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South Korea strengthen semifinal claim with 5-3 win over China in Asian Champions Trophy

KUANTAN (Malaysia): South Korea on Monday posted their first win in four outings in the Asian Champions Trophy hockey to keep in contention for a place in the semifinals of the six-nation tournament.

Having earlier secured a point from the 1-1 draw with India, the Koreans today won 5-3 to earn a total of four points from four outings so far.

They are now placed third in the preliminary league standings, one point ahead of Pakistan, who have played one game less.

China, for whom this was a crucial outing, pulled two goals back after trailing 1-5, but could not breach the Korean defence enough in the last quarter.

The Chinese are level with Pakistan on three points from three matches. But their last two fixtures are against top-ranked India and defending champions Pakistan.

Starting on a brisk note, the Koreans scored twice by the third minute of the match with a open play strike from Lee Jung-Jun in the opening minute and a penalty corner conversion by Kim Seong-Kyu in the third.

Yu Xin's field goal in the sixth minute brought China back, but a 15th minute penalty conversion from Kim Hyeong-Jin gave South Korea a 3-1 lead in the first quarter.

Another penalty corner conversion, this time by Yan Ji-Hun made it 4-1 for the Koreans in the 20th minute.

Kim Jun-Hu stretched the lead to 5-1 with a field goal eight minutes into the second half before China staged another recovery.

Goals from captain Meng Lei, who converted a penalty stroke in the 43rd minute, and Wen Hui's in open play in the 55th gave respectability to China's score, but they seemed disappointed not to have given the Koreans a stiffer contest.

China next take on Asian Games gold medallists India on Tuesday.

The Times of India



Lessons from Cikgu Shukri

By Jugjet Singh

CIKGU Shukri Mutalib has set his mind to lead Malaysia into another promising battle against India on Wednesday in the Asian Champions Trophy at the Kuantan Hockey Stadium.

A teacher by profession, the national hockey skipper and his men have so far scored three 'As' by beating Pakistan 4-2, China 5-1 and Japan 7-2 to check into the semi-finals.

With two more matches in hand, which could turn out to be the most difficult, Shukri is confident he can lead his men to victories.

"We still have to face India and then South Korea to complete our pool matches and I believe my team-mates can overcome whatever obstacles that come their way," said Shukri.

Interestingly, Shukri treats his mates as 'students' when it comes to handling them on the pitch.

"I am used to handling a large number of students with many more issues and problems in school. In hockey I only have 17 players to take charge and it is much easier as they are a disciplined lot."

Even though Malaysia have scored a total of 16 goals in three matches, but they have also let in five silly goals and look especially vulnerable in the last five minutes of every match.

"Against Japan, we were leading 7-0 and I felt that it was a moment to utilise my substitutes and I replaced goalkeeper S. Kumar and all the first choice defenders and fielded my reserves.

"Well, it was a good chance to give them some match practice ahead of the India and Korea matches. Even though it resulted in two goals in two minutes, I believe we have a strong bench to rely upon," insisted coach Stephen van Huizen.

Just like planning for lessons and motivating his students in class, Shukri has also been encouraging his mates, and parting information he picks up from watching other teams play.

"The most encouraging sign in this present team is that all the players are not selfish, especially the strikers. They are playing for the glory of Malaysia and not self pride. This can be seen in the passing done in the semi-circle, before goals are scored.

"One example is the three passes that led to Fazal Shaari blasting the ball to the top of the Japan net. It took real good understanding and unselfishness to achieve that goal.

Things are looking up for Malaysia, and now they must play two more pool to make the country proud, by finishing tops in the pool and play the fourth-placed team in the semi-finals.

RESULTS: South Korea 5 China 3.

TUESDAY: Pakistan v Japan (6.30pm), India v China (8.30pm).

WEDNESDAY: South Korea v Japan (6.30pm), Malaysia v India (8.30pm).

STANDINGS

         P  W  D  L  F  A  Pts
MALAYSIA 3  3  0  0  16 5  9
INDIA    3  2  1  0  14 5  7
S. KOREA 3  1  1  1  6  5  4
PAKISTAN 3  1  0  2  5  7  3
CHINA    3  1  0  2  6  11 3
JAPAN    3  0  0  3  5  19 0

Jugjet's World of Field Hockey



Malaysia will keep their guard up against India and S. Korea

By S. Ramaguru



KUANTAN: It will be the moment of truth as leaders Malaysia gear up to face favourites India and the ever-potent South Korea in their final two round-robin matches at the Asian Champions Trophy.

Malaysia are already through to the semi-finals in the six-nation hockey tournament with nine points after three wins over holders Pakistan (4-2), China (5-1) and Japan (7-2). They play India, the 2014 Asian Games champions, on Wednesday and South Korea, a three-time Asiad gold medallists, on Thursday.

National skipper Mohamed Shukri Mutalib said they must not be complacent but continue to work hard to get the desired results.

“We must maintain our level of consistency. It’s going to be tougher now, starting with India. The good thing is there’s better unity in the team and we are playing to our full potential,” said Shukri.

“It is also good to see the players hitting the goal trail and not selfish about who scores. We need to keep the winning mentality going and not be afraid of any team.

“But I must admit that India is at a level higher than the rest of the field. We need to improve a bit more and play better.”

India, coached by Dutchman Roelant Oltmans, are second in the standings with seven points from two wins and a draw.

National coach Stephen van Huizen admitted that India and South Korea would be tough to beat.

“Our plan from the beginning is to ensure we took full points from the first three matches to make the last four. The pressure is off us now. We can play India and South Korea at a measured pace. The players are improving with each match and are always working at rectifying their mistakes.

“This is good as the team is now more self-assured. With each win, the confidence level is also better. But how much we have really improved will be seen when we play against India,” said Stephen.

All-in, Malaysia have played India 109 times. The Malaysians have won only 15 times with their last win – a 3-2 success – coming in the Sultan Azlan Shah Cup last year. India have won 76 times while 18 matches ended in draws.

The Star of Malaysia



We have to behave like professionals: Sreejesh

Vivek Krishnan

CHENNAI: India's 3-2 win against Pakistan in a round-robin encounter of the Asian Hockey Champions Trophy in Malaysia on Sunday was always going to be of huge significance given the intense rivalry that the two nations have historically shared. Considering the current climate of hostility between the neighbouring countries, India's victory was inevitably going to be savoured even more.

