MALAYSIAN HOCKEY: July 2013

Sunday, July 28, 2013

MHC TAKEN TO TASK

In what can only be considered as poetic justice, the Malaysian Hockey Confederation have been taken to task by one of their own. Read The Star for further details.

Now it will be interesting to see what MHC will do considering there is some truth to the allegations as the curculars and decisions are vague and create confusion.

If anything action ought to be taken on tgr MHC administration which clearly lacks direction, insight, wisdom and the inability to function effectively.

Since MHC could not even get its act right on the constitutional requirements, it has no business to lift an iota of a finger on the allegations lest be accused of acting in mala fide ( bad intentions ).

Saturday, July 27, 2013

MHC REWARDS INCOMPETANCE

The MHC stands accused of rewarding incompetent hockey officials.

For how can they justify the selection of ghr Perak Hockey Association secretary as the Team Manager of the National Under 16 Hockey Team for the Four Nation Invitational Tournament in Manhiem last May.

It was decided at thr MHC Council Meeting on March 23 that affiliates that have to merge will be barred from participating in domestic inter state competitions and lose their affiliation.

But rather then carry out the threat, MHC went ahead an appointed the said individual as manager of the team who for the record finished last.

This personality only joined the team two days before they left for Germany and the appointment can be considered as a junket for the support of certain individuals seeking re-election for MHC hot seats in next years MHC BGM.

Perak HA used to be helmed bg strong and creditable personalities as the state produced many a national player.

But what is more ironic is the fact that MHC actually rewards incompetence and sending this official when Perak is one if the states that has failed to meet FIH requirements shows that his politics is really to be amazed.

Perak has two vital officials in the MHC Exco, the Deputy President Raja Noora Ashikin and Vice President Dato Abd Rahim Md Ariff.

And rightfully both should vacate their positions as a matter of principle for failing to uplift the MHC Constitution.

Let the record speak that the Secretary was the person who humiliated my late mother by calling me past 2am on Friday 5th July and was obviously drunk as he laughed at my mother's demise when she was still fighting for her life.

God may forgive him but I never will. And I will hunt you down.

Wednesday, July 24, 2013

TAK TAHU

The other day the Malaysian Hockey Confederation pleaded unaware when the groupings of the Junior World Cup were released by The Star.

And after this blog highlighted the fact that Umpires and Technical Officials have yet to receive their dues and presto I am told that the money has been banked in.

Now we move to another subject, on the question of non qualified affilites playibg host not only to domestic events but also international events.

Perak and Selangor have not merged and are given hosting rights of the Men and Women Asia Cups.

Checks with the Asian Hockey Federation revealed that the Asian body was not told of this issue and are writing to MHC as they were told everything done was in accordance with the constitution.

This blog will now seek clarification from the FIH if MHC has breached any laws since India was punished to the maximum.

Thats the price one pays for ridiculing my late Mum with your drunken stupor. Told you I will hunt you down and Perak best do something before they destroy Malaysian Hockey.

And how is it that NS are given the U21 when they are not merged, the same applies to Terengganu who are given ghr U14 despite a non merger.

Conclusion is simple - remove hosting rights of all four states, bar them from playing any domestic competition till they comply with the constitution.

Ada berani kah MHC?

Tuesday, July 23, 2013

QUESTION MARKS ON EDEL

After The Star had published a story on the penalty corner coach Edel from Argentina, I have received a couple of emails questioning the wisdom of employing him as well as his credentials.

As of now I am running a background check and have no intention seeking any info from the national team set up as they are deemed untouchables and gods gift to Malaysian Hockey.

Suffice to say the emails received have interesting information and I do wonder if NSC was led uo a blind alley.

UNPAID DUES

The Malaysian Hockey League concluded on May 20 and all Technical Officials and Umpires were to submit their claims before May 29.

And with Ramadhan coming to an end in about 11 days time, it is indeed a shame that these officials have to yet to be paid their dues.

What is more alarming is the fact that the sponsors, TNB have paid some RM1.5 million of the sponsorship dues.

This is a sad state of affairs and really the MHC Finance Committee should look at the priorities and not allow money paid for a particular purpose to be utilised to pay certain outstanding bills that some others have vested interests.

