Tuesday 12 May 2026
Shane McLeod: “Olympic ticket via Pro League a higher priority”
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, Shane McLeod, head coach of the Belgium men’s side, shares his thoughts.
Jip Dicke queen of field goals, unique achievement Rotterdam
Ramon Min
Jip Dicke
SCHC striker Jip Dicke crowned herself top scorer in terms of field goals and Rotterdam's men set a new club record against Klein Zwitserland. Here are the figures from the final weekend.
CAM 92 jump from third to first in french final day drama
CAM 92 picked up the first EHL ROUND1 place on offer for French men as they won the topped the regular season table in dramatic fashion.
Welsh Titles retained and claimed as National Competitions come to a thrilling conclusion in Swansea 
The weekend of Saturday 2nd and Sunday 3rd May provided a wealth of fantastic hockey as Swansea Bay Sports Park played host to the Hoci Cymru National Finals.
Roundglass Academy Wins Sikh Union Club Centennial Hockey Title in Kenya
By Prabhjot Singh
PHOTO: Maninder K. Chandhoke
Roundglass Hockey Academy, a premier field hockey academy in India promoted by NRI Sunny Singh and his father Sarpal Singh, added a memorable chapter to the sporting legacy of Nairobi’s historic Sikh Union Club.
Once Malaysia’s golden coach, now Indonesia’s hockey architect
Muhammad Dharma Raj once built champions for Malaysia. Today, he is shaping the future of Indonesian hockey after turning the republic into an emerging regional force, while never losing his emotional bond with home.
Frankie D'Cruz
Muhammad Dharma Raj (centre) with the Best Coach award after being honoured at Indonesia’s Game Changer Award 2026 ceremony in Jakarta on Saturday, recognition for transforming the republic into a rising hockey force. (Dharma Raj pic)
PETALING JAYA: For years, Muhammad Dharma Raj built winning hockey teams in Malaysia.
MHC focuses on realistic goals, RTG inclusion remains uncertain
By Aftar Singh
Malaysian Hockey Confederation (MHC) president Datuk Seri Subahan Kamal being interviewed after the signing of a Memorandum of Agreement between Tenaga Nasional Bhd and MHC at the Leo Moggie Convention Centre, TNB Platinum, Bangsar. --NSTP/HAIDATUL ELYANI HERMAN
KUALA LUMPUR: Being in the Road to Gold (RTG) programme is not a concern to the Malaysian Hockey Confederation (MHC).
TNB pledges RM25 million to MHC, boost national hockey development
By Aftar Singh
Malaysian Hockey Confederation president Datuk Seri Subahan Kamal (2nd, left) exchanging documents with Tenaga Nasional Bhd president and chief executive officerDatuk Ir Ts Shamsul Ahmad (3rd, right) during the memorandum of agreement signing ceremony for the period of 2026 to 2030 at the Leo Moggie Convention Centre, TNB Platinum, Bangsar. -- NSTP/HAIDATUL ELYANI HERMAN
KUALA LUMPUR: Malaysia Hockey Confederation (MHC) secured a major boost by signing a RM25 million, five-year memorandum of agreement (MOA) with Tenaga Nasional Berhad (TNB), strengthening national hockey development.
Players shortlisted for US18 Asia Cup
ISLAMABAD: The Pakistan Hockey Federation (PHF) on Monday shortlisted 20 players for the Under-18 Asia Cup following the completion of the first phase of trials at the Bunda Ground.
DHA Hockey Academy a landmark initiative for revival of Pakistan hockey
PSWF president urges young players to restore national game’s lost glory through hard work
Riaz Ahmad
Photo: EXPRESS
LAHORE: President of the Pakistan Sports Writers Federation and Secretary General of AIPS Asia, Amjad Aziz Malik, has termed the DHA Hockey Academy, Lahore a major step towards the revival of Pakistan hockey, urging young players to dedicate themselves to restoring the country’s lost glory in the national game.
National Hockey Festival Returns to Florida’s Paradise Coast Naples to Host One of the Nation’s Premier Events
NAPLES, Fla. - USA Field Hockey is excited to announce the return of the National Hockey Festival to the Paradise Coast Sports Complex in Naples, Fla., bringing one of the country’s most celebrated field hockey traditions back to the Sunshine State. The event will welcome teams from across the nation for a weekend of high-level competition, community connection, and unforgettable experiences in beautiful Florida.
How hockey was invented
Explore the complete history of hockey, from its ancient origins to the invention of the modern game.
by Aanya Mehta
Hockey wasn’t invented by one person, it evolved over centuries from different stick and ball games. The sport’s origins are “murky,” but modern hockey as we know it was shaped and popularised in Canada during the 19th century.
New Zealand U21 Coaches & Managers Expressions of Interest
Hockey New Zealand (HNZ) is inviting Expressions of Interest (EOI) for coaching and team management roles within the New Zealand Under 21 (NZ U21) Men’s and Women’s campaigns.