As a result of the win, India - who came to the tournament after suffering a quarterfinal exit at the hands of Belgium in the Rio Olympics - have boosted their chances of sealing a semi-final berth. They are currently placed second in the table with seven points from three games and have two more games against China (on Tuesday) and hosts Malaysia in the group stages to follow.

Experienced campaigner PR Sreejesh said that they were well-aware of the tension brewing back home with regards to Pakistan, but they had to go about doing their jobs in a professional manner.

"We know that the situation with Pakistan is really bad. But we had to be professional as players and we made sure that we were not thinking about what's happening back in India," Sreejesh told TOI on Monday.

Talking about the dressing room atmosphere prior to the Pakistan game, Sreejesh added: "We didn't discuss anything other than how to counter Pakistan on the field. I didn't want my teammates to get distracted by allowing any external pressure to come in."

Rupinder Pal Singh, who played a major hand in India's come from behind victory by scoring the equaliser to make it 2-2 before Ramandeep Singh struck the winner, similarly noted that they were cautious of not getting too carried away with the occasion. "It was a crucial game. We just had to stay calm on the field and focus on our strengths," Rupinder said.

The 25-year-old from Punjab is considered one of the best drag-flickers in the world at present. He certainly lived up to his billing against Pakistan, scoring India's second goal by successfully converting a penalty corner to bring them back into the contest. "I was delighted with my contribution as the momentum shifted in our favour and I knew then that we could score another to win the game," the fullback added.

Rupinder, who made his international debut in the Sultan Azlan Shah Cup in May 2010, has plenty of big-match experience under his belt. He said that the key to doing well in these games is to keep a check on the emotions.

"In games of this magnitude, it is important to control your emotions. If we get carried away by the hype and the surroundings, we can tend to lose our focus and concentration," he noted.

While the Indian team still has a lot of work to do to become an all-round force, there seem to be reasons to be optimistic. They defeated eventual gold medallists Argentina in the group stages in Rio and didn't go down without putting up a fight in their defeat to Belgium at the last-16 stage.

Rupinder felt that they were benefitting greatly from the understanding that they share with coach Roelant Oltmans. "All the players share a good relationship with Oltmans. We have been working on the areas where we were lacking during the Olympics. Oltmans has made us focus on playing an attacking brand of hockey and on our conversion from penalty corners."

The Times of India



‘Not repeating mistakes is key', says hockey coach

By Nabil Tahir


Pakistan can ill-afford to make silly mistakes in their final two fixtures despite boasting a new flawless head-to-head record against both Japan and China. PHOTO COURTESY: AHF

KARACHI: Pakistan will have to cut down on their mistakes in the last two round robin matches if they are to qualify for the semi-finals of the ongoing Asian Champions Trophy in Malaysia, says the team’s head coach Khawaja Junaid.

A last gasp 1-0 win over South Korea was sandwiched by 4-2 and 3-2 defeats against Malaysia and India respectively, leaving Pakistan in third place in the six-team group.

With the top four set to progress, Pakistan are still on track to qualify for the semi-finals but need to cut down on their errors.

The Greenshirts play Japan today and China tomorrow and  have a near flawless record against the both.

In their 12 meetings with Japan, Pakistan have won 11 and scored a staggering 47 goals, while their defence has been breached only 11 times.

Against China  their record is even more impressive, having won all four, scoring 16 and conceding just four goals.

“Although our next two opponents are low-profile, we will still try and overcome the errors we made at the back. India were able to hit us with two quick goals after we took the lead, and such mistakes cost us that match. China and Japan may try to force us into mistakes again, so we have to try to not repeat them,” coach Junaid told The Express Tribune.

“We need to have more penalty corners and convert them as well, and not give any chances to Japan,” he added while adding that his charges inflicted a 4-1 defeat over today’s opponents in the Sultan Azlan Shah Cup earlier this year.

Malaysia currently sit atop the league standings with three wins in as many games, but that could change as their next two opponents are India and South Korea.

The Express Tribune



India eye victories against China, Malaysia to top league stage

KUANTAN (Malaysia): On a high after their morale-boosting win over arch-rivals Pakistan, India now eye wins against China and hosts Malaysia on successive days to finish on top of the round-robin league stage of the fourth Asian Champions Trophy hockey tournament, here.

India will play lowly China on Tuesday before squaring up against the home team on Wednesday.

The runaway 10-2 victory against Japan and the 3-2 win in Sunday's intense sub-continental contest against arch-rivals Pakistan has kept top-ranked India on course for the leading spot in the round-robin league, which could ensure them a favourable semi-final fixture.

But the draw against South Korea means India are two points behind Malaysia, who have gathered the maximum nine points from three outings.

Defending champions Pakistan are still on three points after suffering two losses, but will now go into two easy outings against Japan and China.

The victory over Pakistan has reinvigorated the Indian team that was stunned by the spirited show from South Korea the previous day, but team coach Roelant Oltmans says the boys need to improve on yesterday's fine show.

"We were much stronger than Pakistan yesterday (Sunday), but we need to raise our game further. We can improve on this performance," says Oltmans.

Missing some key players who are recuperating from injuries, coach Oltmans says the return to competitive hockey after the post-Olympic break has provided opportunity to several youngsters to showcase their skills.

But he was not very happy with the errors committed in the defence that allowed space for Pakistani strikers to have cracks at the Indian goal.

"Our defence made a few mistakes in the second half yesterday. Pakistan were able to spot and capitalise on them to score two goals," said Oltmans, emphasising the need for India to cut out errors in their own zone.

The two Pakistan goals came in the space of nine minutes when the game resumed after half-time, enabling them to neutralise India's early lead and then and surging 2-1 ahead.

But India possessed enough firepower to score two more goals and regain the initiative, which seemed to have been the feature of this encounter.

The coach wants his strikers to make their presence in the rival territory count and earn penalty corners.

"We need to have more penalty corners," he said.

"Make no mistake, China can give a tough contest," said Oltmans of India's next rivals in the tournament tomorrow, before taking upon hosts Malaysia on Wednesday.

Coaches have learnt not to take China's hockey team lightly since they pulled off a shock win over India in the 2006 Asian Games and went on to clinch the silver medal.

That 2006 appearance in the Asian Games final remains the best performance for the Chinese men's team.

Malaysia's three victories on the trot have put them at the top of the league standings with nine points.

