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PHF Launches National Hockey Portal to Revive Grassroots Hockey in Pakistan
Islamabad (Sports News): The Pakistan Hockey Federation (PHF), with the support of the Ministry of Inter-Provincial Coordination (IPC) and the Pakistan Sports Board (PSB), has launched the National Hockey Portal, a nationwide digital platform to identify, register, and nurture young hockey talent from schools across Pakistan.All public and private schools are encouraged to register on the National Hockey Portal at nationalhockeyportal.com and become part of this landmark initiative aimed at reviving Pakistan's national game through a structured grassroots development programme.As part of this national campaign, the Pakistan Hockey Federation will provide hockey equipment to 1,000 schools across Pakistan in phases. Registered schools will also receive technical guidance, coaching support, and opportunities to participate in talent identification and player development programmes.The initiative seeks to create a sustainable pipeline of young players by promoting hockey at the school level and ensuring that talented boys and girls from every province, region, and district are given the opportunity to develop their skills and represent Pakistan in the future.The Pakistan Hockey Federation has called upon all provincial governments, education departments, school administrations, and private educational institutions to actively support the initiative by ensuring the timely registration of schools on the National Hockey Portal. Their cooperation will be instrumental in expanding hockey participation, strengthening grassroots sports, and identifying the next generation of national hockey stars.The Pakistan Hockey Federation, in collaboration with the Ministry of Inter-Provincial Coordination and the Pakistan Sports Board, remains committed to restoring Pakistan's glorious hockey legacy through modern, technology-driven talent identification and comprehensive grassroots development across the country.
Pakistan Hockey Team Player and Officials return home
ISLAMABAD (Staff Report): The Pakistan hockey team returned home after participating in the World Cup Qualifying Round. At their arrival, the team management and players received a warm welcome.On this occasion, (Member of the National Assembly and Parliamentary Secretary), Deputy Director General of PSB Mohammad Shahid Islam٫ Hassan (Staff Officer, ), President of Rising Stars Hockey Club Islamabad Mahmood Ahmed, international hockey umpire Sohail Akram Janjua, national hockey umpire Mohammad Azeem, and former national hockey player Khyber Ali were also present.On this occasion, the guests met with the national team players and management and appreciated their efforts. They also expressed their best wishes for the improvement and development of Pakistan’s national sport, hockey.
FIH Pro-Hockey League: PHF invites 31 players for camp in Islamabad
Abdul Jabbar FaisalISLAMABAD: Pakistan Hockey Federation (PHF) has asked 31 national players to join training camp for the preparation of the upcoming FIH Pro Hockey League at Naseer Bunda Hockey Stadium that will kick off on November 24.After the approval of the President of the Pakistan Hockey Federation (PHF), Mir Tariq Hussain Bugti, the Secretary General Olympian Rana Mujahid Ali Khan has announced, through a notification, the training camp for the national senior probables in preparation for the FIH Pro Hockey League. The camp will commence on November 24, 2025, at the Naseer Bunda Hockey Stadium in Islamabad.The Pro Hockey League will be played in Rosario, Argentina, from December 9 to 14, 2025.According to the notification, all selected officials and players have been instructed to report to the Camp Commandant at the Naseer Bunda Hockey Stadium on November 24, 2025, at 5:00 PM (1700 hours).A total of 31 top players and 7 officials from across the country have been summoned for the camp. Names of players and officials:Goalkeepers:Abdullah Ishtiaq Khan (Mari Energies)Muneeb-ur-Rehman (WAPDA)Waqar (WAPDA)Ali Raza (PAF)Defenders:Mohammad Sufyan Khan (Customs)Mohammad Abdullah (Mari