England: Nick and Emma Bandurak Join East Grinstead – A New Chapter for Club and Players
In a significant development for English hockey, East Grinstead Hockey Club has successfully signed Nick and Emma Bandurak, solidifying their men’s and women’s squads with two players whose experience and skills could redefine the club’s future. This joint signing, coming in the wake of Nick’s controversial exit from Holcombe Hockey Club, is more than just […]
England: Holcombe Release Nick Bandurak Statement
CLUB STATEMENT Holcombe Hockey Club confirm that, following the departure of Nick Bandurak in his playing capacity for the Men’s 1XI, after a Committee meeting, careful consideration and much deliberation, the Club has further decided that Nick will be asked to leave his role as Head Coach of the Women’s 1XI, effective immediately. The Club’s […]
Nick Bandurak’s Forced Departure from Holcombe: A Disappointing End to a Decade of Excellence
In a move that has sent shockwaves across the hockey world, Nick Bandurak, one of the sport’s biggest stars, has been left out of the men’s first-team squad at Holcombe Hockey Club against his will. After ten years of remarkable service, over 200 goals, and becoming the face of the Kent-based club, Bandurak’s departure is […]
Jeroen Hertzberger: A New Pinnacle in Dutch Hoofdklasse Hockey
In the annals of Dutch field hockey, few names resonate with the same vibrancy as that of Jeroen Hertzberger. As he stands on the cusp of a historic achievement, the Rotterdam maestro is not just a player at the zenith of his powers but a living testament to the enduring legacy of the Netherlands’ rich […]
Grace O’Malley Kumar: A Life Celebrated in Sport and Beyond
Grace Kumar, a promising sports star and beloved member of her community, is being remembered by many for her outstanding talent and vibrant personality. Tragically, O’Malley Kumar, who was a 19-year-old university student, was killed in the recent Nottingham attacks. A gifted athlete, O’Malley Kumar’s passion for sports was evident in her achievements on both […]
Revolution on the Horizon: The Breakaway Hockey League Set To Shake Up England’s Premier Division
The world of English hockey may soon witness a significant shift, as inside information suggests a potential breakaway league for the Premier Division in England. This new league, poised to supersede the current National Premier Division governed by England Hockey, has already approached several clubs about possibly joining. With a headline league sponsor and television […]
Breaking: Former Chile National Field Hockey Goalkeeper Claudia Schüler Dies at 35 After Battling Cancer
The world of sports, especially hockey, is in mourning after the announcement on Monday of the untimely passing of Claudia Schüler, the former goalkeeper of the national field hockey team. Schüler, who was just 35 years old, was diagnosed with liver metastasis and other parts of her body in August 2022, shortly after participating in […]
EHL: Maddie Hinch Returns to EHL Action
STAR GOALIE MADDIE HINCH JOINS EHL COMMS TEAM Three-time FIH Goalkeeper of the Year Maddie Hinch will join the commentary team for the ABN AMRO EHL FINAL8 which runs from April 6-10 in the Wagener Stadium. It will be her second outing in the commentary booth for the EHL having previously joined Nick Irvine and […]
England: A Stellar Career Comes to a Close: Maddie Hinch Retires from International Hockey
The World-Class Goalkeeper Bids Farewell to the Field On Tuesday, Maddie Hinch, the exceptional English goalkeeper, announced her retirement from international hockey. Hinch has had an illustrious career spanning over a decade and has been the backbone of the English and Great Britain women’s hockey teams. Hinch made her senior international debut in 2008 and […]
FIH: November Elections
by Ernst Baart – Studio Hockey These next months might prove to be crucial for the future of our sport… While the fans still celebrate (or mourn) the Netherlands taking a 3rd world cup in a row in women’s hockey… For the more engaged follower of our sport the day after was marked by the […]
