Archives for: May 17th, 2021

“Our aim is to peak at the right time,” says Indian Women’s Hockey midfielder Monika

Written by AHF on May 17, 2021

Bengaluru, 17 May 2021: For the Indian Women’s Hockey Team Saturday mornings are the toughest. “It is always a red session,” exclaims Monika, Indian Women’s Hockey Team’s experienced midfielder. Throwing light on their training during the ongoing National Coaching Camp at SAI Centre, Bengaluru, Monika continues to explain, “Red sessions are mostly higher-intensity training sessions where […]

Simranjeet’s late strike helps India hold Great Britain to a 1-1 draw

Written by AHF on March 8, 2021

~ The young striker scored in the 57th minute to equalise ~  Antwerp (Belgium), 6 March 2021: A resilient performance from the Indian Men’s Hockey team against Great Britain in their third match of the Europe Tour saw them playout a 1-1 draw here in Antwerp on Saturday. Striker Simranjeet Singh’s late equaliser in the 57th […]

Day 1 of AHF Basic Umpiring Course for Malaysian Hockey Confederation concludes successfully

Written by AHF on March 6, 2021

The first day of the AHF Basic Umpiring Course exclusively for the Malaysian Hockey Confederation was a huge success. Hosted by Ged Curran, the course was attended by 20 participants on the first day. The participants were: K.THIPAK MUHAMMAD EILLIEYIN AINUL BIN JAMIL AMIR IMRAN IZDIYAD AMJAD NURHIDAYAH SUHAIMI DEWI NATALYA MUHAMMAD QHAIRIL AZRIL MOHD […]

Day 1 of AHF Level 1 Technical Official’s Course for Bangladesh concludes successfully

Written by AHF on March 6, 2021

The AHF Level 1 Technical Offical’s Course for Bangladesh Hockey Federation concluded its first day today successfully. The course was conducted by Elisabeth Fuerst, and saw 100% participation. Attending the course were: Humayun Ahmed Moinuddin Ahmed Tapos Barmon Shahbaz Ali Kazi Moinul Hossain Mohammed Anisur Rashid Md. Zahir Uddin Abu Hena Md. Jakaria Ayesha Parvin […]

Women’s Hockey Youth Development training camp inaugurated in Chittagong District Pramila Bangladesh

Written by AHF on March 6, 2021

Under the Bangladesh Hockey Federation Women’s Hockey Development program a Training camp inaugurated in Chittagong District Pramila, with the aim of the training camp to prepare the Women Hockey Team for the upcoming Walton Independence Cup Hockey Tournament 2021. Mr. Muhammad Yusuf Bangladesh Hockey Federation General Secretary (Acting) inaugurated the camp on this occasion Former […]

Written by AHF on March 6, 2021

Hazro: March 2, 2021: Al Farooq Club Khor won the Olympian Zakir Hussain Memorial Hockey Tournament, defeated Faisal Club Hazro 2-4 in the final, Qazi Ahmed Akbar was the special guest of the ceremony. He was accompanied by Olympian Zakir Hussain’s son and international hockey player Ghulam Abbas Zakir. According to the details, the two-day […]

11th Iran Women’s Indoor Hockey Cup Tehran 2021 took place recently

Written by AHF on March 5, 2021

Iran Hockey Federation organized the 11th Iran Women’s Indoor Hockey Cup Tehran 2021. Khorasan Razavi province is at the first position in Iran now when four players are just between 14 to 16 years. Also, Hamedan and Golestan provinces are in second and third position respectively. Finally, East Azerbaijan province awarded Fair Play Trophy. Other […]

In preparation of Men’s Junior Asia Cup 2021, PHF announces training camp

Written by AHF on March 5, 2021

In preparation for Men’s Junior Asia Cup 2021, the Pakistan Hockey Federation has announced the National Junior Training Camp, which is set to take place from 7th – 20th March 2021. The Junior Hockey Team’s Training Camp organized by Pakistan Hockey Federation will be held from March 7 to 20 at Abdul Sattar Edhi Hockey […]

Indian Women’s Hockey Team end Germany tour with 1-2 defeat

Written by AHF on March 5, 2021

~The hosts Germany held on to register their fourth successive win~ Indian Women’s Hockey Team concluded their tour of Germany with a 1-2 defeat here in the fourth and final match in Dusseldorf on Thursday. Naomi Heyn (29’) Charlotte Stapenhorst (37’) scored for the World No. 3 side but Lalremsiami (51’) pulled one back late […]

Seven Days to Go till TNB Malaysia Hockey League 2021.

Written by AHF on March 4, 2021

There are only seven days to go until the beginning of the TNB Malaysia Hockey League 2021! All 14 teams, eight men and six women, are ready to play in the TNB Malaysian Hockey League. Accommodation for all players, Umpires, Technical Officials, and Officials including ball boys will stay in the same Bubble in a […]

Resumption of Hong Kong Men’s Winter League and Women’s Winter League 2020-2021

Written by AHF on March 4, 2021

Hong Kong Hockey Association pleased to announce that the Men’s Winter League and Women’s Winter League 2020-2021 will be resumed on Sunday 7 March 2021 and Saturday 13 March 2021 respectively. Details: Men’s: http://www.hockey.org.hk/Content.asp?Uid=1215 Women’s: http://www.hockey.org.hk/Content.asp?Uid=1217 In accordance with the government regulations, all users entering the hockey venues are required to scan the ‘Leave Home […]

Resilient Indian Men’s Hockey Team draw 1-1 with Germany

Written by AHF on March 3, 2021

Resilient Indian Men’s Hockey Team draw 1-1 with Germany    ~Jarmanpreet Singh scores lone goal for India in the 4th minute; Martin Haner scores for hosts Germany ~    Krefeld (Germany), 2 March 2021: Indian Men’s Hockey Team’s second of their four-match tour of Europe ended in a 1-1 draw with both the teams living up […]

Ahli-Sidab are champions at the 50th His Majesty’s Cup Hockey Championship in Oman

Written by AHF on March 2, 2021

*Domestic heavyweights outplay Bausher 3-0 to clinch His Majesty’s Cup for a record 12th time   * Seeb trounce Sohar 4-1 to claim bronze in the 50th edition of HM’s Cup Hockey Championship  Hockey powerhouse Ahli-Sidab stamped their superiority in style as they clinched the 50th edition of the coveted His Majesty’s Cup Hockey Championship […]

Ahli-Sidab set up HM’s Cup summit clash with Bausher

Written by AHF on March 1, 2021

Semifinals: Ahli-Sidab defeat Seeb 6-3; Sukhjeet scores only goal in Bausher’s victory over Sohar. Hockey powerhouse Ahli-Sidab is on the verge of a record 12th His Majesty’s Cup title when they meet Bausher in the final of the 50th edition of the prestigious tournament at the Sultan Qaboos Sports Complex (SQSC) on Monday. The final will […]

Shaheed Smriti Hockey Tournament 2021 closes with an amazing finale

Written by AHF on March 1, 2021

Shaheed Smriti Hockey Tournament 2021, which was held in Bangladesh, ended beautifully. In the game, Bangladesh Navy defeated the Bangladesh Army by (3-1) goals and gained the pride of being a champion. The closing and prize distribution of the Bangabandhu Shahid Smriti Hockey Tournament organized by the Bangladesh Hockey Federation was held. Chief Guest was […]

AHF-FHI Coaching Course conducted by Jens Lüninghöner concluded today successfully

Written by AHF on February 27, 2021

AHF-FHI Coaching Course: Possession and Non-Possession Play conducted by Jens Lüninghöner completed today successfully. The coaching course was held exclusively for Indonesia. Participating in the course were: Agus Fahmi Dadan Moh. Ramdani Ahriandi Gusmana Epi Yusup Sapei Abdul Rachman Irwan Hermawan Yuda K R Oktavianus Akiputra Hijri Hajnasti Ibrahim Rizky Revaldo Habibrohim Ilham Surya Fallo […]

The 50th HM’s Cup Hockey tournament in Oman: Latest updates

Written by AHF on February 27, 2021

Defending champions Al Nasr Club knocked out of the 50th edition of HM’s Cup hockey after playing a 2-2 draw with former champions Seeb Club. The Semifinal lineup has been completed. Seeb vs Ahli Sidab in blockbuster semifinal & Boushar will meet Sohar Club in other semis. Previously, Al Nasr, last edition’s runner-up Ahli-Sidab, and […]

FIH ‘Year of the Youth’ project all set to go

Written by AHF on February 26, 2021

With 2021 designated the Year of the Youth, the FIH Academy is inviting project proposals from hockey associations and continental federations from around the globe. As the restrictions on play caused by the global pandemic are slowly but steadily lifting, so hockey organisations are beginning to think about a return to play for current participants […]

Shaheed Smriti Tournament Bangladesh: Match Results

Written by AHF on February 25, 2021

Shaheed Smriti Tournament in Bangladesh saw great matches played today. Tomorrow is a rest day for the tournament, with Finals set to take place on Saturday between Bangladesh Army vs Bangladesh Navy. The Match Results for today are: Bangladesh airforce 1-1 Kamruzzaman Shadhin Bangladesh Navy 1-0 Bangladesh Army

Pakistan Hockey Federation distributes hockey shoes to deserving Young Athletes in Pakistan

Written by AHF on February 25, 2021

Lahore: 24 February 2021 On the direction of President Pakistan Hockey Federation Brigadier R Khalid Sajjad Khokhar, Secretary-General Olympian Muhammad Asif Bajwa distributed hockey shoes to the winning Punjab Hockey Team of U-16 National Hockey Championship held in Peshawar last month. Manzoor Jr., Insaf Sports Cultural Wing President Iftikhar Elahi, Punjab Hockey Association Secretary Col […]