Energies)Hammadudin Anjum (WAPDA)Abdul Manan (PAF)Ammad Shakeel Butt (NBP)Usama Bashir (PAF)Arbaz Ahmad (Mari Energies)Abu Bakar Mahmood (NBP)Midfielders:Moin Shakeel (WAPDA)Zikriya Hayat (Navy)Ghazanfar Ali (Mari Energies)Arshad Liaqat (Mari Energies)Junaid Manzoor (NBP)Mohammad Sulman Razzaq (WAPDA)Izhar-ul-Haq (Punjab)Strikers:Abdul Hannan Shahid (WAPDA)Abdul Rehman (PAF)Afraz (Mari Energies)Rana Waheed (WAPDA)Rana Mohammad Waleed (Navy)Ahmad Nadeem (Mari Energies)Mohammad Ammad (Customs)Abdul Qayyum (Customs)Basharat Ali (Navy)Umair Sattar (Mari Energies)Team Officials:Anjum Saeed (Manager), Olympian Tahir Zaman (Head Coach), Olympian Mohammad Usman, Olympian Zeeshan Ashraf (Assistant Coaches), Mukhtar Ahmad (Trainee Coach), Nadeem Khan Lodhi (Video Analyst), and Mohammad Aslam (Masseur)
Chief of Naval Staff Hockey Tournament: Navy claim the title
Navy overcome Mari Energies on penalty shoot-out in a nerve-jangling finalAbdul Jabbar FaisalISLAMABAD: Pakistan Navy have won the title of the 4th Chief of the Naval Staff All Pakistan Hockey Tournament after overcoming Mari Energies on penalty shoot-out in the final, as the match was levelled 2-2 during the 60 minutes at National Hockey Stadium Lahore on Saturday.Both teams displayed top-quality hockey in all four quarters, and spectators enjoyed their game skills in the thrilling contest. Saifullah and Rana Waleed scored goals for Pakistan Navy, while Sufyan Khan and Arshad Liaqat scored goals for Mari Energies.The match ended with the scoreline of 2-2. Navy got the victory on penalty shoot-out, as Nauman Janjua and Zikria Hayat scored goals for Navy. Rana Waleed was judged the best player of the match, while Abdullah Ishtiaq and Ahmed Nadeem received the awards for best goalkeeper and best scorer of the tournament, respectively.Chief of the Naval Staff Admiral Naveed Ashraf graced the final as a chief guest and distributed the prizes among the players. The Naval Chief congratulated the winning team and appreciated the services of Commander Central Punjab, and Pakistan Hockey Federation for the splendid organization of the tournament.The chief guest distributed prizes among the winning team and the best players. Zakaria Hayat of Pakistan Navy was adjudged the best player of the tournament, while Ahmed Nadeem and Abdullah Ishtiaq of Mari Energies were awarded the best scorer and best goalkeeper respectively.
CNS Hockey: NBP, Port Qasim share spoils as Army power past Rangers
LAHORE (SBR): Thrilling hockey action continued at the 4th Chief of the Naval Staff (CNS) All Pakistan Hockey Tournament 2025, held at the National Hockey Stadium, Lahore on Wednesday, with two fiercely contested matches showcasing skill, speed, and strategy. Match 1: Port Qasim and NBP play out exciting 3-3 drawThe opening match of the day saw Port Qasim Authority and National Bank of Pakistan (NBP) battle to a 3-3 draw in a nail-biting encounter that kept spectators on the edge of their seats. Aleem Usman was the standout for Port Qasim, scoring a brilliant brace, while Amjad added a crucial third to keep them in the fight. For NBP, Faizan continued his fine form with two well-taken goals, and Aamir chipped in with one to level the scores. Despite chances for both sides to snatch victory, tight defending and some heroic saves kept the scoreboard even. For his commanding presence and critical saves between the posts, Mazhar Abbas (NBP) was named man of the match. Match 2: Pakistan Army overpower Rangers 5-2In the second game, Pakistan Army showcased their dominance with a commanding 5-2 victory over Pakistan Rangers, asserting their strength as serious contenders in the tournament. Army’s scoring was spread across five players, Shahzad, Ahmed Sarwar, Usman, Saaifullah, and Wasim Akram, each finding the net once in a well-rounded team performance. Rangers showed flashes of brilliance through Ammar and Hamid Ali, who managed to score one goal each, but were ultimately outpaced by the Army’s relentless attack. The man of the match honor went to Zain Farooq, who anchored Army’s midfield with composure and creativity, playing a pivotal role in controlling the tempo of the game.
