AHF: Celebrating International Hockey Day 2025

After a memorable debut last year as part of the FIH Centenary celebrations, the International Hockey Day is back — and this time, it’s even bigger! Mark your calendars for 12 and 13 April 2025 as the global hockey family comes together once again to honour our sport, our community, and over 100 years of […]

South Africa: South African Hockey Opens Applications for New CEO

The South African Hockey Association (SAHA), the official governing body for hockey in the country, is proud to announce the opening of applications for the position of Chief Executive Officer (CEO). This full-time leadership role offers a unique opportunity to drive the strategic vision of South African Hockey and shape the future of the sport […]

South Africa: South African Hockey Calls for Applications: National Indoor Coaching and Management Roles

The South African Hockey Association (SAHA), through its High Performance Sub Committee, is proud to announce that applications are now open for several key roles within the South African Indoor Hockey national programmes. These positions span across both the SA Indoor Women (SAIW) and SA Indoor Men (SAIM) senior teams and represent an exciting opportunity […]

AHF: 500 days to go until next FIH Hockey World Cup!

In exactly 500 days, the very first match of the 2026 FIH Hockey World Cupwill open the show for FIH’s most prestigious global hockey event! This edition, that will combine the Women’s and the Men’s World Cups, will be co-hosted by Belgium and the Netherlands. In addition to the host countries, the teams of Germany […]

AHF: Hockey initiatives flourishing across Africa

Leading up to the International Day of Sport for Development and Peace, which takes place on 6 April, the International Hockey Federation (FIH) will spend the upcoming days celebrating hockey’s place in promoting peace and development via a range of projects and initiatives. The stories come from across the five hockey-playing continents, with today’s story […]

South Africa: Coach Tsoanelo Pholo’s People Passion Fuels her Journey as an International Leader in Women’s Hockey

Coaches can be likened to CEOs, and it’s not hard to see why. They help their respective teams not just with performance but with their goals, strategies, and overcoming obstacles, as well as assisting with their personal growth as team leaders.  A coach who embodies these qualities is Tsoanelo Pholo, the former South African hockey […]

AHF: Statement from the FIH President after the election of new IOC President Kristy Coventry

On behalf of FIH and in my personal name, I would like to extend my sincerest congratulations to Kirsty Coventry for her election at the helm of the International Olympic Committee. By choosing to elect a female President for the first time, the IOC Members have sent a strong and clear message that resonates very […]

South Africa: JUSTIN DOMLEO CALLS TIME ON ILLUSTRIOUS INDOOR HOCKEY CAREER

South African indoor hockey legend Justin Domleo has officially announced his retirement from international hockey, bringing the curtain down on an extraordinary career that saw him become the most capped player in SA Indoor Hockey Men’s history. Domleo steps away from the game with 68 official caps, several exhibition matches, and the incredible distinction of […]

AHF: Technical Panel | Junior Africa Cup [JAC 2024] – Windhoek, Namibia

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South Africa: Ryan Julius Calls Time on International Outdoor Hockey Career

South African double Olympian Ryan Julius has announced his retirement from international outdoor hockey, closing the chapter on an illustrious career that spanned nearly a decade. Julius, known for his flair, creativity, and relentless energy on the field, bids farewell to the international stage following his final appearance at the Paris 2024 Olympic Games. Reflecting […]