Thursday 14 May 2026
How the USWNT Qualified for the World Cup
The FIH Hockey World Cup stands as one of the sport’s most prestigious global events, showcasing the world’s top nations for more than five decades. Since its inception, the competition has produced unforgettable moments, dominant dynasties, breakthrough performances, and historic milestones for teams around the world, including the U.S. Women’s National Team.
Hockey India Appoints Frederic Soyez as Coach of Indian Junior Men’s Hockey Team
New Delhi: Hockey India on Thursday announced the appointment of decorated Frenchman Frederic Soyez as the Coach of the Indian Junior Men’s Hockey Team, reinforcing its long-term vision of building a sustainable high-performance ecosystem aligned with India’s ambitions for the 2036 Olympic Games.
Rift in Indian Hockey: Legend P.R. Sreejesh and Hockey India at Odds Over Foreign Coach Preference
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A significant controversy has erupted in Indian hockey as legendary goalkeeper-turned-coach P.R. Sreejesh took to social media to voice his frustration over his removal from the junior national team, sparking a sharp rebuttal from Hockey India (HI). The public fallout highlights a growing debate regarding the role of domestic versus foreign coaches in the lead-up to the 2036 Olympics.
PR Sreejesh questions Hockey India’s preference for a foreign coach
Former Indian goalkeeper slams Hockey India's preference as his contract as head coach for the Indian U-21 hockey team comes to an end.
Under PR Sreejesh, Team India secured a historic podium at the 2025 FIH
Two-time Olympic bronze medalist PR Sreejesh took to social media on Wednesday to question Hockey India’s preference for a foreign coach for the Indian junior men’s hockey team.
India legend PR Sreejesh hits out at Hockey India after sacking over foreign coach: 'First time I am experiencing this'
Indian hockey legend PR Sreejesh has criticised Hockey India after allegedly being removed as junior men’s team coach to make way for a foreign coach despite strong results.)
PR Sreejesh posted a strongly-worded statement to slam Hockey India for sacking him. Image: X-Sreejesh
Indian hockey legend PR Sreejesh has strongly criticised Hockey India after being removed as coach of the Indian junior men’s hockey team to make way for a foreign coach.
Hockey India rejects Sreejesh’s 'fired for foreign coach' allegations: 'He did not accept this position'
Hockey India has denied sacking PR Sreejesh as junior men’s team coach, saying his contract ended in 2025 and that he was offered another role, which he allegedly rejected.)
Hockey India has rejected PR Sreejesh's allegations that he was sacked to bring foreign coaches. Image: ANI/PTI
Hockey India (HI) has responded to the allegations made by India legend PR Sreejesh regarding his exit as coach of the Indian junior men’s hockey team. Earlier today, Sreejesh had claimed that he was removed from his role to make way for a foreign coach. The former India goalkeeper had also questioned Hockey India’s preference for overseas coaches despite his successful stint with the junior team.
The reason for lowering the age limit
By Aftar Singh
International Hockey Federation (FIH) president Datuk Tayyab Ikram said that the Federation approved the decision made by the Asian Hockey Federation (AHF) Executive Board to adopt a new age format. — NSTP/AIZUDDIN SAAD
KUALA LUMPUR: Under-20 instead of Under-21. How much difference does it make?
Crunch-time in Dutch playoff battle
Its crunch-time in the Dutch playoffs with the first leg of the semi-final stages taking place throughout Thursday with the return matches on the weekend.
What you need to know about the Amsterdam - Oranje-Rood semi-final
Ramon Min
The untouchable Oranje-Rood will visit reigning champion Amsterdam in the first semi-final match of the playoffs on Thursday. Read the facts and figures here.
What you need to know about the Pinoké-Rotterdam semi-final
Ramon Min
The semi-finals of the playoffs for the national title kick off on Thursday. We look ahead with facts and figures to the match between the men of Pinoké and Rotterdam.
What you need to know about the Amsterdam-SCHC semi-final
Ramon Min
Amsterdam women and SCHC face each other in the semi-finals of the playoffs for the national title on Thursday afternoon. Read the facts and figures leading up to that matches here.
What you need to know about the semi-final Kampong-Den Bosch
Ramon Min
Reigning national champions Den Bosch face Kampong in the first semi-final match of the playoffs on Thursday. Check the key facts and figures from that matches here.
