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Hockey Haryana crowned Champions of the 14th Hockey India Senior Women National Championship

Hockey Haryana defeated hosts Hockey Maharashtra 1-1 (3-0 SO) to clinch Gold



Pune: Hockey Haryana defeated hosts Hockey Maharashtra 1-0 (3-0 SO) in a nail-biting Final to win the 14th Hockey India Senior Women National Championship at the Major Dhyanchand Hockey Stadium Pimpri, Pune. While Deepika (26’) scored for Hockey Haryana in regulation time, Navneet Kaur, Usha and Sonika scored in the shootout and their Captain Savita made three successive saves to take them to glory.

Savita Punia leads Hockey Haryana to National title

Savita Punia made three consecutive saves in the final to lead Hockey Haryana to the title of Senior Women National Championship.


Hockey Haryana won the 14th Women Senior National Championship by defeating Hockey Maharashtra in the final.

Indian women's hockey team captain Savita Punia continued her national team heroics at the 14th Senior Women National Championship and made three consecutive saves in penalty shootout of final to lead Hockey Haryana to title on Saturday.

Muhajir has that 'extra' for national team

By Aftar Singh


Maybank player Muhajir Abdu Rauf (in yellow)

KUALA LUMPUR: If you can play in more than one position in the national hockey team, chances are you will get the nod from chief coach Sarjit Singh.

Scotland Aspiring Girls win against Canada U18 at Fettes



A solid performance including two excellent goals saw Scotland Aspiring Girls win 2-0 against Canada U18 Girls at Fettes, in Edinburgh.

Hockey Ireland Domestic Weekend Results Round-Up:

Last Tuesday, Thursday and Saturday Mar 23



EY HOCKEY LEAGUE MEN’S DIVISION 1: INSTONIANS 0 LISNAGARVEY 9

The week’s action got underway, in the EYHL Men’s Division 1 at Shawsbridge where Instonians hosted Lisnagarvey on Tuesday. For Instonians points were desperately needed if automatic relegation was to be averted and for Lisnagarvey in second place in the table, the points were needed if Banbridge were to be denied back-to-back League titles. Oliver Kidd scored from open play in the 6th minute to give the visitors the lead. Matthew Nelson added a second in the 17th minute. Captain Andrew Williamson opened his account with a goal from open play in the 26th minute and got his second of the game, converting a penalty corner in the 31st minute and Lisnagarvey led 4-0 at half-time. Daniel Nelson got his first of the game for Lisnagarvey in the 38th minute to further increase their lead. Matthew Nelson got his second of the game in the 59th minute to make the score 6-0 to Garvey. Daniel Nelson grabbed his second of the game in the 60th minute to make it 7-0 and Matthew Nelson completed his hat-trick for 8-0 in the 64th minute. Anything Matthew Nelson can do Daniel can match and he completed his hat-trick in the final minute converting a penalty corner to leave Lisnagarvey 9-0 winners.

Nyamira Girls retain title as Ringa Boys crowned new Nyanza hockey champions in Kenya

By Washington Onyango


Nyamira Girls players, teachers and fans celebrate after retaining the Nyanza Region hockey girls title.[Washington Onyango,Standard]

East Africa and national champions Nyamira Girls displayed their dominance once again by successfully defending their Nyanza Region Secondary School hockey girls title.

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13th African Games 2023 - Accra , Ghana
Accra

All times GMT

Men

17 Mar 2024 14:00     GHA v NGR (One Pool)     1 - 0
17 Mar 2024 16:00     KEN v EGY (One Pool)      2 - 3
18 Mar 2024 10:00     EGY v NGR (One Pool)     5 - 4
18 Mar 2024 16:00     KEN v GHA (One Pool)     1 - 3
20 Mar 2024 14:00     NGR v KEN (One Pool)     2 - 1
20 Mar 2024 16:00     GHA v EGY (One Pool)     0 - 1
22 Mar 2024 14:00     NGR v KEN
22 Mar 2024 16:00     EGY v GHA   

