International
Korea crash Irish party but Green Army reflect on Olympic qualifier spot after joyous week
June 17, 2019 | 680 views | Leave a commentWhen Jina Kang clipped home the killer goal with six seconds on the clock, an eerie quiet fell over a sold out Banbridge as the game was up in pursuit of FIH Series gold, a slightly deflating end to a joyous week for the Green Army.
Ireland succumb to Egypt in second FIH Series group game
June 17, 2019 | 522 views | Leave a commentIreland’s chances of topping their men’s FIH Series Finals group took a big blow as they succumbed to world number 20 side Egypt in Le Touquet.
Brown steps in for whirlwind return to Green Amry
June 15, 2019 | 875 views | Leave a commentChloe Brown described her call-up to replace Megan Frazer in the Irish women’s squad for the FIH Series Finals semi-final against the Czech Republic as something of a whirlwind.
Green Army march through to Series final and a big step forward on Road to Tokyo
June 15, 2019 | 482 views | Leave a commentIreland’s women took a big leap forward on their Road to Tokyo as they dismissed the Czech Republic 4-0 at a drenched Banbridge, assuring they will be part of next October’s Olympic qualifiers.
Magee magic fires Green Machine to opening victory
June 15, 2019 | 1,519 views | Leave a commentEugene Magee’s double set Ireland on course for a winning start to their FIH Series Finals campaign in Le Touquet, seeing off Scotland 4-2.
Hartes go back to where it all began as vital cogs in the Green Machine
June 14, 2019 | 731 views | Leave a commentLe Touquet will always hold a special place for the Harte household as the French coastal venue brought international debuts for David, Conor and Emer all on the same weekend; the twins are back this week looking to make their mark again
Green Army one win from a guaranteed Olympic qualifier place
June 14, 2019 | 653 views | Leave a commentInterim coach Gareth Grundie says last Sunday’s 8-1 mauling of the Czech Republic will have “no bearing” on his Ireland side’s outloook as they face a rematch in Saturday’s FIH Series’ semi-final at Banbridge.
Evolving tactical approach to serve Green Machine well in Le Touquet
June 14, 2019 | 472 views | Leave a commentAlexander Cox is hoping the evolving tactical approach he is looking to implement with the Irish senior men will serve the side well at the FIH Series Finals in Le Touquet.
Madeley raring to go for first world ranking tournament
June 13, 2019 | 578 views | Leave a commentLuke Madeley is raring to go to finally making his world ranking tournament debut at the FIH Series Finals this weekend in Le Touquet.
Ireland ease through to move within one win of Olympic showdown ticket
June 11, 2019 | 684 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 | 606 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 | 574 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.
Grundie anticipating tough battle from rising Malaysians
June 8, 2019 | 392 views | Leave a commentGareth Grundie is anticipating a tough battle from Malaysia despite Ireland holding a 100% record over the Asian sides in competitive fixtures.
Brilliant year in Bruxelles brings Buckley to Banbridge
June 7, 2019 | 896 views | Leave a comment“The target at the start was to stay in the season but we realised quickly that wasn’t set high enough!” Emma Buckley on her first season in Belgium and earning a world ranking tournament debut place at the FIH Series Finals
Magee hat trick sees Green Machine preparations sign off in style
June 6, 2019 | 255 views | Leave a commentA hat-trick from Eugene Magee saw Ireland beat France in the second of this two-match series at Lisnagarvey Hockey Club, signing off their FIH Series Final preparations in good style.
Wilson’s Olympic vision comes into focus at Banbridge
June 6, 2019 | 742 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.
Junior Green Army end second in Four Nations
June 4, 2019 | 394 views | Leave a commentThe Irish Under-21 women were left frustrated as they lost 1-0 to India in the final of their Cantor Fitzgerald Four Nations tournament at Serpentine Avenue, settling for silver in the end.
O’Donoghue strike not enough as France strike late
June 4, 2019 | 362 views | Leave a commentIreland’s men succumbed to a final hooter Hugo Genestet corner goal to draw the opening game of their series with France at Lisnagarvey 1-1.
Barry goal puts Ireland on course for U21 final as senior men face France
June 4, 2019 | 623 views | Leave a commentMichelle Barry’s single goal proved just about enough to see the Irish Under-21 women through to the final of the Cantor Fitzgerald Under-21 Four Nations tournament; Ireland’s men set for French tests
BBC SPORT NI to stream live Ireland Women’s matches at the FIH Hockey Series
June 3, 2019 | 1,428 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.