For example it will be interesting to know if the ticketibg agent for the Under 16 team to Manhiem has been paid his dues and what was the credit period extended to MHC?

Next we also need to ask if the transporters for the school children brought for the MHL finals have been paid and when?

If both have been paid then why delay the dues of these officials who have sacrificed their weekends for well over two months. Are they insignificant towards the promotion and development of the sport?

Trust me that my posting will probably see some form of action taking place and these officials getting their dues soon.

And the excuse will be many submitted their claims late. That is no excuse as yiu pay those who meet deadlines and are free to withhold others.

The MHC Competition Committee is surely aware of this but what have they done about it?

Monday, July 22, 2013

A TRIBUTE TO MUM

As some from the hockey fraternity keep rubbing salt to wounds, I shall keep paying tribute to Mum who left me on July 7. For only after that I came to know who my friends really were. There are some who painstakingly call me every other day offering me words of encouragement. And yet there are some who have not even called despite me helping them when at their lowest. And yet there are others who went on claiming things I had no time to think about as I was in GHKL three times a day and many a time camping there till late night. Life is not about money and power, but there some who feel money and power is everything.

Thus while these poor lost souls continue to pour scorn in my hour of grief, I shall include them in my daily prayers for my Mums soul, hoping that God makes them realize their folly. And to those who I had considered "friends" I wish you the very best. I shall continue to grieve in silence, hoping that one day you will realize what is glass and what is a gem.

Mum, where ever you are, I do hope that you are happy, looking over the family as you have done all these years. I miss you loads Mum, and every trip I make to Tampin in the past years was worth it as I got to spend time with you.

I pray no one, neither my friend or foe has to go through the anguish of having to lose a loved one. The pain is unbearable but I have to persevere as I have my Dad to fend for. Although there are unscrupulous personalities who took advantage on my situation by not paying me my dues, while others are akin to vultures, pouncing on jobs I was committed in doing, I believe that God does everything for a reason.

Sunday, July 21, 2013

EASY WAY OUT

Certain factions that had issues with national coach Paul Revington have now shifted their attack on this blogger and a main stream media journalist.

A particular coach called me when the issue was at its peak and sought advice but has now turned his guns on me.

And the NSC DG has now claimed that I played politics just because he cannot accept the truth that was written.

I am still in mourning period and to Revington I have this to repeat - you will be guilty by association.

To thr coach all I can say is talk as much as yiu want for I only fear God.

God knows the truth and he will decide what is right and wrong for me.

Friday, July 19, 2013

PENNY WISE POUND FOOLISH

Malaysia will have to dish out a whopping RM8.4 million as hosting fee should they be awarded the 2018 World Cup.

And that is excluding the cost of running the World Cup which is an extended field of 16 teams, and Malaysia will have to pay for board and lodging of these teams in addition to the hordes of FIH officials that will make their way to Kuantan, the suggested location for Malaysia as hosts.

On top of that most of the commercial rights will belong to FIH, especially the TV rights which really is the cash cow in any tournament.

Here we are having problems running our domestic competitions but think Otis okay to spend RM8.4 million on just getting an event.

If MHC is financially secure, then why is it that Umpires/Technical Officials for he Malaysian Hockey League, that ended on May 20, yet to receive thir claims for the MHL. The sponsors TNB have already made payment to MHC but the money was channeled towards paying the inflated costs of tickets for the Under 16 team to Germany instead.

So hockey lovers think if its necessary to spend so much to bid for an event and gain back door entry into the World Cup. Don't tell me that we cannot do it on merit with an extended field of 16 teams in 2018?

And talking of bidding, has the approval from the Sports Commissioners office been sought in accordance with the 1997 Sports Development Act?

COLD TURKEY TREATMENT

Efforts were made to seek a statement for MHC Competitions Committee Chairman M.Gobinathan on the misinformation of the Razak Cup but this blog was denied any clarification as two SMS sent were totally ignored.

What we can report is that the matter was discussed and changes to the circular are being made and a new circular will be sent out.

It was a case of pushing the buck from both sides of the administration, and no decision was made as to who was the culprit.

We cannot even get this straight, yet we talk about making the grade for the World Cup. As to Gobinathan, well I only have this to say, two can play the game, and remember your roots.

