Written by AHF on February 13, 2025
The close ties between China and Pakistan were underlined when the Pakistani delegation to the 2025 Asian Winter Games received a surprise gift of drawings by primary school students in Harbin. Air Commodore Ashar Jamil, Chef de Mission of Pakistan, and athletes Mohammad Karim and Mohammad Shabbir were overcome with emotion when they were each […]
Written by AHF on February 12, 2025
The meeting was also attended by Kenneth Fok, President of the Organising Committee, Vivian Sum, Permanent Secretary for Culture, Sports, and Tourism, and Edgar Yang, Secretary General of the NOC of Hong Kong. Secretary General Lindberg remarked, “It was excellent to meet with Minister Law and colleagues from the Hong Kong NOC to discuss preparation […]
Written by AHF on February 11, 2025
Crown Prince Mohammed bin Salman and IOC President Thomas Bach met in Riyadh to strengthen global sports cooperation. But while their alliance picks up pace, Saudi Arabia’s ambitious Olympic Esports project is facing logistical hurdles that could lead to a change in the event’s timeline. In a high-level meeting at Al-Yamama Palace last Sunday, Crown […]
Written by AHF on February 11, 2025
The final round of the COAS Interclub Hockey Championship witnessed three more electrifying matches today, with teams showcasing their skills and determination. In the first match, Tiger Hockey Club Bhawalpur dominated Burni Hockey Club Quetta, winning 7-0. Zubair stole the show with a brilliant hat-trick, while Captain Arshad Liaquat scored two goals and Suleman and […]
Written by AHF on February 10, 2025
I also congratulate Austria on winning the silver medal in both men’s and women’s competition, as well as Czechia (women) and South Africa (men) on winning bronze. This is a particularly special moment for African hockey as South Africa become the first team from the continent to win a medal at an FIH World Cup. […]
Written by AHF on February 10, 2025
~England will take on host nation India in their opening match on February 15~ : The England Women’s Hockey Team arrived at the Biju Patnaik International Airport in Bhubaneswar, Odisha on Sunday ahead of the FIH Hockey Pro League 202/25 India leg matches. The World No. 7 side will face the hosts India and current […]
Written by AHF on February 8, 2025
Diyar Mohammed Sadiq, head of the IOC’s al-Sulaymaniyah branch, described Mohammed’s election as a significant step for women in sports leadership. “On behalf of myself and all members of the al-Sulaymaniyah branch, we congratulate Leila Mohammed on her election to the Executive Committee of the Iraqi Olympic Committee,” Sadiq told Shafaq News. “This represents progress […]
Written by AHF on February 8, 2025
~ Upcoming Player of the Tournament, Sonam of JSW Soorma Hockey Club talks about her Hero HIL journey and national team call-up ~ At merely 19, Sonam stole the spotlight in the Hero Women’s Hockey India League 2024-25 with exceptional performances as her crucial goals helped JSW Soorma Hockey Club reach the final in the […]
Written by AHF on February 7, 2025
IOC Vice-President and presidential candidate Juan Antonio Samaranch has arrived in China to attend the Asian Winter Games in Harbin, marking a key moment in his campaign to become the next President of the International Olympic Committee (IOC). During his week-long visit, Samaranch is expected to meet with IOC members from across Asia as part of his campaign ahead of […]
Written by AHF on February 6, 2025
French metal band Gojira, Franco-Swiss opera singer Marina Viotti and French composer Victor Le Masne have won a prestigious GRAMMY Award® for their performance of “Mea Culpa (Ah! Ça ira!)” at the Opening Ceremony of the Olympic Games Paris 2024. Viotti said: “I want to say thank you to everybody who recognised this song and this performance […]
Written by AHF on January 30, 2025