Bronze medalists in all previous three editions of the Asian Champions Trophy, Malaysia will be eager to add more points to their tally to take the top place in the preliminary league.

The Times of India



FIH throws major part of Indo-Pak hockey history into dustbin

KUANTAN (Malaysia): An India-Pakistan encounter on the hockey pitch is one of the most sought-after and intense rivalry, acknowledged and followed by millions but the world body (FIH) seems to think otherwise as it has placed into dustbin a majority of this history.

An Indo-Pak crunch encounter provides the International Hockey Federation (FIH) its biggest audience by a huge margin, which in turn fetches millions of dollars in television rights.

Hosts at international tournament await an India-Pakistan match to boost their ticket sales.

The history of India-Pakistan hockey encounters goes back to their first clash in the Olympic Games final in 1956 at Melbourne.

And over the past six decades, this sub-continental clash, which has continued to keep hockey followers spell-bound, has occurred 166 times at venues across the hockey world. India's 3-2 victory on Sunday was their 54th, while Pakistan have 82 wins to their credit and 30 matches have been drawn.

But the FIH has decided that a majority of this hockey history should be erased.

The 'TMS Data' that the FIH has compiled and circulated around the world only list 46 India-Pakistan matches before yesterday's match in the fourth Asian Champions Trophy here.

The organisers at the ongoing Asian Champions Trophy are circulating statistics based on the FIH data, which seems to be a massive disservice to players who have toiled for decades to score goals and win medals on the pitch.

Of the 321 goals scored by Indian players, just 98 are deemed official by the FIH - the custodian of the game's records.

By the logic, Indian players who celebrated when they scored the remaining 223 goals seemed to have wasted their effort and time on the pitch.

Similarly, only 110 goals by Pakistani players against India were worth the effort and skills exhibited on the pitch, as per the FIH yardstick. The remaining 276 goals may perhaps best be listed in computer games, if the FIH master list - called the TMS Data - is to remain the yardstick of hockey's glorious history.

The glory achieved on the field seems to have been struck off the historical roster by the wise men handling the FIH master-list.

Decades after their skills dazzled the world and earned plaudits from fans, the players or their friends may now have to write to the FIH to check if any of their goals scored in India-Pakistan encounters were worth the effort.

Incidentally, if the FIH is to be believed, India and Pakistan have met in only 47 head-to-head internationals, including yesterday's action-packed encounter.

In the governing body's book, India are supposed to have won 19 matches and Pakistan 25, with just three drawn encounters in six decades.

The Times of India



Ireland v Belgium Women



Ireland played the first of two International Fixtures against Belgium in Auderghem this evening.  The teams last met in the final of an Invitation 4 nations in Dublin last August a game the Belgium’s won by 2-1

In the early stages of the game both teams were comfortable in possession.  Belgium got their first PC of the half but the Irish defence cleared the danger.  Ireland created their first opportunity at goal after good work by Beatty down the right flank. TIce had to be alert moments later to clear off the line.  Minutes later Belgium took the lead with a field goal by Louise Versavel. Ireland should have equalised after a lovely interchange with Meeke & Pinder resulting in Pinder's cross going unpunished at the far post.  O Flanagan was called into action to make two class saves before Belgium extended their lead after an intercept which gave Lisa Scheerlinck the easiest of chances with a tap in and a two goal lead.  Ireland finished the half the stronger and were rewarded after great work by Pinder and a classy finish by Evans

HT Ireland 1-2 Belgium

Ireland started as they had finished the first half with Wilson setting up Lloyd with a great chance but her shot went wide.  Against the run of play Belgium were awarded a PC which was converted by Scheerlinck for her second and a 3-1 lead.  Ireland were straight back into attack and had their first PC, after good work by Beatty, the resulting drag by Mullan was saved by Simons in the Belgium goal.  Barry was working tirelessly in the Irish press and Wilson was driving forward but Belgium were containing any Irish attacks. Belgium scored on the double in the 65th and 67th minutes from a PC converted by Anouk Raes and Jill Boon from open play.

Ireland have a chance to put things right when the play Belgium again tomorrow Tuesday with a 6pm start (Irish Time) this time at Waterloo Ducks club in Brussels. Congratulations to Robyn Chambers & Ruth Maguire who received their first caps this evening.

Ireland 1 (Nicola Evans)
Belgium 5 (Lisa Scheerlinck 2, Louise Versavel, Anouk Raes, Jill Boon)

Ireland: Grace O Flanagan (GK), Clodagh Cassin (GK), Yvonne O Byrne, Kate Lloyd, Nicola Evans, Katy Mullan, Lena Tice, Naomi Carroll, Emily Beatty, Gillian Pinder, Sinead Loughran, Ruth Maguire, Robyn Chambers, Lizzie Colvin, Hannah Matthews, Zoe Wilson, Ali Meeke, Rebecca Barry

Belgium: SIMONS Megane (GK), D'HOOGHE Aisling (GK), CAVENAILE Louise, FOBE Aline, RAES Anouk (C), VANDERMEIREN Judith, PUVREZ Emma, SCHEERLINCK Lisa, GERNIERS Alix, SINIA Emilie, WEYNS Anne-Sophie, VERSAVEL Louise, BEERNAERT Maureen, NELEN Barbara, STEENACKERS Silke, SIMONS Manon, BOON Jill, LANCKNEUS Marie.

Irish Hockey Association media release



'Unfriendly' Australia

By Jugjet Singh

AUSTRALIA continue their good relations with Malaysia at the Sultan of Johor Cup (SOJC) in Johor Bahru next week, but the hosts can expect nothing friendly about their visit this time around.

The Burras kick-off their campaign against Japan at Taman Daya Stadium on Oct 31 with a squad set for the upcoming Junior World Cup in India just one month later.

Australia, who finished a dismal fifth in last year's SOJC, missed the Junior World Cup podium in 2013 and having never finished outside the top three in back-to-back editions, the pressure is on Ben Bishop's men.

“As always, it was a difficult task to select this group. Our broader junior program has developed very good depth as a result of the great work done around our network," said in a recent interview in Australia.

“The group we have selected will enjoy another great competition in Johor this year against some quality international teams.

“This year, the SOJC presents a further opportunity for us as our major competition focus in the lead up to the Junior World Cup. I look forward to seeing our Burras take another step up in their development in readiness for the Junior World Cup.”

