International Tournament
Ireland ease through to move within one win of Olympic showdown ticket
June 11, 2019 | 858 views | Leave a commentThe Green Army marched into the semi-final of the FIH Series Finals with the minimum of fuss as their 11-0 win over Singapore at Banbridge puts them one win away from a guaranteed direct Olympic qualifier tie.
O’Flanagan’s quartet crowns complete performance from Ireland over Czechs
June 9, 2019 | 871 views | Leave a commentAnna O’Flanagan’s quartet of goals saw Ireland move to the brink of an FIH Series Finals semi-final spot as the put in a breathtaking 8-1 win over the Czech Republic on day two at Banbridge.
Barr and Mullan set Ireland on course for opening win over Malaysia
June 8, 2019 | 761 views | Leave a commentBethany Barr and Katie Mullan strikes were enough to get Ireland up and running at the FIH Series Finals in Banbridge as they got the better of Malaysia.
Wilson’s Olympic vision comes into focus at Banbridge
June 6, 2019 | 969 views | Leave a commentThe sight of Antrim woman Zoe Wilson wearing a broad smile and proudly peering through a pair of goggles while clutching her silver medal was among the many unforgettable images at the women’s World Cup in London last August, writes John Flack.
BBC SPORT NI to stream live Ireland Women’s matches at the FIH Hockey Series
June 3, 2019 | 1,696 views | Leave a commentThe quest for a women’s place at the Olympic Games for the first time ever begins for Ireland with the eight-nation tournament. All of Ireland’s games will be streamed live on the BBC Sport NI website.
Hawkshaw, Barr and Buckley set for major tournament debuts
May 31, 2019 | 2,081 views | Leave a commentSarah Hawkshaw, Bethany Barr and Emma Buckley are all set for their world ranking tournament debuts as they made the final cut for next week’s FIH Series Finals in Banbridge.
Dancer set for Belfast-base for Green Army rein
May 15, 2019 | 1,141 views | Leave a commentIreland women’s hockey head coach Sean Dancer will be based in Belfast in a departure from the norm as he prepares to take over the reins from Graham Shaw
Jackson to return while Madeley set for ranking tournament debut
May 13, 2019 | 1,004 views | Leave a commentAlexander Cox has rung the changes in the Irish men’s squad for the next stage in the Olympic qualifying process – June’s FIH Series Finals in Le Touquet, France – with six changes from December’s World Cup line-up.
Sean Dancer appointed as the new Green Army coach
April 25, 2019 | 644 views | Leave a commentIreland and New Zealand’s exchange of coaching know-how is set to continue with Sean Dancer swapping hemispheres to take on the role as Green Army head coach.
Boyles takes on lead role with Green Army
March 14, 2019 | 1,380 views | Leave a commentArlene Boyles has been handed the lead coaching role with Ireland’s women on a temporary basis following last week’s shock resignation of Graham Shaw who is leaving to take charge of the New Zealand national team, writes John Flack.
Banbridge step in to host women’s Hockey Series Finals
March 12, 2019 | 864 views | Leave a commentBanbridge’s Havelock Park has been confirmed as the new host venue for the women’s Hockey Series Finals to take place from June 8th to 16th this year, ending a six-month saga.
Green Army’s FIH Series Finals schedule confirmed but venue tbc
February 28, 2019 | 767 views | Leave a commentThe Irish women’s FIH Series Finals schedule has been confirmed with the side beginning their campaign against Malaysia on June 8 before facing the Czech Republic the following day.
Opponents for Hockey Series Finals confirmed for Irish men and women
January 22, 2019 | 511 views | Leave a commentIreland’s Olympic qualifying path became slightly clearer with confirmation of the final sides to play in June’s Hockey Series Finals.
Ireland left empty after devastating World Cup exit
December 8, 2018 | 1,410 views | Leave a commentWith emotions still raw in the wake of their World Cup departure, the Irish squad attempted to put into words their feelings following their departure from the competition.
Irish knock-out hopes brought to crushing end by England
December 7, 2018 | 648 views | Leave a commentIreland’s World Cup crossover hopes came to a crushing end at the hands of England, leaving them bottom of Pool B in Bhubaneswar.
Conor Harte and Green Machine to summon fighting Irish spirit
December 7, 2018 | 561 views | Leave a commentConor Harte says today’s showdown with England is Ireland’s “World Cup final” with a draw or better required against the world number seven side.
Cargo hails amazing World Cup atmosphere as Bhubaneswar goes hockey crazy
December 5, 2018 | 630 views | Leave a commentChris Cargo has hailed the “amazing” World Cup atmosphere as Bhubaneswar and the Indian crowds have gone wild for the event, turning the city into a mecca for hockey.
Ireland frustrated by China to set up England showdown on Friday
December 4, 2018 | 722 views | Leave a commentIreland were left to reflect on a frustrating evening in Bhubaneswar as China’s compact gameplan saw them cling on for a draw, leaving the Green Machine to go down to the wire on Friday against England.
Cox wary of China threat as Ireland look to avoid ambush
December 4, 2018 | 477 views | Leave a commentHaving seen their plans of an ambush against world number one side Australia fall just short, Ireland’s men now assume the opposite role as they look avoid the trap laid by China today in their second World Cup group game (1.30pm, BT Sport).
O’Donoghue equals record but Australia edge home
November 30, 2018 | 711 views | Leave a commentShane O’Donoghue’s record equaling 93rd international goal was not quite enough as Ireland made life incredibly awkward for the world number one side but ultimately fell to a 2-1 defeat.