New Zealand: Vantage Black Sticks struggle against Belgium
Vantage Black Sticks struggle against Belgium It was a tough day for the Vantage Black Sticks teams as they both fell to Belgium in front of a sold out crowd in Antwerp. The Vantage Black Sticks Women were first up and suffered a heavy 7-0 defeat at the hands of Belgium, who clearly capitalised on […]
New Zealand: BLACK STICKS WOMEN TAKE DOWN WORLD NO.2
BLACK STICKS WOMEN TAKE DOWN WORLD NO.2 The Vantage Black Sticks Women’s team secured a thrilling 2-1 upset victory over the world number two, Argentina, in a captivating encounter played in Antwerp. Despite Argentina dominating the first quarter with superior territory, possession, and numerous goal-scoring opportunities, it was the New Zealand side that managed to […]
New Zealand: TOUGH START TO EURO TOUR FOR VBS MEN
TOUGH START TO EURO TOUR FOR VBS MEN The Vantage Black Sticks men were outclassed in Antwerp overnight as they went down 1-6 to Argentina. New Zealand failed to capitalise on their opportunities and found themselves wanting on counter-attack defence. In the first quarter, the Black Sticks set a strong pace with early pressure that […]
New Zealand: OCEANIA CUP TO BE BROADCAST FREE
OCEANIA CUP TO BE BROADCAST FREE In a move aimed at bringing high-quality hockey action to all corners of New Zealand, Hockey New Zealand (HNZ) has announced that the upcoming Oceania Cup, presented by Sentinel Homes, will be broadcast live and on-demand on TVNZ+ – entirely free for all Kiwis. Last held in Australia in […]
New Zealand: TRIPLE OLYMPIAN RETIRES FROM INTERNATIONAL HOCKEY
TRIPLE OLYMPIAN RETIRES FROM INTERNATIONAL HOCKEY Renowned Vantage Black Sticks striker, Nick Wilson, has announced his retirement from international hockey, marking the end of a remarkable career that has left a mark on New Zealand’s proud hockey history. Wilson earned 181 caps for New Zealand, placing him as the seventh-highest goal scorer in the country’s […]
New Zealand: VANTAGE BLACK STICKS ANNOUNCE SQUADS FOR EURO TOUR
VANTAGE BLACK STICKS ANNOUNCE SQUADS FOR EURO TOUR The Vantage Black Sticks are pleased to announce their men’s and women’s squads for next month’s European tour, which will feature matches against Belgium and Argentina in Antwerp, and the Netherlands and Germany in Amsterdam. The selection includes several European-based players who were not available for the […]
New Zealand: ANZAC DAY AGONY FOR BLACK STICKS
ANZAC DAY AGONY FOR BLACK STICKS Australia women came back from behind with two late goals to take a 2-1 victory in the first match of the ANZAC Day double header. A sold out crowd was witness to an exciting match of hockey that could have gone either way. New Zealand were markedly improved from […]
New Zealand: GREAT BRITAIN TOO STRONG FOR BLACK STICKS MEN
GREAT BRITAIN TOO STRONG FOR BLACK STICKS MEN There was despair in Christchurch on Friday evening as the Vantage Black Sticks men were soundly defeated by a precise Great British team six goals to one. The first quarter was largely dominated by Great Britain with their positional organisation preventing New Zealand from gaining a foothold […]
New Zealand: BLACK STICKS SHOW IMPROVEMENT BUT CAN’T GET THE WIN
BLACK STICKS SHOW IMPROVEMENT BUT CAN’T GET THE WIN Another sold out crowd at Nga Puna Wai in Christchurch threw their support behind the Vantage Black Sticks but it was to no avail as the young squads lost their games. It was an experience building series for the players, 10 of whom debuted in the […]
New Zealand: ANI HAUMAHA ANNOUNCES RETIREMENT FROM INTERNATIONAL HOCKEY
ANI HAUMAHA ANNOUNCES RETIREMENT FROM INTERNATIONAL HOCKEY Veteran Vantage Black Sticks player Aniwaka Haumaha (née Roberts) has announced her retirement, ending the most recent chapter in a remarkable career. With 85 caps under her belt, Haumaha has been a valued team member and an inspiration for the next generation of players coming through. Haumaha made […]
