Hockey: Black Sticks attacker to lead up front as Child named captain
Simon Child's playing credentials aren't in doubt; now he gets the chance to show his captaincy skills as the Black Sticks prepare to face Japan next week.
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Hockey: NZ lose to Germany and face Netherlands
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Black Sticks suffer first loss
The Black Sticks Men have suffered their first loss at the Hockey World Cup after being defeated 3-1 by Argentina at Kyocera Stadium.
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Hockey: Shock loss for Black Sticks
New Zealand have suffered a shock defeat in the quarter-finals of the Champions Challenge men's hockey tournament in Malaysia.
Hockey: Japan score surprise first test draw against NZ
A last-minute goal enabled Japan to pull off a surprise 2-2 men's hockey draw with the far higher-ranked New Zealand in their opening international at Mt Maunganui last night.
Hockey: Japan tests ideal for Black Sticks
New Zealand will be wary not to cast their eyes too far ahead when they start their three-test series against Japan in Mt Maunganui tonight.
Hayward eager to rejoin Black Sticks for Japan series
After five months out of the national side, it's no wonder Andy Hayward is itching for action when New Zealand play their three-test series against Japan next week.
Hockey: Blacks Sticks facing bonanza of home tests as World Cup looms
A bumper period of international play is looming for the two Black Sticks teams in the next two months.
Hockey: Black Sticks fume at failure to fire
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Hockey: Netherlands beat Black Sticks
The Netherlands won the inaugural World League men’s final, beating New Zealand 7-2 in the final in New Delhi today.
Black Sticks through to the final
New Zealand are through to the World League final in thrilling fashion, after winning a second consecutive penalty shootout in their semifinal against England in New Delhi.