News for 22 November 2023
All the news for Wednesday 22 November 2023
Passmore Names Squad to Compete in New Zealand Series in December
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CHARLOTTE, N.C. – U.S. Women’s National Team Head Coach David Passmore has confirmed the squad that will compete in the upcoming series against New Zealand. Taking place at the University of North Carolina at Charlotte on Saturday, December 9 and Sunday, December 10, the two match series will serve as a preparation before the FIH Hockey Olympic Qualifier in January.
FIH reveal Hockey Stars players of year nominees
Hardik Singh runs away in delight PIC: REUTERS/Kim Hong-Ji
The International Hockey Federation (FIH) has announced the 20 players shortlisted to win the FIH Best Player and the FIH Best Goalkeeper Awards of the Year.
Kisumu Lakers hold defending champions GRA to maintain top spot in Malawi
By Washington Onyango
Lakers Hockey Club's Stacey Chentry (center) in action against Ghana Revenue Authority.[Hockey Association of Malawi,ACCC]
Lakers Hockey Club on Tuesday maintained their unbeaten run at the ongoing 2023 Africa Cup for Club Champions Tournament (ACCC) after playing out to a 2-2 draw against Ghana Revenue Authority (GRA) in in Blantyre, Malawi.
Karanja issues Blazers rallying call ahead of Ghana Revenue Authority test
By Washington Onyango
Blazers captain Tracy Karanja in action during their Africa Cup For Club Champions match against GRA at City Park Hockey Stadium, Nairobi on February 17, 2023. The two teams face off again in Malawi. [File, Standard]
Blazers Hockey Club are confident of toppling nemesis Ghana Revenue Authority (GRA) ahead of their Wednesday clash as the 2023 Africa Cup for Club Champions Tournament (ACCC) enters its penultimate stage in Blantyre, Malawi.
Indian Oil Corporation crowned Champions of the 3rd Hockey India Senior Women Inter-Department National Championship 2023
Jyoti scored twice for Indian Oil Corporation, leading them to a penalty shoot-out where she netted the winning goal
New Delhi: The Indian Oil Corporation defeated defending Champions Railway Sports Promotion Board 4-4 (SO 3-2) in a thrilling match to win the 3rd Hockey India Senior Women Inter-Department National Championship 2023. In a match that defined the unpredictability of the sport, IOC rallied from 2-4 to equalize by the end of the fourth quarter, forcing a penalty shootout that they won 3-2.
Debutante Indian Oil unseats Indian Railways from pole position
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Indian Oil women’s hockey team was formed only last year. However, the young team managed to unseat powerhouse Indian Railways, led by none other than Vandana Katariya, in the 3rd Hockey India Inter-Department National Championship here in New Delhi.
Day 5 Results: 13th Hockey India Senior Men National Championship 2023
Chennai: The fifth day of the 13th Hockey India Senior Men's National Championship 2023, which is taking place in Chennai, delivered some exciting and nail-biting moments. Hockey Haryana, Hockey Punjab, Kerala Hockey, Uttar Pradesh Hockey, and Hockey Association of Odisha won their respective matches at the Mayor Radhakrishnan Hockey Stadium.
England Hockey League 2023/24: Weekend 8 Review
The England Hockey League 2023/24 continued with thrilling action in Division 1 and Conferences across the country. Here's the full round up of both Men's and Women's Leagues from the eight weekend:
Day 2 Results: 1st Hockey India Junior and Sub Junior Men Academy Championship 2023 – (Zone B)
Kovilpatti: Day 2 of the 1st Hockey India Junior and Sub Junior Men Academy Championship 2023 – (Zone B) saw Smart Hockey Academy, Raipur winning their match in the Sub Junior Men's category. In the Junior Men's category, Odisha Naval Tata Hockey High Performance Centre, Ashwini Sports Academy, and SAIL Hockey Academy emerged as victors in their respective games.
Malaysia A go down fighting against Odisha in Mirnawan Cup
By Jugjet Singh
KUALA LUMPUR: Malaysia A fought bravely before going down 3-2 to India's Odisha in the boys' Mirnawan Cup at the Ministry of Education (MoE) Stadium here today.
Great action at Senior Aspire Cup
The qualifying tournaments for this season’s Senior Aspire Cup have produced thrilling matches and high-quality hockey. After the events at Peffermill and Dalnacraig, the following teams have qualified for the Cup Finals on 15 March 2024:
Junior High Performance Staff Announces Assistant Coaches for U-16 & U-18 USWNT
COLORADO SPRINGS, Colo. – Following the appointment of the head coaches of both the U.S. U-16 and U-18 Women’s National Teams, USA Field Hockey’s women’s Junior High Performance (JHP) staff is pleased to announce the assistance coaches for each team.
Maryland field hockey’s youth, experience defined its 2023 and could benefit its future
Holliday Woodard
Maryland field hockey huddles during their 4-1 win over Iowa on Oct. 20, 2023. (Jordan Budney/The Diamondback)
Throughout Maryland field hockey’s 2023 season, the unique relationships between the Terps’ freshmen and fifth-year seniors were apparent on the field. Maryland trusted its oldest and youngest players over the course of the year, many of whom had their first or last chances to prove themselves.