-final with dominant win over China
HULUNBUIR: Players in action during the Asian Hockey Champions Trophy match between Pakistan and China at the Moqi Training Base on Thursday.—courtesy Asian Hockey Federation
HULUNBUIR: Pakistan stormed into the semi-finals of the Asian Hockey Champions Trophy with a resounding 5-1 victory over hosts China at the Moqi Hockey Training Base on Thursday, setting up a potential showdown with arch-rivals India in the final.
India ready for high-voltage encounter against rivals Pakistan
While India, led by ace drag flicker Harmanpreet Singh, will go into the match as table toppers, Ammad Butt-led Pakistan will take on India as the second placed team in the points table.
Harmanpreet Singh-led Indian team has remained unbeaten in the Asian Champions Trophy. | Photo Credit: Special Arrangement
India will take on nemesis Pakistan on September 14 in its last group stage match of the Asian Champions Trophy at the Moqi Hockey Training Base in Hulunbuir, China
Pan American Challenge (Men)
Lima
All times GMT -5
12 Sep 2024 WAs a rest day
13 Sep 2024 10:30 PAR v TTO (Round Robin) 1 - 13
13 Sep 2024 12:45 GUA v PER (Round Robin)
Pool standings
FIH Match Centre
Marcano fires ‘Calypso Stickmen’ to final
by Nigel Simon
T&T co-captains, Jordan Vieira and Teague Marcano, centre, celebrate a goal with team-mates Ethan Reynos amd Nicholas Grant in their penultimate round-robin match of the four-team Men’s Pan American Challenge at the Andres Avelino Caceres Sports Complex in Lima, Peru yesterday. T&T won 11-0. Courtesy PAHF
England-based Teague Marcano registered his fourth beaver-trick of the tournament to lead T&T senior men’s hockey team to an emphatic 11-0 mauling of winless Guatemala in their penultimate round-robin match of the four-team Men’s Pan American Challenge Wednesday.
Day 8 Results: 4th Hockey India Senior Men Inter-Department National Championship 2024
Pune: Day 8 of the 4th Hockey India Senior Men Inter-Department National Championship at the Major Dhyanchand Hockey Stadium in Pimpri, Pune, witnessed Petroleum Sports Promotion Board, Services Sports Control Board, Railway Sports Promotion Board, and Food Corporation of India secure their spots in the Semi-Finals after succeeding in their respective matches.
SA Hockey IPT 2024 | A Section | Quarter Final Drama as Semi-Final line up confirmed.
There was no shortage of suspense and drama on a beautiful day in Johannesburg as the eight competitors for the title as best team in South Africa were halved through some great action and Drama.
SA Hockey IPT 2024 | B Section | Pens and Free State lead the way with two days to go.
With just two days remaining the jostle for position in the B Section continues to reach fever pitch ahead of the final day of pool stage action in the Men’s tournament and with just two rounds to go in the women’s. The possible winners list gets smaller, but the probable winners list continues to host several names.
EuroHockey 2025: Rivals Netherlands and Germany men drawn apart
Netherlands and Germany have been drawn apart at next summer’s men’s EuroHockey in the hotly-anticipated men’s rematch of the Olympic final.
Ireland drawn alongside European Elite for 2025 Women’s EuroHockey Championships
Amsterdam: The draw for the 2025 EuroHockey Championships took place today where the Ireland Women’s Hockey team found out which pool they would be placed in and whom they would face in the preliminary stages of next year’s competition. The team were drawn in Pool A alongside 2023 Champions and World #1 The Netherlands, World Number #3 Germany, and Olympic hosts and World #19 France.
Premier Hockey League announces Coaching Staff
Hockey New Zealand (HNZ) is gearing up to launch the inaugural Premier Hockey League (PHL), Aotearoa’s new elite domestic hockey competition. Starting on the 2nd November running through December 7th, this elite-level competition will showcase top-tier talent across both men’s and women’s teams across four franchises over seven weekends.
2026 Commonwealth Games: UK government offers to ‘share financial risk’ of hosting Glasgow event
By Nigel Duncan
Glasgow has been mooted to host 2026 Games PIC: WORLDSPORTPICS FRANK UIJLENBROEK
The UK Government has rejected a reported request by the Scottish Government to underwrite the cost of the Commonwealth Games being hosted in Glasgow in 2026.