Pool Standings

Women

17 Mar 2024 10:00     KEN v GHA (One Pool)     1 - 4
18 Mar 2024 14:00     NGR v GHA (One Pool)     0 - 1
20 Mar 2024 10:00     NGR v KEN (One Pool)      1 - 0
22 Mar 2024 10:00     GHA v NGR (Final)       

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Proper Paris Olympics preparations means no African Games for SA hockey


The South African Sports Confederation and Olympic Committee (Sascoc) announced the decision, with the main goal of peaking at the Paris Olympics forcing the move. Seen here: South Africa's Marizen Marais (L) celebrates with teammates. Picture: Martin Bureau/AFP

With one eye on the Paris Olympics, the SA men’s and women’s hockey teams this week were forced to withdraw from the African Games in Accra, Ghana, with poor playing surfaces in the host country as the reason for the decision.

Indoor Pan Am Cup 2024
Calgary, Alberta, Canada

All times GMT -7.00

Men

20 Mar 2024 13:45     TTO v USA (Round Robin)     3 - 4
20 Mar 2024 17:00     CAN v GUY (Round Robin)     3 - 3
20 Mar 2024 18:15     ARG v USA (Round Robin)     8 - 1

21 Mar 2024 13:45     GUY v TTO (Round Robin)     
21 Mar 2024 17:00     USA v CAN (Round Robin)     
21 Mar 2024 18:15     TTO v ARG (Round Robin)     

Pool standings

Women

20 Mar 2024 12:30     ARG v URU (Round Robin)     8 - 1
20 Mar 2024 15:00     CAN v USA (Round Robin)     2 - 6

21 Mar 2024 12:30     USA v URU (Round Robin)     
21 Mar 2024 15:00     ARG v CAN (Round Robin)     

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IPAC Day 2


Credit: Yan Huckendubler

ARG v URU (Women)

The Argentine field hockey team defeated the Uruguayan women with a score of 7-1 in the second day of the Pan American Cup, thus fueling their aspirations to achieve a better position in the semifinals. Although Uruguay opened the scoring with a goal from Sol Amadeo at the 2nd minute, Lara Irianni turned the game around with goals at the third and fourth minutes, ensuring a partial advantage for the Argentinians at the end of the first quarter. In the second half, Natalia Bocchero (minute 15) and Martina Navarro (minute 19) extended Argentina's lead, taking a 4-1 score into halftime.

Indoor USMNT Holds Off Trinidad & Tobago for Second Win of 2024 IPAC


Credit: Yan Huckendubler

CALGARY, Canada – The No. 9 U.S. Men’s National Indoor Team faced a tough opponent in their second game of the 2024 Indoor Pan American Cups when they faced No. 18 Trinidad and Tobago. After finishing the first half tied, the second was action packed but USA never trailed to hold on for the 4-3 win.

Stickmen fall to USA 4-3, semis spot in jeopardy

by Nigel Simon


T&T’s Lyndell Byer, right, closes in on USA’s Lasse Nobereit in their Indoor Pan American Hockey Cup match at the Seven Chiefs Sportsplex & Chief Jim Starlight Centre in Alberta, Canada, yesterday. USA won 4-3. Courtesy PAHF/Yan Huckendubler

T&T senior national men’s hockey team will go into Thursday’s final set of round-robin matches in the five-team Indoor Pan American Hockey Cup in Alberta, Canada needing one win from their matches winless Guyana and table-topper Argentina to cement a top-four finish and a place in the semifinals.

Indoor USWNT Defeats Canada, Sit Top of Pool After Second Day of 2024 IPAC


Erin Mason back in USA colours. Credit: Yan Huckendubler

CALGARY, Canada – In their second 2024 Indoor Pan American Cup game, the No. 8 U.S. Women’s National Indoor Team took on hosts No. 12 Canada. USA opened the scoring at the end of the first quarter and never looked back as Reese D’Ariano (West Chester, Pa.) tallied five in the 6-2 victory.

