Rosario Luchetti’s penalty corner deflection two minutes from time gave Argentina a hard-fought win over old foes the USA. The Stars and Stripes had won the two teams’ last two encounters, but it was not to be their day as Las Leonas did just enough to secure the three points. Continue reading
Two goals from China’s Hongxia Li were enough to see off a spirited Italy side and get China’s World League campaign off to a winning start here in London. Continue reading
This article originally appeared on the England Hockey Website on 14/06/2013.
With London 2012 fast becoming a distant memory, it’s now time for England to look to the future. First on the horizon is the Investec World League Semi-Final in London, which runs from 22-30 June. I caught up with striker Alex Danson to find out how the new-look England squad is shaping up. Continue reading
Having looked over the runners and riders in Pool A yesterday, it is now time to examine those teams competing in Pool B of the Investec World League Semi Final in London. This is, in my opinion the tougher of the two pools, so there will plenty of quality on show as these teams battle it out to qualify for the World League Final and the World Cup in the Netherlands.
The Investec World League in London is almost upon us, starting as it does this Saturday. With the announcement of the combination of green pitches and blue Ds as well as an all-star roster of world class talent on display, The Top of the D is more than a little excited for a whole week of live hockey. So, what better way to channel that excitement than to run the rule over the teams playing in the tournament? Today, it’s the teams in Pool A. Continue reading
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