Thursday, July 18, 2013

NO NEWS ON ASIA CUP

Malaysia is set to play hosts to the Men's and Women's Asia Cup Hockey Competitions in the next two months.

While the Men's Asia Cup is in Ipoh, the Women's Asia Cup will be held in the National Hockey Stadium Bukit Jalil in September.

Both the tournaments offer a place to the Men's and Women's World Cup in The Hague next year and thus are vital for Asian Hockey.

While the MHC has left it to the Perak HA and Selangor HA to organize the events, it is in violation of its own constitution as both these states have yet to merge their men's and women's associations at state level, something obviously the International Hockey Federation should view with concern.

But that is not all for there is lack of information on these two tournaments and members of the media fraternity have been barraging this blogger with emails seeking information, right from the fixtures to other details like hotel and events.

This goes to show total apathy on the part of the Organisors and to top it all the Asian Hockey Federation website is totally defunct as one cannot access it at all.

But what shames all Malaysians is the fact hat two Singaporeans have been appointed as Tournament Directors for the Asia Cup and Sultan Johor Cup and Malaysians are continued to be snubbed despite holding on to power at the AHF level and represented at the FIH Executive Oard.

Wednesday, July 17, 2013

ARROGANCE, INCOMPETENT OR JUST PLAIN STUPID,

That is what will cross the minds of people with integrity and knowledge on hockey when they read the calling of entries for the forthcoming Tun Razak Cup, a tournament that is the longest running in Malaysian hockey.

For the circular is littered with mistakes, schoolboy errors, so much so it is learnt that the MHC Competitions Committee has now called for a meeting to rectify the errors in the circular, which lacks sensitivity and above all goes out o show the lack of knowledge amongst those who run the administration of MHC as well as those who run the Competition Department.

Right from the start the mistakes are apparent, for the REAL dates of the event to be staged in Kuantan is from the 5th to 15th September and not as stated in the circular which says 5-19th September.

Anyone with a same mind and a little bit of hockey knowledge would have realized that it cannot end on September 19 for the simple fact that the Sultan f Johor Cup commences on that date.

Next is on the registration of players where there is a form that allows states to register 25 players. Even the MHL which runs close to 3 months allows only 22 players to be registered and if the Competition Committee allowed this, then they obviously do not know what they are doing and should resign gracefully.

And moving on to the accommodation and internal transport, it states that it will be for 22 persons, which rightfully means 18 players and 4 officials. So if 25 players are to be registered, then there should be provisions for 29 persons, unless those who prepared and signed the circular obviously failed their Ilmu Hisab at school.

But the icing on the cake is the eligibility of players. Here it looks like it is butchered and pays scant respect to a decision made by the MHC Council.

Simplify the rules as was decided but who is the smart Alec who has changed the regulation. Since those who prepared the circular, signed it and the MHC Competition Committee are blinded due to poor knowledge of the sport, let us put it out in plain simple English-

1) that players who work, stay and/or play in the domestic league of the affiliate MUST represent that state.

2) that Kuala Lumpur must name its 25 players for the Razak Cup 30 days before the tournament. All other players not named will be released to their respective HOME states, this is decided by their identity card number.

3) players released by Kuala Lumpur who do not go back to home states will only be released to third party states upon receiving a no objection letter from home states.

4) players who refuse to turn out for home states will not be released to play for third party states.

5) the Project 2013 releases a list of 20 players not eligible to play in the Razak Cup since they are playing in the Sultan Johor Cup.

Simple yet some inefficient personalities who sit in positions cannot think straight as they have vested interests .;

Tuesday, July 16, 2013

REVINGTON SAYS

This is what Paul Revington had to say after his meeting with Tengku Abdullah Sultan Ahmad Shah after agreeing to serve out his contract.

Please be reminded that this statement is exclusive to this blog. However members of the media can lift the statement provided they contact the blogger.

" I got great clarity over the past 4-5 days. Several things "fell into place" by talking calmly with various people. I came to Malaysia to work WITH the likes of George, Arul, Dharma, Lim, Gobi, Azlan Bakar, Mirnawan, Nada etc - and the period pre CCI proved to be the most outstanding "coaching environment"

I have ever experienced having worked so well WITH all these individuals. Throughout the past 5-6 months there have been immense relationship challenges amongst this group - some innocent bystanders inside this group - and we have all been "wounded" in some way or another.