India set to face Great Britain as Olympics loom

Written by AHF on February 24, 2021

Great Britain men will take on India next month as Olympic preparations get back on track. Danny Kerry’s men will take on India in Antwerp, Belgium on March 6 and 8, with the European tour marking India’s first forays back into international hockey after a one-year hiatus. India will earlier face Germany in Krefeld on […]

Malaysian Hockey Confederation announces establishment of Root Special Program Training Center

Written by AHF on February 23, 2021

The Malaysian Hockey Confederation (KHM) today announced the establishment of a Grassroots Special Program Training Center which will be based at the Bukit Jalil National Hockey Stadium, where it is one of the projects under the KHM-MSN-KPM National Hockey Development Program (NHDP). The free program is expected to start in early March after obtaining the […]

2020 His Majesty’s Cup Hockey Championship – Second Round Commences!

Written by AHF on February 23, 2021

The second round of the 50th His Majesty’s Cup Hockey Championship 2020 began in style with last year’s runner-up Ahli-Sidab sending clear signals to rivals of them being a contender as they trounced Nizwa 4-0 in a Group A match at the Sultan Qaboos Sports Complex on Monday. In a late-game, defending champion Al Nasr […]

Indian Women’s Hockey Team gears-up for Germany Tour

Written by AHF on February 23, 2021

~ A team of 18 players and 7 support staff will leave from Bengaluru on 23 February 2021 for 4 matches against the German National Team ~ ~ The team touring Germany will be Captained by Rani and Savita will be the Vice Captain ~  New Delhi, 22 February 2021: After their tour of Argentina where the […]

District West wins over District South at the Karachi Talent Hunt Inter-District Men’s Hockey League 2021

Written by AHF on February 22, 2021

Karachi: District West defeated District South by three goals to two in the first match of Karachi Talent Hunt Inter-District Men’s Hockey League 2021 (Day and Night) Trophy organized under the PHF Domestic Hockey Development Vision carried out by the Karachi Hockey Association on February 21. Special Secretary Sports Imtiaz Ali Shah was the guest […]

Written by AHF on February 20, 2021

The Uzbekistan National Indoor Hockey Cup U-16 Girls was conducted in the Khwarazm Region Uzbekistan from 15 to 19 February 2021. The tournament successfully concluded yesterday on 19th February 2021. A concluding ceremony was conducted. With this under-16 girls’ tournament, Uzbekistan primarily focused on Youth Development in the region. The participating teams in the tournament […]

Indian Men’s Hockey Team set to tour Germany and Belgium

Written by AHF on February 20, 2021

New Delhi, 20 February 2021: After a year since they last played an international match, the Indian Men’s Hockey Team will travel to Europe where they will play two matches each against the Germany and Great Britain national teams during this 17-day tour. The 22-member squad is scheduled to leave on 21st February 2021 from Bengaluru for Krefeld, Germany where they will play the home team on 28th […]

Written by AHF on February 19, 2021

Seiko Hashimoto was appointed as the Tokyo 2020 President. She accepted the vacant role following the resignation of Yoshirō Mori. Hashimoto stepped down as Olympics Minister prior to taking up the position as head of the Organising Committee for the Tokyo 2020 Games. The 56-year-old Olympian, Seiko Hashimoto, is 7 times Olympian. She brought a […]

Uzbekistan National Indoor Hockey Cup – U16 Boys – Khwarazm Region Uzbekistan; Concluded Successfully

Written by AHF on February 19, 2021

The Uzbekistan National Indoor Hockey Cup U-16 Boys, which was conducted in the Khwarazm Region Uzbekistan scheduled for 15 – 19 February 2021, was successfully concluded today. With this under-16 boys’ tournament, Uzbekistan primarily focused on Youth Development in the region. The participating teams in the tournament were: Khorezm 2. Qoraqalpog‘iston 1 3. Namangan 4. […]

“My dream is to play for the Senior Team someday,” says India Colts’ Mareeswaran Saktivel

Written by AHF on February 18, 2021

Bengaluru, 18 February 2021: Tamil Nadu’s Mareeswaran Saktivel is one of the fastest-rising junior players. Last year, the 20-year-old’s on-field exploits saw him being fast-tracked to his state’s senior side and also played in the Khelo India Youth Games Guwahati 2020. Impressive performance at the Khelo India Youth Games meant a spot in the Indian Junior Men’s […]

How Tokyo2020’s Hockey Legacy is Preceding the Games

Written by AHF on February 18, 2021

Players already benefitting from Olympic turf Legacy, by definition, is something received from the past. But in the case of Tokyo2020, a hockey legacy is already being played out despite the fact that the Games have not yet taken place. Since their official inauguration on 17th August 2019, the North and South turfs at the […]

Uzbekistan National Indoor Hockey Cup U-16 Boys – Match Results

Written by AHF on February 17, 2021

The Uzbekistan National Indoor Hockey Cup U-16 Boys is ongoing, and here are the results from the matches that took place today: Khorezm – Samarkand terma.6-3 Andijon terma – Navoiy 6-1 Samarqand – Sirdaryo terma 3-6 Andijon terma – Toshkent 4-1 Khorezm terma – Namangan 6-4 Samarqand terma – Andijon 6-1 All in all it […]

Tokyo 2020 Update: 5 point criteria set for selection of new President of Tokyo 2020

Written by AHF on February 17, 2021

The Tokyo 2020 Candidate Selection Committee has set five criteria for the appointment of a new President following the resignation of Yoshirō Mori. Mori had resigned from his role as the President of the Olympic and Paralympic Games Organising Committee. Tokyo 2020 Honorary President and Canon chief executive Fujio Mitarai was appointed chair of the […]

Hockey India names 25-member core probable group for Senior Women’s National Coaching Camp

Written by AHF on February 15, 2021

New Delhi, 14 February 2021: Hockey India on Sunday announced the 25-member core probable group for the Senior Women’s National Coaching Camp as part of the team’s preparations for the Tokyo Olympic Games.   After a two-week break following their Argentina Tour, the core group will assemble at the Sports Authority of India (SAI), Bengaluru on […]

Al-Nasr and Sadab continue their winning spree

Written by AHF on February 13, 2021

Al-Nasr and Al-Ahly Sadab continued their victories in the preliminary round matches of His Majesty the Sultan’s Cup for Hockey 2020, after the first achieved a big victory over Al-Ittihad with a clean six, and the second repeated its broad victory over Al-Bashaer with a score of 13 / zero. On the hockey stadium in […]

A Brand New Training Center for Belgium’s National Teams

Written by AHF on February 13, 2021

Hockey Belgium announced they started to build a center of excellence for national hockey teams at the Wilrijkse Plein sports center in Antwerp. The building will be completed in May 2021 and will become the base of operations for the Red Panthers and Red Lions in their preparations for major hockey tournaments. This top-notch training […]

The scoring profusion continues in the His Majesty Sultan Hockey Cup in Oman!

Written by AHF on February 11, 2021

On Tuesday, four matches took place in the preliminary round of His Majesty the Sultan’s Cup of Hockey 19 Tournament 2020. Majees continued their superiority which they had been showcasing throughout the tournament, and lead in the first group after winning at Al-Salam with four goals to one goal, and with a clean goal, Al-Nassr […]

“We trained hard for the Chile tour and it paid off,” says Indian Junior Women’s Hockey team striker Sangita Kumari

Written by AHF on February 10, 2021

Bengaluru, 10 February 2021: The 19-year-old striker Sangita Kumari was one of the top performers for the Indian Junior Women’s hockey team in the recently concluded Chile tour, where the team remained unbeaten. Having scored four goals in five matches, Sangita said that it was a great feeling to contribute to the team’s success, especially after […]

Malaysia Hockey League (MHL) set to be held next month!

Written by AHF on February 10, 2021

KUALA LUMPUR: The wait is almost over for football and hockey fans in Malaysia now that the Malaysia League (M-League) and Malaysia Hockey League (MHL) are set to be held next month.   This comes after Senior Minister (Security) Datuk Seri Ismail Sabri Yaakob announced that the government had agreed to allow teams in the […]

Team Faisalabad take the championship at the Quaid-e-Azam Inter-Division Hockey Championship in Lahore, Pakistan

Written by AHF on February 10, 2021

Lahore, Pakistan – February 9, 2021:  Sports Board Punjab’s first Quaid-e-Azam Inter-Division Hockey Championship was won by Faisalabad Division. In the final, Faisalabad Division defeated Lahore Division 4-0. They strengthened their position by scoring two goals which was maintained till the end of the game. The team of the Lahore Division was second and the […]

“Facing Argentina has helped us in our preparations for Olympics,” says Indian Women’s Hockey team defender Gurjit Kaur

Written by AHF on February 9, 2021

Amritsar, 08 February 2021:  Indian Women’s Hockey team defender Gurjit Kaur reflected on her team’s recent tour of Argentina, their first assignment in a year, which concluded earlier this month. Despite not registering a win on the tour, the Rani-led Indians went toe-to-toe against the world no 2 side. Gurjit thinks the hard-fought series made her a better player. […]

Lahore and Faisalabad win first Quaid-e-Azam Inter Division Hockey Championship final, Bahawalpur and Sargodha lose semi-finals

Written by AHF on February 8, 2021

Pakistan, Lahore: February 7, 2021, Lahore and Faisalabad won the honor of playing in the final of the first Quaid-e-Azam Inter-Division Hockey Championship. Bahawalpur and Sargodha lost the semi-finals. Bahawalpur Division defeated Bahawalpur Division 3-2. In the second half, Bahawalpur Division played aggressively but could not win. In the second semi-final, Lahore Division defeated Sargodha […]

