New Zealand: VANTAGE BLACK STICKS WOMEN TRIUMPH IN TWO-TEST SERIES AGAINST USA

The Vantage Black Sticks Women have completed their two-test series against the USA, showcasing a blend of experience and fresh talent on the field.  The first match took place on Sunday, January 19th at 3pm at Lloyd Elsmore Park. In what was a closely contested game, New Zealand emerged as winners with a 1-0 win, […]

New Zealand: HOCKEY GREAT HUGO INGLIS ANNOUNCES RETIREMENT

New Zealand hockey legend Hugo Inglis has officially announced his retirement, drawing an end to an impressive international career that spanned nearly 15 years. Debuting in 2009, Inglis earned 266 caps for New Zealand, establishing himself as one of the nation’s most formidable attackers. Known for his exceptional game intelligence, skill, and tireless work ethic, […]

New Zealand: HIGH PERFORMANCE SPORT NEW ZEALAND ANNOUNCES FUNDING

This week, Hockey NZ confirmed $1.5m per year in core funding from High Performance Sport New Zealand (HPSNZ) for the men’s and women’s Vantage Black Sticks for the next four years 2025 – 2028 – a reduction from $1.75m per year in 2024. This funding supports critical costs like travel, events, and coaching.   Additionally, […]

New Zealand: VANTAGE BLACK STICKS WOMEN’S USA TEST SERIES SQUAD ANNOUNCED  

Following a successful Premier Hockey League (PHL) season, where selectors had the opportunity to evaluate six weeks of consistent hockey, Hockey New Zealand are pleased to announce its Vantage Black Sticks Women’s USA Test Series squad ahead of the upcoming games against the USA in January 2025. The squad will play in a series of […]

Australia: Burras and Jillaroos teams unveiled to secure 2025 Junior World Cup berths

Australia: Incumbent Burra Dylan Brick was a key member of the 2024 Liberty Hockey One League silver medal winning Canberra Chill. Burras coach Jay Stacy and Jillaroos coach Stacia Strain have named powerful 18-strong U21 teams ahead of the Oceania Qualifiers, which will take place in Auckland from 26 January – 3 February. Culminating in […]

Australia: Electric new talent bolsters powerful 2025 Hockeyroos Squad

Australia: A raft of returning, exciting talent will strengthen a confident Hockeyroos squad heading into 2025 and beyond as head coach Katrina Powell names a 24-strong lineup with an eye to the LA 2028 Olympic Games. Four players are making a comeback to the Hockeyroos, having earned a full-time call-up to the official squad after […]

Australia: Hall of Famer Richard Aggiss recognised with Presidential honour

Australia: One of Australian hockey’s greatest contributors has received the sport’s highest Presidential honour, with former Kookaburras coach Richard Aggiss AM awarded a President’s Award at the FIH Stars Awards in Oman.  The accolade, which recognises long and valuable services to hockey that have benefited the game at the international level, joins a long list […]

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