Argentina Tops Indoor USMNT at 2024 IPAC


Credit: Yan Huckendubler

CALGARY, Canada – In their second game of the day at the 2024 Indoor Pan American Cups, No. 9 U.S. Men’s National Indoor Team met a fast paced No. 11 Argentina. After a relatively even first half, Los Leones broke through in the second by putting up five goals to top USA, 1-8.

First Ever FIH Hockey5s World Rankings Released



Following the conclusion of the inaugural FIH Hockey5s World Cup in Oman earlier this year, the International Hockey Federation (FIH) has released the first ever Hockey5s world rankings. The rankings take into consideration the performances of the teams in the Continental Championships* for the World Cup and the Hockey5s World Cup itself.

Netherlands teams top first Hockey5s world rankings


Oman won bronze in men's Hockey5s World Cup PIC: WORLDSPORTPICS / RODRIGO JARALILLO

The International Hockey Federation (FIH) has released the first ever Hockey5s world rankings following the first shortened format World Cup, with president Tayyab Ikram saying the “global hockey community has thoroughly embraced the Hockey5s format.”

Indian men and women occupy second place

Uruguay (1350) and South Africa (1350) are tied for fourth place after their impressive show at the World Cup. Malaysia (1250) is ranked sixth following a sixth-place finish in the World Cup.


The Indian men’s team occupies the second spot jointly with Oman and Malaysia, following a three-way tie with 1400 points each. (File Photo) | Photo Credit: PTI

Indian men’s and women’s teams are both placed second in the maiden Hockey 5s rankings issued recently by the world body (FIH).

Boss unhappy over Rahull coming to work late after national training

By Aftar Singh


National hockey trainee Nur Rahull Hrsikesa Thaitchana Muruthi

KUALA LUMPUR: Nur Rahull Hrsikesa Thaitchana Muruthi turned up for work late in Penang after attending national hockey training a day earlier in Kuala Lumpur.

Syed Syafiq returns from retirement because of unfinished business

By Aftar Singh


Penalty corner specialist Syed Syafiq Syed Cholan has come out of retirement to play for the national hockey team again. - NSTP/ASWADI ALIAS

KUALA LUMPUR: Penalty corner specialist Syed Syafiq Syed Cholan has come out of retirement to play for the national hockey team again.

Hardik Singh: A hockey career steeped in family legacy



Growing up in a household obsessed with hockey... Challenges in carrying forward a family legacy... The vice-captain of the Indian men's hockey team, Hardik Singh, answers it all.

The 14th Hockey India Senior Women's National Championship: Hockey Madhya Pradesh, Hockey Haryana, Hockey Jharkhand, Hockey Maharashtra through to Semis



Pune: The 14th Hockey India Senior Women National Championship at the Major Dhyanchand Hockey Stadium Pimpri, Pune witnessed Hockey Madhya Pradesh, Hockey Haryana, Hockey Jharkhand and Hockey Maharashtra winning their respective Quarter-Finals to inch one step closer to the championship.

Preview: The 14th Hockey India Senior Women's National Championship: Stage set for exhilarating Semi-Finals

Star-studded Hockey Haryana to play last year’s Bronze medalists Hockey Jharkhand in their Semi Final; Defending Champions Hockey Madhya Pradesh will face hosts Hockey Maharashtra in their Semi-Final



Pune: After the 14th Hockey India Senior Women National Championship witnessed Hockey Madhya Pradesh, Hockey Haryana, Hockey Jharkhand and Hockey Maharashtra winning their respective Quarter-Finals at the Major Dhyanchand Hockey Stadium Pimpri, Pune on Wednesday, the focus shifts to the Semi-Finals which promises enthralling hockey. Hockey Haryana will face Hockey Jharkhand while Hockey Madhya Pradesh will take on Hockey Maharashtra in the Semi-Finals. Both games are scheduled to take place on 22nd March.

