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So what happened at the 2012 AGM?
Provincial Association leaders and representatives, Field Hockey Canada National Staff and the Board of Directors came from far and wide for several days of program updates, workshops and collaboration. An overarching theme of the weekend was defining a national strategy for the development of field hockey across the country.
10 years and 168 caps later
Ten years ago Stephanie Jameson played her first match for Team Canada. 168 international appearances later, she is ready for new and exciting challenges. On June 2nd, Jameson officially announced her retirement from the Canadian Women’s National Team.
Big changes for Women's National Team
This weekend saw big changes for the Women’s National Team defence as three veterans retired. Combined, they earned 347 international caps for Canada and represent 28 years of experience.
Junior Women take on Chile
“It’s going to take some time to build our team over the course of the summer,” says Head Coach Peter Milkovich. “But we’ll be ready in September.”
38 teams participate in May Meltdown
“I was most excited to see participation at the U12 and U10 levels,” says Hari Kant. “The boys and girls who start playing at this age will likely be hockey players for life. And judging from the full stands – their friends and families are also becoming part of the field hockey community.”
USA tough competition for young Canadian side
The Women’s National Team knew it would be an uphill battle against the Olympic-bound Team USA – and it has been. The Americans, currently ranked 10th in the world, remain undefeated in the series. Having failed to qualify for London 2012 at the Olympic Qualifier in February, Canada has shifted their focus to Rio 2016. This series represents one of the first steps in the building phase.
Robin D’Abreo to lead implementation of LTHD
“I’m encouraged by the creation of this role and its potential to significantly impact the sustainable development of our sport,” says D’Abreo. “I look forward to working with and learning from the fantastic organizations and the talented and dedicated volunteer base across the country that are so critical to our success.”
Noreen Ortilla joins Integrated Support Team as Injury Management Coordinator
“Noreen’s experience and communications skills are very much welcomed to this challenging role,” says John Sacré, IST Lead. “This position is critical for our athletes to have the ability to continually train and compete at the international level.”
Junior Men to compete in Guadalajara
With the Jr. Pan American Games just 3 months away, the Men’s Jr. National Team is heading to Guadalajara, Mexico from 14 – 17 to continue their intensive training.