Monday 30 March 2026
Excitement Resumes on Day 4 of 2026 World Masters Hockey Indoor World Cup
NOTTINGHAM, England - It was a full day of action on the fourth day of competition at the 2026 World Masters Hockey Indoor World Cup (MIWC) in Nottingham, England. The U.S. O-55 Women picked up a shutout win over Australia, while all teams but the O-35 Men and O-45 Women will head into their final matches tomorrow.
Hockey India Announces 31-member Senior Women’s National Coaching Camp
The camp will be held as part of preparations for key international tournaments in 2026
New Delhi: Hockey India announced the Senior Women’s National Coaching Camp from 1st to 9th April 2026 as the Indian Women’s Hockey Team begins preparations for an important international season ahead. The team heads into the camp on the back of a strong showing at the recently concluded FIH Hockey World Cup 2026 Qualifiers Hyderabad, Telangana, where they secured a Silver Medal and successfully qualified for the upcoming FIH Hockey Women’s World Cup Belgium and Netherlands 2026.
Hockey development plan awaits clarity after coaching change
A proposed partnership with Hockey Western Australia had gained traction within the national setup, but its next steps remain unclear following changes to Malaysia’s coaching leadership.
Frankie D'Cruz
The Malaysian squad during the Egypt outing, with long-term development and player pathways now in focus amid changes to the coaching setup. (MHC pic)
KUALA LUMPUR: A long-term development partnership that could reshape Malaysian hockey now awaits direction following the removal of national coach Sarjit Singh.
Den Bosch to spot four, win Schaerweijde in relegation battle
Peter Klanke
In the battle for tickets to the playoffs in the Tulp Hoofdklasse Men, Den Bosch did good business. Direct competitors Bloemendaal were beaten 3-2 at 't Kopje. The victory lifted the Bosch formation to fourth place in the rankings. As Amsterdam also won, 4-1 against HDM, Pinoké dropped out of the top four. At the bottom, Schaerweijde won the relegation battle against Hurley 2-1. As a result, the team from Zeist reduced the gap to the safe ninth place to one point.
Rewatch: Walker strikes again, Rotterdam grabs club record
During the seventeenth match round in the Tulp Hoofdklasse Men, Rotterdam set a new club record with 48 home goals, Struan Walker made short work of Pinoké and Den Bosch won again at 't Kopje after nineteen years. Check out the highlights here.
SCHC-Kampong undecided, wins for Tilburg and Oranje-Rood
Peter Klanke
The Tulp Hoofdklasse Women's top match between SCHC and Kampong ended without a winner. Leaders SCHC dragged out a 2-2 draw after trailing 2-0. The draw did guarantee Kampong participation in the play-offs. At the bottom of the rankings, Oranje-Rood and straggler Tilburg recorded victories over Bloemendaal (1-3) and HGC (2-4) respectively. This increases the tension at the bottom, partly because number nine Hurley reached 1-1 against Rotterdam. Amsterdam lashed out hard against HDM: 7-1.
Rewatch: hat-trick Moes, another Matla-goal against Pinoké
During the seventeenth match round in the Tulp Hoofdklasse Women, Frédérique Matla scored again against her favourite opponent, Freeke Moes scored a hat-trick and Julianna Tornetta was golden for Oranje-Rood. Watch the footage here.
England Hockey round-up: Southgate see red, Buckingham promoted
Surbiton men have proved standout club side in top flight PIC: GRAEME WILCOCKSON
Surbiton head to the Euro Hockey League this week with bragging rights over English club rivals Old Georgians after a 2-0 home win and their 15th successive victory in the Men’s Premier Division.
Loreto retain EY Hockey League title for third consecutive season, as Lisnagarvey maintain top spot with comeback victory.
The destination of the Irish Women’s EY Hockey League was determined as Loreto retained their title for the third consecutive season, while Lisnagarvey maintained their place at the summit of the Men’s EYHL having come out on top of a ten goal thriller with Pembroke Wanderers.
Loreto women rise to Ireland EY Hockey League title
Loreto became most successful club in the competition PIC: Adrian Boehm
Irish side Loreto retained their Women’s EY Hockey League title for the third time in a row on Sunday.
Lisnagarvey hit the front as relegation battles heat up
Title races and relegation fights go up a level as we head into the final weeks of the season.
Rory Noonan
UCC's Lauren Cripps take on the Harlequins defence during their EYHL Division Two clash at the Mardyke.
Saturday's Round 16 EY Hockey League fixtures delivered plenty of drama across all four divisions, with title races tightening and relegation battles intensifying heading into the final weeks of the season.
Edinburgh University are Scottish Men's Premiership champions for the first time
For several seasons now Edinburgh University have come close to the Premiership title but no final outcome – but the students finally made it with a 2-1 win at Auchenhowie over nearest rivals Western Wildcats. They are now nine points ahead and are uncatchable, so they take the title and a place in Europe next season.