Grange transition ahead of Scottish hockey title defence
By Nigel Duncan
Grange after their title success last season PIC: Grange HC
It is a period of transition for Grange as the men bid to defend the Scottish Premiership title.
College Games to Watch: September 12 - 18
by Caitlin Rubsamen, USA Field Hockey’s College Content Intern
Each week, USA Field Hockey highlights upcoming college games to watch. This edition covers the week of September 12 - 18.
Indiana field hockey suffers narrow defeat to Miami University
By Will Kwiatkowski
Senior back Yip Van Wonderen moves the ball down the field during a match against Miami University on Sept. 11, 2024, at Deborah Tobias Field in Bloomington. Miami defeated the Hoosiers 1-0. Photo by James Rush / The Indiana Daily Student
As all of Indiana field hockey’s home games do, the match began with the blaring trumpets of "Narcos" by Timmy Trumpet, firing up the crowd, getting everyone excited. As each team huddled before the start, the energy and anticipation slowly built. However, the enthusiasm was met with a disappointing end, as Indiana lost 1-0 to Miami University on Wednesday afternoon.
Field Hockey Set to Host Massachusetts, Maine
The Boston University field hockey team enters a two-game home weekend, hosting Massachusetts on Friday (Sept. 13) before welcoming Maine on Sunday (Sept. 15).
Field Hockey Set for Home Opener Friday Against LIU; Hosts Bucknell Sunday
Lions seek first win of the year this weekend
NEW YORK — Columbia field hockey hosts LIU on Friday at 6 p.m. in its home opener before welcoming Bucknell on Sunday at 1 p.m. from Columbia Field Hockey Complex.
Field Hockey Ready for Lafayette, Merrimack
HAMDEN, Conn. – Quinnipiac field hockey is set to travel to Pennsylvania to face Lafayette in a Friday night matchup before traveling back home to host Merrimack on Sunday afternoon.
Hero Asian Champions Trophy Moqi China 2024
Hulunbuir City, Inner Mongolia Autonomous Region (CHN)
All times GMT +8
11 Sep 2024 13:30 PAK v JPN (One Pool) 2 - 1
11 Sep 2024 15:45 MAS v IND (One Pool) 1 - 8
11 Sep 2024 18:00 CHN v KOR (One Pool) 2 - 3
12 Sep 2024 13:30 JPN v MAS (One Pool) 4 - 5
12 Sep 2024 15:45 KOR v IND (One Pool) 1 - 3
12 Sep 2024 18:00 PAK v CHN (One Pool) 5 - 1
13 Sep 2024 is a rest day
Pool Standings
Live scores
FIH Match Centre
Resilient Pakistan register 2-1 win against Japan
Moqi (China), 11 September 2024: Unbeaten Pakistan played valiantly to register their first victory in the Hero Asian Champions Trophy by beating Japan 2-1 here at the Moqi Hockey Training Base in Hulun Buir, China on Wednesday. Goals were scored by Ahmad Nadeem (10') and Sufyan Khan (21') while Raiki Fujishima (28') scored the lone goal for Japan. With this win, Pakistan is placed second in the pool standings with five points behind India on the top.
Pakistan register first victory at Hero Champions Trophy
By Shahid Khan.
Greenshirts celebrating taking the lead.
Pakistan defeated Japan 2-1 to register their first victory in the ongoing Hero Asian Hockey Champions Trophy 2024 at the Moqi Hockey Training Base. Hulun Buir, China.
Pakistan hockey ends two-year drought with victory over Japan in Asian Champions Trophy
Keyur Jain
Pakistan secured a 2-1 victory over Japan in the Asian Champions Trophy, marking their first win against them in two years.
The Pakistan hockey team beats Japan after a two-year wait. The win came in the group stage match of the ongoing Asian Champions Trophy in China 2024. Pakistan won the match 2-1, thanks to goals from Ahmed Nadeem and Sufyan Khan.
Pakistan edge Japan for first win at Asian Champions Trophy
HULUNBUIR: Pakistan’s Abu Bakar Mehmood in action during the Asian Champions Trophy match against Japan at the Moqi Hockey Training Base on Wednesday.—courtesy Asian Hockey Federation
HULUNBUIR (China): In an impressive display, unbeaten Pakistan beat Japan on Wednesday to register their first victory in the Asian Champions Trophy here at the Moqi Hockey Training Base.
