Category Archives: Hockey Women’s World Cup
Shaw: “It’s now or never” for Irish Hockey
Ireland Head Coach Graham Shaw believes it’s “now or never” if Ireland is to realise its potential as a hockey nation on the world stage. Speaking in the wake of his team’s incredible silver medal at the Hockey Women’s World … Continue reading
Van Male praises brave Ireland after Dutch win World Cup.
There was to be no dream ending to Ireland’s fairytale Hockey Women’s World Cup as the Netherlands cruised to a record eighth title with a stunning 6-0 win. Graham Shaw’s side – the second-lowest ranked in the tournament defied the … Continue reading
There’s something about Nidge
Every big tournament has a breakout star. A player who grabs the opportunity by the scruff of the neck and shows the world what they’re capable of on the biggest stage. If you’ve seen any of Ireland’s games in their … Continue reading
England’s Ansley “absolutely gutted” by World Cup exit
Giselle Ansley was left “absolutely gutted” as England’s Hockey Women’s World Cup hopes were wrecked by a classy Netherlands side in the quarter-final. Goals from Lidweij Welten and Laurien Leurink were enough to continue the Oranje’s march towards the semi-finals … Continue reading
Richardson-Walsh praises “exceptional” Danson
No one wants to follow a legend. Comparisons are inevitable and often not favourable. When it comes to Great Britain women’s hockey, following in the footsteps of Kate Richardson-Walsh is probably the hardest job of all.
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