Both Under-21 World Cups have now come to an end: the women’s tournament in Santiago, Chile, and the men’s event in India. Beyond the strong performances delivered by Pan American national teams, there was one award — the most special one — that truly represents the future, and it went to an Argentine player: Milagros Alastra.
There is something in the air at every U21 tournament: the future. Every competition in this category is about preparation, learning, and growing at a rapid pace over 10 or 15 days. It’s about walking into a huge stadium—the same one where, maybe in a season or two, they’ll be playing at the senior level. Every two years, hockey fans get the chance to watch these “mini stars” at a World Cup. Mini only in age, and in the journey they still have ahead. The Pan American Federation is represented in these tournaments featuring the best players under 21.
Danae Andrada made history this Saturday by becoming the first-ever female President of the Pan American Hockey Federation (PAHF). She was elected during the PAHF Ordinary Congress, held on 15 November in Miami, USA, and will serve a four-year term succeeding Alberto “Coco” Budeisky of Argentina, who led the Federation for the past 12 years.
After a presidential term, the evaluations begin. The numbers, the statistics, the charts. What we often call the “hard” side of any assessment. But what about the “soft” side? What do we do with everything that can’t be measured but often carries much greater value? How do we explain the legacy—sometimes intangible—left by those who lead? Alberto “Coco” Budeisky spent 12 years as President of the Pan American Hockey Federation. It wasn’t simply a mix of good and bad moments. It was a journey that reshaped the course of hockey across the continent—and reshaped Coco himself, forever.
It is with deep pride and a great sense of solemnity that the Pan American Hockey Federation (PAHF) is pleased to announce a momentous moment for the sport in theregion. What for years was a shared vision and a desire, today is consolidated as a tangible project: the prompt construction of the first official hockey field in Guatemala. Which isvery important for the development of Hockey in Central America.
At its final Executive Board meeting of the year, held in the picturesque French town of Évian-les-Bains, across the lake from the Olympic capital, Lausanne, the International Hockey Federation (FIH) and its President, Tayyab Ikram, presented IOC Honorary President Thomas Bach with the prestigious FIH Lifetime Achievement Award in recognition of his remarkable impact on sport and the Olympic Movement.
Dr. Michelle Dianne Holt, OD, has been awarded the Order of Distinction in the Rank of Officer for her exceptional service in the field of Medicine.
With more than 40 years of experience, Dr. Holt has become a leading figure not only in healthcare but also in the advancement of sports and sports medicine in Jamaica.
The International Hockey Federation (FIH) President, Mr. Tayyab Ikram, attended the 25th Ordinary Congress of the African Hockey Federation (AfHF) held in Ismailia, Egypt, as part of his ongoing commitment to strengthen engagement and development across all regions of the hockey world.
The XII Central American Games are about to begin, and Guatemala will have the privilege of hosting this important regional competition for the very first time. But this is no coincidence; their selection goes hand in hand with the growth the country has shown in recent years and the constant effort of its athletes to excel in every tournament they enter. This event will kick off on October 18.
The world's best hockey nations, 16 in the men's competition and the same number in the women's, will compete for the world title in Belgium and the Netherlands during the 2026 FIH Hockey World Cup in August next year. The exact match times for both host countries in the group stages were revealed today, marking the start of the first round of ticket sales. The Red Lions and Red Panthers will play their group matches in Wavre, in the brand-new Belfius Hockey Arena. The iconic Wagener Stadium in Amsterdam will be the Dutch home base.
High-performance competition begins at a young age. The Junior Pan American Games held in Asunción will be remembered by many as their first major official tournament. For others, perhaps already with senior-level experience, it was a chance to step up as leaders and guide the younger players.
The last day of the men’s tournament in Asunción 2025 delivered excitement from start to finish, with decisive matches for every position in the standings and a spectacular finale to close out an unforgettable event.
August 17 in Asunción was marked by thrilling matches and high-level competition, with the semifinals and the 5th to 8th place matches deciding the final standings in the tournament.
The August 16 matchday at the Asunción 2025 Junior Pan American Games delivered excitement and key definitions in men’s hockey. With intense battles for the 5th–8th places and decisive semifinals, the teams that will play for gold are now confirmed.
The excitement at the 2025 Junior Pan American Games in Asunción reached new heights today as the semifinalists in the men’s hockey tournament were confirmed. With intense matches and impressive performances, fans were treated to a day full of action, skill, and strategy.
The second day of competition at the Junior Pan American Games Asunción 2025 marked the long-awaited start of the women’s hockey tournament. With the Estadio Mundialista as the stage, four matches kicked off the group phase in a day full of decisive wins, historic rivalries, and a tense finale.