EHL FINAL8 steps up commitment to sustainability



The ABN AMRO EHL FINAL8 will step up its commitment to be as sustainable and circular as possible when it welcomes fans to the Wagener Stadium from March 28 to April 1.

EHCO Trophy continues to showcase Euro U19 talent



As the Euro Hockey League (EHL) reaches its pinnacle with the final phase set to unfold in the Netherlands this Easter, the spotlight shifts to the EHCO Trophy for the second edition of this premier youth hockey tournament.

First Dry Hockey Turf in Africa installed at St. Andrews School, Bloemfontein



Earlier today, in a historic moment for hockey, the first ‘dry hockey turf’ in the African continent was inaugurated at St. Andrews School in Bloemfontein, South Africa, with FIH Executive Board (EB) Member and South Africa Hockey Association (SAHA) President, Deon Morgan in attendance.

‘Feels like a dream’: Maddie Hinch toasts OBE after glittering GB Hockey career

By Rod Gilmour


Maddie Hinch is made an Officer of the Order of the British Empire by the Princess Royal at Windsor Castle PIC: PA

Maddie Hinch was made an OBE on Wednesday as GB’s star goalkeeper admitted that she had yet to take a step back and take in the success of being part of a “golden generation” of women hockey players.

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12th Hong Kong Men's Quadrangular Hockey Tournament
Hong Kong (HKG)

All times GMT +8

8 Mar 2024 13:00     THA v MAC (One Pool)     4 - 0
8 Mar 2024 17:30     TPE v HKG (One Pool)       1 - 1
9 Mar 2024 11:30     THA v TPE (One Pool)       3 - 2
9 Mar 2024 18:15     MAC v HKG (One Pool)      0 - 6
10 Mar 2024 12:15     TPE v MAC (One Pool)     11 - 0
10 Mar 2024 16:45     HKG v THA (One Pool)     

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7th Women’s Hockey Invitational Tournament

8 Mar 2024 15:15     SGP v TPE (One Pool)      1 - 0
8 Mar 2024 19:45     HKG v INA (One Pool)     7 - 0
9 Mar 2024 13:45     TPE v INA (One Pool)      1 - 0
9 Mar 2024 16:00     HKG v SGP (One Pool)     2 - 0
10 Mar 2024 10:00     INA v SGP (One Pool)     2 - 0
10 Mar 2024 14:30     TPE v HKG (One Pool) 

Pool Standings

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Tenaga clinch historic treble with thrilling Malaysian TNB Cup victory

By Aftar Singh


Tenaga Nasional ended the season on a high by winning their first treble. - NSTP/HAIRUL ANUAR RAHIM

KUALA LUMPUR: Tenaga Nasional ended the season on a high by winning their first treble.

China's Liaoning crowned Vivian May Soars Cup champions

By Aftar Singh


China’s Liaoning exacted sweet revenge over Malaysian Universiti (MU) to win the Vivian May Soars Cup final at the National Hockey Stadium in Bukit Jalil today. - NSTP/HAIRUL ANUAR RAHIM

KUALA LUMPUR: China's Liaoning exacted sweet revenge over Malaysian Universiti (MU) to win the Vivian May Soars Cup final at the National Hockey Stadium in Bukit Jalil today.

Hockey Ireland Domestic Weekend Results: Saturday March 9th



EY HOCKEY LEAGUE MEN’S DIVISION 1: THREE ROCK ROVERS 1 – 1 YMCA

The postponed game from the previous Saturday went ahead on Thursday night at Grange Road. Tevin Kok gave the visitors, YMCA the lead in the 31st minute with a goal from open play. Ben Johnson equalised with a converted penalty corner in the 57th minute to secure a share of the spoils for Three Rock Rovers.

