Netherlands

The Perfect Start

It was bold and it was brave. That was how many summed up the International Hockey Federation’s decision to launch a home and away League for International men’s and women’s teams. Rugby had mulled over such a concept, Cricket had

Coming Full Circle

They say that Fashion comes around again if you wait long enough. Does the same apply to sport? Well it would appear that it does in the world of Hockey. The FIH Pro League is about to commence this weekend.

Putting The Individual Ahead of the Team

‘Player of the match’ awards in team sports have always been a topic for debate. How often does the goalscorer get the nod over the player who created the opportunity for the scorer?  Is this simply a laziness on the

Hockey World Cup in 90 Seconds – The Final Day

Odisha Hockey World Cup in 90 seconds

The Odisha Men’s Hockey World Cup came to a dramatic end overnight with Belgium becoming the sixth team to lift the coveted trophy, after defeating the Netherlands in a shoot-out.   In the Bronze medal match Australia ripped England to

Hockey World Cup in 90 Seconds – Day 18

Odisha Hockey World Cup in 90 seconds

The finalists for the Odisha Men’s Hockey World Cup were decided overnight, The Netherlands will meet Belgium playing in their first World Cup final.  The Netherlands exacted revenge for their final loss against Australia four years ago. They raced into