Indoor Hockey Competitions – Updated Planning for 2021-2024

Written by AHF on February 6, 2021

The Asian Hockey Federation hereby announces the updated planning schedule for Indoor Hockey Competitions for the period of 2021-2024. Indoor competitions set to take place in this time period include the Men’s and Women’s Indoor Asia Cup, FIH Indoor Hockey World Cup, Asian Indoor and Martial Arts Games, SEA Games, and the Indoor Asia Cup. […]

Quaid-e-Azam Inter-Division Hockey Championship: Lahore, Faisalabad, Sargodha and Bahawalpur divisions qualify for semi-finals

Written by AHF on February 5, 2021

Lahore: February 5, 2021:  Quaid-e-Azam Inter-Division Hockey Championship: Lahore, Faisalabad, Sargodha and Bahawalpur divisions have qualified for the semi-finals. The semi-finals will be played on February 6 while the final will be played on February 7. Multan Division 2-1 and Sargodha Division defeated Gujranwala Division 4-1, Rawalpindi Division defeated DG Khan Division 3-0 and Faisalabad […]

“Argentina Tour has helped build confidence in a big way,” says Indian Women’s Hockey Chief Coach, Sjoerd Marijne

Written by AHF on February 4, 2021

Buenos Aires, 02 February 2021: The Indian Women’s Hockey Team will return to New Delhi on 3 February after playing their first competitive tour since February 2020. The exposure tour of Argentina, as part of their preparations for the Olympic Games, saw the Indian core group register 2-2, 1-1 against the Argentina Junior team and lost 1-2, […]

Bangabandhu Al-Arafah Islami Bank Men’s Junior Asia Cup 2021 – Full Match Schedule

Written by AHF on February 1, 2021

The AHF announced today the full match schedule for the upcoming Bangabandhu Al-Arafah Islami Bank Men’s Junior Asia Cup 2021 taking place in Dhaka, Bangladesh are 1 to 10 July 2021. For the full match schedule, click here. The premier junior continental tournament will for the first time feature ten teams that consist of the […]

Hockey Reaches Surprising New Heights in Inner Mongolia

Written by AHF on January 31, 2021

State-of-the-Art Poligras Turfs extend rich hockey tradition In the remote city of Inner Mongolia’s Morin Dawa (which means ‘mountains that horses aren’t able to go over’ in the local Daur language), hockey has reached surprising new heights. A state-of-the-art Poligras synthetic turf sits poised on a mountaintop with incredible views over a region that has […]

Quaid-e-Azam Inter-Division Hockey Championship continues in Lahore, Pakistan

Written by AHF on January 28, 2021

Lahore: January 28, 2021: On the third day of the first Quaid-e-Azam Inter-Division Hockey Championship, Multan, Faisalabad, Sahiwal, and Sargodha divisions won their respective matches. Sahiwal beat Gujranwala Division 2-0, Sahiwal beat Dera Ghazi Khan 4-3 and Sargodha Division beat Lahore Division 4-3. Director General Sports Punjab Adnan Arshad Olakh, Secretary Punjab Olympic Association Idrees […]

6th Asian Indoor and Martial Arts Games 2021 has been postponed

Written by AHF on January 27, 2021

The 6th Asian Indoor and Martial Arts Games 2021 (AIMAG) has been postponed to a proposed date in the window of March 2022, due to the current widespread resurgence of the COVID-19 virus in Thailand. Because of the current rise in COVID-19 cases, and projected cases set to reach an all-time high in the near […]

World No.2 Argentina beat Indian Women’s Hockey Team 3-2

Written by AHF on January 27, 2021

Buenos Aires, 27 January 2021: World No.2 Argentina came up with back-to-back goals in the final quarter, thus overcoming a 1-2 setback to beat the visiting Indian Women’s Hockey team 3-2 in a match that went down to the wire. Though India set-up an early lead with Sharmila’s equaliser in the 34th minute and Gurjit Kaur […]

first Quaid-e-Azam Inter-Division Hockey Championship takes place in Lahore, Pakistan

Written by AHF on January 26, 2021

Lahore: January 26, 2021: Sports Minister Rai Timur Khan Bhatti inaugurated the first Quaid-e-Azam Inter-Division Hockey Championship. The first Quaid-e-Azam Inter-Divisional Hockey Championship was organized by Sports Board Punjab in collaboration with Pakistan Hockey Federation and Punjab Hockey Association. On the opening day, four matches were played. The first match was played between Gujranwala Division […]

1st COX’s Bazar Hockey Talent Cup 2021 takes place in Bangladesh

Written by AHF on January 25, 2021

The 1st COX’s Bazar Hockey Talent Cup 2021 took place in Bangladesh recently. It was a well-organized affair, which saw Junior teams go head to head in hopes to win the cup. The results for the tournament are as follows: Saint Martin Royals vs Maheshkhali Dynamic 4-6 Kutubdia Webriders vs Chheradwip Strikers 3-2 Please see […]

Experienced Argentina ‘B’ beat Indian Women’s Hockey team 3-2 in a thriller

Written by AHF on January 25, 2021

Buenos Aires, 25 January 2021: Indian Women’s Hockey Team went down fighting against a dominant Argentina ‘B’ in a thrilling encounter. Despite a late surge by India, the home team secured a 3-2 win. For Argentina ‘B’ goals were scored by Sol Pagela (25′), Constanza Cerundolo (38′) and Agustina Gorzelany (39′) while for India Salima Tete […]

Argentina ‘B’ score late to secure 2-1 win against Indian Women’s Hockey team

Written by AHF on January 23, 2021

Buenos Aires, 23 January 2021: The Indian Women’s Hockey Team conceded a late goal which led to Argentina ‘B’ team’s 2-1 victory here at Cenard, Buenos Aires. Sol Pagella (11′) and Agustina Gorzelany (57′) scored for the home team while young forward Salima Tete (54′) was the lone goal scorer for India. In the previous matches, […]

Our condolences on the loss of Mr. Thomas Mumba

Written by AHF on January 20, 2021

We are deeply saddened to report the loss of life of Mr. Thomas Mumba, General Secretary of Zambia Hockey Association. He was a distinguished legend of hockey. Indeed, this is a sad moment not only for Zambia Hockey but for the global hockey fraternity. We have always seen him loving and serving hockey like none […]

Indian Women’s Hockey Team hold Argentina Junior Women 1-1

Written by AHF on January 20, 2021

Buenos Aires, 20 January 2021: In their second match against the Argentina Junior Women’s Team here at Cenard in Buenos Aires, the Indian Women led by striker Rani drew 1-1 in a closely-fought match. It was Skipper Rani’s goal that helped hold the home team 1-1. In their previous game too, both teams had drawn 2-2. […]

China Prioritize New Hockey Talent

Written by AHF on January 18, 2021

Xinhuanet.com reports that the Chinese Hockey Association has listed 20 schools as National Olympic Reserve Bases for Hockey Talents. Gao Xiang, principal of the Sports School of Jingyuan County in Gansu Province, is inspired by the fact that his school is on the list. “Three schools on the list are in Gansu. This is a […]

Indian Women’s Hockey Team draw 2-2 with Argentina Junior Women

Written by AHF on January 18, 2021

Buenos Aires, 18 January 2021: Returning to international competition after a year, the Indian Women’s Hockey team began their tour of Argentina with a 2-2 draw against the Argentina Junior Women’s National team in a well-contested match. It was young striker Sharmila Devi (22′) and the experienced Deep Grace Ekka (31′) who struck for the visiting […]

Nine-a-side Super Hockey League final concludes in Lahore, Pakistan

Written by AHF on January 14, 2021

Lahore Lions defeated Lahore Dolphins 1-2 in the final of Nine A Side Super Hockey League under the auspices of Rana Zaheer Hockey Academy. Secretary-General of Pakistan Hockey Federation Olympian Asif Bajwa was the special guest of the final. He was accompanied by Chairman Selection Committee Olympian Manzoor Hussain Jr., Member Selection Committee Olympian Khalid […]

50th edition of HM’s Cup hockey to start on Jan 28!

Written by AHF on January 14, 2021

The oldest domestic tournament in Oman – His Majesty’s Cup Hockey Championship – has a glorious history and has stood witness to some of the most exciting and memorable matches, clubs’ rivalry, individual brilliance, foreign stars, fans’ love and fury. As Oman Hockey Association (OHA) gets ready to host the 50th edition of the prestigious […]

Korea Hockey Association welcomes it’s 30th President

Written by AHF on January 13, 2021

Korea Hockey Association on 12th of January 2021, welcomed it’s new President, Lee Sang-hyun. As the 30th president of the Korea Hockey Association, Lee Sang-hyun, CEO of Taein Co., Ltd., will serve a term of office that begins on January 29th and expires at the end of January 2025, and he can be reappointed once. […]

Hockey 09 Super Hockey League takes place in Lahore, Pakistan

Written by AHF on January 12, 2021

Lahore, January 11, 2021: Hockey 09 Super Hockey League organized by Rana Zaheer Hockey Academy Lahore got off to a great start at National Hockey Stadium Lahore. Hockey 09 Super Hockey League was inaugurated today at 2 o’clock by the Chairman Selection Committee of Pakistan Hockey Federation and the winning captain of Los Angeles Olympics […]

Our condolences on the loss of Fabian Gregory

Written by AHF on January 11, 2021

We are deeply saddened to hear of the sudden passing of former SA Men’s Coach and former SA Women’s Assistant Coach, Fabian Gregory. Our heartfelt condolences go out to the Gregory family and friends.

