Friday 3 July 2026
2026 Canada USA Series (M)
Surrey, British Columbia
All times GMT -6
29 Jun 2026 19:00 CAN v USA 3 - 3 (SO 5 - 4)
30 Jun 2026 19:00 USA v CAN 2 - 0
2 Jul 2026 16:00 CAN v USA 3 - 0
FIH Match Centre
What was your most ‘magical’ moment of the 2025-26 Pro League season? Vote now!
Lausanne, Switzerland – The curtain has fallen on another unforgettable edition of the FIH Hockey Pro League, with the seventh season delivering breathtaking skill, dramatic finishes, and countless moments of brilliance.
SA look to ride Nations Cup wave into hockey Test series against Malaysia
Rowan Callaghan
South Africa fought bravely before going down to France in the FIH Nations Cup final in Cape Town, with Sam Mvimbi scoring the sole goal for SA. The road to the World Cup continues for the SA side when they host Malayasia in a five-Test series in Durban. Image: Supplied / Ray Chaplin Sports Media
South Africa's men's hockey team will look to build on the momentum generated by their impressive run to the FIH Hockey Nations Cup final when they host Malaysia in a five-match Test series in Durban next week.
Y11 Sport and Media to sponsor Hywel Jones at World Cup
Hoci Cymru is delighted to announce that Y11 Sport and Media will sponsor Wales international Hywel Jones at this summer’s Hockey World Cup.
‘The honor of a lifetime’ | As America turns 250, Penn State athletes reflect on representing their country
Noah Aberegg 
Sophia Gladieux competes in the Summer of Hockey Women's Tri-Series in New Zealand. Courtesy of Sophia Gladieux
When Sophia Gladieux was growing up, she looked up to Simone Biles, Michael Jordan and other American athletes, dreaming of the moment she could wear a United States jersey and represent her home country on the field.
Somaya, Marijne hold forth on India’s near future in hockey
Wise men: Somaya and Marijne during the panel discussion
The twin challenge of the FIH World Cup and the Asian Games that awaits India’s men’s and women’s hockey teams was the broad theme of a panel discussion organised as part of World Sports Journalists Day celebration held at the KSBA premises here on Thursday.
Indian Junior Women’s Hockey Team Departs for United Kingdom Exposure Tour
Bengaluru: The 24-member Indian Junior Women’s Hockey Team departed from Kempegowda International Airport in Bengaluru on Thursday night for its exposure tour of the United Kingdom, scheduled from 5 to 14 July 2026.
PR Sreejesh launches scathing attack on coach Craig Fulton after India's Pro League flop show: 'Spending Rs 25 lakh...'
PR Sreejesh took to social media to express his disappointment with India’s recent performances and asked if paying Rs 25 lakhs a month to an overseas coach was justified or not.)
PR Sreejesh is not happy with coach Craig Fulton's performance. X/HockeyIndia and Reuters
India hockey legend PR Sreejesh targetted head coach Craig Fulton after the team’s poor performance at the recently concluded FIH Pro League where the Men in Blue could only secure four wins in 16 matches. The flop show meant India finished eighth in the nine-team table with only Pakistan behind.
Hockey Australia names Under-18 National Indoor teams coaches
Hockey Australia has announced the appointment of Ben Poulton as Head Coach of the Australian Under-18 Men's Indoor Hockey Team and Amanda Christie as Head Coach of the Australian Under-18 Women's Indoor Hockey Team recognising their outstanding contribution to the sport and long-standing commitment to developing the next generation of athletes.
Alanya’s semi-finalists confirmed as U16 Hockey 5s reaches the business end
The EuroHockey 5s U16 Championship semi-final line-ups are complete in Alanya following a hectic day two while the potential finalists have pushed themselves forward in Championship II in Kutaisi.
Battle for last EuroChamps27 spots reaches climax in Rome and Prague
The battle for the remaining EuroChamps27 qualification spots reaches its climax next week as Rome, Italy, and Prague, Czechia, stage the EuroHockey Championships Qualifier I tournaments, with two places up for grabs at each venue.
New Hoofdklasse season kicks off at the end of September
The Staatsloterij Hoofdklasse will begin next season on the last Sunday in September. All men’s and women’s teams will be in action on that day. The play-off finals will be played on 22 and 23 May.
Hosting international league is the need of the hour: Shakeel
LAHORE: Former Pakistan hockey captain Shakeel Abbasi has welcomed the arrival of the South Korean hockey team to Pakistan after 24 years, calling it a milestone moment in the revival of the national sport.
First-ever PM Youth Hockey League to be hosted this year: Mashhood
LAHORE: Chairman of the Prime Minister’s Youth Program, Rana Mashhood Ahmad Khan, has announced that for the first time in Pakistan’s history, the Prime Minister Youth Hockey League will be organised this year.
Over 300 girls gather for PM National Under-21 Hockey
ISLAMABAD: Around 300 girls, all aged 21 and under, representing 16 teams from across the country, have assembled in the federal capital to compete in the inaugural Prime Minister National Under-21 Women’s Hockey Championship at the Naseer Bunda Hockey Stadium.