As a foreign coach I have relied (and will continue to) on the support of people in the Malaysian Hockey community who share the same goal (i.e. to make quick improvements to Malaysian Hockey on a daily basis) and therefore must work together toward this common goal.

It is important for people to know that I cannot do this alone and I do not know everything there is to know in hockey. What I do know is that I have an ability as a coach that can build Team work, build confidence in people and the bottom line to produce quality performances and results.

I need people to continue to support this path, add value where necessary and be Team players again. I feel I have this back in place - which we had pre Champions Challenge I."

REVS STAYS

Following a high noon showdown with the MHC President, national coach Paul Revington has agreed to stay on until his contract is over.

Below is a statement released by MHC just now. Pardon their inefficiency in the English Language though.

"The Malaysian Hockey Confederation are pleased to inform that National Hockey Coach Mr. Paul Revington will continue as National Coach for his complete contract term.

The MHC is delighted with his decision and look forward to Mr. Paul Revington bringing Malaysian Hockey to greatest heights."

Monday, July 15, 2013

DOUBLE STANDARDS BY MHC

It is sad when double standards are being practiced by the Malaysian Hockey Confederation with regards to hosting the Men's and Women's Asia Cup.

While Perak is given a green light to go ahead and host, Selangor have been told that they must resolve their merger before doing so.

Both the states have yet to merge their men and women's bodies and Perak has been given special privileges. The question is why such preferential treatment for Perak.

It is learnt that the Sports Commissioners Office is set to launch and investigation into this matter. More disclosure on this later today...

Thursday, July 11, 2013

REVS NEEDS MORE TIME, BUT LIKELY TO LEAVE

Having led Malaysia to a creditable fifth placing in the World Hockey League, national coach Paul Revington has yet to make up his mind if he is to continue coaching the national team.

Although early indications were positive that the 39 year old South African was going to stay and coach the team in the Asia Cup next month, it is learnt that recent developments have forced a rethink by Revs.

And he is only expected to make a final decision next week, and it looks more then likely Revs will be parting ways with the Malaysian Hockey Confederation.

Malaysia has a fantastic reputation of driving out good coaches with astute politics both with the hockey fraternity and a government agency.

The likes of Terry Walsh, Volker Knapp and Paul Lissek have all undergone this superb phenomena that can only be matched by the likes of India and Pakistan.

It is learnt that some officials are keen to see Revs go and from their recent remarks in some papers, they have made snide remarks belittling the efforts of Revs.

What these so called hockey "minded" personalities fail to realize is Revs coached the team to finish above two teams ranked higher then Malaysia, I.e Pakistan who are fifth and South Africa who are 12th in the FIH Rankings.

Another issue is the fact that Malaysia lacks quality international matches, and as an indication, in 1998 Malaysia played 52 international matches within a space of 8 months prior to the Commonwealth Games.

And for those who may not know this, the original Harimau Muda, formed in 2005 played a total of 65 matches in one year under the tutelage of Dato K. Rajagobal, and after that played in the Premier League of MSL.

And look at MHC, have they managed to arrange any attachment programs and managed to "sell" our players to play in overseas leagues? Tengku Abdullah the MHC President has time and again stressed on this, but has anyone got off their butts to make it happen?

Frankly Revs should just pack up his bags and leave. The Sports Minister Khairy Jamaluddin promised Revs that he will personally look into his grouses but it has been lip service so far. As for the NSC DG, least said is best for since March an issue was raised but he had to protect his favorites.

But the straw that broke the camels back is that some officials have already been scouting overseas for a replacement for Revs. It is a small world, and Ho matter how astute you are in hockey politics, we have been confirmed as runners up in the best comedy act, second only to India who are the masters.

Tuesday, July 9, 2013

A PERSONAL INVITE

THANK YOU

My family and I wish to place on record our sincere appreciation and gratitude to all those from the hockey family who extended their condolences following the demise of our Mum.