_~ Gurjant Singh scored for Soorma while Jugraj Singh equalised for the Tigers~_ Rourkela, 29 January 2025: JSW Soorma Hockey Club advanced to the Semi Final with a 1 – 1 (3 – 0 SO) penalty shootout victory against Shrachi Rarh Bengal Tigers in their last Pool stage match of the Men’s Hero Hockey […]
Written by AHF on January 27, 2025
_~ Odisha Warriors’ Neha elated with her team’s hard work after winning final over JSW Soorma Hockey Club~_ Ranchi, January 26, 2025: Odisha Warriors created history by defeating JSW Soorma Hockey Club and lifting the first ever Women’s Hero Hockey India League (HIL) 2024-25 trophy in front of a packed Marang Gomke Jaipal Singh […]
Written by AHF on January 27, 2025
According to the details, in connection with the ongoing second Chief of Army Staff Interclub Hockey Championship 2024-25, Islamabad. Gilgit-Baltistan and Azad Kashmir region competitions were held at Naseer Banda Hockey Ground Islamabad, in the final match of which Rising Stars Hockey Club Islamabad qualified for the National Round of the Inter-Club Championship by defeating […]
Written by AHF on January 25, 2025
Scheduled to take place in Bahrain from 22-31 October, 2025, the Games represent a pivotal moment for the region’s sporting achievements. Shaikh Isa expressed his gratitude, acknowledging His Highness Shaikh Khalid bin Hamad Al Khalifa, First Deputy President of the Supreme Council for Youth and Sports and President of the Bahrain Olympic Committee, for his nomination. […]
Written by AHF on January 25, 2025
Swiss sports marketing company, Infront Sports & Media, has reached an agreement with the International Olympic Committee (IOC) to manage the commercialisation of over 60,000 hours of the IOC’s archived audiovisual content dating from Athens 1896 through to last summer’s Paris 2024 Olympic Games. Infront secured a lucrative four-year contract with the IOC running […]
Written by AHF on January 24, 2025
With just one month remaining till the start of the FIH Hockey Women’s Nations Cup Chile 2025, the excitement is palpable as teams and fans alike gear up for this landmark event. From February 23 to March 2, the vibrant city of Santiago, Chile, will host the third edition of the FIH Hockey Women’s Nations […]
Written by AHF on January 24, 2025
The third day of the ongoing 2nd Chief of Army Staff Inter-Provincial Hockey Championship in Charsadda was memorable with spectacular performances. The first match was played between Haripur and Mardan, in which Mardan showed a brilliant performance and won 6-3. International hockey umpire Harun Al-Rashid and Qaiser Wadud performed the duties of umpiring The team’s […]
Written by AHF on January 20, 2025
Rourkela, 19 January 2025: The Vedanta Kalinga Lancers pulled off a stunning comeback to earn a shootout victory against the Delhi SG Pipers in the ongoing Hero Hockey India League. The Kalinga Lancers were trailing 1-4 at the halfway mark, but goals from Alexander Hendrickx (13’, 52’), Thierry Brinkman (35’, 47’) and Angad Bir Singh […]
Written by AHF on January 20, 2025
Bertam Hockey Stadium, Penang Results of the tournament : Champion : Tuanku Abdul Rahman’s School Runner-up : SBPI Sabak Bernam Third together: SMS Kubang Pasu and SMS Sembrong Best Player of the Tournament : Muhammad Darwisy Haidar bin Mohd Sharizal (STAR) Best Goalkeeper of the Tournament : Azeem Zuhair bin Mohd Azam (STAR) Top Scorer […]
Written by AHF on January 20, 2025
_~Yibbi Jansen scored twice in Odisha Warriors 4-1 win in Women’s Hero Hockey India League~_ Rourkela, 19 January 2025: It was a memorable night for hockey fans at a packed Birsa Munda Hockey Stadium in Rourkela as the Odisha Warriors beat the Shrachi Rarh Bengal Tigers 3-1 in the Women’s Hero Hockey India League […]
Written by AHF on January 16, 2025