Hangzhou 2022 Village update: Roof sealing ceremony held and construction is ongoing

Written by AHF on January 8, 2021

A piece of very positive news from China! A roof sealing ceremony was held at the construction site of Hangzhou 2022 Village. According to the organizers, the Village is due to be completed by the end of this year. After the roof sealing, the next phase invloves construction of landscaping and decorations. If all goes […]

Indian Junior Women’s Hockey Team set to tour Chile in January

Written by AHF on January 8, 2021

New Delhi, 08 January 2021: The Indian Junior Women’s Hockey Team played their last competition in December 2019 when they squared off against Australia and New Zealand in the 3 Nations Tournament. But the wait is finally over as the Indian Junior Team will be back on the field after more than a year when they […]

Customs representative offers full support to Hockey in Karachi, Pakistan

Written by AHF on January 6, 2021

The Collector Customs representative Saqif Saeed has offered full support to the Karachi Hockey Association for the revival of the National game in the city. He was speaking as the Chief guest at an impressive closing ceremony of the KHA free of cost winter Boys and girls hockey coaching camp at KHA sports complex on […]

Countdown to Olympics: “This will be the most important 200 days of our lives,” expressed Indian Hockey Team Captains Manpreet Singh & Rani

Written by AHF on January 4, 2021

New Delhi, 04 January 2021: With only 200 days to go for the Olympic Games in Tokyo this year, the Indian Men and Women’s Hockey Team Captains believe this will be the most crucial time of their lives. They caution that the players should not let external factors affect their goal of achieving success. Putting things into perspective, Indian Men’s Hockey Skipper […]

AHF Online Engagement Activities – January 2021

Written by AHF on January 2, 2021

After the successful completion of Online Education Workshops and Courses this past year, the Asian Hockey Federation is now offering 14 Online Education Workshops in the month of January 2021 for Asian countries. Aimed at providing technical expertise and knowledge on various aspects of power and strength training and method of video analysis for Coaches, […]

Groundbreaking ceremony held at Tashkent Hockey Stadium!

Written by AHF on December 30, 2020

Tashkent, December 30, 2020: The Hockey Stadium Project in Tashkent was inaugurated today. This stadium will be the official venue for the 2025 Youth Asian Games. This project would be under the supervision of the Ministry of Sports, Uzbekistan, the National Olympic Committee, Asian Hockey Federation and Uzbekistan Hockey Federation and will be completed by […]

Naseer Banda Hockey Tournament 2020 takes place in Rawalpindi, Pakistan.

Written by AHF on December 30, 2020

Rawalpindi, 30 December 2020: Attock Oil Refinery win Naseer Banda Hockey Tournament 2020. Naseer Banda Hockey Tournament 2020 was organized at Shahnaz Sheikh Hockey Stadium under the auspices of District Hockey Association Rawalpindi and District Sports Department. Attock Oil Refinery won the final 3-0. Junaid Butt, Umar Rasheed and Roman scored one goal each for […]

Indian Women’s Hockey Team set to tour Argentina in January

Written by AHF on December 30, 2020

New Delhi, 30 December 2020: After nearly a year since they last played an international match, the Indian Women’s Hockey Team will travel to Argentina for their first tour of the Olympic year 2021. The team is scheduled to leave on 3 January 2021 from New Delhi and will be competing in 8 matches against the host nation […]

144th Quaid- e- Azam Day Hockey Festival 2020 – Lahore, Paksitan – Quaid-e-Azam Eleven Beats Allama Iqbal Eleven by 6-4

Written by AHF on December 29, 2020

To pay tribute father of the Nation Quaid-E –Azam Muhammad Ali Jinnah under the supervision of the Pak Heroes and Muhammden hockey club organized the Father of Nation birthday Anniversary Hockey Festival match played at Johar town Hockey Stadium Lahore, between Quaid-E- Azam Eleven Beats Allama Iqbal Eleven Quaid-E- Azam Eleven Beats Allama Iqbal Eleven […]

Hi-Tech Under – 17 Hockey Tournament concludes.

Written by AHF on December 28, 2020

Dar Hockey Academy won the Hi-Tech Under-17 Hockey Tournament under the auspices of Sports Board Punjab. Congratulations to the winning team of PHF Secretary General Olympian Asif Bajwa. After an interesting contest in the final, Dar Hockey Academy defeated Fayyaz Hockey Academy Sargodha 3-1. Director General Sports Punjab Adnan Arshad Olakh congratulated the winning team. […]

Written by AHF on December 26, 2020

26th December 2020: The Asian Hockey Federation today announced the successful completion of it’s final Executive Board Meeting of the year 2020. The meeting was a huge success and it saw active participation and updates shared by Executive Board Members from their respective regions. The main focus of the meeting was on the AHF Planning […]

Under-17 Boys Hockey Tournament will start on 23rd December in Pakistan

Written by AHF on December 22, 2020

Under the auspices of Sports Board Punjab, the Hi-Tech Under-17 Boys Hockey Tournament will start on December 23 and its final will be held on December 26 at the National Hockey Stadium, Lahore, Pakistan. In his statement on Monday, he said that Hockey Academies players to showcase hockey talent. The new talent emerging in the […]

52nd National High School Selection Hockey Tournament to be held in Japan

Written by AHF on December 21, 2020

The 52nd National High School Selection Hockey Tournament will be held from December 23th – 27th 2020. This is a good opportunity for the youth of Japan to express themselves and close out the year with good competitive hockey. 50 people each will be allowed to support their favorite teams and make this event a […]

Bahrain returns to Hockey!

Written by AHF on December 21, 2020

On the occasion of Bahrain National Day, Bahrain’s Premier Hockey Club organized an Exhibition Match. This also marks the opening of Hockey Activity in Bahrain; after a gap of 10 months. The Match was played between Youngstars Yellow and Youngstars Orange. Where Youngstars Yellow beat Youngstars Orange 6-4. The event was supported by Sheikh Mohammed […]

Victory Day Hockey Tournament takes place in Bangladesh

Written by AHF on December 20, 2020

A total of five teams participated in the Victory Day Hockey Tournament held in Bangladesh. The teams that participated are: Bangladesh Navy Sonali Bank Bangladesh Army Bangladesh Air Force Bangladesh Police The results from the tournament are: Bangladesh Air Force – 5 vs Sonali Bank – 2 Bangladesh Navy – 7 vs Bangladesh Police – […]

Afghanistan National Hockey Tournament takes place in Khost Province, Afghanistan

Written by AHF on December 19, 2020

On the 18th of December, Afghanistan Hockey Federation organized a National Tournament in the Khost Province of Afghanistan, with the help of the Sports Directorate Khost Province. A total of ten teams took part in the grand tournament, which saw audiences cheering at the exciting back to back matches. The dedication and willingness of the […]

Nigata Municipal Japanese Elementary School holds training session for 100 students

Written by AHF on December 15, 2020

The Japan Hockey Association held a training session at Nigata Municipal Japanese Elementary School for young children from the 4th to 6th grade. A total of 100 students participated in the training. Among key skills taught to the students was how to dribble and make passes. Students were observed to have remembered their training from […]

AHF, RAS Academy & SAS Award – Technical Officials’ Workshop: Meet the Masters concluded successfully.

Written by AHF on December 14, 2020

The AHF special workshop, in collaboration with Raja Ashman Shah Academy & Sultan Azlan Shah Award, Technical Official’s Workshop: Meet the Masters concluded successfully on the 13th of December, 2020. This was a special workshop designed to increase participant knowledge through interactive Q&A sessions with leading Technical Officials in the field. The workshop saw a […]

The Third Team: Umpires On Covid Changes

Written by AHF on December 14, 2020

The England Hockey Federation released a very interesting article about the challenge’s umpires come across during the games in this new era of sports and their personal perspectives over the past few Covid-impacted months. For Janice, who lives in the North of England where Covid-19 hit particularly hard in the Autumn, local restrictions meant she […]

Men’s and Women’s Indoor Hockey Uzbekistan Cup, 11-15 December 2020

Written by AHF on December 12, 2020

The Men’s and Women’s Indoor Hockey Uzbekistan Cup 2020 is taking place in the Andijan region in Uzbekistan. The tournament kicked off yesterday on the 11th of December and is planned to go on till the 15th of December. Participating teams are: Andijan, Fergana, Namangan, Sirdarya, Samarkand, Bukhara, Khorezm regions. The results from Day 1 were: […]

Under-16 National Hockey Championship 2020 – Semi-Finals Report

Written by AHF on December 10, 2020

Peshawar, Pakistan: 09 December 2020 Punjab C won the second semi-final of the Under-16 National Hockey Championship 2020 organized by the Pakistan Hockey Federation. The final match between Punjab A and Punjab C will be played on the 10th of December at 2 pm. Secretary-General of Pakistan Hockey Federation Olympian Asif Bajwa was the special guest […]

Bidding Process to Host Inaugural FIH Hockey-5s World Cup Launched

Written by AHF on December 9, 2020

Lausanne, Switzerland: The International Hockey Federation (FIH) today launched the bidding process for hosting the 2023 FIH Hockey5s World Cups (Men and Women). The Hockey5s’ flagship event is a brand-new FIH competition. 16 teams per gender will take part in this inaugural edition. The FIH Executive Board last year decided to create an FIH Hockey5s World […]

India’s attacking midfielder Udita gives an interview to Hockey India

Written by AHF on December 9, 2020

Udita, midfielder of Indian Women’s team, catch up with hockeyindia.org about her career, the challenging circumstances that come with the pandemic, such as keeping up with her fitness routine, and how right now the main focus are the Olympic Games in Tokyo next year. Full interview: https://bit.ly/3gvuvKV      