How schoolboy has adapted to hockey and cricket with shortened forearm
By Rod Gilmour
Henry Golding has a rare condition called ulnar aplasia PIC: Supplied
With a rare condition born with a shortened left arm, the multi-talented Henry Golding had adapted and used his undoubted skills as best he could on the hockey pitch. That is until the 6ft 4in teenager was given an extended 41 inch, custom-made stick from Pakistan.
Vale Stanley Noel Griffin OAM
Hockey Australia pays tribute to Stanley Noel Griffin OAM, a highly respected administrator, umpire and lifelong servant of the game, who passed away on 27 June 2026, aged 96.
Thursday 2 July 2026
2026 Canada USA Series (M)
Surrey, British Columbia
All times GMT -6
29 Jun 2026 19:00 CAN v USA 3 - 3 (SO 5 - 4)
30 Jun 2026 19:00 USA v CAN 2 - 0
2 Jul 2026 16:00 CAN v USA 3 - 0
FIH Match Centre
USMNT Shuts Out Canada in Second Contest of Series
SURREY, Canada - In their second game of the series, the No. 26 U.S. Men's National Team capitalized on their scoring opportunities and delivered a disciplined defensive performance to earn a 2-0 victory over No. 19 Canada. The Wolves made the most of their chances in front of goal, while a resilient defensive effort, anchored by goalkeeper Jonathan Klages, kept the hosts off the scoreboard to secure the shutout win.
Men's Junior AHF Cup 2026
Taldykorgan, KAZ
All times GMT +5
Final Pool Standings
FIH Match Centre
Welcome Wobble and Bubble!
The countdown to the FIH Hockey World Cup 2026 has officially begun. Taking place from 15 to 30 August 2026, the tournament will be jointly hosted by Belgium and the Netherlands, bringing together the very best hockey talent from around the globe to compete at the flagship event of the International Hockey Federation (FIH).
SA Hockey Thanks South Africa for Unforgettable Support During FIH Hockey Nations Cup
South African Hockey has extended its heartfelt thanks to the people of South Africa following the successful hosting of the FIH Hockey Nations Cup in Cape Town.
South Africa to Host Malaysia in Five-Test Match Series at Riverside Sports Club
South African Hockey is pleased to confirm that the South African Men’s Hockey Team will host Malaysia in a five-test match series at Riverside Sports Club in Durban from 6–12 July 2026.
Tickets on sale for Hoci Cymru senior men and women test series
Top international hockey is returning to Cardiff this summer, as the National Hockey Centre hosts both the senior women and men in test series.
Pakistan hockey’s biggest challenge? Modernisation
Pakistan last competed on global stage at 2022 Commonwealth Games PIC: WORLDSPORTPICS FRANK UIJLENBROEK
We all know Pakistan hockey as one of the most decorated stories in the sport, writes Syed Noman Alam.
PHF appoints Herman Kruis as hockey advisor
He will work closely with the senior and junior national teams
Zulfiqar Baig
Photo: AFP
ISLAMABAD: The Pakistan Hockey Federation (PHF) is pleased to announce the appointment of Mr. Herman Kruis as the National Hockey Coaching Advisor for Pakistan on an initial two-year engagement.
PHF ropes in Herman Kruis to spearhead hockey revival
Abdul Mohi Shah
ISLAMABAD: In a major step towards reviving the country’s hockey fortunes, the Pakistan Hockey Federation (PHF) has appointed renowned Dutch coach and high-performance expert Hernab Kruis as the National Hockey Coaching Advisor under a two-year contract.
Pakistan appoint Herman Kruis as National Hockey Coaching Advisor
PHF says Kruis's appointment first in series of international technical engagements planned to revive Pakistan hockey
By Atique ur Rehman
An undated picture of Dutch coach Herman Kruis. — Reporter
KARACHI: The Pakistan Hockey Federation (PHF) on Wednesday announced the appointment of renowned Dutch coach Herman Kruis as the National Hockey Coaching Advisor for the men's team.
Women hockey starts today
ISLAMABAD: The Prime Minister National Under-21 Women’s Hockey Championship 2026 starts with the opening ceremony at the Nasir Banda Hockey Stadium, Pakistan Sports Complex, Islamabad, on Thursday at 6:00 pm.
WC Eagles Claim U-19 Gold, 2026 National Club Championship Concludes
VIRGINIA BEACH, Va. – It was another clean sweep for the WC Eagles of Pennsylvania, who capped off the 2026 U-16 National Club Championship (NCC), presented by Harrow Sports, with a win in the U-19 division.
2026 Senior Nexus Championship Rosters & Schedule Announced
VIRGINIA BEACH, Va. - In a little more than two weeks the 2026 Senior Nexus Championship, presented by Osaka Hockey, will commence at the Virginia Beach Regional Training Center in Virginia Beach, Va. With competition running from Friday, July 17 to Sunday, July 19, USA Field Hockey is pleased to reveal the rosters and schedule for the upcoming event.
Croatia U16s start Hockey 5s championships in flying form
Croatia’s boys and girls both made flying starts at the EuroHockey 5s U16 Championships in Alanya as their back-to-back wins on day one have set themselves up well in the group stages.
‘Nigerian Clubs Need More International Exposure’ — Berhman Urges Foreign Tours
By Lovette Ochicha
Federation of International Hockey (FIH) instructor Michael Berhman has called on the Nigeria Hockey Federation (NHF) to create more opportunities for domestic clubs to compete internationally.
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