Bishop will want to avoid repeating their 2015 outing, where Australia only manage to defeat Pakistan.

Australia lost to Argentina on the opening day before bouncing back with a 6-2 win over Pakistan, only to lose 3-2 to hosts Malaysia in the following match. Australia also drew 4-4 with Great Britain and lost 1-0 to India before disposing Pakistan 5-0 to avoid finishing with the wooden spoon.

Australia have a largely unchanged side from last year. Among the 20 players selected are Rio Olympian Blake Govers and fellow Kookaburra Tom Craig. Kiran Arunasalam from the national development squad is also included while the rest are from the national juniors.

With a talent pool so wide, the players are unlikely to take the SOJC lightly as places for the trip to Lucknow, India are up for grabs.

Jugjet's World of Field Hockey



FIH confirms team allocation for Hockey World League Semi-Finals



The International Hockey Federation (FIH) has confirmed which teams will be taking part in each of the Hockey World League Semi-Finals being played in England, Belgium and South Africa between June and July in 2017.

Two men’s and two women’s Semi-Finals, which are Hockey World Cup 2018 qualifiers, will take place at these three locations between 15 June and 23 July.

10 teams will take part in each Semi-Final, with the first six now confirmed based on their current FIH Hero World Ranking. Four more teams will qualify for each Semi-Final from the Hockey World League Round 2 events taking place between January and April 2017.

England’s men will be looking to pack out the stands at London’s Lee Valley Hockey and Tennis Centre between 15-25 June as they look forward to welcoming Rio 2016 Olympic gold medallists Argentina, reigning European champions Netherlands, Asian champions India, Korea and Pakistan. With such an array of world class talent already confirmed, fans need not miss out. Whilst fixture details will be confirmed soon, fans can already buy tickets for all sessions, including the all-important classification matches, here.
http://englandhockey.seetickets.com/tour/world-league-men-s-hockey
The first women’s Semi-Final begins at the Stade Fallon in Brussels on 21 June and concludes on 2 July. Reigning world champions Netherlands will be going up against hosts Belgium, Oceania champions Australia, Hockey World League Season 2 runners up New Zealand, China and Asian champions Korea.

10 men’s and 10 women’s teams will then descend upon Randburg Hockey Stadium in Johannesburg between 8-23 July in the last of the Semi-Finals.

The men’s event will be contested between Hockey World Cup, World League and Champions Trophy winners Australia, Olympic silver medallists Belgium, Olympic bronze medallists Germany, New Zealand, Spain and hosts South Africa, winners of last year’s African Hockey Championship.

The women’s event will see England, who will be represented by many athletes who won the Rio 2016 Olympic gold medal for Great Britain, take on reigning Hockey Champions Trophy and World League champions Argentina, Olympic bronze medallists Germany, African champions and hosts South Africa, Pan American champions USA and Japan.

Composed of four rounds and played over two years, the Hockey World League shines a spotlight on the sport around the world. Even the smallest hockey-playing nations have the opportunity to write their own chapter in hockey’s history books.

A lot is at stake for teams participating in these Hockey World League Semi-Finals. Whilst vital FIH Hero World Ranking points will be awarded depending on final standings, the top teams from each Semi-Final will qualify for the 2018 Hockey World Cups in India (men) and England (women) in addition to the Hockey World League Finals taking place in India (men) and New Zealand (women) later in 2017.

With the Hockey World League already underway, you can follow all the action from Round 2 over the coming months from locations around the world. Each event will have its own event page on FIH.ch but you can also keep up to date with all the latest information from the Hockey World League by following FIH on Twitter, Facebook and Instagram.

Hockey World League Semi-Finals
Participating Teams

Men
London, England (15-25 June 2017)
Argentina; Netherlands; India; England; Korea; Pakistan + 4 teams from Hockey World League Round 2.

Johannesburg, South Africa (8-23 July 2017)
Australia; Germany; Belgium; New Zealand; Spain; South Africa + 4 teams from Hockey World League Round 2.

Women
Brussels, Belgium (21 June – 2 July 2017)
Netherlands; Australia; New Zealand; China; Korea; Belgium + 4 teams from Hockey World League Round 2.

Johannesburg, South Africa (8-23 July 2017)
England; Argentina; USA; Germany; Japan; South Africa + 4 teams from Hockey World League Round 2.

Hockey World Cup 2018 qualification information - download here.
Competition Details for 2016-17 Hockey World League - download here.

FIH site



Rot Weiss the Christmas number one in Germany



Rot Weiss Köln are guaranteed the winter lead in Germany as they closed out the first half of the Bundesliga campaign with an emphatic 5-2 win over title rivals Mannheimer.

Early goals from Mats Grambusch and Jonas Gomoll set them on their way and coach André Henning praised his side’s “exceptionally strong performance “ in the first half.

"At present, it shows the clear development going forward. The team has become even better this was the best game so far this season."

After those early goals, Gonzalo Peillat got one back on the scoreboard from a corner only for Tom Grambusch to make it 3-1. Peillat replied once more with his 20th goal of the competition in just ten games.

Gomoll extended the lead to 4-2 before half-time and Tom Grambusch made the game safe with a stunning solo goal with five minutes to go.

Henning added: "The fact that we were able to score four goals in the first half in Mannheim is already a clear sign that it went really well for us. That does not happen that often!”

It means Rot Weiss sit top with four points in hand over second place Crefelder who completed their first half of the campaign with a 4-0 win over TSV Mannheim.

Uhlenhorst Mülheim are third following a productive start to the season, ending their pre-Christmas campaign with a spectacular 6-5 win over Harvestehuder THC who sit in fourth. Mannheimer are fifth.

UHC Hamburg, in a three-way share of sixth, have the chance to move up the rankings, though, with two games next weekend. They play Harvestehuder on Saturday before meeting Klipper on Sunday.

After a tricky start to the season, waiting until their fifth game for their first win, but have since won five games in a row in addition to two big wins in the EHL. Moritz Fürste scored two goals in their most recent win over Nuremburg with Julius Schmid also on the mark.

Euro Hockey League media release



Four sides covered by one point in England



Two goals from Great Britain ace Ashley Jackson helped East Grinstead snatch victory from the jaws of defeat and beat league leaders Beeston 2-1 in the English Hockey League Premier Division on Sunday.

