News for 23 November 2023
All the news for Thursday 23 November 2023
FIH Hockey Women’s Junior World Cup Chile 2023: Pool A Preview
As part of our build-up to the FIH Hockey Women’s Junior World Cup Chile 2023, we bring you the first of four Pool previews which examines the qualification routes, past form and crucial players from the teams that will compete at the showpiece event in Santiago, Chile.
Indian Junior Women's Hockey Team leaves for the FIH Hockey Women’s Junior World Cup 2023
The tournament is scheduled to take place from 29th November to 10th December
Mumbai: The Indian Junior Women’s Hockey Team commenced their FIH Hockey Women’s Junior World Cup 2023 journey today as they left for Santiago, Chile. The FIH Hockey Women’s Junior World Cup 2023 is scheduled to take place from 29th November to 10th December. Notably, India finished in 4th place in the 2022 edition of the tournament.
‘U-21 hockey teams bracing for tough tourney’
By Magreth Ruzvidzo 
Pool A comprises Australia, Netherlands, South Africa and hosts Chile. Pool C has Belgium, Canada, Germany and India, while England, Japan, New Zealand and United States are in Pool D.
Zimbabwe under-21 ladies hockey team coach Brad Heuer is bracing up for a tough tournament in the upcoming FIH Hockey Women’s Junior World Cup in Chile.
GB men hoping ‘Bazball’ outlook can pave way to Paris hockey gold
Tom Harle
Paul Revington rallies his troops PIC: WorldSportPics/Frank Uijlenbroek)
The heavy metal chords of ‘Bazball’ continue to reverberate around British sport and now Team GB’s men’s hockey team hope the philosophy can catapult them to Olympic gold.
Men’s National Team looks forward to Olympic Qualifier in Oman
Olympic bid on the line for Red Caribou in Muscat
In the heart of Muscat, Oman, the stage is set for the Men’s Hockey Olympic Qualifier tournament, that kicks off on January 15, 2024. The 17th world-ranked Canadian Red Caribou aim to secure a spot at the Paris 2024 Olympic Games.
Women’s National Team prepares for Olympic Qualifiers
Canadian Wolf Pack looks to book Olympic Ticket in January in Spain
As the clock ticks down to the highly anticipated Women’s Hockey Olympic Qualifier tournament in Valencia, Spain, the Canadian field hockey community is buzzing with excitement. Scheduled for January 13-20, 2024, this crucial event will feature eight top-ranked teams vying for the coveted opportunity to secure a spot at the Paris 2024 Olympic Games.
'Amazed and honoured:' Hardik Singh reacts to his FIH Player of the Year Award 2023 nomination
Hardik was honoured with the Hockey India Balbir Singh Sr. Award for Player of the Year 2022 earlier this year
Bengaluru: From getting ruled out of the FIH Odisha Hockey Men’s World Cup 2023 Bhubaneswar-Rourkela midway due to an injury, to winning the Asian Games Gold, 2023 has turned out to be a roller coaster year for the Indian Men's Hockey Team midfielder Hardik Singh. He has been nominated for the FIH Player of the Year Award 2023, making this year even more special for him.
Indoor USMNT Names Roster for 2023 Nkosi Cup in South Africa
CAPE TOWN, South Africa – Following the naming of the Junior and Senior U.S. Men’s National Indoor Teams, Head Coach Jason Mulder has named the squad that will travel to Cape Town, South Africa for the 2023 Nkosi Cup from December 15 to 19.
PHF appoints new selection committee, team management
Former PHF secretary Olympian Asif Bajwa has been appointed as the chairman of the new selection committee
Asif Bajwa. - PHF
LAHORE: The Pakistan Hockey Federation (PHF) Tuesday named a new selection committee and a new team management.
Worldwide Hockey fixtures - 23 November
Fixtures from the various leagues around the World
Africa Club Championship: Western Jaguars fly high as Blazers fall in Malawi
By Washington Onyango
Western Jaguars celebrate against Kenya Police during Hockey Premier League match at City Park Stadium on Sunday, 3rd 202. [Jonah Onyango, Standard]
Western Jaguars closed the gap on defending champions Sharkia to within two points after thrashing Parachute Battalion 13-0 in the ongoing 2023 Africa Cup for Club Champions Tournament (ACCC) in Blantyre, Malawi.