CNS Hockey: Mari Energies outclass PAF: Customs and Navy play draw
Sports Bulletin ReportLAHORE: The 4th Chief of the Naval Staff (CNS) All Pakistan Hockey Tournament 2025 produced an action-packed day at the National Hockey Stadium, Lahore, on Tuesday, featuring a dominant performance by Mari Energies and a breathtaking goal-fest between Customs and Pakistan Navy. In the opening match of the day, Mari Energies outclassed PAF 5-2 with a commanding display of attacking hockey. Star forward Ahmed Nadeem led from the front with a brilliant brace, while Waseem Akram, Sufiyan Khan and Ghanzfar Ali added one goal each to seal a comprehensive victory. Although PAF showed glimpses of resistance through goals from Zaheer Hussain and Abdul Manan, they were unable to contain Mari Energies’ relentless offensive pressure. The second match turned into a spectacle as Customs and Navy battled to a sensational 4-4 draw, providing fans with a thrilling end-to-end contest. Customs’ Amad stole the spotlight with two goals, with Samilullah and Shehzab also getting on the scoresheet. Pakistan Navy responded in equal measure, thanks to strikes from Rana Waleed, Hanan Shaid, Zikriya and Bisaharat, ensuring an evenly poised finish. Both sides displayed remarkable fighting spirit, refusing to concede till the final whistle, making it one of the most entertaining games of the tournament so far. Wednesday’s (Matches):NBP vs Port QasimRangers vs Army
National Hockey training camp concludes in Wah Cantt
Sports Bulletin ReportWAH CANTT: A 10-day long training camp for the Pakistan National Hockey Team led by head Coach Olympian Tahir Zaman and Coach Olympian Mohammad Usman concluded here at the state-of-the-art POF Sports Complex on Thursday.The officials of Pakistan hockey federation (PHF) told newsmen that camp was organized in connection to preparations of the Pakistani team for the upcoming FIH Men’s Nations Cup. The prestigious international tournament will take place in Kuala Lumpur, Malaysia, from June 15 to June 21, 2025. “The PHF is optimistic that the junior team will deliver strong performances in Malaysia and make a mark on the international stage”, officials said. Officials; Olympians: Head Coach Tahir Zaman (National Bank), Assistant Coach Muhammad Usman (PIA), and Assistant Coach Zeeshan Ashraf (National Bank).Names of participants:Abdullah Ishtiaq Khan (Mari Energy), Waqar (WAPDA), Umair Ali (WAPDA), Owais Rashid (Customs); Mohammad Sufyan Khan, Mohammad Abdullah, Arshad Liaquat (Mari Energy); Hammaduddin Anjum, Mohammad Sameen, Tanzeem ul Hassan (WAPDA); Abdul Manan, Usama Bashir, and Rizwan Ali (Pakistan Air Force) Imad Shakeel Butt, Faizan, Faisal Qadir from National Bank, Izhar (Punjab); Moin Shakeel, Mohib Ullah (WAPDA), Zakaria Hayat (Navy), Ghazanfar Ali Rana Sohail Riaz (Customs), Arslan (Army), Umar Mustafa (Mari Energy), Mubashir Amin (POF), Haseem (Punjab), Farhan Tariq (Rangers) Abdul Rehman and Mohsin Khan (Air Force); Salman Razzaq, Ejaz Ahmed, Owais Arshad, and Abdul Hannan Shahid (WAPDA); Afraz (Mari Energy), Rana Waleed (Navy); Nowhaiz Zahid Malik (National Bank), Mohammad Younis (Quetta).