‘The players are focused on winning the tournament,’ says Hockey Madhya Pradesh Coach Vandana Uikey

Hockey Madhya Pradesh will take on Chhattisgarh Hockey in the 14th Hockey India Senior Women National Championship 2024 opener



Pune, 09th March 2024: Defending Champions Hockey Madhya Pradesh will look to repeat their performance from the previous season when they take part in the 14th Hockey India Senior Women National Championship 2024 which begins on Wednesday, the 13th of March in Pune, Maharashtra.

Amazing matches at the Junior Schools Cup and Plate Finals 2024

Junior Girls’ Cup Final – Edinburgh Academy 2-2 (2-4) George Watson’s College



A thrilling Junior Girls’ Cup Final was won by George Watson’s College after their contest with Edinburgh Academy finished 2-2 and was won 4-2 in the shootout.

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12th Hong Kong Men's Quadrangular Hockey Tournament
Hong Kong (HKG)

All times GMT +8

8 Mar 2024 13:00     THA v MAC (One Pool)     4 - 0
8 Mar 2024 17:30     TPE v HKG (One Pool)       1 - 1
9 Mar 2024 11:30     THA v TPE (One Pool)       3 - 2
9 Mar 2024 18:15     MAC v HKG (One Pool)     
10 Mar 2024 12:15     TPE v MAC (One Pool)     
10 Mar 2024 16:45     HKG v THA (One Pool)     

Pool Standings

7th Women’s Hockey Invitational Tournament

8 Mar 2024 15:15     SGP v TPE (One Pool)      1 - 0
8 Mar 2024 19:45     HKG v INA (One Pool)     7 - 0
9 Mar 2024 13:45     TPE v INA (One Pool)      1 - 0
9 Mar 2024 16:00     HKG v SGP (One Pool)     
10 Mar 2024 10:00     INA v SGP (One Pool)     
10 Mar 2024 14:30     TPE v HKG (One Pool) 

Pool Standings

FIH Match Centre

Celebrating women leading the way forward in hockey



On the field and off the field. As players, coaches, umpires and administrators. On this International Women’s Day 2024, a year where the International Hockey Federation (FIH) celebrates its centennial, we focus on eight women who have been leading the way over the past few decades, and creating a blueprint for success that will benefit the generations to come, as they look to these role models and follow in their footsteps.

Savita’s message on International Women’s Day: Believe in yourself and you can achieve beyond limits

The Indian Women’s Captain says that steps have been taken to enhance gender equality in sports



 New Delhi: On the occasion of International Women’s Day 2024, Indian Women’s Team Captain, Savita Punia delivered a strong message and said that the key to achievement lies in believing in yourself. She said, “When I started playing, I was lucky that I got full support from my family despite the challenges. That was a massive confidence booster for me. However, that was not the case for everyone. But with time, situation has changed for the good. So, always believe in yourself and don’t think that you are any less than anyone. Set your goals, and put all your hard-work with determination and motivation. It may take a bit of time to achieve your goals, but in the end, you will always get there.”

Hockey Ireland launches ‘See Us, Be Us, Back Us’ campaign



Today Hockey Ireland celebrated International Women’s Day with the launch of its latest campaign in support of the women’s game.

Hoci Cymru Young Ambassador Lily Morgan continues to make strides in her mission



Last year, we told the story of Hoci Cymru Young Ambassador Lily Morgan, who spoke in front of the EuroHockey General Assembly in Monchengladbach, Germany in August.  

England Hockey League 2023/24 Premier Division Weekend 15 Preview



Teams continue on week 15 of the Women's and Men's England Hockey Premier Division with everything still left to play for and Rod Gilmour from The Hockey Paper has previewed all the anticipated action.