Aurelia Opondo nets four goals as Lakers hammer Genetrix 10-1 in Malawi
By Washington Onyango
Lakers captain Alice Owiti (right) and Chentry Stacy in actio against Genetrix.[Hockey Association of Malawi,ACCC]
Kenyan international Aurelia Opondo on Wednesday scored four goals as Lakers Hockey Club hammered Genetrix Hockey Club 10-1 at the ongoing 2023 Africa Cup for Club Champions Tournament (ACCC) in Blantyre, Malawi.
Day 6 Results: 13th Hockey India Senior Men National Championship 2023
Chennai: The sixth day of the 13th Hockey India Senior Men National Championship 2023, which is taking place in Chennai, delivered some thrilling moments. Chhattisgarh Hockey, Dadra & Nagar Haveli and Daman & Diu Hockey, Hockey Bengal, Hockey Jharkhand and Telangana Hockey won their respective matches at the Mayor Radhakrishnan Hockey Stadium.
Sufian sees a major flaw in South African team
By Jugjet Singh
KUALA LUMPUR: Malaysia A beat Malaysia B 6-1 to boost their chances of playing in the boys' Under-17 Mirnawan Cup final.
Day 3 Results: 1st Hockey India Junior and Sub Junior Men Academy Championship 2023 – (Zone B)
Kovilpatti: Day 3 of the 1st Hockey India Junior and Sub Junior Men Academy Championship 2023 – (Zone B) saw Smart Hockey Academy, Raipur win its match in the Sub Junior Men’s category, while Cuddalore Hockey Academy, SAIL Hockey Academy registered victories in their respective games in the Junior Men’s category.
Do-or-die as JDH Hockey One League 2023 Champions to be crowned
All eyes will be on the National Hockey Centre in Canberra this weekend as the best of Australian hockey battles it out for the JDH Hockey One League women’s and men’s titles.
Team Selection: Captain Frusher returns in extended travelling squad to Canberra
The Perth Thundersticks women’s team have confirmed who will be travelling to Canberra in their quest for gold this weekend.
The JDH Hockey One Finals Main Event is finally here and the Perth Thundersticks will be welcoming back their captain in their extended squad.
Perth Thundersticks women’s journey to Canberra
Our Perth Thundersticks women’s team are off to the JDH Hockey One Finals Main Event in Canberra this weekend, here’s a look at how they have measured up throughout the season and what lies ahead.
After claiming the Hockey One bronze medal in the 2022 season, the Perth Thundersticks returned in 2023 looking to chase glory.
Road to Canberra | Perth Thundersticks women’s coach Phil Hulbert
There may be a sense of deja vu as the Perth Thundersticks women’s squad takes on their second finals berth in as many years but head coach Phil Hulbert is hopeful the team will be ready to have a crack at bringing gold to the West.
Road to Canberra | Perth Thundersticks women’s captain Rachel Frusher
With the JDH Hockey One Finals Main Event around the corner, Perth Thundersticks women’s captain Rachel Frusher is hoping to cap off a great season with a strong finals campaign.
Coaches at the top of their game
Hockey New Zealand is proud to award three Outstanding Contribution to Coaching Awards for 2023. The recipients all embody the coaching values of Hockey NZ and have contributed greatly, not only to their local communities, but to the wider community as well.
Ole Keusgen named Virginia field hockey head coach
Keusgen served as the interim head coach for the ACC and NCAA Tournament matches
By Ben Anderson
The Cavaliers will look to maintain the same level of success they have in the past under Keusgen. Photo by Claire Smith | The Cavalier Daily
Virginia Athletic Director Carla Williams announced Tuesday that interim Coach Ole Keusgen has been named the permanent head coach for Virginia field hockey. Keusgen served as the interim head coach for the ACC and NCAA Tournaments after it was announced that former coach Michelle Madison had been placed on leave by the University late last month.