AHF: Day 1 preview: Men’s competition dominates proceedings on Paris 2024 Olympic opener
The opening day of the Olympic Games Paris 2024 promises to be an absolutely thrilling affair, with all 12 men’s teams in action and two high-profile fixtures in the women’s competition set to be played in front of packed crowds at the magnificent Yves-du-Manoir Hockey Stadium. The first six matches of the Paris 2024 Olympic […]
AHF: Olympic Games Paris 2024: Hockey competition squads confirmed
Lausanne, Switzerland: With the countdown to Hockey at the Olympic Games Paris 2024 reaching single digits, the International Hockey Federation (FIH) is delighted to confirm the squads that will compete in the Hockey competition at the Games of the XXXIII Olympiad. At the hockey competition in Paris 2024, each squad is made up of a […]
AHF: Fixtures for the “Central-South Africa Qualifier for ACN 2025 (M/W)” | 17 – 24 August 2024 (Harare, Zimbabwe)
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AHF: Unsung Heroes of Olympic Hockey: the Umpires
15 Jul, 2024 The Olympics are a grand spectacle, showcasing the pinnacle of athletic achievement. Yet, behind every stunning goal and breathtaking save lies the tireless work of hockey umpires, a key part of the officiating team, ensuring the smooth operation and fairness of the matches. This officiating team, all of whom are volunteers, includes […]
AHF: Zimbabwe’s Golden Girls: The first Olympic Gold Medalists in Women’s Hockey
Lausanne, Switzerland: In the annals of Olympic history, few stories are as inspiring as that of the Zimbabwe women’s hockey team, affectionately known as the “Golden Girls.” Their triumph at the 1980 Moscow Olympic Games is a testament to the power of determination, unity, and passion for the sport. In an exclusive interview with Ann […]
AHF: Join the next online conference of the FIH Empower & Engage Series!
As part of the FIH Empowerment and Engagement strategy and upon an initiative from FIH President Tayyab Ikram, FIH invites you to join an online conference titled “How can sport and sport events remain relevant for future generations (participants and fans)?” taking place on 10 July at 12noon CEST. Just a few days before the […]
AHF: 2026 FIH Hockey World Cup Netherlands-Belgium: hosting agreement officially signed today in Amsterdam
The 2026 FIH Hockey World Cup, that will be co-organised by Belgium and the Netherlands, added a new chapter to its history today with the official signing of the hosting agreement at a ceremony involving FIH President Tayyab Ikram, Dutch Hockey Association President Erik Klein Nagelvoort and CEO Erik Gerritsen as well as Belgian Hockey […]
AHF: History of Hockey in France: The Journey to Hosting Paris 2024
As France prepares to host the Olympic Games Paris 2024, the spotlight shines brightly on hockey with a storied past and a promising future. Hockey at Paris 2024 will be played at the historic Yves-du-Manoir stadium, which, back in 1924, stood as the proud host of the VIII Olympiad, and hockey action will be played […]
AHF: New Zealand and Spain win FIH Hockey Nations Cup to gain Pro League promotion
New Zealand and Spain will have the opportunity to play in the FIH Hockey Pro League in the 2024-25 season after beating France and Ireland, respectively, to win the FIH Hockey Nations Cup. The final of the FIH Hockey Men’s Nations Cup Poland 2023/24 saw the Black Sticks win in a shootout. Spain won the […]
AHF: France and Pakistan seal semi-final spots after goal fest at FIH Men’s Nations Cup Poland 2023/24
5 June 2024 Lausanne, Switzerland – France and Pakistan joined New Zealand in the semi-finals of the FIH Hockey Men’s Nations Cup Poland 2023/24 after playing out a 11-goal thriller. Pool B saw France finish first, followed by Pakistan. Malaysia finished third after defeating Canada in the first game of the day. GZIENZO – FIH […]