Under-16 National Hockey Championship 2020: Day 9 Report

Written by AHF on December 9, 2020

Peshawar, Pakistan: 8th December, 2020 Punjab A won the first semi-final of the Under-16 National Hockey Championship 2020 organized by the Pakistan Hockey Federation. The special guest of the first semi-final was KP Sports Board DG Asfandyar Khattak. He was accompanied by Chairman Selection Committee Olympian Manzoor Jr., Member Olympian Khalid Hameed, Olympian Nasir Ali, […]

Uzbekistan National Federation Cup Men’s takes place in Uzbekistan

Written by AHF on December 7, 2020

The Uzbekistan National Federation Cup Men’s took place in Samarkand recently. A total of six regional teams participated in the tournament. The tournament was filled with back to back exciting matches, and the athletes gave it their all. The top three teams were: Samarkand Region Andijan Region Khorezm Region The closing ceremony of the tournament […]

Under-16 National Hockey Championship 2020 – Day 8 Report

Written by AHF on December 7, 2020

Peshawar: 06 December 2020 3 matches were played on the ninth day of Under-16 National Hockey Championship 2020 organized by Pakistan Hockey Federation. Punjab A, Balochistan A, KPKA, Punjab C qualified for the semi-finals. Today’s special guest was Member Selection Committee Olympian Nasir Ali. Chairman Selection Committee Olympian Manzoor Jr., Member Olympian Khalid Hameed, Chairman […]

Dato Tayyab Ikram was invited to speak at the 1st Pakistan Athletes Forum

Written by AHF on December 7, 2020

Pakistan Olympic Association (POA), in collaboration with the POA Athletes Commission, organized the “1st Pakistan Athletes Forum” at WAPDA Sports Complex, Lahore on 14-15 November 2020.  This would be a follow up of the directions of the IOC’s Olympic Agenda 2020 with the aim to educate, create and  promote awareness amongst the athletes of Baron Pierre de Coubertin’s Philosophy […]

National Under-16 Hockey Championship 2020 – Peshawar, Pakistan – Day 7

Written by AHF on December 5, 2020

Peshawar: December 4, 2020: KPKA and Punjab A continue to win by a large margin, Punjab C scored 15 goals against Balochistan B, the event played in four matches played today. Record goals were scored. Four matches were played on the seventh day of Under-16 National Hockey Championship 2020 organized by Pakistan Hockey Federation. Chairman […]

First AirAsia Development Activity Plan takes place in Chinese Taipei.

Written by AHF on December 5, 2020

AirAsia with close collaboration and partnership with Asian Hockey Federation has successfully delivered the first AirAsia Development Activity Plan in Chinese Taipei. Under this Development Activity Plan for Chinese Taipei, AHF with the help of AirAsia and the Chinese Taipei Hockey Association has successfully delivered various Training Camps and National Tournaments. AHF and AirAsia found […]

Japan Keeps Sports on Track!

Written by AHF on December 5, 2020

It is reported that Japan is giving a sign of the determination of next year’s Olympic Games hosts to get sports and physical activity in the country back to speed as quickly as possible by offering another opportunity for the top athletes to play competitive hockey, the “All Japan Championships” is an elite event for the […]

Chinese Taipei National Cup Hockey Championships – 3-13 Dec 2020

Written by AHF on December 4, 2020

Chinese Taipei National Cup Hockey Championships has commenced from the 3rd of December 2020! The last hockey game at the end of the year ‘National Zhongzheng Cup’ was a great start at Chukoy. The event is hosted by the Republic of Chinese Taipei Hockey Association, which is a total of 10 days from December 03 […]

Under-16 National Hockey Championship 2020, Peshawar, Pakistan – Day 6 Report

Written by AHF on December 4, 2020

Peshawar, Pakistan: 03 December 2020 4 matches were played on the sixth day of Under-16 National Hockey Championship 2020 organized by the Pakistan Hockey Federation. Chairman Selection Committee Olympian Manzoor Jr., Member Olympian Khalid Hameed, Chairman Provincial Hockey Association, and former IGP Muhammad Saeed Khan, Tournament Director Syed Zahir Shah was also present. The first […]

Under-16 National Hockey Championship 2020 – Day 5 Report

Written by AHF on December 3, 2020

Peshawar, Pakistan: 02 December 2020 Four matches were played on the fifth day of the Under-16 National Hockey Championship 2020 under the auspices of Pakistan Hockey Federation. , Tournament Director Syed Zahir Shah was also present. The first match of the fifth day of the event was played between Sindh A and Azad Jammu and […]

Zafarullah Khan Jamali, Ex-Hockey Player, Former Prime Minister of Pakistan, Ex-President PHF passes away

Written by AHF on December 3, 2020

Ex-Hockey player, Former Prime Minister, veteran Pakistani politician, and ex-President Pakistan Hockey Federation, Mir Zafarullah Khan Jamali has passed away at the age of 76. Mir Zafarullah Khan Jamali had served as the 15th prime minister of Pakistan from 2002 until his resignation in 2004. After resigning, Jamali pursued his passion for field hockey. In […]

109 National Cup Hockey Championships venue is ready to go!

Written by AHF on December 3, 2020

The 109th National Cup Hockey Championships are all set to be held in Chinese Taipei from the 3rd to 6th of December, 2020. The venue for the event is ready to go, as the Chinese Taipei Hockey Association team recently released a few pictures of the venue before the action commences. The Chinese Taipei Hockey […]

Under-16 National Hockey Championship 2020 – Day 4

Written by AHF on December 2, 2020

Peshawar: 01 December 2020 Three matches were played on the fourth day of Under-16 National Hockey Championship 2020 under the auspices of the Pakistan Hockey Federation. Tournament Director Syed Zahir Shah, Former International Player and Coach Yasir Islam, Syed Zia-ur-Rehman Banuri, and Olympian Rahim Khan were also present. The first match of the fourth day […]

Abdul Basir Mayaar Noorisitani has left us for a better place

Written by AHF on December 1, 2020

Abdul Basir Mayaar Noorisitani, who was a national team hockey player for Afghanistan, has sadly left this world for a better place. He enjoyed an illustrious career in hockey, from 2000 to 2006 he was a part of the Junior Team. Then, from 2006 to 2015 he played as a National Member Player of the […]

President Cup Hockey Tournament, Bangladesh – Final Day Results

Written by AHF on November 30, 2020

In Celebration of the 100th Birth Anniversary of Bangabandhu Sheikh Mujibur Rahman, Bangladesh Hockey Federation is organizing the President Cup Hockey Tournament, the first hockey tournament in Bangladesh since the pandemic situation began. A total of five teams are participating. Bangladesh Army, Bangladesh Air Force, Bangladesh Police, BHF Green & BHF Red Teams. The tournament starts from 18th-29th November […]

Under-16 National Hockey Championship 2020, Peshawar, Pakistan – Day 2 Report

Written by AHF on November 30, 2020

Peshawar, Pakistan: 29 November 2020 3 matches were played on the second day of Under-16 National Hockey Championship 2020 organized by Pakistan Hockey Federation. Chairman Selection Committee Olympian Manzoor Jr., Member Olympian Khalid Hameed, Chairman Provincial Hockey Association and former IGP Muhammad Saeed Khan , Tournament Director Syed Zahir Shah, ‘Former International Player and Coach […]

Under-16 National Hockey Championship 2020 takes place in Peshawar, Pakistan

Written by AHF on November 29, 2020

Peshawar: 28 November 2020 Under-16 National Hockey Championship 2020 inaugurated with the support of Directorate General of Sports Khyber Pakhtunkhwa organized by Pakistan Hockey Federation. Chief Secretary Khyber Pakhtunkhwa Dr. Kazim Niaz inaugurated the hockey competitions at Lala Ayub Hockey Stadium in Peshawar. He was accompanied by Chairman Selection Committee Olympian Manzoor Jr., Member Olympian […]

President Cup Hockey Tournament, Bangladesh – Updated Match Results

Written by AHF on November 28, 2020

In Celebration of the 100th Birth Anniversary of Bangabandhu Sheikh Mujibur Rahman, Bangladesh Hockey Federation is organizing the President Cup Hockey Tournament, the first hockey tournament in Bangladesh since the pandemic situation began. A total of five teams are participating. Bangladesh Army, Bangladesh Air Force, Bangladesh Police, BHF Green & BHF Red Teams. The tournament starts from 18th-29th November […]

Macau Hockey Association’s 45th Anniversary Cup Tournament taking place today!

Written by AHF on November 28, 2020

The 45th Anniversary Cup Tournament of Macau Hockey Association is taking place today, on Saturday 28th November. The venue for the tournament is Macau Taipa Hockey Center. There will be 9 local teams participating, and the Cup tournament will be played from 12 noon to 6:30 pm. The award ceremony will be held after the […]

National Under-16 Hockey Championship starts today in Peshawar, Pakistan

Written by AHF on November 28, 2020

The draw for the National Under-16 Hockey Championship has been announced. The opening match will be played on November 28 between Sindh A and Punjab (C). The 12 teams have been divided into two pools. The final of the event will be played on December 10. Under the Youth Hockey Development Vision under the auspices […]

President Cup Hockey Tournament, Bangladesh – Updated Match Results

Written by AHF on November 27, 2020

In Celebration of the 100th Birth Anniversary of Bangabandu Sheikh Mujibur Rahman, Bangladesh Hockey Federation is organizing the President Cup Hockey Tournament, the first hockey tournament in Bangladesh since the pandemic situation began. A total of five teams are participating. Bangladesh Army, Bangladesh Air Force, Bangladesh Police, BHF Green & BHF Red Teams. The tournament starts from 18th-29th November […]

AHF Events Calendar 2021

Written by AHF on November 26, 2020

In case you missed it before, here is the AHF Events Calendar 2021. The Calendar is split into two parts, January to June and July to December 2021.  