Juniors Championship: Navy, Army, Punjab Red, Customs qualify for semifinals
Abdul Jabbar FaisalISLAMABAD: Navy, Army, Punjab Red, and Customs have stormed into the semifinals of the 37th National Juniors Hockey Championship 2024 after beating their respective opponents WAPDA (4-3), Police (3-0), Punjab Blues (5-0), and Khyber Pukhtunkawa (4-3) respectively here at Naseer Bunda Hockey Stadium, Pakistan Sports Complex on Wednesday. The semifinals will be played on Friday at the same venue.In the first quarterfinal, Pakistan Navy overcame Pakistan WAPDA 4-3. Mohammad Wasim scored two goals for Navy while Basharat Ali and Waleed Ashraf scored each one goal for their team. Aaamir Sohail, Mohammad Hasan, Hanan Khan scored each one goal for the Pakistan WAPDA.Meanwhile, in the second quarterfinal, Pakistan Army stunned Pakistan Police 3-0 after 60 minutes game. Saud Amjad made two goals for the winning side while Mohammad Owais contributed solitary goal for Pakistan Army, set to meet Pakistan Navy in the first semifinal on Friday at the same pitch.Punjab Reds outclassed Punjab Blues by 5-0 in the penultimate quarterfinal at Naseer Bunda Hockey Stadium. Obaidullah Awan (2), Mubashir Khan (1) Mohammad Aziz (1), and Adeel Afzal (1) were the goal scorer for Punjab Reds. Punjab Blues players failed to reduce margin.In the last and 4th quarterfinal, Pakistan Customs defeated Khyber Pukhtunkawa (KPK) 4-3 in the well contest match of the day, as the players of both teams displayed skillful hockey and amused handful spectators during the all four quarters. Customs will face Punjab Reds in the second semifinal of top national junior hockey showpiece. Bilal Aslam scored a couple of goals for Customs while Mohammad Ammad and Samiullah contributed each one goal.
National Junior Hockey Championship to start from September 21
Sports Bulletin ReportRAWALPINDI: The 37th National Junior Hockey Championship will be played from September 21 to October 10, 2024 at Lt. Gen (Retd) Ishfaq Nadeem Hockey Stadium, Ayub Park Rawalpindi.Regarding the top national junior hockey fixture, Pakistan Hockey Federation (PHF) has written a letter to all its affiliated unites including all provinces and advised them to prepare their teams for the national junior hockey event.
Hockey Federation invites 40 players for Training Camp in Islamabad
ISLAMABAD (faisal): Pakistan Hockey Federation (PHF) has invited 40 players from different departments for a national training camp, which will get underway here at Naseer Bunda Hockey Stadium, Pakistan Sports Complex from July 31. The final selected team will participate in the Asian Champions Trophy Hockey Tournament.Pakistan Hockey Federation asked players to report to Camp Commandant Olympian Sheikh Usman at 2 pm on July 31 at the Naseer Banda Hockey Stadium, Pakistan Sports Complex Islamabad. Asian Men’s Champions Trophy Hockey Tournament will be held in Hollenbeur, China from September 8 to September 17, 2024.Names of invited players: Abdullah Ishtiaq Khan (Mari Petroleum), Muneebur Rahman (ZTBL), Ali Raza (Punjab), Mohammad Abdullah (Mari Petroleum), Ehtisham Aslam (ZTBL), Mohammad Sufyan Khan (Mari Petroleum), Imad Shakeel Butt (National Bank), Abubakar Mahmood (National Bank), Arshad Liaquat (Mari Petroleum), Rana Abdul Waheed Ashraf (WAPDA), Moin Shakeel (WAPDA), Mohammad Salman Razak (WAPDA), Murtaza Yaqub (WAPDA), Abdul Hanan Shahid (WAPDA), Ijaz Ahmed (WAPDA), Abdul Rehman (Air Force), Osama Bashir (Air Force), Zakaria Hayat (Navy), Ghazanfar Ali (Customs), Hammaduddin Anjum (WAPDA), Roman (WAPDA), Abdul Rehman (WAPDA), Aqeel Ahmed (WAPDA), Abdul Manan (Customs), Arbaz Ahmed (Mari Petroleum), Afraz (Mari Petroleum), Basharat Ali (Navy), Mohammad Nadeem Khan (KPK), Junaid Manzoor (National Bank). Ahmed Nadeem (Punjab), Mohsin Khan (Air Force), Rao Arsalan (Pak Army), Waseem (Pak Army), Rizwan Ali (Air Force), Samin (Punjab), Aleem Usman (WAPDA), Faisal Qadir (National Bank), Shahzeb Khawar (Punjab), Hammad Ali (Navy), Abdul Rehman (Punjab Rangers).
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