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December 23, 2025
Hockey World News
New Zealand

New Zealand: VANTAGE BLACK STICKS MEN’S 2026 SUMMER OF HOCKEY SQUAD

Hockey New Zealand is pleased to announce the Vantage Black Sticks Men’s squad for the upcoming Summer of Hockey series in Hamilton, marking the team’s return to home soil...

asia final day updated 30 th sultan azlan shah japan become champion of sultan azlan shah cup 2024 66416fc3de32a - New Zealand: JAPAN CONFIRMED IN FOUR-MATCH TEST SERIES IN HAMILTON - While this change is disappointing, Hockey New Zealand can announce that Japan remains confirmed and the event will now proceed as a four-test-match series between the Vantage Black Sticks and Japan at the Gallagher Hockey Centre (Waikato Hockey). The revised format still provides an excellent opportunity for the Vantage Black Sticks Men to compete against quality international opposition on home soil, while continuing to build momentum toward key international targets, including the 2026 FIH World Cup.

December 23, 2025
Hockey World News
New Zealand

New Zealand: JAPAN CONFIRMED IN FOUR-MATCH TEST SERIES IN HAMILTON

Hockey New Zealand can confirm a revised format for the Vantage Black Sticks Men’s Summer of Hockey series in Hamilton following the withdrawal of Malaysia and Korea from the...

new zealand womens vantage black sticks squad announced for nations cup in chile 67a2b97d1bac9 - New Zealand: VANTAGE BLACK STICKS WOMEN’S SQUAD FOR 2026 SUMMER OF HOCKEY - Hockey New Zealand is pleased to announce the Vantage Black Sticks Women’s squad for the upcoming Summer of Hockey series in Dunedin, marking a special return to home soil as the team begins its build toward the 2026 FIH Women’s World Cup. The Summer of Hockey series provides an important opportunity to reconnect with fans, play international hockey in Aotearoa, and continue building momentum following a successful 2025 season.

December 22, 2025
Hockey World News
New Zealand

New Zealand: VANTAGE BLACK STICKS WOMEN’S SQUAD FOR 2026 SUMMER OF HOCKEY

Hockey New Zealand is pleased to announce the Vantage Black Sticks Women’s squad for the upcoming Summer of Hockey series in Dunedin, marking a special return to home soil...

asia day 4 japan triumphs over malaysia 2 1 in a nail biter at the bihar womens asian champions trophy 67389b3818c01 - New Zealand: JAPAN, UNITED STATES & NZA TO COMPETE IN WOMEN’S SUMMER OF HOCKEY - Japan and the United States remain confirmed, alongside strong local opposition with NZA included to ensure a full four-team competition. The revised event will continue to run across the original dates of 21–25 January 2026 and will now operate as a three-nation, four-team series at the Alexander McMillan Hockey Centre. Each team will play one another once before progressing to a finals day, allowing for two matches per day and a full programme of action. As an FIH-sanctioned event, all matches played between New Zealand, Japan, and the United States will count as official international test matches, while fixtures involving NZA will provide valuable high-level competition and depth to the tournament.

December 22, 2025
Hockey World News
New Zealand

New Zealand: JAPAN, UNITED STATES & NZA TO COMPETE IN WOMEN’S SUMMER OF HOCKEY

Hockey New Zealand can confirm a revised format for the Vantage Black Sticks Women’s Summer of Hockey in Dunedin, following the unfortunate withdrawal of India and Korea from the...

December 9, 2025
Hockey World News
New Zealand

New Zealand: SUMMER OF HOCKEY HEADS NORTH TO HAMILTON FOR A FOUR NATIONS

Hockey New Zealand is thrilled to announce the next chapter of the Summer of Hockey, with the Vantage Black Sticks Men set to host Korea, Japan, and Malaysia in...

November 30, 2025
Hockey World News
New Zealand

New Zealand: BRONZE MEDAL WIN AT 2025 SULTAN OF AZLAN SHAH CUP

The Vantage Black Sticks finished their 2025 Sultan of Azlan Shah Cup campaign in style, producing a commanding 6–1 victory over hosts Malaysia to secure the bronze medal in...

November 29, 2025
Hockey World News
New Zealand

New Zealand: VANTAGE BLACK STICKS MEN SECURE A SPOT IN THE BRONZE MEDAL FINAL

The Vantage Black Sticks entered their final pool match of the 2025 Sultan of Azlan Shah Cup knowing exactly what was at stake: a four-goal win over world No....

November 27, 2025
Hockey World News
New Zealand

New Zealand: INDIA IS PUSHED TO THE WIRE IN THRILLING MATCH

The Vantage Black Sticks faced tier-one giants India in a highly anticipated fourth match of the 2025 Sultan of Azlan Shah Cup, a fixture carrying major stakes with a...

November 26, 2025
Hockey World News
New Zealand

New Zealand: India Joins Expanded Summer of Hockey Series as Dunedin Prepares for Five Nation Showcase

Dunedin is set to host even more world-class international hockey this summer, with Hockey New Zealand confirming that India will join the upcoming January Summer of Hockey series; transforming...

November 26, 2025
Hockey World News
New Zealand

New Zealand: UNDEFEATED GOING INTO INDIA CLASH

The Vantage Black Sticks produced another strong performance in their third match of the 2025 Sultan of Azlan Shah Cup, securing a 4–2 win over Canada in hot, dry...

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