Sunday 29 March 2026
More Action on Day 3 of 2026 World Masters Hockey Indoor World Cup
NOTTINGHAM, England - It was another action-packed day at the David Ross Sports Village in Nottingham, England for day three of the 2026 World Masters Hockey Indoor World Cup (MIWC). The O-35 Men picked up an exciting win over Wales, while the O-50 Men, after a tie to Wales today, will begin crossovers tomorrow against Canada.
“I owe it to my teammates”: Navneet Kaur reflects on winning Player of the Year (Women) at Hockey India 8th Annual Awards 2025
Indian forward expresses gratitude and sets sights on upcoming international tournaments 
New Delhi: Indian Women’s Hockey Team forward Navneet Kaur expressed her happiness after being conferred with the prestigious Hockey India Balbir Singh Sr. Award for Player of the Year (Women) at the Hockey India 8th Annual Awards 2025 held in New Delhi on Friday.
"Process is everything": Hardik Singh looks ahead to World Cup after winning Player of the Year at Hockey India Annual Awards
New Delhi [India], March 29 (ANI): Two-time Olympic medallist and Indian Men's Hockey Team midfielder Hardik Singh has opened up about his pursuit of excellence following his win at the Hockey India 8th Annual Awards 2025. At the ceremony held in New Delhi on Friday, 27 March, Hardik was honoured with the prestigious Balbir Singh Sr. Award for Player of the Year (Men), marking the third time in his career he has received the nation's top hockey accolade.
For now, I want to play till the Asian Games: Manpreet says during Hockey India awards
The midfielder is currently on 411 caps, one shy of equalling Hockey India (HI) president Dilip Tirkey’s record of 412 appearances — the most by an Indian.
Vivek Krishnan
Union MoS Raksha Khadse presents an award to the Indian field hockey player and four-time Olympian Manpreet Singh, during the Hockey India 8th Annual Awards 2025. | Photo Credit: SHIV KUMAR PUSHPAKAR
At the eighth annual Hockey India awards here on Friday, Manpreet Singh was feted for reaching 400 international caps. The recognition comes at a time when an impending milestone has appeared to be a heavy millstone around his neck. The midfielder is currently on 411 caps, one shy of equalling Hockey India (HI) president Dilip Tirkey’s record of 412 appearances — the most by an Indian.
Sarjit: I was made a scapegoat
Controversially-sacked national hockey coach says he was removed over rankings without a full review, despite securing Malaysia’s World Cup berth.
Frankie D'Cruz
Sarjit Singh says his dismissal as national coach came as a shock despite guiding Malaysia to the World Cup.
KUALA LUMPUR: The call came late on a Sunday night. By Monday, Sarjit Singh was told his time as national men’s hockey coach was over.
Malaysia not ready to match top hockey teams, says Sarjit
Former coach points to an ageing core, thin player pool and inconsistent pipeline as key barriers to competing at elite level.
Frankie D'Cruz
Sarjit Singh works with players during a training session, as he highlights the challenges of building depth and preparing a squad to compete at the highest level. (Bernama pic)
KUALA LUMPUR: For all the controversy surrounding his exit, Sarjit Singh is blunt about the bigger issue.
Struan Walker torments Pinoké in 6-1 win over Oranje-Rood
Peter Klanke
Struan Walker, Oranje Rood
Following in the footsteps of the ladies, Pinoké's men's side also suffered a defeat. Leaders Oranje-Rood were too strong for the Steekneuzen by as much as 6-1 at the Amsterdamse Bos on Saturday night. Struan Walker was the big scourge with three goals. The top scorer of the Tulp Hoofdklasse thus tallied up his total to 22 goals.
Den Bosch ladies book win on visit to Pinoké
Peter Klanke
Joosje Burg, Den Bosch
Den Bosch ladies have recovered well after last weekend's 4-0 home defeat against SCHC. Coach Marieke Dijkstra's team won 3-1 over Pinoké at the Amsterdam Forest on Saturday. This moves Den Bosch up to third place, at the expense of Amsterdam, which is still in action on Sunday. Pinoké remains in fifth place.
Lisnagarvey take charge at the top of the Men’s table, as Pembroke stun Loreto in the Irish EY Hockey League
The drama continued into round 16 of the EY Hockey League as underdogs secured vital points, and the battle for survival raged on. New table toppers emerged in the Women’s EYHL2, while unbeaten Men’s sides continued their dominance as topflight promotion beckons.
Girls’ hockey clubs fuel growth in school programmes
Local hockey clubs are seeing a rise in young players, helping to strengthen school teams as more girls take up the sport and feed into school hockey programmes.
Sylvester Raraza
Hoërskool Marais Viljoen hockey team celebrate after one of their matches. Description: HS Viljoen hockey team. Photo: Supplied
Girls’ hockey is experiencing encouraging growth as clubs report an increase in participation, with many young players progressing into school teams to strengthen the sport at the grassroots level.
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