_~Odisha Warriors picked up the bonus point in the Women’s Hero Hockey India League~_ Ranchi, 16 January 2025: Jocelyn Bartram saved three attempts to help the Odisha Warriors win the penalty shootout 3-2 after their Women’s Hero Hockey India League (2024-25) match against the Shrachi Rarh Bengal Tigers ended 1-1. Baljeet Kaur (8`) scored […]
Written by AHF on January 16, 2025
Empowering Youth Through Field Hockey This initiative introduces high school students to a dynamic and skill-building activity, fostering their physical development, teamwork, and leadership potential. With the unwavering efforts of key personalities like President Kuban Atagarapiv, Head Coach Imran Malik, Youth Coach Zulqarnain, and Director of School Satybaldyev Rustambek Adilbekovich, this partnership exemplifies a commitment […]
Written by AHF on January 16, 2025
The FIH Hockey Pro League 2024-25 is set to deliver thrilling hockey action as it moves through its next stages in Australia, India, and Argentina over the month of February. Here’s a preview of the upcoming stages and what fans can anticipate. Australia: Hockey Excitement Down Under Action will begin in Australia, with Sydney […]
Written by AHF on January 15, 2025
The second day of the Level 1 Umpiring Course in Riyadh, Saudi Arabia, continued with enthusiasm and engagement as participants delved deeper into the fundamentals of umpiring under the expert guidance of Mr. Khamis Al Balushi, an International Umpire and FIH Educator. The sessions on Day 02 focused on: Advanced Rule Interpretation: Understanding complex scenarios […]
Written by AHF on January 15, 2025
_~ Hina Bano and Sonam found the back of the net for Soorma Hockey Club ~_ Ranchi, 15 January 2025: Soorma Hockey Club continued their strong start to the Women’s Hero Hockey India League (HIL) 2024-25 with a 2-1 win against Odisha Warriors at the Marang Gomke Jaipal Singh Munda Astro Turf Hockey Stadium in […]
Written by AHF on January 15, 2025
As India inch closer to the start of their FIH Hockey Pro League 2024-25 campaign which begins on 15 February as they take on England in Bhubaneswar, we are excited to bring you an exclusive pre-season interview with captain Salima Tete. The Indian Team is returning to the Pro League after finding success at […]
Written by AHF on January 15, 2025
The Asian Hockey Federation (AHF) is gearing up to host an insightful workshop on the New Rule for Aerial Balls and Its Implementation, designed to enhance understanding and application of this vital regulation across the hockey community. The workshop will be conducted by: Tahir Zaman, FIH Academy Trainer and FIH Senior Coach Muhammad Faiz, FIH […]
Written by AHF on January 15, 2025
The Qatar Olympic Committee has invited the public to celebrate National Sports Day on February 11 by signing up for the QOC Half Marathon. “All levels are welcome – whether you are chasing your personal best or just starting out, there’s a spot for you on the starting line,” the Qatar Olympic Committee said on […]
Written by AHF on January 15, 2025
The 65-year-old International Gymnastics Federation chief is one of seven candidates vying to succeed Thomas Bach as head of the IOC, with members set to decide in March. The son of a Hiroshima atomic bomb survivor, Watanabe would be the first Asian in the high-profile post. Watanabe is proposing to host the Games simultaneously in five […]
Written by AHF on January 15, 2025
Australian Country 21s arrived in Bangkok earlier this week following a less than smooth transfer from Australia … flight cancellations and delays certainly complicated things. Following an early morning training session the teas were up against the Thai national squads for the first game of a four game series. Both teams recorded 3-0 losses in […]
Written by AHF on January 15, 2025