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Andijan (UZB)

All times GMT +5

Men

26 Feb 2024 10:30     KAZ v TJK (One Pool)        0 - 2
26 Feb 2024 14:30     UZB v KGZ (One Pool)     13 - 0
27 Feb 2024 14:30     TJK v KGZ (One Pool)        5 - 0
27 Feb 2024 16:30     UZB v KAZ (One Pool)        8 - 1
29 Feb 2024 14:30     KAZ v KGZ (One Pool)        8 - 0
29 Feb 2024 16:30     TJK v UZB (One Pool)        0 - 11
2 Mar 2024 10:30     KAZ v KGZ (3/4th Place)      8 - 0
2 Mar 2024 14:30     UZB v TJK (Final)                    7 - 0

Pool Standings

Women

26 Feb 2024 12:30     KAZ v TJK (One Pool)     13 - 1
28 Feb 2024 16:30     UZB v KAZ (One Pool)       1 - 1
1 Mar 2024 16:30     TJK v UZB (One Pool)         0 - 15
2 Mar 2024 16:30     UZB v KAZ (Final)                1 - 2

Pool standings

FIH Match Centre

Paris 2024 Hockey Olympic tournaments match schedules to be revealed on 6 March at Olympic House!



The International Hockey Federation (FIH) is glad to announce that the match schedules of the Paris 2024 hockey Olympic tournaments – women and men – will be unveiled on 6 March at the Olympic House in Lausanne by IOC President Thomas Bach and FIH President Tayyab Ikram.

Western Province Men and KZN Raiders Women defend their titles at the SPAR & Tops at SPAR Indoor Hockey IPT



A frenetic four days across two Western Cape venues have reached their conclusion and our champions have been crowned. Ultimately it was the defending champions in both tournaments who followed similar scripts to reverse their pool stage defeat and emerge victorious.

South African Hockey Unveils Mustapha Cassiem and Tegan Fourie as Indoor Hockey Players of the Year



South African Hockey proudly announced Mustapha Cassiem and Tegan Fourie as the SA Indoor Hockey Players of the Year during the inaugural SA Indoor Hockey Awards ceremony held at the Wynberg Military Base in Western Cape.

Hockey Ireland Domestic Weekend Results Round-Up – Saturday March 2



EY HOCKEY LEAGUE MEN’S DIVISION 1: THREE ROCK ROVERS  V YMCA

This game failed an early morning pitch inspection, there was ice and residual snow still on the field, so the game was postponed. It will be rescheduled for another date in due course.

Indian Men’s Hockey Team midfielder Manpreet Singh recalls his top 5 moments after making 350 appearances

The charismatic midfielder made his 350th appearance against Spain on 10th February



New Delhi: Manpreet Singh, the prolific midfielder from Mithapur, Punjab, began playing hockey as a means to support his family and never imagined that he would become a crucial cog in the Indian Men’s Hockey Team, let alone achieve 350 appearances for India. He reached the milestone when India took on Spain in their first match of the FIH Hockey Pro League 2023/24 at the Kalinga Hockey Stadium in Bhubaneswar on 10th February 2024.

With experience, things have changed for me: PR Sreejesh


PR Sreejesh (Getty Images)

Goalkeeper PR Sreejesh highlighted how experience has taught him to avoid dwelling on negative thoughts, a skill that has proved invaluable during crucial moments while defending the goalpost for the Indian team.

An Evening with Decorated Olympian Mudassar Asghar

By Ijaz Chaudhry



It was the 13th episode of ‘Meet A Hockey Stalwart’ organized by Major (retd) Peerzada, Pakistan’s hockey international of the early 1980s. The stalwart this time was Col (retd) Mudassar Asghar. The inside right was a member of Pakistan’s two Olympic medal-winning teams: Silver in 1972 & bronze in 1976. He also had a long spell as the secretary of PHF (1993-1999) which saw Pakistan winning its last global title, the 1994 World Cup. Earlier that year, Pakistan had also won the annual Champions trophy after 14 years, magnificently hosted in Lahore.