Jackson’s goals helped his side move up to second in the table on goal difference, just one goal behind Beeston. Tom Sorsby gave Beeston the lead with a goal after 17 minutes, and that was the only score until Jackson fired home from a penalty stroke on 58 minutes. And he clinched the win from a trademark penalty corner ten minutes later to take the win.

In Sunday’s other top flight clash, home side Hampstead and Westminster and Wimbledon fought out a 2-2 draw. Rupert Shipperley put the hosts ahead after just seven minutes, only for Simon Mantell to level five minutes before half time from a Wimbledon penalty corner. Jonny Codling retook the lead two minutes into the second half, only for Gordon McIntyre to level again with five minutes left.

Holcombe ran out 5-3 winners at Canterbury in the Kent derby match on Saturday to finish the weekend third – with a game in hand. Sam Ward and Harry Trusler put Holcombe 2-0 ahead, only for Canterbury to fight back with two goals from Cale Cramer. Barry Middleton took back the lead for Holcombe, and made it 4-2 with his second on 44 minutes.

Gareth Andrew scored on 58 minutes for Holcombe, and although James Oates pulled one back for Canterbury with two minutes left it wasn’t enough.

Euro Hockey League media release



Big wins for Grange and Western in National League


Uddingston v Edinburgh University

A successful weekend for Grange saw the club finish at the top of the table in Men’s National League Division 1.

Bromac Kelburne had gone top of the league on Saturday after a comfortable 6-1 win over AAM Gordonians. Jonny Christie was their main contributor with a hat trick, while Lee Morton, Gary Maitles, and Ben Petersen got the other goals. The Paisley club had a 100% record after four games which was shattered by Grange on Sunday. Grange defeated Kelburne 2-1 in what was a tight match. The goals for Grange were bagged by Callum Milne and Duncan Riddell in front of an impressive crowd at Fettes. The successful weekend for Grange began on Saturday with an impressive 4-2 win away to Uddingston with goals from Luke Cranney, Dominic Wild, Joe Waterston and Cammy Fraser. The results mean Grange finished the weekend top of the table on 13 points with Kelburne second on 12.

On Saturday Edinburgh University moved level with Watsonians on nine points after defeating them in a 5-0 victory over the previous league leaders. Antonis Efthymiou scored twice while Ian Moodie, Jack Henderson, and Matthew Taylor all bagged a goal each. On Sunday Edinburgh University battled out a 2-2 draw away to Uddingston. Percy scored both goals for Uddingston.

Hillhead gave Grove Menzieshill a fright by netting twice in the first half with Chris Wilson and Ewan Campbell grabbing the goals. Grove Menzieshill stepped up the pace in the second half and Ciaran Crawford made their advantage count with three goals from penalty corners. 3-2 was the final score.

It wasn’t especially pretty but Western Wildcats and PSL Clydesdale shared the points in a 1-1 draw at Auchenhowie. Western took the lead in the first half with the best move of the game. Matt McGinlay's good work in the middle of the park opened things up for Rob Harwood who hammered in a fabulous cross for Ross Clunie to turn in. The home side conceded from a penalty corner right on half-time when Steven McKnight equalised. It ended a fair 1-1 result with two talented young teams giving 100%.


Hillhead v Dundee Wanderers

In the Woman’s National League Division 1, Milne Craig Clydesdale Western collected all three points by beating Watsonians 4-1 to maintain their outright lead at the top of the table with Grove Menzieshill inactive. Jenny Eadie scored from a penalty corner to give Western an early lead. Watsonians levelled before the interval but Western added three goals without reply in the second half through Millie Brown, Ali Howie, and Jenny Eadie. Western have 15 points at the top of the table with Grove Menzieshill trailing on 12 points with a game in hand.

Despite a good performance, Erskine Stewarts Melville FP were beaten by Edinburgh University 5-1. The match was 2-1 at half time but Edinburgh stepped things up in the second half to pull away from battling ESM.

Ten goals were scored in Hillhead versus Dundee Wanderers and Bromac Kelburne versus CALA Edinburgh with Dundee Wanderers and Bromac Kelburne both running out 5-0 winners. The results saw Kelburne rise to fifth and Wanderers to sixth with Hillhead dropping to eight and CALA remaining at the bottom of the table.

Scottish Hockey Union media release



Wazalendo, Telkom Orange win Sana Cup titles

By BRIAN YONGA


Telkom Orange players celebrate with the Sana Cup on October 23, 2016 at the Braeburn Mombasa International School.  

Wazalendo and Telkom Orange on Sunday won the 2016 Sana hockey tournament men’s and women’s titles at the Braeburn Mombasa International School.

Wazalendo shocked champions Kenya Police 2-1 in penalty flicks in the men’s final while Orange saw off Amira Sailors 3- 0 in the women’s affair.

The men’s final was locked at 0-0 after normal and extra time forcing flicks to decide the winner of the contest. Peter Mulati and Erick Ochieng successfully converted for Wazalendo while Willis Okeyo was on target for Police.

“It was a tough encounter but we dug deep and did not give up. Once we got to penalties I told my players that the ball was on our court to make this one count,” Wazalendo coach Fidhelis Kimanzi said.

“We have not had a very good season and this trophy will give us the impetus to aim for a good finish this season.”

Police, who were aiming for a fourth title, paid the price for missed chances having been pre-match favourites. Okeyo, skipper Brian Saina and striker Calvins Kanu were all guilty of missed chances in the encounter.

In the women’s encounter, goals from Kenyan international Maureen Okumu, Barbara Simyu and Jackline Mwangi fired Orange to their first title since 2013.

Orange had defeated champions USIU Spartans in the semi-final courtesy of a last minute strike by Mwangi while Amira saw off Sliders by the same score line with Leah Omwando hitting the winner.

24 teams took part in the two-day competition held in honour of the late hockey legend Agnelo de Souza.

Daily Nation



Maryland field hockey shut down the nation’s top scorer in its 2-1 win over UConn

By James Crabtree-Hannigan


Defender Courtney Deena sprints down the field in Maryland's 2-1 win against Connecticut on Oct. 23, 2016. (Marquise McKine/The Diamondback)

When Maryland field hockey coach Missy Meharg was beginning to review video of undefeated No. 1 Connecticut early in the week before the two squads met Sunday, one number stood out to her.

"Twenty-six," Meharg said. "I don't have a roster in front of me."

Meharg had spotted the nation's leading scorer. By game day, the Terps learned her name: Charlotte Veitner, the Huskies' junior forward.