Federal investment in sport signals a strong future for Field Hockey Canada
Incoming funds will help important work continue around building strong governance
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Momentum is building around investing in sport as a tool to building a stronger, more resilient nation, and Field Hockey Canada is well positioned to benefit.
Monday 11 May 2026
Why world’s best hockey player Xan de Waard is walking away
Dutch hockey journalist Ramon Vin on the five truths about knowing when you’re ‘done’
Captain Xan de Waard celebrates another goal for the Dutch women PIC: Worldsportpics
Two hours before taking the pitch against HGC, Xan de Waard did something more definitive than any tactical adjustment. She posted to Instagram.
Men’s and Women’s U-18 Asia Cup schedule announced
s2h team
The future of Asian hockey is set to take center stage in Japan as the U-18 Men’s and Women’s Asia Cup tournaments commence on May 29, 2026. While the spotlight remains on the young stars of the future, a significant narrative surrounds the Indian dugout. Legendary former captains Sardar Singh and Rani Rampal are leading the U-18 men’s and women’s teams, respectively, in a tournament that serves as a crucial platform for them to establish their credentials as world-class coaches.
Rewatch: Amsterdam up for title defence, Rotterdam turns up the heat
During the final match round in the Tulp Hoofdklasse Men, Rotterdam turned up the heat for the playoffs and Amsterdam secured a ticket for the nacompetition for the title. Check the highlights here.
Hurley save, HDM and Oranje-Rood in play-outs
Peter Klanke
Hurley Women
Hurley women have maintained their place in the Tulp Hoofdklasse on the 22nd and final round. The Bosuilen won 1-0 in and against Tilburg on Sunday, moving up from 11th to a safe ninth place. HDM and Oranje-Rood must try to maintain their positions at the highest level via the play-outs. HDM lost 3-1 to Kampong in Utrecht and dropped from eighth to tenth place. Oranje-Rood had no chance against Den Bosch (0-6) and finished the regular league in eleventh place.
Rewatch: hat-trick Van der Elst and Matla, special goal Veen
Marijn Veen
On the final match round in the Tulp Hoofdklasse Women, Fay van der Elst (Amsterdam) and Frédérique Matla (Den Bosch) each scored a hat-trick, while Marijn Veen reached the milestone of fifty league goals for Amsterdam. Watch the highlights here.
Polo pin down EHL spot in Germany
Hamburger Polo emphatically got the result they needed to secure the first place in EHL Men on offer in Germany as they defeated Club an der Alster 5-1.
Lisnagarvey and Railway Union crowned Irish EY Champions Trophy winners in epic finale to the 2025/26 season.
Lisnagarvey: It was a fitting end to a sensation domestic hockey season, as Lisnagarvey and Railway Union crowned themselves EY Champions Trophy winners in two epic finals.
Milliken the Garvey hero in Irish men’s decider
James Milliken was the Lisnagarvey star for the second successive weekend as the goalkeeper’s shoot-out heroics earned the club the men’s EY Champions Trophy in Ireland.
Railway steam to third successive Irish title
Railway Union won the Irish women’s EY Champions Trophy title to qualify for the EHL for a third successive season, seeing off Loreto in the decider at Hillsborough.
Southern Gauteng Crowned SA Hockey IPT 2026 Champions for First Time Since 2021
Southern Gauteng were crowned SA Hockey IPT 2026 champions after a 2-0 victory over Northern Blues in a thrilling Gauteng derby final at the University of Johannesburg on Saturday, 9 May 2026. All Photos: Marcel Sigg / SA Hockey
The SA Hockey IPT 2026 reached its conclusion under the lights at the University of Johannesburg in Johannesburg on Saturday, 9 May 2026, with two outstanding women’s medal matches bringing the curtain down on a week of elite provincial hockey.
TNB eye 100 per cent record in MHL
By Aftar Singh
A player from TNB Thunderbolts shielding the ball from a Territory Stingers player in Malaysia Hockey League match at the National Hockey Stadium in Bukit Jalil. -- Pic from Hokita FB
KUALA LUMPUR: Tenaga Nasional (TNB) are unstoppable in the Malaysia Hockey League (MHL), making it their mission to win three matches this week to top the nine-team standings halfway through the league.
https://www.nst.com.my/sports/hockey/2026/05/1436979/tnb-eye-100-cent-record-mhl
What exactly is Malaysian hockey being rewarded for?
The Sportswriters Association of Malaysia’s decision to honour the Malaysian Hockey Confederation raises uncomfortable questions about what success in Malaysian sport now looks like.
Frankie D'Cruz
The Malaysian Hockey Confederation will take centre stage on Wednesday when it receives the Dynamic Sports Association honour at SAM’s 2025 awards ceremony.
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