The distinguished gathering at Lahore’s picturesque golf and country club included several hockey greats: Dr. Tariq Aziz (victorious captain of the 1968 Olympics), legendary full-back Manzoorul Hassan (1982 World Cup winner), Lt Col (retd) Saeed Khan (1978 World Cup winner) and Usman Sheikh (1994 World Cup winner). Also present were prominent personalities from other sports such as Lt Col Asif Dar, Wing Commander Pervaiz Saeed Mir and Lt Col Asif Mehdi.
Mudassar Asghar recalled, “I started hockey in Rawalpindi, the country’s biggest hockey centre of the time. In 1966, I played my first nationals for the Rawalpindi Zone. The very next year, I was good enough to represent Rawalpindi against the visiting Dutch national side. We drew 0-0. I missed a couple of nationals during my cadetship at the Pakistan Military Academy. The army team called me for the 1969 national championships though I was still at the academy- a rarity. My international debut for  Pakistan came in December 1971 in Holland in a test match against the hosts. At the 1972 Olympics,  Pakistan lost in the final against the erstwhile West Germany.

Dissatisfied with the umpiring, Pakistani players misbehaved during the medal ceremony and 13 of us including me were banned by the FIH for life (later reduced to one year). It was my disallowed goal which caused the most consternation. I returned to the national folds in 1974. My next and last title tournament was the 1976 Olympics.  On the domestic scene, I continued with the army team till 1980 captaining them in the last six years. Also led the Pakistan services team at the 1979 International Military Sports Council games where we ended third.”

Next, he turned to coaching.

“In 1980, I was sent to Mexico for three years to coach both the men's and women's national teams. I had a stint as the Pakistan team’s coach in 1987-88. We won the Indira Gandhi Tournament and finished second at the 1988 Champions Trophy. As the PHF’s secretary, 1994 was the most satisfying year. In 1995, I was the manager of the Pakistan team which won the pre-Olympic tournament in Atlanta. The preparations for the Olympics were going well. But it all came to nothing. A section of players revolted against me the day before the team's announcement. I left the team and Pakistan finished sixth at the 1996 Olympics- the worst position till then.“

Col Mudassar expressed his gratitude to all those present especially Major Peerzada, the organizer of the event.

Ijaz Chaudhry writes on hockey and other sports. For more about him and his work, visit http://www.sportsorrespondent.info

‘Fantastic challenge’: What I learned from umpiring my first club hockey game

Rookie umpire Alastair Whatley, Southgate HC’s secretary, talks through his experience blowing the whistle for his first league game.


Umpiring is a fantastic challenge for this writer PIC: WORLDSPORTPICS FRANK UIJLENBROEK

I was definitely nervous. The tell tale signs were there. Too much caffeine consumed. Inability to hold a conversation for longer than 30 seconds. Eyes looking heaven wards hoping for a reprieve from the weather Gods. Worse, a fulcrum of umpires and ‘supporters’ were gathering on the balcony to offer their festive cheer and wisdom. It looked like a long 80 minutes was about to follow. But there was no turning back.

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Central Asia Championship 2024
Andijan (UZB)

All times GMT +5

Men

26 Feb 2024 10:30     KAZ v TJK (One Pool)        0 - 2
26 Feb 2024 14:30     UZB v KGZ (One Pool)     13 - 0
27 Feb 2024 14:30     TJK v KGZ (One Pool)        5 - 0
27 Feb 2024 16:30     UZB v KAZ (One Pool)        8 - 1
29 Feb 2024 14:30     KAZ v KGZ (One Pool)        8 - 0
29 Feb 2024 16:30     TJK v UZB (One Pool)        0 - 11
2 Mar 2024 10:30     KAZ v KGZ (3/4th Place)     
2 Mar 2024 14:30     UZB v TJK (Final)

Pool Standings

Women

26 Feb 2024 12:30     KAZ v TJK (One Pool)     13 - 1
28 Feb 2024 16:30     UZB v KAZ (One Pool)       1 - 1
1 Mar 2024 16:30     TJK v UZB (One Pool)     
2 Mar 2024 16:30     1st One Pool v 2nd One Pool (Final)     

Pool standings

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Kentwell Announces Women’s 2024 Indoor Pan American Cup Roster


World Sport Pics

CALGARY, Canada. – U.S. Women’s National Indoor Team Head Coach Jun Kentwell and her coaching staff have named the 12-athlete roster that will compete at the women’s Indoor Pan American Cup (IPAC). The 2024 edition will take place at the Sevens Chiefs Sportsplex in Calgary, Alberta, Canada from March 17 to 22 and is the continental qualifier for women’s FIH Indoor Hockey World Cup.