But Veitner was a non-factor in Sunday's game. Terps defender Courtney Deena led a defensive effort that prevented Veitner from scoring in the Terps' 2-1 win.

"I didn't want her to get any types of steps or any touches in the circle," Deena said. "Just coming out and being more aggressive than I have in games past because I knew she is their top scorer."

The Huskies brought an impressive resume into to College Park. They were the last undefeated team in the country, combining the nation's most prolific offense with the second-ranked defense to secure the largest scoring margin in the nation.

Veitner entered the weekend averaging 1.47 goals and 3.80 points per game, both tops in the country and categories she led as a sophomore. Meharg said some of her strength comes from a unique German playing style.

"A lot of the women who have played field hockey in Germany have a [different] way of pulling the ball and stick position," Meharg said Thursday. "We'll take a look at that."

The team studied Veitner's game on video in preparation for Sunday's contest, but Meharg said it still took Deena and the defense some time to adjust on the field.

"In the first opening minutes [Veitner] kind of tooled [Deena] a little bit," Meharg said. "Until you're out there and you feel it, it's hard to feel it out."

In the fifth minute, she earned a penalty corner while trying to receive a pass with defender Grace Balsdon blanketing her. On the ensuing set piece, Veitner tallied her 47th-career assist to set a program record.  

That would be the Huskies' only goal of the game, though, as the Terps defense buckled down after a slow start.

"I just knew that for the next time, I had to stay higher than her so that if she did get the ball, I was still a step close to either tackle or interception," Deena said.

Deena spent the majority of the day shadowing Veitner as she probed the Terps backline.

"She takes one-on-ones very personally," Meharg said.

But for Deena, this matchup was especially intense.

Deena saw Veitner's stats. Veitner had 79 career goals and 11 career hat tricks. Against No. 9 Virginia on Sept. 18, she scored six times.

"I see those as challenges. They're fun things," Deena said. "When you're paired with someone that has such stats, you almost see it as like, 'I have to take this.'"

The Pickerington, Ohio, native, along with her fellow defenders and goalkeeper Sarah Bates, shut down Veitner, who took five shots and put two on goal. They were her lowest totals since Sept. 30.

"It's always nice when you keep a top goal scorer to none, because that's a goal," Deena said. "So I'm glad she didn't get any against us."

The Diamondback



Cal field hockey suffers 2 more conference losses

By Lucy Schaefer


Zainab Ali/File

The Cal field hockey team has had an experimental few weekends trying to create solutions that mitigate its goalie injury issues. While the Bears have been creative, they have not necessarily been successful.

Cal (4-10) had a tough weekend, taking two losses in conference play against the University of the Pacific (13-4) on Friday and No. 18 Stanford (9-5) on Sunday.

“In the Friday loss, we played pretty well and just made a couple minor mistakes. It was just a little more physical and emotionally draining that loss,” said Cal head coach Shellie Onstead. “(Sunday), we played probably 60 percent of pretty good hockey but couldn’t lift it when we needed it to kind of step up and control the game.”

In the first half of Friday’s game, Pacific scored one goal and posted another part way through the second half. About minute 60, Cal was down 2-0 and decided to pull its goalie for the remainder of the game to get an offensive edge. Seconds later, however, Pacific’s Marguerite van Wyk, who leads the team in shots, was able to capitalize on the empty net, scoring her second goal of the game and stretching the Pacific lead to 3-0.

Sophomore Melina Moore finally answered for the Bears in the 68th minute, following the rebound on a blocked shot to score before Pacific goalie Laura Pujade could get back into place. Unable to close the gap, the Bears faced a 3-1 loss to the Tigers.

Overall, the Bears actually amassed more shots than the Tigers, shooting 13 against Pacific’s 11. Though Cal outshot Pacific, the Bears were unable to continue this trend into their Sunday game against the Cardinal. Stanford logged 15 shots to Cal’s six and won the game 2-0. This constitutes the first time that Stanford has swept the Bears in the two-game conference series since 2002.

The Cal defense was kept on its toes for the first half but managed to keep the game scoreless going into halftime. Junior Mara Gutierrez was the only player to record a Cal shot in the first 35 minutes. Both she and freshman Lindsay Mathison both had two shots on goal by the end of the game.

Going into the second half, the Bears still managed to fend off the Cardinal’s strong offensive advances until Stanford’s Katie Keyser broke the stalemate in the 59th minute. With about 10 minutes left in regulation, Onstead again pulled the goalie. With the Bears’ net unguarded, Stanford managed to score another goal, ending the game with a 2-0 win.

This game was tough for Cal because it still had strong emotions toward its last matchup against Stanford, which resulted in a nail-biting shootout loss for the Bears.

Because of her recent concussion, junior goalkeeper Kori Griswold did not make an appearance this weekend. To take her place on the roster, sophomore Dakota Churchill, who played for the team last year but left to focus on academics, was invited to fill in for the goalies as freshman backup Danielle Mentink was also still injured. She made two saves Friday and recorded a collegiate career high of eight saves Sunday.

With rematches against UC Davis and Pacific yet to be played, Cal still has a chance to improve its 1-3 conference record in order to have a better standing for the America East Championships next month.

“The good news is that we are playing pretty complete games,” Onstead said. “I still feel like we are getting all the pieces in place to have a good finish to the season. We just have to get consistent.”

The Daily Californian



Presidential Candidate Profile: Ken Read



In the third of our articles introducing the candidates bidding to take on the role of FIH President, we profile Ken Read from Australia.

Australia’s place in the history of hockey is well-known. The women’s team has a haul of three Olympic gold medals and two Hockey World Cup titles, while the men won an Olympic gold in Athens 2004 and have three Hockey World Cup titles to their name.

As a former national player (first Hockey Champions Trophy Lahore 1978), Coach at the World Student Games and National Team Manager, Ken Read knows all about the playing side of hockey. He remains an active player at club level on the field; no longer as a goalkeeper.

When his high-level playing days were over, Read turned to officiating and administrating the game, taking on roles with the Hockey Australia Board and International Hockey Federation (FIH).

Much of his time during the past few years has been spent working on an event model that will increase interest in the sport and result in increased viewing popularity and hence income to the game.

At present, Read is Chair of the Tasmania Hockey Board, a position he will resign if he is elected as President, as well as Chairing the FIH Event Portfolio Panel, FIH Event Evaluation Panel and FIH Competitions Committee.