Team Gonasika edge past Soorma Hockey Club in cagey match ~Team Gonasika beat Soorma Hockey Club 2-1 in their Hockey India League match~ Team Gonasika secured their second win of the Hero Hockey India League (HIL) 2024-25 and kept their semi-finals hopes alive after beating JSW Soorma Hockey Club 2-1 at the Birsa Munda Hockey […]
Written by AHF on January 15, 2025
In line with the guidelines of the Sports and Physical Education Department, the Myanmar Hockey Federation (MHF) has commenced a Basic Hockey Course at No. (9) Basic Education High School in Zabu Thiri Township, Naypyitaw. This initiative is part of MHF’s efforts to promote hockey development nationwide. The federation plans to organize the States and […]
Written by AHF on January 14, 2025
_~_ _Kathryn Mullan (23’) scored the only goal of the game ~_ Ranchi, 14 January 2025: Shrachi Rarh Bengal Tigers secured a narrow 1-0 victory against Delhi SG Pipers in the Women’s Hero Hockey India League (HIL) 2024-25 at the Marang Gomke Jaipal Singh Munda Astro Turf Hockey Stadium in Ranchi today. Kathryn Mullan (23’) […]
Written by AHF on January 14, 2025
The much-anticipated Level 1 Umpiring Course kicked off in Riyadh, Saudi Arabia, today, marking the beginning of an exciting four-day journey from January 14 to 17. This program aims to enhance umpiring skills and knowledge, setting a strong foundation for participants to excel in the field of hockey officiating. The course is being led by […]
Written by AHF on January 14, 2025
_~ David Harte’s heroics helps Dragons clinch the crucial win ~ _ Tamil Nadu Dragons held their nerves to clinch a 3-2 thrilling win over Delhi SG Pipers here at the Hero Men’s Hockey India League at the Birsa Munda Hockey Stadium Experienced goalie David Harte remained the cynosure of Dragons’ defence while goals by […]
Written by AHF on January 13, 2025
Olivia Shannon, Charlotte Englebert, Salima Tete and Sonam score in dominant win for JSW Soorma Hockey Club~_ Ranchi, 13 January 2025: JSW Soorma Hockey Club began their Women’s Hero Hockey India League (HIL) 2024-25 campaign on a high as they beat Shrachi Rarh Bengal Tigers with a dominant scoreline of 4-1. Olivia Shannon (38’), […]
Written by AHF on January 13, 2025
_~Yibbi Jansen scored twice in Odisha Warriors’ 4-0 win over Delhi SG Pipers~_ Ranchi, 12 January 2025: The inaugural Women’s Hero Hockey India League (HIL) 2024-25 got underway on Sunday with the Odisha Warriors thumping the Delhi SG Pipers 4-0 in Ranchi. Yibbi Jansen (16` and 37`), Baljeet Kaur (42`) and Freeke Moes (43`) […]
Written by AHF on January 13, 2025
Rourkela, 12 January 2025: The Hyderabad Toofans enjoyed a commanding win over the Vedanta Kalinga Lancers as they stormed to a 5-1 triumph (Gonzalo Peillat 6’ & 30’, Maico Casella 21’, Tim Brand 47’ and Arshdeep Singh 54’) in the Hero Men’s Hockey India League clash at the Birsa Munda Hockey Stadium in Rourkela on […]
Written by AHF on January 13, 2025
It looks like Matador is gearing up with an interesting blend of local and international talent for the Malaysian Hockey League (MHL). Their head coach, K Yogeswaran, seems to be taking a pragmatic approach despite the challenges posed by the short preparation time and the competitiveness of the league. The team’s strategy of playing fast […]
Written by AHF on January 13, 2025
As India inch closer to the start of their FIH Hockey Pro League 2024-25 campaign, which begins on 15 February as they take on Spain in Bhubaneswar, we are excited to bring you an exclusive pre-season interview with captain Harmanpreet Singh. What are your thoughts on the upcoming season of FIH Hockey Pro League? […]
Written by AHF on January 11, 2025
Lahore District Hockey Association organized the Second Chief of Army Staff Inter-District Lahore Hockey Championship at Defence Hockey Arena (Manzoor-ul-Hassan Hockey Stadium), Lahore Cantt. Today its final match was played between Rana Zaheer Club and BK Club, which proved to be very thrilling. Both teams attacked each other fiercely and showed excellent stickwork. At the […]