Indoor USMNT to Compete in 2024 Big Apple International Indoor Championship


Credit: Erika Latta

SPRING CITY, Pa. – The U.S. Men’s National Indoor Team will compete this weekend, March 1 to 3, 2024, at the Big Apple International Indoor Championship, an International Hockey Federation (FIH) Sanctioned Event. Taking place at The Training Center, the event format includes three divisions of collegiate, men and women where a champion will be crowned in each.

Malaysian University capture MHL title

By Aftar Singh


The Malaysian University team celebrating after winning the women's Malaysia Hockey League title at National Hockey Stadium in Bukit Jalil today.

KUALA LUMPUR: Malaysian University won the women's Malaysia Hockey League (MHL) title today after coming from a goal down to edge CS Mustang 2-1 at the National Stadium.

Western Province Dominates SPAR & Tops at SPAR Indoor Hockey IPT 2024 Midway Mark



The SPAR & Tops at SPAR Indoor Hockey IPT 2024 has reached its halfway point, hosted at the Wynberg Military Base and UCT in the Western Cape. Western Province teams have emerged as the dominant force, shaping the narrative of both the men’s and women’s tournaments.

Cambridge: England over 80s hockey team hold practice match

The England over 80s side will face the Netherlands in an international match in April

By Mousumi Bakshi & Kris Holland



A group of octogenarian hockey players gathered in Cambridge for a practice game ahead of their next international match.

Scottish Premiership split starts for the men while the women play catch-up games

Now for the split. In the men’s Premiership each side has five games to play and 15 points up for grabs – so the pressure is now on for both the top and bottom issues.

‘My seniors' words helped me calm my nerves,’ says Indian Women's Hockey Team midfielder Sunelita Toppo

The 16-year-old made her senior debut against China on 3rd February



New Delhi: Sundergarh, the hockey hotbed in Odisha, has produced another fabulous player named Sunelita Toppo. The 16-year-old made her debut for the Indian Women’s Hockey Team on 3rd February against China in the FIH Hockey Pro League 2023/24.

Marijke Fleuren: A Hockey Journey of Passion, Equality, and Family



In the lead up to the International Women’s Day 2024, a year that marks the 100 years of the International Hockey Federation (FIH), we are speaking with women in hockey, who have made major contributions towards the growth of the sport over the past few decades.

Hockey Volunteers Recognised in National Volunteers in Sports Awards Ceremony


Cathryn Watson – Ballymoney HC

Thursday February 29, Dublin: Hockey was well represented today as the Federation of Irish Sport honoured its list of recipients for the 2023 Volunteers in Sports Awards.

'Elena Norman did a commendable job'- Hockey India president Dilip Tirkey

Despite former Hockey India CEO Elena Norman leaving in an uncomfortable situation, President Dilip Tirkey applauded her work.


Hockey India president Dilip Tirkey (Source: Hockey India)

Former Hockey India Chief Executive Officer Elena Norman resigned two days back after a 13-year-long stint.

Hockey India's Bholanath Singh: 'If Schopman was removed after Asian Games, we might have qualified for Paris Olympics'

As Janneke Schopman and Elena Norman exited, they pointed at issues within Hockey India. CEO Norman said there were factions in the body.
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Hockey India Secretary General Bholanath Singh. Image: Hockey India

Hockey India have lost two key stakeholders in a week. First women’s hockey coach Janneke Schopman resigned . Three days later, Hockey India CEO Elena Norman quit as well. Both alleged to difficult working conditions within the organisation. Schopman and Norman said they found support from Hockey India president Dilip Tirkey while making no such claims for secretary-general Bholanath Singh.