More than 40 players now signed to play in the PWHL
More than 40 players have now signed contracts to play in the Professional Women's Hockey League (PWHL), as the league prepares to open its first training camps later this month.
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India Lose 3-6 To Germany In Sultan Of Johor Cup Semi-Final
Three-time champions India failed to defend their Sultan of Johor Cup junior hockey title, losing 3-6 to world no.2 Germany in the semifinal at Johor Bahru in Malaysia on Friday. Christian Franz (16th minute), Nikas Berendts (29th, 45th), Peer Hinrichs (43rd, 48th), and Sperling Florian (49th) found the back of the net for the Germans, who produced a dominating display. India's goals were scored by Amandeep Lakra (35th), Uttam Singh (58th) and Rohit (60th). The Indians started on the front foot, threatening Joshua Onyekwue Nnaji's goal on a couple of occasions in the opening minutes. But Germany had the first shot on target as Ben Hasbach's snapshot was deflected out by India goalkeeper Mohith HS.
PWHL discussing whether to adopt neck guard policy after Adam Johnson's death
The Professional Women's Hockey League (PWHL) is discussing whether to adopt a policy on neck guards after the death of American hockey player Adam Johnson in England last Saturday.
India Outplay South Korea To Remain Unbeaten In Women's Asian Champions Trophy, Face Same Team In Semifinals
Already through to the semifinals, India thrashed South Korea 5-0 with Salima Tete scoring a brace in their last league match to maintain their unbeaten run and top the table in the women's Asian Champions Trophy hockey tournament in Ranchi on Thursday. Salima scored in the sixth and 36th minutes while Navneet Kaur struck from a penalty corner -- also in the 36th minute. Vandana Katariya (49th) and Neha (60th) were the other goal scorers for India. With 15 points from an all-win league campaign, India topped the six-team table and face South Korea again in the semifinals on Saturday. South Korea ended at fourth spot with seven points.
Unbeaten India Hold Psychological Advantage Over South Korea In Women's Asian Champions Trophy Semi-Final
Unbeaten so far in the event, a dominant India will have a psychological advantage over South Korea having recorded a convincing win over them in the league phase, when two meet in the semifinal of the women's Asian Champions Trophy hockey tournament in Ranchi on Saturday. India thrashed South Korea 5-0 on Thursday to end the round-robin league phase with an all-win record. The Indians finished the round-robin stage at the top with maximum 15 points from five games, while Korea were fourth with seven points from two wins, two losses and one draw.
Purdue coach Ryan Walters says school has evidence of Michigan scouting - ESPN
Purdue coach Ryan Walters, whose team visits No. 3 Michigan on Saturday, said his school has evidence the Wolverines scouted the Boilermakers' games earlier this season.
Sens need to 'go all in on hockey' after recent off-ice distractions
Ottawa Senators players and coaching staff are staying focused on what's happening on the ice, according to the head coach, a day after the team and former general manager Pierre Dorion parted ways.
Indian Women Beat Japan 2-1, Assure Semifinal Berth In Asian Champions Trophy Hockey
An in-form India eked out a narrow 2-1 win over Japan to register their fourth straight win and storm into the semifinals of the women's Asian Champions Trophy hockey tournament on Tuesday. After two goalless quarters, Navneet Kaur (31st minute) and Sangita Kumari (47th) scored for India, while Japan's lone goal came from the stick of Kana Urata (37th). It was a match between two undefeated sides in the tournament and it lived up to the billing. India had earlier defeated Thailand 7-1 in their opener before getting the better of Malaysia and China 5-0 and 2-1 respectively. The Japanese too were undefeated coming into the match, having registered wins over Malaysia 3-0, South Korea 4-0 and Thailand 4-0 respectively.