Hockey in most countries is an amateur sport, although played at a high-performance level. But in some places, it can be more amateur than in others. Conditions, infrastructure, and the budget allocated to the development of the sport—all these factors influence how many sacrifices players must make to wear their national team’s jersey. Talent alone is not enough.
The International Hockey Federation (FIH) is glad to announce the appointment of Mike Joyce as its new Director General. Joyce had been heading the Education and Development Department of hockey’s world governing body for the last seven years.
Dreams require hard work. And Uruguay has spent many years chasing theirs. It’s not luck, there’s no magic wand—just consistency, dedication, and a deep love for the sport. Today, they have their own field and, after nearly a decade, will once again host a Pan American event. This July, they’ll welcome participants of the Men's and Women's Field Hockey Pan American Cup, and their only wish is to rise to the occasion.
Very soon, Mexicans will welcome the Qualifier for the Central American and Caribbean Games. Hosting a tournament of this magnitude requires extensive preparation to meet the challenge—and because they know this is the first step toward growing the sport even further in the country.
The Pan American Hockey Federation (PAHF) proudly congratulates Paraguayan umpire Victoria Pazos for being awarded the World Fair Play Diploma in the “Jean Borotra – Career of Fair Play” category, granted by the International Fair Play Committee (CIFP).
To become a technical official in the Pan American Hockey Federation (PAHF), you typically need to follow a series of steps.
The Pan American Hockey Federation (PAHF) reaffirms the vital role that nutrition plays in athletic performance. Proper nutrition is essential not only for overall well-being but also for optimizing performance, endurance, and recovery in sports such as field hockey.
Leading up to the International Day of Sport for Development and Peace, which takes place on 6 April, the International Hockey Federation (FIH) will spend the upcoming days celebrating hockey’s place in promoting peace and development via a range of projects and initiatives. The stories come from across the five hockey-playing continents, with today’s story coming from Pan America.
Set to Offer a Unique and Unforgettable Hockey Experience; President Ikram Commends Plans Presented by Andrew Liveris for Brisbane 2032
The President of the International Hockey Federation (FIH), Tayyab Ikram, has extended his warmest congratulations to Kirsty Coventry on her historic election as President of the International Olympic Committee.
We have come to the final day of the Pan Am Challenge! What an incredible tournament it has been! Over the past few days, we have witnessed exceptional talent, fierce competition, and inspiring displays of sportsmanship from all the teams.
Welcome to Day 8, the penultimate day of the Pan Am Challenge. As many of you know, the rain poured heavily overnight and has continued into this morning, forcing us to delay play by an hour. The pitch is understandably soggy, but the sand-based surface should provide us with some stability as we move forward. While the conditions aren’t ideal, this is exactly the kind of test that brings out the true spirit of the competition. The athletes are ready for the challenge, as are we!
It’s Game Day #7 and what a day this will be!
While the day started with clear skies and bright sunshine, we’ve seen a shift in the weather as the clouds have gathered and the conditions have turned a bit more challenging. But, as we know in field hockey, the players are not deterred by weather. They are here to give their all; rain or shine!
Welcome to Day 6 of what has already been an exhilarating tournament. Today’s matches promise more drama, excitement, and high-quality play. Let’s continue to support these athletes who have given their all and continue to keep the energy high. The tournament may be taking shape, but the road to the finish is still full of possibilities.
Welcome to Day Four of the Pan Am Challenge here in beautiful Barbados! The tournament has been a resounding success so far,
As clouds hovered over the Wildey Hockey facility, there was a slight hint of uncertainty in the air. But as the day unfolded, it became clear that the weather would not dampen the spirit of competition.