Pakistan register first win of Asian Hockey Champions Trophy
The Men in Green defeated Japan by 2-1
Pakistan Hockey Team celebrate their goal. - Asian Hockey Federation
Pakistan bagged the first victory of the ongoing Asian Hockey Champions Trophy by beating Japan 2-1 at the Moqi Hockey Training Base in Hulunbuir City, Inner Mongolia, China.
Rajkumar Pal stars as dominant India beat Malaysia 8-1
Moqi (China), 11 September 2024: Rajkumar Pal's sensational hat-trick helped the Indian Men's Hockey Team beat Malaysia comprehensively by an 8-1 margin in their third match of the Hero Asian Champions Trophy Moqi, China on Wednesday.
Third win for India with a record to cherish
s2h team
Moqi (China): Harmanpreet Singh’s India inflicted one of the humiliating defeats to fellow Asian giant Malaysia for their third consecutive win in the Hero Asian Champions Trophy. Rajkumar Pal’s sensational hat-trick helped the India beat Malaysia comprehensively by an 8-1 margin.
On a rampage
Reigning champs India thrash Malaysia 8-1 to secure semis berth
India scored five field goals and three from penalty corners against Malaysia. HI
Raj Kumar Pal struck a hat-trick as title-holders India sealed a semifinal spot after thrashing Malaysia 8-1 for their third consecutive win in the Asian Champions Trophy here today. Apart from Raj Kumar (3rd, 25th and 33rd minutes), Araijeet Singh Hundal (6th and 39th), Jugraj Singh (7th), skipper Harmanpreet Singh (22nd) and Uttam Singh (40th) sounded the board for India. For Malaysia, Akhimullah Anuar (34th) managed the solitary strike.
India hammers Malaysia 8-1 to enter semifinals; Raj Kumar Pal scores hat-trick
Raj Kumar Pal (3rd, 25th and 33rd minute), Araijeet Singh Hundal (6th and 39th minute), Jugraj Singh (7th minute), Harmanpreet Singh (22nd minute), and Uttam Singh (40th minute) sounded the board for India.
FILE PHOTO: Raj Kumar Pal of Team India looks on. | Photo Credit: GETTY IMAGES
Young striker Raj Kumar Pal struck a hat-trick as title-holder India sealed a semifinal spot after thrashing Malaysia 8-1 for its third consecutive win in the Hero Asian Champions Trophy on Wednesday.
Sarjit's hockey overhaul falling flat after record loss
By Aftar Singh
Malaysia (in yellow) in action against India during Wednesday’s Asian Champions Trophy match in Inner Mongolia. PIC FROM MHC
KUALA LUMPUR: Alarm bells are ringing for Malaysian hockey as coach Sarjit Singh's rebuilding project seems to be falling apart, with the Speedy Tigers enduring yet another humiliation at the Asian Champions Trophy.
Malaysian hockey must evolve or face collapse, warns Olympian Saiful
By Aftar Singh
Nor Saiful Zaini. NSTP FILE PIC
KUALA LUMPUR: Olympian Nor Saiful Zaini has issued a stern warning that Malaysian hockey is on the brink of collapse unless its development programmes are urgently revamped.
Korea keep hopes of semifinal alive with 3-2 win against China
Moqi (China), 11 September 2024: Korea registered a narrow 3-2 win against China in their third match of the Hero Champions Trophy here in Moqi Hockey Training Base in Hulun Buir, China on Wedneday. It was a thriller of a match with both teams coming up with a nail-biting finish but it was eventually goals by Hyeonhong Kim (21'), Junghoo Kim (53') and Jihun Yang (55') that ensured Korea watched away with the winning points.
Pan American Challenge (Men)
Lima
All times GMT -5
11 Sep 2024 10:30 TTO v GUA (Round Robin) 11 - 0
11 Sep 2024 12:45 PAR v PER (Round Robin) 0 - 2
12 Sep 2024 is a rest day
Pool standings
FIH Match Centre
Marcano fires ‘Calypso Stickmen’ to final
by Nigel Simon
T&T co-captains, Jordan Vieira and Teague Marcano, centre, celebrate a goal with team-mates Ethan Reynos amd Nicholas Grant in their penultimate round-robin match of the four-team Men’s Pan American Challenge at the Andres Avelino Caceres Sports Complex in Lima, Peru yesterday. T&T won 11-0. Courtesy PAHF
England-based Teague Marcano registered his second beaver-trick on the trot and fourth of the tournament to lead T&T senior men’s hockey to break open a 2-1 match to spank Peru 6-1 for a fourth straight win, which all but secured to an emphatic 11-0 mauling of winless Guatemala in their penultimate round-robin match of the four-team Men’s Pan American Challenge Wednesday.