AHF Level 1 Coaching Course for Iran coming to and end today

Written by AHF on November 25, 2020

The AHF Level 1 Coaching Course for Iran, which began on the 23rd of November, is coming to an end today. The course has been highly successful and the reason behind organizing it was that Iran is now moving towards excellence in Field Hockey after perfecting Indoor Hockey previously. The course was conducted by Lim […]

45th Anniversary Cup Tournament to be hosted by Macau Hockey Association

Written by AHF on November 25, 2020

This Saturday, November 28, the Macau Hockey Association will be hosting their 45th Anniversary Cup tournament. The venue is Macau Taipa Hockey Centre. There will be 9 local teams participating, and the Cup tournament will be played from 12 noon to 6:30 pm. The award ceremony will be held after the competition. The format of […]

President Cup Hockey Tournament, Bangladesh – Updated Match Results

Written by AHF on November 25, 2020

In Celebration of the 100th Birth Anniversary of Bangabandu Sheikh Mujibur Rahman, Bangladesh Hockey Federation is organizing the President Cup Hockey Tournament, the first hockey tournament in Bangladesh since the pandemic situation began. A total of five teams are participating. Bangladesh Army, Bangladesh Air Force, Bangladesh Police, BHF Green & BHF Red Teams. The tournament starts from 18th-29th November […]

Hong Kong Hockey Association launches Mini & Junior Hockey Promotion Scheme 2020-2021

Written by AHF on November 24, 2020

The Hong Kong Hockey Association has launched the Mini & Junior Hockey Promotion Scheme 2020-21 which aims at making hockey available to the younger generation. Activities for young children include training sessions where they are taught the basics of hockey, as well as friendly matches between themselves. Such activities are very valuable for the growth […]

Dr. Narinder Dhruv Batra awarded Capital Foundation National Award 2020!

Written by AHF on November 24, 2020

IOC Member Dr. Narinder Dhruv Batra, who also holds the positions of President of Indian Olympic Association (IOA) and of the International Hockey Federation (FIH) has been awarded the Capital Foundation National Award 2020 at the Capital Foundation Annual Lecture & Awards 2020 held virtually on 15 November. This award recognizes the selfless and neverending contribution […]

The Future of Hockey is Young!

Written by AHF on November 24, 2020

To commemorate the World Children’s Day, the International Hockey Federation (FIH) launch the Year of the Youth, to inspire young people into the sport, help them achieve their potential and celebrate their successes at every level of the game. Working with continental federations and national associations, the FIH will be providing support and guidance; promoting […]

Hockey empowers underprivileged youth in Nepal!

Written by AHF on November 23, 2020

Hockey holds the power to change lives. With this very special feature article, we look at an example of human kindness, dedication, empathy, and altruism which has changed four lives forever. This story comes from Nepal and at its center lies a young boy called Raju and three others whose lives have been revolutionized by […]

Uzbekistan National Men’s Championship 2020 takes place

Written by AHF on November 23, 2020

The Uzbekistan National Men’s Championship 2020 is taking place in Uzbekistan. The tournament saw top teams from across the country compete against each other for the title of champion. Andjian region played against Fergana region to take the win in a nail-biting match which resulted in a 4-2 final score. Samarkand region played against Tashkent region […]

Takamado Tiles 2020 Hockey Japan League Girls competition held in Tokyo Japan

Written by AHF on November 23, 2020

The Takamado Tiles 2020 Hockey Japan League Girls competition took place yesterday at the  Oi hockey stadium, Shinagawa-ku, Tokyo. The final match was played between Coca Cola Red Sparks and Sony HC Bravia Ladies. Coca Cola Red Sparks took the win in a tooth and nail fight for the win versus Sony HC Bravia Ladies. The final score […]

Uzbekistan U-12 National Championship 2020

Written by AHF on November 22, 2020

The Under 12 (U-12) Boys National championship in Uzbekistan has concluded Successfully. 5 Regional teams participated in this national event of Uzbekistan, which was exclusively tailored for the youth under 12 years of age. Final Rankings have been concluded as follows, Andijan region Namangan region Khwarazm region Fergana region Fargonaazot   The objective of the […]

President Cup Hockey Tournament 2020 is taking place in Dhaka, Bangladesh!

Written by AHF on November 21, 2020

In Celebration of the 100th Birth Anniversary of Bangabandu Sheikh Mujibur Rahman, the Bangladesh Hockey Federation is organizing the President Cup Hockey Tournament. This event marks Bangladesh’s return to hockey activity ever since the pandemic hit the globe. A total of 5 teams are participating in the tournament, which is taking place from the 18th to […]

WAPDA lifts trophy at the 66th National Senior Championship 2020 in Rawalpindi, Pakistan

Written by AHF on November 21, 2020

Pakistan Water and Power Development Authority (WAPDA) executed their plans well to win the 66th National Senior Championship 2020, outclassing defending champions National Bank of Pakistan (NBP) in the final on penalty shootouts at Ayub Park Mari Petroleum Hockey Ground Rawalpindi on Friday. WAPDA adopted an aggressive approach right from the outset as they obtained […]

Iran National Courses are being organized online by the AHF

Written by AHF on November 20, 2020

The AHF is organizing National Courses in Iran on an online platform, the first one was conducted by Kitty Yau, FIH Educator and Umpire Manager. In addition, Ged Curran will conduct the next course. Iran Hockey Federation President Behram Ghadimi has played a vital and supportive role in the success of these courses. One course […]

National Senior Hockey Championship 2020 – Final Day

Written by AHF on November 20, 2020

Rawalpindi: 19 November 2020 The teams of the National Bank of Pakistan and Pakistan WAPDA reached the final of National Senior Hockey Championship 2020 under the auspices of the Pakistan Hockey Federation. Special Assistant Youth Affairs, Usman Dar was the Chief Guest. The second semi-final between Pakistan WAPDA and Pakistan Navy was hosted by Deputy […]

Asian hockey – A story of extraordinary growth

Written by AHF on November 20, 2020

‘Green’ turf projects are a sign of growth in Asian Hockey It has been a challenging year for sport but a surge in hockey turf projects in Asia is a clear signal that the sport continues to grow there. In the last year alone, our teams at Polytan have installed over 20 Poligras hockey surfaces […]

New dates for the Men’s Junior Asia Cup 2021 confirmed!

Written by AHF on November 19, 2020

The Asian Hockey Federation is pleased to inform that the new dates for the postponed Bangabandhu Al-Arafah Islami Bank Men’s Junior Asia Cup 2021 taking place in Dhaka, Bangladesh are 1 to 10 July 2021. These dates have been approved by FIH. It is important to state that, in accordance with the relevant guidance from […]

Tokyo’s Olympic Village is Ready to Go!

Written by AHF on November 19, 2020

The Olympic Committee revealed the Olympic Village is ready and waiting for the games to begin, with about 18,000 recyclable cardboard beds that will be used for athletes to sleep during the stay. Located in Harumi, an island district of Chūō, Tokyo (central Tokyo), the village will have 21 residential buildings with over 5000 units. […]

AHF TOKYO ROUNDUP #3

Written by AHF on November 18, 2020

The AHF Tokyo Roundup brings you the latest developments regarding the Tokyo 2020 Olympic Games! International Olympic Committee (IOC) President, Thomas Bach, has highly encouraged athletes to get the COVID-19 Vaccine before coming to Tokyo, however, he has made his position clear that it is by no means mandatory.  This was revealed on Bach’s first […]

National Senior Hockey Championship 2020 – Day 9 Report

Written by AHF on November 18, 2020

Rawalpindi: November 17, 2020 Under the auspices of the Pakistan Hockey Federation, five matches were played on the ninth day of National Senior Hockey Championship 2020. Secretary-General of Pakistan Hockey Federation Olympian Asif Bajwa, Chairman Selection Committee Olympian Manzoor Jr., Members Olympian Khalid Hameed, Olympian Ayaz Mahmood, Olympian Khalid Hameed, Olympian Nasir Ali, Olympian Wasim […]

National Senior Hockey Championship 2020 – Day 7 Report

Written by AHF on November 17, 2020

Rawalpindi: November 16, 2020 Five matches were played on the seventh day of National Senior Hockey Championship 2020 under the auspices of Pakistan Hockey Federation. Secretary General of Pakistan Hockey Federation Olympian Asif Bajwa, Chairman Selection Committee Olympian Manzoor Jr., Members Olympian Khalid Hameed, Olympian Ayaz Mahmood, Olympian Hamid, Olympian Nasir Ali, Olympian Wasim Feroze […]

National Senior Hockey Championship 2020 – Day 7 Report

Written by AHF on November 15, 2020

Rawalpindi: November 14, 20: National Hockey Championship: Traditional rival National Bank, Sui Southern Gas match after a thrilling contest, Punjab, Army Koltardala, Wapda, Mari Petroleum and Navy won their matches, Pakistan Air Force, Police and Port Qasim face defeat, Haroon Rasheed and Waqas Butt’s excellent umpiring manages to grab spectators’ attention Five matches were played […]

AHF Chief Executive to speak at 1st Pakistan Athletes Forum (14-15 November 2020), Lahore

Written by AHF on November 14, 2020

Pakistan Olympic Association (POA), in collaboration with the POA Athletes Commission, is organizing the “1st Pakistan  Athletes Forum” at WAPDA Sports Complex, Chungi Amar Sidhu, Ferozepur Road, Lahore on 14-15 November 2020.  This would be a follow up of the directions of the IOC’s Olympic Agenda 2020 with the aim to educate, create and  promote […]

Second AHF Executive Board Meeting concluded successfully

Written by AHF on November 14, 2020

The Second AHF Executive Board Meeting 2020 took place earlier today. In consideration of the global pandemic situation, the Executive Board meeting was held online. The meeting was a huge success and saw 100% participation. The meeting saw active participation and updates shared by Executive Board Members of their respective regions. There was a wide variety […]

Why Women Coaches Matter – WCA Launch Event 2020

Written by AHF on November 13, 2020

The Australian Women’s Coaching Association is preparing a webinar on why women coaches matter and what we can all do to support women coaches. Named “Why Women Coaches Matter – WCA Launch Event 2020”, will be a free online webinar about women in coaching roles across all sports. The representative of field hockey will be […]

National Senior Hockey Championship, Rawalpindi, Pakistan – Day 6 Report

Written by AHF on November 13, 2020

Under the auspices of the Pakistan Hockey Federation, five matches were played on the sixth day of National Senior Hockey Championship 2020. The Chief Guest on the occasion was DG Brigadier (retd) Muhammad Asif Akhtar of Pakistan Army Heritage Foundation. Olympian Rana Mujahid Ali, was also present. Apart from them, Chairman Selection Committee Olympian Manzoor […]

All new hockey Podcast series by the FIH introduced!