Written by AHF on January 11, 2025
Rourkela, 10 January 2025: Tamil Nadu Dragons extended their winning run as they rode on goals from Karthi Selvam (16’) and Uttam Singh (37’) to earn a hard-fought win against the Shrachi Bengal Tigers in an enthralling Hero Hockey India League match at the Birsa Munda Hockey Stadium on Friday. A cagey first half […]
Written by AHF on January 10, 2025
The Malaysian men’s national indoor hockey team is set to make history as they prepare to participate in their first-ever FIH Indoor Hockey World Cup, scheduled to take place shortly in Poreč, Croatia from 3-9 February. This groundbreaking achievement marks a significant milestone for Malaysia as they step onto the global indoor hockey stage. Excitement […]
Written by AHF on January 10, 2025
Through a vote by correspondence, the Executive Board (EB) of the International Olympic Committee (IOC) has approved the nomination of Tony Estanguet (46), three-time Olympic champion in canoeing, for election as an IOC Member at the 144th IOC Session, which will take place in Greece from 18 to 21 March 2025. Mr Estanguet was the President of the […]
Written by AHF on January 10, 2025
The Olympic Council of Malaysia has targeted medals in four major multi-sports events in 2025. In a social media posted entitled “New Year, New Mission”, the OCM highlights the following four events during a busy year: *9th Asian Winter Games in Harbin, China from February 7-14 *3rd Asian Youth Games in Bahrain from October 22-31 *6th Islamic […]
Written by AHF on January 8, 2025
~Winners of Men’s and Women’s Hero HIL will get INR 3 crore and INR 1 crore respectively~ The Hero Hockey India League (HIL) 2024-25 is set to distribute over INR 10 crores in prize money, making this year’s edition the most lucrative in the history of the league. With an exciting mix of top-tier men’s […]
Written by AHF on January 8, 2025
~ Thierry Brinkman stars as Kalinga Lancers notch first win of Hero Hockey India League season~ The Vedanta Kalinga Lancers secured their first win of Hero Hockey India League (HIL) 2024-25 as they hammered the Shrachi Rarh Bengal Tigers 6-0 at the Birsa Munda Hockey Stadium in Rourkela on Tuesday. Thierry Brinkman (3` and 47`), […]
Written by AHF on January 7, 2025
After defeating their opponents in the semifinals played at the Abdul Sattar Edhi Hockey Stadium Karachi on Tuesday. In the first semifinal Customs defeated NAB 5-2 in the shootout stage after 1-1 draw at the end of the match. Hamza Fayyaz from Customs and Aziz from NBP scored goals. Customs Guazanfar Ali was declared man […]
Written by AHF on January 6, 2025
NBP, Customs, Mari Petroleum and PAF have moved into the semifinals of the ongoing 68th DHA National Seniors Men Hockey Championship after beating their rivals in the quarterfinals here at the Abdul Sattar Edhi Hockey Stadium Karachi. In the first quarterfinal NBP defeated Rangers 5-2. Dilber and Aziz scored two goals each. From Rangers Farhan […]
Written by AHF on January 2, 2025
Three matches were played in the ongoing DHA National Senior Hockey Championship at the Abdul Sattar Edhi Hockey Stadium Karachi. In the first match PAF outclassed Federal Territory Islamabad 14-1. Abdul Rehman and Mohsin scored four and three goals respectively. Rizwan and Hasan scored two goals each. Gul Sher, Usman and Zaheer Hussain scored one […]
Written by AHF on January 1, 2025
sponsored by Paragon Group. Total six teams has participated: Bangladesh Army, Bangladesh Navy, Bangladesh Air Force, Bangladesh Police, Bangladesh Krira Shikkha Protishthan (BKSP) and Hockey Players Unity Council. The teams comprised of both experienced and young players of Bangladesh. The Tournament was commenced on 23rd December 2024, where the National Youth & Sports Secretary inaugurated […]