Trinidad and Tobago hockey men crush Guatemala 11-0
Jelani Beckles
Trinidad and Tobago hockey men's players celebrate a goal. PHOTO COURTESY PAN AMERICAN HOCKEY FEDERATION FACEBOOK PAGE -
Trinidad and Tobago men's hockey team continued their flawless showing at the 2024 Pan American Challenge, being played at the Andres Avelino Caceres Sports Complex in Lima, Peru with an 11-0 mauling against Guatemala on September 11.
Day 7 Results: 4th Hockey India Senior Men Inter-Department National Championship 2024
Pune, 11 September 2024: Day 7 of the 4th Hockey India Senior Men Inter-Department National Championship at the Major Dhyanchand Hockey Stadium in Pimpri, Pune, featured strong performances by Services Sports Control Board, Food Corporation of India, Central Reserve Police Force and Comptroller & Auditor General of India, as they secured wins in their respective matches.
SA Hockey IPT 2024 | A Section | Quarter Final Line Up complete
The pool stage has reached its conclusion and the business end of the tournament now awaits us as the Quarter Finals await at St. Stithians College on Thursday. Here is how the tournaments line up.
SA Hockey IPT 2024 | B Section | Free State and KZN Mynahs lead the way after day 3.
The third day of action saw some movement in and amongst the two tournaments with a double header round of six games taking place in the women’s tournament, offering a tantalizing day of action at St. Stithians College and Morningside Country Club.
2023 Hall of Fame Inductee: Dr. Christine Grant
Dr. Grant cements cross-border legacy with hall of fame induction
In the 2023 Builders category, Field Hockey Canada proudly inducts Dr. Christine Grant, a pioneering figure whose contributions to the sport transcend borders and exemplify dedication. Her impact on field hockey is unmatched, and her inclusion in the Canadian Hall of Fame is well-deserved.
2023 Hall of Fame Inductee: Judy Broom
Judy Broom was a legendary Field Hockey Administrator in Canada
In the Builder’s category of this year’s Hall of Fame, Field Hockey Canada is thrilled to induct Judy Broom for her outstanding contributions to the sport. Broom’s impact is marked by over 33 years of dedicated service as a player, volunteer, council member, staff member, and executive director. Her passion and commitment have been pivotal in advancing field hockey in Canada.
NSW Pride name final squads for the upcoming 2024 Hockey One League season
With just over a month to go until the start of the much-anticipated 2024 Hockey One League, NSW Pride are pleased to announce our Men and Women’s squads for the 2024 season.
PM Narendra Modi pens heartfelt letter to PR Sreejesh: 'Thank you for your tireless dedication, remarkable career'
PR Sreejesh shared the letter on his X account, where PM Modi has backed the Kerala-born former athlete to play an ‘impactful’ role as head coach of the junior men’s team.
Known as ’The Wall’ for his impeccable skills in front of the goalpost, Sreejesh was instrumental in guiding the team through remarkable successes, including two Asian Games gold medals, and two Champions Trophy silver medals. Reuters
Former India hockey team goalkeeper PR Sreejesh, who played his final match for the national team at the Paris Olympics in August, received a letter from Prime Minister Narendra Modi, thanking Sreejesh for his services. Sreejesh shared the letter on his “X” account, where PM Modi has backed the Kerala-born former athlete to play an “impactful” role as head coach of the junior men’s team.
Spartans Continue Non-Conference Tilts This Week
Michigan State has a split weekend of action, traveling to Louisville for a Friday game at Bellarmine before hosting Colgate on Sunday morning at Ralph Young Field.
Field hockey hosts Michigan State in home opener Friday
By: Chad Fischer
LOUISVILLE, Ky. – Following four straight contests away from Louisville to begin the season, the Bellarmine field hockey team opens their home schedule on Friday, September 13 against Michigan State at Trager Stadium. The game is slated to begin at 1 p.m. ET.
Minutewomen Head East to Face Boston University
AMHERST, Mass. - UMass continues it's non-conference slate, traveling east to face regional foe Boston University on Friday, Sept. 13 at 4 p.m. The game can be followed live on umassathletics.com or UMassFH on Twitter.
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
FIH Match Centre
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
Live Scores
FIH Match Centre
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.