Written by AHF on November 12, 2020

The International Hockey Federation (FIH) is releasing a series of monthly podcasts called “Hockey Pods” featuring news and exclusive interviews from the world of hockey. In the first installment, hosts and seasoned hockey correspondents Sarah Juggins and Richard Stainthorpe are joined as guest-host by former Dutch superstar and current FIH Athletes’ Committee co-Chair Rogier Hofman. […]

National Senior Hockey Championship 2020, Rawalpindi, Pakistan – Day 5 Report

Written by AHF on November 12, 2020

Rawalpindi, Pakistan: 11 November, 2020 Under the auspices of the Pakistan Hockey Federation, five matches were played on the fifth day of National Senior Hockey Championship 2020. Sports Consultant Mari Petroleum Brigadier Saleem Nawaz, Col. R. Ahmed Nawaz, and PHF Treasurer Akhlaq Usmani were also present on the occasion. He was accompanied by Chairman Selection […]

Women’s Donghae Asian Champions Trophy 2021 – Match Schedule

Written by AHF on November 11, 2020

The full match schedule for the Women’s Donghae Asian Champions Trophy 2020 has been released. The tournament will be taking place between 31st March – 07th of April, 2021 in Donghae City, Korea. Participating teams include India, China, Korea, Japan, Malaysia, and Thailand. To see the full match schedule, please click here.

Canadian Field Hockey Association hosts first ever Digital Conference!

Written by AHF on November 11, 2020

The Canadian Field Hockey Association announced their first Digital Conference. The four-day event will be held next month from December 1 to December 4, 2020. Available to all the sport community, through a series of workshops and panels, attendees will be able to participate in active conversations around the ever-changing sport environment and what it […]

National Senior Hockey Championship 2020, Pakistan – Day 4 Report

Written by AHF on November 10, 2020

Rawalpindi, Pakistan: November 9, 2020 Under the auspices of Pakistan Hockey Federation, five matches were played on the fourth day of National Senior Hockey Championship 2020. Sports Consultant Mari Petroleum Brigadier Saleem Nawaz and Col. R. Ahmad Nawaz were also present on the occasion. He was accompanied by Chairman Selection Committee Olympian Manzoor Jr., members […]

The 69th all Japan Student Championship Men’s competition & The 42nd all Japan Student Championship Women’s competition – Semi Finals

Written by AHF on November 9, 2020

The 69th all Japan Student Championship Men’s competition & 42nd all Japan Student Championship Women’s competition Semi-final matches took place recently in Japan. The day was filled with exciting matches with teams going head to head in an attempt at the finals. A big congratulations to JHA (Japan Hockey Association) for hosting these events amid […]

FIH Continues Gender Equality Drive with Special Webinars

Written by AHF on November 9, 2020

The FIH is launching a National Association Development Series on Gender Equality, starting in mid-November. The series, which is being led by EHF President Marijke Fleuren and Valerie Horyna, will be delivered via webinars and open to representatives from all National Associations. Gender equality, indeed equality of any sort, is at the heart of FIH […]

National Senior Hockey Championship 2020, Day 3 Report

Written by AHF on November 9, 2020

Rawalpindi, Pakistan: Under the auspices of Pakistan Hockey Federation, five matches were played on the third day of National Senior Hockey Championship 2020. Former MD of Mari Petroleum Lt. Gen. R. Ashfaq Nadeem and Gen. R. Asghar Nawaz specially watched the match between Pakistan Army and Mari Petroleum. DG Army Sports Directorate Brigadier Zaheer, Sports […]

National Senior Hockey Championship 2020, Pakistan – Day 2

Written by AHF on November 7, 2020

Rawalpindi: November 6, 20 Five matches were played on the second day of National Senior Hockey Championship 2020 under the auspices of the Pakistan Hockey Federation. The special guest on the occasion was Col. R. Ahmad Nawaz. He was accompanied by Chairman Selection Committee Olympian Manzoor Junior Members Selection Committee Olympian Ayaz Mahmood, Olympian Nasir, […]

Société Générale Women’s Premier Pre-Season Day takes place in Hong Kong

Written by AHF on November 5, 2020

On 31st October, the Société Générale Women’s Premier Pre-Season Day took place. Women’s Premier teams competed against each other at King’s Park in Hong Kong, in what was an excellent display of skill and sportsmanship. HKFC-A was the winner of the competition, a big congratulations to them!

Hockey resumes in Andhra Pradesh, India

Written by AHF on November 5, 2020

Vizag, 05 November 2020: Hockey players in the southern state of Andhra Pradesh have resumed sports activities keeping in mind the detailed SOP and guidelines provided by Hockey India. The detailed SOPs and guidelines were shared with all the State Member Units as early as in April 2020 with the intent to be well prepared and ready for systematic rollout. In […]

2020 Adults’ Weekend Hockey League is ongoing in Chinese Taipei

Written by AHF on November 5, 2020

Chinese Taipei is now holding the 2020 Adults’ Weekend Hockey League. It is the very first hockey league held in Chinese Taipei ever. Six male teams and four female teams from across the country would be competing with each other in the following weekends until the end the December. A great initiative by Chinese Taipei, we […]

The 66th National Senior Hockey Championship in Pakistan will start today

Written by AHF on November 5, 2020

Rawalpindi, Pakistan:  The 66th National Senior Hockey Championship under the auspices of the Pakistan Hockey Federation will start today. President Pakistan Hockey Federation Brigadier Khalid Sajjad Khokhar will be the chief guest at the inauguration ceremony. Top 10 ranking teams from across the country are participating in the PHF Premier Domestic Event. According to details, […]

Dato Fumio Ogura pays his tribute to hockey legend Abdul Rasheed Jr.

Written by AHF on November 4, 2020

Asian Hockey Federation President, Dato Fumio Ogura would like to offer his sincere condolences on the loss of hockey legend and Olympian Captain, Abdul Rasheed Junior. Dato Fumio believes this is a great loss to the Hockey Family, and re-calls Abdul Rasheed in his prime as a top goal-scorer who would stun and astonish audiences. […]

Jacques Brinkman’s Tips on Hockey

Written by AHF on November 4, 2020

The Official Olympic Channel asked former Dutch player and two times Olympic gold medallist Jacques Brinkman some advice and tips to be the very best during a hockey match. You can check them here.  

Hockey activities resume in Puducherry & Tamil Nadu

Written by AHF on November 4, 2020

Puducherry, 04 November 2020: In accordance with the Ministry of Home Affairs’ (MHA) guidelines issued in September, hockey players in Puducherry as well as Tamil Nadu have resumed sports activities keeping in mind the detailed SOP and guidelines provided by Hockey India. The detailed SOPs and guidelines were shared with all the State Member Units as early as in April 2020 […]

Pakistani Hockey Legend, Abdul Rasheed Jr. passes away at 79

Written by AHF on November 4, 2020

Pakistani hockey legend, and former Olympian Captain, Abdul Rasheed Junior, has passed away at the age of 79. Sources claim that he was suffering from Kidney disease. He was the only legendary Pakistani athlete to win gold, silver, and bronze medals in the Olympic games. His funeral prayers will be offered in Bannu, Pakistan. Olympian Abdul […]

69th Men’s All-Japan Student Hockey Championships & 42nd Women’s All-Japan Student Hockey Championships – Final Match Results

Written by AHF on November 3, 2020

The final matches for both the 69th Men’s All-Japan Student Hockey Championships & 42nd Women’s All-Japan Student Hockey Championships took place today in Japan, on November 3rd. The match results are as follows: 69th Men’s All-Japan Student Hockey Championships Ritsumeikan University 1-1 (so5- 4) Tenri University 42nd Women’s All-Japan Student Hockey Championships Ritsumeikan University 0-0 (so3- 1) […]

69th Men’s All-Japan Student Hockey Championship & 42nd Women’s All-Japan Student Hockey Championship taking place in Japan

Written by AHF on November 2, 2020

The 69th Men’s All-Japan Student Hockey Championship & 42nd Women’s All-Japan Student Hockey Championship are taking place in Japan. Both tournaments have reached the Finals stages, with the semi-finals having been played today. Men’s Semi-Final winner is Ritsumeikan University who will now play in the Final against Tenri University. The winner of the Women’s Semi-Final is Ritsumeikan University, who will […]

5th National Tray Hockey Championship 2020 – Final Day Match Result

Written by AHF on October 31, 2020

An exciting day of hockey comes to an end in Lahore, Pakistan, as the final matches of the 5th National Tray Hockey Championship are concluded. The results of the final day were: (3rd/4th Position Match) PAF Vs HEC 4 – 2 FINAL Punjab Vs MPCL 2-2 (SO6-4) The players received different accolades, among which the […]

U-18 National Indoor & Field Hockey Men’s & Women’s Finals (Thailand) are tomorrow!