Not only has Read played and coached the game, but he has also been a Technical Director at two men’s World Cup events and the 2008 Beijing Olympics. It is, he says, a clear example of his ability to lead a team to work collaboratively.

John Coates is Vice-President of the International Olympic Committee. Speaking about Read, he said: “For me, the most relevant strengths that Mr Read can bring to the Presidency, apart from being a President for all hockey playing nations, is his legal training and current practice as senior counsel, which provides a strong sense of ethics and governance; and, his chairmanship of key FIH Committees and Panels, which provides an excellent contemporary knowledge of the strategic direction and operational requirements of this most important Olympic International Federation.”

David Hatt, President of Hockey Australia, added: “Ken Read has been an outstanding servant to hockey for many years and in a multitude of guises. His influence has been felt throughout the sport, from his home state of Tasmania, across Australia and on the global stage through his roles with the FIH.”

Read, who has been Chair of the FIH Competitions Committee for the past eight years, says: “My vision is for the Hockey Revolution to fund the development of the game worldwide and to provide every young person in every nation with the dream that they can compete at the Olympics in the magnificent sport of hockey. I am committed to Chairing the FIH Board in a collaborative manner. In this way all continents will have a voice, everyone will be listened to. Our sport will benefit as a result.”

And with an acknowledgement to the turbulence surrounding many other sports at the moment, Read adds: “Sport is under threat, not only from drugs and gambling, but also from governance that is either incompetent or corrupt. I have a passion to ensure the highest standards of governance in our sport.”

For more information on the voting process, click here.

FIH site



Presidential Candidate Profile: Dr Narinder Batra



Dr Narinder Batra has been a highly active Office Bearer of Hockey India since he took up the post of Treasurer in 2009. A year later, he became the Secretary General and was elected as President of the National Association in 2014.

India has a long and proud tradition within hockey and, with eight Olympic titles to its name, the Indian men’s team remains the most successful hockey nation to compete at an Olympics.

India’s national sport went through a slump when they failed to qualify for the 2008 Olympics, however with both the men's and women’s teams qualifying for Rio 2016, there is every indication that India are returning to the glory of past days.

The Secretary General of Hockey India, Mohd Mushtaque Ahmad, says that much of the recent growth and development by Hockey India can be attributed to the contribution of Dr Batra. He said: “Dr Batra has been instrumental in the rejuvenation of the sport in India over the last five years. He is a committed and dedicated individual that has a deep passion for the sport.” That rejuvenation, under Dr Batra’s stewardship, includes a growth in income of Hockey India from $500,000 to $14,100,000 USD over a six-year period.

Ahmad adds that a strong business acumen is another strong attribute for the Presidential candidate, saying: “Dr Batra will bring his experience and knowledge to lead FIH into the next phase of growth.”

Dr Batra acknowledges the challenges of running the National Association of a sport that is so much part of the social fabric in India. He said: “It is an extremely complex environment that requires management of many stakeholders. In my role as Secretary General and President of Hockey India, I have had to provide strong leadership to ensure the growth of the sport.”

The Hockey India League, which is now approaching its fifth season, has been the brainchild of Dr Batra with his vision to bring together the best of hockey from across the world to give the right kind of exposure to players as well as fans. As Chairman of Hockey India League, Dr Batra carries the responsibility for providing a sustainable competitive structure, which in turn feeds into the development of hockey.

Batra has been an integral and involved member of the FIH having served on the FIH Competitions Committee and currently a member of the FIH Executive Board. He has also worked closely with the Indian Olympic Association (IOA) and was instrumental in the IOA being reinstated by the International Olympics Committee in 2013-14.

An ability to effectively talk to and manage multiple stakeholders is an important quality that Batra reiterates: “As President of Hockey India and Chairman of the Hockey India League, I have to deal with all levels of stakeholders. In addition, Hockey India and Hockey India League hold regular meetings with all our partners, whether they are our members, sponsors, franchises, vendors, press, media, politicians or bureaucratic establishments.

“Hockey is without doubt, along with my family, one of my strongest passions. If elected President, my vision is not only to grow the number of countries that play hockey but also to ensure that more countries are competitive and the best of the sport is showcased.”

For more information on the voting process, click here.

FIH site



Presidential Candidate Profile: David Balbirnie



With the vote for FIH President less than a month away, we profile International Hockey Federation (FIH) presidential candidate David Balbirnie from Ireland.

Hockey Ireland has enjoyed a resurgence in the past few years, culminating in a historic first appearance at the Olympic Games in more than 108 years.

David Balbirnie has been at the heart of Ireland’s move up the world rankings. In the rationale supporting his nomination, Rob Johnson, CEO of Hockey Ireland, said: “David has a strong and proven track record as Irish Hockey’s Secretary General towards the development and integration of all regions of hockey in Ireland enabling us to enter and ultimately participate at the Olympic Games in Rio.”

Certainly Balbirnie’s involvement with the National Association has been a life-long affair. He has been actively involved with international hockey for more than 40 years, holding roles as Manager of the Irish senior outdoor and indoor teams and the under-21 teams. He was Honorary Secretary of Hockey Ireland from 1987 to 1993 and is a Honorary Life Member.

On the European front, Balbirnie has been on the Executive Board of the European Hockey Federation (EHF) for a number of years. He served as Secretary General for the EHF and, among the developments that he was involved in during his tenure, was the move to the new administrative headquarters in Brussels, the launch of the hugely successful Euro Hockey League and the integration of the former Soviet Union Republics into the European hockey competitive structure.

Within the FIH, Balbirnie is currently a member of the FIH Risk and Compliance Committee. Over the years he has been a member of the Executive Board and prides himself on his ability to communicate with a range of stakeholders and his knowledge of the workings of both the EHF and FIH.

He says: “I have a proven track record as a collaborative decision maker and the best way to provide an example of this is with the successful integration of all regions in Ireland to ensure our entry to participate in the Rio Olympics.”

In a time when every budget is under close scrutiny in all sports, Balbirnie is also keen to stress his financial acumen: “As a current member of the FIH Risk and Compliance committee, I play an important role in the management of FIH finances with significant oversight in this role. As Secretary General of EHF, I ensured the building of a strong balance sheet and sustainable financial plan.”

Brian Caruth, Chair of Hockey Ireland says: “David has been an outstanding ambassador for hockey in Ireland and throughout the world in his capacity as FIH Executive Board member and Honorable General Secretary of the European Hockey Federation.

