Hockey: Black Sticks lose to Belgium

The New Zealand men's hockey side lost 4-2 to Belgium in their second match today NZ time after winning the first test 4-3.

Canterbury's Jason Bradley scored both of New Zealand's goals from penalty corners today. The sides were tied 1-1 at halftime.

The Black Sticks compete their brief tour of Europe with a test against the Netherlands at Amstelveen on Saturday.

Belgium 4, New Zealand 2 (Jason Bradley 2). Halftime: 1-1.

- NZPA