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Columnist for The Hockey Paper and the man behind The Top of the D. Writer, podcaster, goalkeeper and BBC Sport man. Used to work for Great Britain Hockey and have covered the sport at every major tournament.

The end of an era: Barry Middleton announces his retirement

“It has been an honour to represent my country for so many years and it has been a dream job for me.”

And so, after 432 caps, 119 goals, four Olympic Games, four World Cups, eight European Championships and four Commonwealth Games, the great Barry Middleton has decided to bring the curtain down on his 16-year international career. Continue reading