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FHC Board welcomes new members
Field Hockey Canada has appointed two new members to the Board of Directors Philip Wright, a current member of the Men’s National Team and former Junior, has been elected by the Junior and Senior athletes to join the Board as the men’s athlete representative. This role is critical as it provides representation for the Senior and Junior Men’s Teams on the Board of Directors. The second new Board member is John MacMillan. Currently the General Manager of the Pacific Sport Center, Victoria, John’s extended background includes a variety of senior coaching roles for rugby and senior sport management…
Jr. Men's Team faces USA in test series
The Men’s Junior National Team will compete against the USA Jr. Team in a four match test series August 24 – August 28 on UBC’s Wright Field in Vancouver. DATE TIME TEAMS FINAL SCORE GAME REPORTS Wednesday, August 24 7:00pm Canada vs…
Field Hockey Canada announces women nominated to compete for Team Canada at the Pan American Games
Ottawa, August 19 – Field Hockey Canada is pleased to announce the Women’s National Team nominated to the Canadian Olympic Committee to compete at the 2011 Pan American Games in Guadalajara, Mexico, October 14 – 30. This will be the first opportunity for Canada to qualify for the 2012 Olympic Games in London. “Our goal is simple: to reach the podium,” says Head Coach Louis Mendonca. “We are well prepared in all areas to meet our objective…
Men fight hard against the Netherlands
The Men’s National Team’s second and final match against the Netherlands was hard fought, but ended in a 2 – 7 loss. Canada came out strong, but their efforts were not enough to defeat the third ranked team in the world.
Canada struggles to keep up with the Dutch
“The Netherlands are a world class team, and we failed to adjust to the pace early in the game,” said Assistant Coach Anthony Farry. “However, the team was able to find its structure in the second half and even create a number of good opportunities.”
Disappointing loss for Team Canada
“We had a disappointing performance,” said Head Coach Robin D’Abreo. “The guys started off flat and did not rise to the occasion. We came on this tour to be stretched and to expose our weaknesses, and they have been. It’s our job now to move forward as a team. I remain confident in the guys.”
Belgium outplays Canada Men in final match
Heavy rain poured in Brussels as Team Canada Men faced Belgium for the third and final time. Canada surprised Belgium with a goal within the first five minutes, but was unable to maintain momentum throughout the match.
Men step up defense, still unable to score
Team Canada Men unable to score in their second match against Team Belgium on August 6, 2011 in Brussels. However, Canada stepped up defensively only allowing one goal through for Belgium. The final score was Belgium 1 – Canada 0.
Canada Men under perform against Belgium
Team Canada Men played Team Belgium on August 5, 2011 in Brussels. The score was 0 – 3 at half time. Canada was unable to score, leaving the match 0 – 7.