Williamson switches from Surbiton to Bloemendaal
HC Bloemendaal have signed English defender Conor Williamson from Surbiton for the upcoming season as the Tokyo Olympian looks to “experience something new” in the Hoofdklasse..
Campo continue ever-presence in EHL Women
Real Club de Campo de Madrid secured qualification for next season’s EHL Women’s competition after a resounding 5-0 victory over Club Egara at Pla del Bon Aire.
Top club accuses England Hockey of ‘failing the game’
Havant has spoken out against governing body PIC: Havant/Facebook
A top Hampshire hockey club has poured scorn on England Hockey for “failing the game” and “losing the trust of the community it exists to serve”.
Wolverhampton hosting Walking Hockey Festival
Wolverhampton and Tettenhall now has 50 members
WV Active Aldersley will host Wolverhampton’s second Walking Hockey Festival this weekend.
More than 600 coaches certified, Hockey India takes Level-1 Coaching Course to new cities 
New Delhi: Aiming to further fortify the domestic development ecosystem and raise technical standards at the grassroots, Hockey India has announced the upcoming schedule for the Hockey India Coaching Education Pathway Level '1' Coaching Course – with new destinations set to add to the programme’s nationwide impact.
Wednesday 13 May 2026
Lisa Nolte: “Pressure makes it a perfect test”
As the final stages of the current FIH Hockey Pro League season approach (starting from 13 June), let us hear from the participating teams. Today, Lisa Nolte, captain of the German women’s side, shares her thoughts.
Indian Women’s Hockey Team starts Nations Cup tune-up with Tour of Australia
The tour will see India play four matches against Australia in Perth from 26th to 30th May
New Delhi: Hockey India on Tuesday announced that the Indian Women’s Hockey Team will tour Australia from 21st May to 3rd June 2026 as part of its preparations for the upcoming FIH Hockey Women’s Nations Cup New Zealand 2025-26, scheduled to take place from 15th to 21st June in Auckland.
Indian Women's Hockey Team to start Nations Cup tune-up with Australia tour
New Delhi [India]: Hockey India has announced that the Indian Women's Hockey Team will tour Australia from May 21 to June 3 this year as a part of its preparations for the upcoming FIH Hockey Women's Nations Cup 2025-26, scheduled to take place from 15th to 21st June in Auckland, New Zealand.
2026 FIH Para Hockey World Cup Roster: Meet Scott Weisbrot
As the 2026 FIH Para Hockey World Cup approaches, USA Field Hockey is highlighting each of the ten athletes selected to the roster!
Boers and Matla have once again claimed the top scorer title
Ramon Min
Just like last season, the top scorer title in the Tulp Hoofdklasse Women and Men ended up in the hands of two Den Bosch players. In the men's side, Den Bosch defender Timo Boers was unbeatable, while in the women's side Den Bosch attacker Frédérique Matla once again scored the most goals.
Rarely seen: Rotterdam with five goal scorers in double figures
Ramon Min
Rotterdam's men closed the regular Tulp Hoofdklasse league with a notable statistical footnote. The team counted five players with 10 or more league goals this season - a feat only achieved twice before in the Hoofdklasse Men this century.
Unbeaten Negri claim MWHL title with 50 goals and clean sheet
By Malik Muhamad
Negri Sembilan players, coaches and officials pose after winning the MWHL title in Kuala Terengganu on Tuesday. Pic from Malik Muhamad
KUALA TERENGGANU: Negri Sembilan were crowned Malaysian Women's Hockey League (MWHL) champions after thrashing Terengganu 6-0 at the Kuala Terengganu City Council Hockey Stadium on Tuesday.
Perak referred to disciplinary board over unregistered player breach
By Aftar Singh
Terengganu Hockey Team’s (THT) Faizal Saari is banned for one match by the Malaysia Hockey League Disciplinary Board for fighting. -- NSTP/Filepic
KUALA LUMPUR: The Perak women's hockey team will be referred to the Malaysian Hockey Confederation (MHC) Disciplinary Board for fielding an unregistered player against Negri Sembilan in the Malaysia Women's Hockey League (MWHL) at Seremban Two Hockey Stadium on May 7.
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