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Absolutely brilliant reliving England’s dramatic 2014 Hockey World Cup win over Belgium with @danfox450 for the latest podcast. Search for The Top of the D podcast on *most* platforms and give it a listen.That awkward moment when Beckie Middleton has to tell you to calm down about Barry Middleton. 😂 #HWC2018France through. ☑️ England through. ☑️ Current feels:Has it been a year already?! Happy Mark Appel Day everyone! What a legend! #keepersunion #hockey #fieldhockeyIf you saw my pre-tournament predictions on @galvanisedhockey this picture will make sense. 😎 #HWC2018 #allezlesbleusThat Friday feeling.... #tgif #friday #friyay #fridayfeeling-
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Category Archives: International Hockey
Maddie Hinch: The best in the world.
“Winning after winning.” The phrase Great Britain Head Coach Danny Kerry has oft repeated in the wake of his team’s recent medal triumphs. Clearly one of his players has been paying attention as Maddie Hinch has been named FIH Goalkeeper … Continue reading
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New name, same great player.
In a few days’ time Danny Kerry’s England squad begin their Hockey World League Finals campaign. Kerry has given a chance to impress to four relative newcomers in Grace Balsdon, Olivia Paige, Suzy Petty and Erica Sanders but there is … Continue reading
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Hinch relishing “toughest Euros yet.”
England goalkeeper Maddie Hinch needs little introduction even to the non-hockey fan. The fearless, agile No1 caught the nation’s attention when her shootout heroics helped Great Britain to an Olympic gold medal in Rio in front of an audience of … Continue reading
Captain Roper ready to fulfil his potential.
One of the things that has struck me about the new-look England squad during the early days of the current cycle is the feel-good factor around the group. There seems to be a buzz, a happiness and an excitement which … Continue reading
Hannah Martin: Writing her own headlines.
England star Hannah Martin has a famous hockey-playing brother. If you’ve read or seen any interviews with her since she made her international debut you’re probably very aware of that fact already. Unquestionably brother Harry’s achievements are extremely impressive but … Continue reading
David Ames: No More Mr Nice Guy
It’s hard not to like England international David Ames when you meet him. A polite, humble man with an unassuming demeanour; you could be forgiven for thinking his Mr Nice Guy personality does not lend itself to the rigours of … Continue reading
Guess who’s back?
Today I am delighted to announce that for the duration of the Rabo EuroHockey Championships in Amsterdam, The Top of the D will be making a return.
A wise man once told me….
A wise man once told me “the best way to learn international hockey is to play it.” Having watched Danny Kerry’s new-look team take on Argentina and the Netherlands this past weekend, those words came back into my mind for … Continue reading
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Farewell, for now.
I’m sure some of you have been wondering why the blog has been so quiet since the end of the Commonwealth Games. Usually, as we count down to the start of the domestic season I’d be doing interviews, features and … Continue reading
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Commonwealth Games Men’s Bronze Medal Match: England 3-3 New Zealand (4-2 after shootout.)
England held their nerve to pick up the bronze medal with a dramatic shootout win over New Zealand. The sides had played out an entertaining 3-3 draw over 70 minutes but with Blair Hilton and Simon Child unable to convert … Continue reading
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