Written by AHF on October 31, 2020

The U-18 National Indoor & Field Hockey Men’s & Women’s tournament in Thailand is coming to a close, with the Finals to be played tomorrow. The match-ups are: Field Hockey Men’s Nakhonnayok Sports School VS ROUSO CHANUPTHAM SCHOOL Women’s KARSANG WITHIYAKOM SCHOOL VS NAKHON NAYOK SPORTS SCHOOL Indoor Hockey Men’s RAYONG WITHIYAKOM SCHOOL VS AO […]

5th National Tray Hockey Championship, Pakistan – Day 6 Review

Written by AHF on October 30, 2020

On the seventh day (29-10-2020) of the 5th National Tray Hockey Championships, two semifinals were played at the National Hockey Stadium, Lahore Pitch no. II. In the first semifinal, Punjab defeated Pakistan Air Force by 7 – 3. Zain Ijaz and Hannan Shahid netted two goals each, Amir Ali, Mohsin Hassan, and Arslan Arshad scored […]

U-18 National Indoor & Field Hockey Men’s & Women’s Semi-finals (Thailand) are tomorrow!

Written by AHF on October 29, 2020

The U-18 National Indoor & Field Hockey Men’s & Women’s Semi-finals are tomorrow! The match details are as below: Indoor Hockey Women’s 1st Semi-Final Rtanakosinsomphot Lartkbang School VS Tong Song Hong School 2nd Semi-Final Sports School Nakhonnayok VS Bansomdet Univesity Men’s 1st Semi-Final Rayong Withikom School VS Satit PSU Pattani School 2nd Semi-Final Krasang Phityakom […]

An Interview with Manpreet Singh

Written by AHF on October 29, 2020

The Official Olympic Channel made a very interesting profile interview with Indian’s Hockey Men team captain Manpreet Singh. Among the things the FIH Player of the Year 2019 winner talks about are: his experience as being part of the National team, how proud he is of the opportunity he was given, and how much he […]

5th National Tray Hockey Championship, Pakistan – Day 6 Review

Written by AHF on October 29, 2020

On the sixth day (28-10-2020) of the 5th National Tray Hockey Championships, three matches were played at the National Hockey Stadium, Lahore Pitch no. II. In the first contest of the day, Islamabad defeated Azad Jammu and Kashmir by 4-0. Usman Ramzan netted two goals, Azhar Ullah and Adeel Ahmad scored one goal for the […]

Uzbekistan National U16 Boy & Girls National Championship 2020 – Day 3 Results

Written by AHF on October 28, 2020

Day 3 of the Uzbekistan National Under 16 Boys & Girls National Championship 2020 has come to a close. A total of four matches were played by the Boys teams throughout the day. The results of the matches are as below: Andijan-Samarkand 1:0 Tashkent-Namangan 3:0 Fergana-Khorezm 5:0 Samarkand -Khorezm  5:0

Kazakhstan National Women’s & Men’s Championship 2020 – Final Round with Results

Written by AHF on October 28, 2020

The Final Round of the Men & Women National Championship is underway and Day 1 of the Women’s National Championship and Day 3 of the Men’s National Championship have concluded at the Taldykorgan Hockey Stadium in Kazakhstan. The Day 1 Results for the Final Round of Women’s National Championship were as follows: 1st Match – Almaty region VS Kyzylorda 4-1 2nd […]

Website Version of Watch.Hockey App now available!

Written by AHF on October 28, 2020

Just in time for the FIH Hockey Pro League matches between October 27 and November 15, the International Hockey Federation (FIH) and NAGRA announced today’s launch of the website version of Watch.Hockey (https://Watch.Hockey). In addition to the Watch.Hockey mobile app launched mid-September, which has garnered over 20,000 active users in just one month, this browser-based […]

Full Day Report: National Tray Hockey Championship, Pakistan

Written by AHF on October 26, 2020

Lahore: October 25, 20 (Sports One / Shafqat Malik) Under the auspices of Pakistan Hockey Federation, four matches were played on the third day of National Tray Hockey Championship on Sunday, October 25. The first match was played at Mari Petroleum vs Balochistan at 9 o’clock on Patch No. 2. In which Mari Petroleum defeated […]

The history of the Olympic Rings Tattoo

Written by AHF on October 24, 2020

So, what’s behind the tattoo that every year during the Olympics we see on different parts of the bodies of the athletes who participate in the Olympic Games? We have to go all the way back to the 1988 Seoul Olympics, when Chris Jacobs, a freestyle swimmer with the U.S. team, decided to get a […]

FIH Approves Reviewed Gender Equality Policy

Written by AHF on October 23, 2020

Meeting on 22nd October 2020 via online conference under the chairmanship of FIH President Dr Narinder Dhruv Batra, the Executive Board (EB) of the International Hockey Federation (FIH) ratified the reviewed FIH Gender Equality Policy.

66th Edition of the National Senior Hockey Championship to take place in November, in Pakistan

Written by AHF on October 22, 2020

The premier event of domestic hockey, 66th Edition of the National Senior Hockey Championship will be played at Mari Petroleum Hockey Stadium, Ayub Park, Rawalpindi from 3rd to 15th November 2020. According to the ranking of the 65th National Hockey Championship following teams have already qualified for this edition:- 1)    National Bank of Pakistan 2)   […]

Field Hockey 100 Years Ago!

Written by AHF on October 22, 2020

The Official Olympic Channel released a series of webisodes called “Past & Present: Fashion Behind the Games”. Each episode focuses on how fashion has helped sport move forward to the present day, with athletes and fashion designers from around the world assigned to make an old garment and test it under today’s conditions. In the […]

AirAsia training camp takes place from 9 to 11 October

Written by AHF on October 21, 2020

The second AirAsia training camp took place in Chinese Taipei, organized by the Chinese Taipei Hockey Association. The competition accompanied by the training program saw both Men’s and Women’s matches. The athletes put on an amazing display of skill. Both the Summer Training Camp and Competition were big hits with players. The event was sponsored […]

ParaHockey ID Applies as a Demonstration Sport for Berlin 2023 Special Olympics World Games

Written by AHF on October 20, 2020

The European Hockey Federation announced last week their support to have ParaHockey ID as a demonstration sport. Berlin will host the 2023 Special Olympics World Games, where two new sports will have the chance to be included as demonstration sports. The German Hockey Federation is applying for one of these two places with ParaHockey ID, […]

National TRAY Hockey Championship to begin from 22 October in Pakistan

Written by AHF on October 17, 2020

The PHF has announced the schedule of Tray Hockey Championship which is to be organised at National Hockey Stadium in Lahore from October 22 to November 2. For the smooth conduct of the Championship, the PHF has appointed following Panel of Technical Officials:- TOURNAMENT DIRECTOR: Lt Col (Retd) M. Asif Naz Khokhar – Lahore ASSTT. […]

The many skills of a multi-tasking match manager

Written by AHF on October 17, 2020

Managing the bench, over-seeing substitutions and suspensions, ensuring the accurate recording of match details, providing leadership of team of officials. These are just some of the roles fulfilled by the multi-tasking Match Manager. The role of Match Manager is a new one. It has been created specifically for FIH Hockey Pro League matches and is […]

Men’s FIH Pro League Standings as of October 2020

Written by AHF on October 17, 2020

After a six months break, due to the Covid-19 pandemic, the 2020-21 FIH Hockey Pro League resumed play on September 22 with national teams from Germany and Belgium. The Belgium men traveled to Düsseldorf for the first two matches of the season, playing on September 22 & 23. The visitors won the first game by […]

1st Suramericanos Games Master ODESUR 2021 Announced

Written by AHF on October 16, 2020

The event will take place in Santiago, Chile between the 16 and 21 of march 2021. The sports offer includes athletics, basketball, fencing, golf, field hockey, judo, swimming, rugby, tennis, table tennis and volleyball. The organization will be handle by the Organización Deportiva Suramericana (ODESUR), a multi-sports organisation for the South American Games. The COI […]

London Gets Ready for the FIH Hockey Pro League!

Written by AHF on October 15, 2020

International hockey teams will return to Lee Valley Hockey and Tennis Centre in 2021 for a series of games in the FIH Hockey Pro League. Throughout May; Britain’s National teams will face India, China, Argentina, USA and Spain in three back-to-back weekends of world class hockey on the Queen Elizabeth Olympic Park. Tickets are now […]

Playing Hockey Abroad: The Belgium Experience

Written by AHF on October 14, 2020

Recently, the FIH published an article recounting the story of different people traveling to foreign countries to play hockey. How was it like, the benefits, the experience in general. Among the things that stand out were meeting lots of new people, living in a different culture, learning a new language and being exposed to different […]

The Tokyo Oi Hockey Stadium Ready to Go!

Written by AHF on October 13, 2020

This sports venue that was built inside the Oi Central Seaside Park Sports Forest and will host all Olympic Hockey games. Construction for the stadium began in late 2018 and was finished by June 2020. The officially inaugurated was on August 17, 2020. It is situated in the waterfront area of Tokyo Bay, 5-10-minute walk […]