“David's personality will ensure, if elected, that he will connect with all Member Associations within the hockey family enabling them to work together in harmony for the betterment of our sport, always looking to the future without forgetting the past. Hockey Ireland believes that David has the energy, passion and experience to lead the FIH."

For more information on the voting process, click here.

FIH site



EHF Member of Honour, R.David Balbirnie, stands for FIH Presidential Election



Brussels: With the all important upcoming FIH elections now less than a month away, the EHF is very pleased to endorse our European candidates.

In David Balbirnie, Sue Catton, Michael Green, Erik Cornelissen and Santi Deo the EHF believes that these candidates, if elected, would be fantastic ambassadors for hockey on the World stage. They bring with them a wide range of attributes and we are delighted to start our series of articles on them, with our Member of Honour David Balbirnie, who is standing for election as President of the FIH.

Hockey Ireland has enjoyed a resurgence in the past few years, culminating in a historic first appearance at the Olympic Games in more than 108 years.

David Balbirnie has been at the heart of Ireland’s move up the world rankings. In the rationale supporting his nomination, Rob Johnson, CEO of Hockey Ireland, said: “David has a strong and proven track record as Irish Hockey’s Secretary General towards the development and integration of all regions of hockey in Ireland enabling us to enter and ultimately participate at the Olympic Games in Rio.”

Certainly Balbirnie’s involvement with the National Association has been a life-long affair. He has been actively involved with international hockey for more than 40 years, holding roles as Manager of the Irish senior outdoor and indoor teams and the under-21 teams. He was Honorary Secretary of Hockey Ireland from 1987 to 1993 and is a Honorary Life Member.

On the European front, Balbirnie has been on the Executive Board of the European Hockey Federation (EHF) for a number of years. He served as Secretary General for the EHF and, among the developments that he was involved in during his tenure, was the move to the new administrative headquarters in Brussels, the launch of the hugely successful Euro Hockey League and the integration of the former Soviet Union Republics into the European hockey competitive structure.

Within the FIH, Balbirnie is currently a member of the FIH Risk and Compliance Committee. Over the years he has been a member of the Executive Board and prides himself on his ability to communicate with a range of stakeholders and his knowledge of the workings of both the EHF and FIH.

He says: “I have a proven track record as a collaborative decision maker and the best way to provide an example of this is with the successful integration of all regions in Ireland to ensure our entry to participate in the Rio Olympics.”

In a time when every budget is under close scrutiny in all sports, Balbirnie is also keen to stress his financial acumen: “As a current member of the FIH Risk and Compliance committee, I play an important role in the management of FIH finances with significant oversight in this role. As Secretary General of EHF, I ensured the building of a strong balance sheet and sustainable financial plan.”

Brian Caruth, Chair of Hockey Ireland says: “David has been an outstanding ambassador for hockey in Ireland and throughout the world in his capacity as FIH Executive Board member and Honorable General Secretary of the European Hockey Federation.

“David’s personality will ensure, if elected, that he will connect with all Member Associations within the hockey family enabling them to work together in harmony for the betterment of our sport, always looking to the future without forgetting the past. Hockey Ireland believes that David has the energy, passion and experience to lead the FIH.”

We asked David what sets him apart from the other candidates “Alongside my Vision on “International Relations”, “Event Portfolio”, “Governance” “Fan Engagement” and Marketing” we must also take particular care of our “Athletes welfare”.

As President of the International Hockey Federation I will ensure that there is a Players’ Association established to deal with matters such as career development, health and well-being, and fair contracts for employment.

Now we have had the Revolution it is time for EVOLUTION !”

EuroHockey media release



R. David Balbirnie's Vision as FIH President



R. David Balbirnie's Vision document as a candidate for Presidency International Hockey Federation (FIH) is available by clicking here.

Points from the document are below:

MY PRESIDENCY WILL ENSURE:

• That the FIH is open, transparent and provides good communications with all stakeholders

• That the Executive Board and professional staff are united and working in harmony for the benefit of you, the Member Associations

• Dynamic and accountable Presidency providing modern and open leadership

KEY TARGETS

INTERNATIONAL RELATIONS

 Our links with the International Olympic Committee (IOC) and the Association of Summer Olympic International Federations (ASOIF) are critical and should be developed and enhanced. I would like to involve our former Olympic Athletes in this process. We should develop links with Special Olympics and The International Association of Sport. We also need to improve our relationships with our Continental Federations and Member Associations.

ATHLETE WELFARE

More and more of our hockey players are choosing to make their livelihood from the game. This is something that we should welcome and embrace. I would like to see a Players’ Association established to deal with matters such as career development, health and well-being, and fair contracts of employment.

EVENT PORTFOLIO

 World Hockey League concerns from the Continental Federations and Member Associations need to be debated and addressed. For the new League to be successful we must ensure that we have the full support of all of those involved.

World Cup will increase from 12 to 16 teams in 2018 – this is a very positive signal for smaller nations and there may be room for further expansion.

ParaHockey should be embraced and developed. We must be inclusive in our sport and encourage the widest possible participation.

GOVERNANCE

We must protect Hockey’s reputation and this can only be achieved by being credible and acting responsibly – our actions must be sustainable. The FIH has grown and it is expected that it will grow further in the coming years, so the importance of having the correct operational structures has never been more critical. In order to manage this growth in our sport we need to have an independent review of our operational structures. At the heart of good governance is openness and strong communication.

FAN ENGAGEMENT

The experience of hockey fans is critical to the successful expansion of the support. We are all aware that there has been a rapid change in media viewing habits. While television remains the dominant platform, increasingly the widespread use of digital media means that we must widen the core television experience with digital to satisfy today's needs. Mobile devices are currently the medium of choice for under 25s and we need to react to this and anticipate trends and developments in order to facilitate our fans who want to watch the sport. We need to take the sport to a much wider audience. We have so many powerful stories about the athletes and their achievements that can help us to market the sport globally.

MARKETING

By remaining at the forefront of media technology, the sport is in a much stronger position to attract key partners. A strong media product means we can attract the partners that are vital to our future. We know that if we get the product right that there are global and local partners ready to support hockey. It is vital that funding flows down to you the Member Associations to help with your development – producing a marketing plan that is ‘designed globally but delivered locally’.

Irish Hockey Association media release

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