News for 25 June 2023
All the news for Sunday 25 June 2023
2022-23 FIH Hockey Pro League - 25 June
Amsterdam, Netherlands
All times GMT +2
Men
23 Jun 2023 17:10 GER v NZL (RR) 4 - 3
24 Jun 2023 17:40 NED v GER (RR) 1 - 1 (SO 1 - 4)
25 Jun 2023 15:10 NED v NZL (RR)
26 Jun 2023 17:10 NZL v GER (RR)
27 Jun 2023 19:40 NED v GER (RR)
28 Jun 2023 19:40 NED v NZL (RR)
Pool standings
Women
23 Jun 2023 19:40 NED v GER (RR) 5 - 0
24 Jun 2023 15:10 NED v NZL (RR) 4 - 1
25 Jun 2023 17:40 GER v NZL (RR)
26 Jun 2023 19:40 NED v GER (RR)
27 Jun 2023 17:10 NED v NZL (RR)
28 Jun 2023 17:10 NZL v GER (RR)
Pool standings
FIH Match Centre
Dutch women dominate while German men clinch shoot-out win on FIH Inclusion and Diversity Day
It was another day of top-class action as the FIH Hockey Pro League continued in Amsterdam. Each of the day’s matches began with the respective captains joining forces to read out a special statement in celebration of the second edition of the FIH Inclusion and Diversity Day. The Dutch women produced another dominant performance to thrill the home crowd, claiming a comprehensive 4-1 victory over New Zealand to assume top spot in the tournament standings above Argentina. There was no such joy for the Dutch men, however, who started in commanding fashion but were then edged out 4-1 in a shoot-out after the match finished 1-1.
Netherlands failed to build confidence against World Champions
The Orange Men failed to fill the sold-out Wagener Stadium on Saturday to gain extra confidence against world champion Germany. The team of coach Jeroen Delmée created a lot of opportunities against the eastern neighbors, but ultimately came no further than a 1-1 draw. The Netherlands also lacked the required killer mentality in the necessary shoot-outs, so that the bonus point in this Pro League game went to Germany.
Dutch to much for Kiwis
Amsterdam witnessed Dutch dominance as the Vantage Black Sticks Women faced off against a formidable Netherlands team. The sold-out stadium was buzzing with anticipation as the world’s number one team showcased their supremacy, ultimately securing a commanding 4-1 victory over New Zealand.
FIH Women's Hockey Pro League 2022-23 - Records
By Tariq Ali
Netherlands women's hockey team defeated New Zealand by 4 - 1 in the FIH Women's Hockey Pro League 2022-23 at Wagener Stadium, Amsterdam on 24 June 2023, during the course of the match Netherlands' Frederick Matla scored a goal in a quick time.
Now, Frederick Matla became the highest all time scorer with 29 goals broke the record of Olivia Merry of New Zealand who scored 28 goals in the FIH Women's Hockey Pro League from the season 2019 to the current season 2022-23.
Following is the list of players who scored 20 and more goals in FIH Women's Hockey Pro League:
29 goals - Frederick Matla ( Netherlands)
28 goals - Olivia Merry ( New Zealand)
23 goals - Yibbi Jansen (Netherlands)
22 goals - Agustina Gorzelany ( Argentina)
Yibbi Jansen of Netherlands completed 10 goals of the session 2022-23 during the course of the match Netherlands 5 - 0 Germany in the FIH Women's Hockey Pro League at Wagener Stadium, Amsterdam on 23 June 2023.
Following is the list of players who scored 10 or more goals in a session:
15 goals - Olivia Merry - New Zealand - 2019
12 goals - Agustina Gorzelany - Argentina - 2021-22
11 goals - Olivia Merry - New Zealand - 2020-21
11 goals - Yibbi Jansen - Netherlands - 2022-23* (season in progress)
10 goals - Frederick Matla - Netherlands - 2019
Scotland men draw away to Wales in second match of the series
Scotland men and Wales battled out a highly competitive 0-0 draw in Cardiff, with Scotland winning the shootout in sudden death.
Scotland U18 Boys beat Wales U18s in Glasgow
Scotland U18 Boys’ came out on top 4-0 in their clash with a spirited Welsh side in the first of two clashes at the Glasgow National Hockey Centre. The games come as Scotland’s U18s looked to start their run up to the European Championship next month.
Hockey India announces Core Group for Senior Men's National Coaching Camp as preparations for Hero Asian Champions Trophy Chennai 2023 begin
The Senior Men's National Coaching camp is scheduled to take place from 26th June 2023 to 19th July 2023
New Delhi: Hockey India on Sunday named a 39-member core probable group for the Senior Men's National Coaching camp scheduled to take place from 26th June 2023 to 19th July 2023 at SAI Centre in Bengaluru.
Celebrating FIH Inclusion and Diversity Day 2023 
The international hockey community has long embraced equality and made a strong commitment to treat everyone with dignity and respect, irrespective of all differences. That commitment towards equality and inclusiveness is honored and enshrined further by the International Hockey Federation (FIH) through the FIH Inclusion and Diversity Day, which was celebrated for the first time in 2022.
Indian Women’s Hockey Team celebrates Olympic Day with Bhumi NGO kids
The meet and greet session with Indian players and the Bhumi NGO kids took place at SAI Centre, Bengaluru
Bengaluru: The Indian Women's Hockey Team met with kids from the Bhumi NGO at the SAI Centre in Bengaluru to honour the 75th Olympic Day and to emphasise the importance of diversity and inclusivity in sport. The Indian Team invited the children of Sishu Mandir, one of the 30 shelter houses with which Bhumi NGO works, to an Olympic Day outing. This exercise allowed the youngsters to interact with the Indian Team, some of whom came from humble backgrounds and tried to demonstrate to the children that sports can become a way of life.
Pakistan to participate in Asian Hockey Champions Trophy without foreign coaches
The championship is to be played in Chennai, India, from August 3 to 12
By Syed Intikhab Ali
Pakistan hockey team - PHF
KARACHI: Pakistan Hockey Federation (PHF) has decided that Green Shirts will participate in the Asian Champions Trophy without the services of any foreign coach, The News learnt on Friday.
India to lock horns with Korea in their opening game at the FIH Junior Men’s Hockey World Cup 2023
The Indian Team is ranked third in the FIH Junior Men's rankings released on Saturday
New Delhi: The organizing committee of the FIH Junior Men’s Hockey World Cup 2023 unveiled the much-anticipated tournament's Pools and schedule on Saturday. Set to be held in Kuala Lumpur, Malaysia from 5th to 16th December 2023, the prestigious event will showcase the talents of young hockey players from around the world.
Drawn with giants Argentina, Australia in JWC, Amin's boys stay bullish
By Jugjet Singh 
In the groupings released by the Malaysian Hockey Confederation (MHC) today, Malaysia are in Group A with defending champions Argentina, mighty Australia and Chile. -Pic credit to FB MHC
KUALA LUMPUR: Though Malaysia have ended up in an intimidating group for the Junior World Cup (JWC) in Kuala Lumpur on Dec 5-16, coach Amin Rahim believes his boys are up for the challenge.