To those who took the trouble to attend the wake and funeral - Dr. Shamala Subramniam, Yahya Atan, Stephen van Huizen, K. Ananthavale, Catherine van Huizen, coach Balbir Singh, Md Faiz Isa, Mirnawan Nawawi, I Vikneswaran, Nara, Lt Kol Wong Ah Jit, Ng Ping Loong, Michael Yan, Dato Nur Azmi Ahmad, Manjit Majid Abdullah, S. Prakash, Jusvinder Pal Singh, T. Param, Chegu Ravi, Naranjan Singh, Chandran, Surjit Singh, S. Ramaguru, Jugjet Singh, M. Gobinathan, Tamil Selvam Ponniah, Jasveer Singh, Kenneth Sta Maria, Jasbender Singh, Kali Kavandan, Tan Jee Wah, Coach Subra plus Haresh Deol, Pearl Lee and Safirul Abu Bakar who were at GHKL when Mum passed away, I thank you from the bottom of my heart for having taken time off to be with our family to share our grief.

The prayers for Mum will commence this Friday at 9am at Gurudwara Sahib Tampin for 3 days with the Bhog ceremony at noon on Sunday, April 14. Guru ka Langgar will be served and please join us in praying for our beloved Mum.

Once again my heartfelt gratitude for your words of encouragement and being there with me at my hour of grief, God bless you all.

Monday, July 8, 2013

GOODBYE MUM

7th of July 2013 will forever remain etched in my memory as I watched my Mum leave the world. I was at her beside, watching her life slip away, unable to do anything, so hopeless.

As I sit alone trying to pen some words aabout my Mum, Gurmel Kaur d/o Rala Singh, I just do not know where to start. I know everyone will console me to say that she has gone to a better place, but what is a better place then to be loved and adored by all her children, grand children and great grandchildren

Mum there are no words to describe how I feel at the momment, gutted and devastated is just two words that cross my mind as tears roll down my cheeks. I have written tributes and obituries for others, but what can I write about you Mum, for no words can describe you, you meant the world to me and my worls has ended as I held your hands and watched you leave me alone in this world.

Yes Mum you have gone, as all say to a better world, but why leave me behind then, why not take me with you Mum for I so miss you.

As prepare to bid you farewell, I hope that you will continue to look over me from the heavens and I really am gonna miss you Mum, and Thank you for bringing me into this world mum.

Funeral will be held on Monday, 8th July, 2013 with cortege departing our family home at 103, Jalan Seremban, Tampin, Negero Sembilan at 4.00pm for the Tampin Sikh Crematorium.

Sunday, July 7, 2013

ENGLAND TAKE BRONZE

England ketiga terbaik di Taman Daya

England muncul pemenang tempat ketiga Separuh Akhir Liga Hoki Dunia selepas membenam cabaran Korea 2-1 sekali gus menafikan peluang Korea untuk layak ke Piala Dunia 2014 secara automatik.

ENGLAND TAKE BRONZE

England took third place in the FIH World Hockey League Semi-final when they defeated South Korea 2-1 in the third placing play off at the Taman Daya Hockey Stadium.

MALAYSIA FIFTH, PAKISTAN SEVENTH

MALAYSIA TAKE FIFTH

Malaysia took the fifth spot in the World league Semis when they defeated Japan 4-3 on shoot out after a 1-1 draw in regulation time.

Read more...http://www.malaysiahockey.com.my/wlr3johor/

PAKISTAN MENANG BESAR

Perlawanan penentuan tempat terakhir Liga Hoki Dunia di Stadium Hoki Taman Daya, Johor Bahru antara Afrika Selatan dengan Pakistan ibara langit dengan bumi apabila gergasi Asia itu membelasah juara Afrika, 6-2.

Saturday, July 6, 2013

ARGENTINA BOOK FINAL SPOT

ARGENTINA CRUISE INTO FINAL

Argentina are the first team to book their spot in the final of the World League in Johor Baru as the South American side comfortably brushed aside England 3-1 in their semi-final encounter today.

The world No 10 side now awaits the winner of the Match between Germany and South Korea.

Argentina benam ego England ke final

Argentina ke final Liga Hoki Dunia di Stadium Hoki Taman Daya, Johor Bahru selepas mengetepikan cabaran pilihan kedua, England di separuh akhir dengan kemenangan 3-1.

MALAYSIA STUN PAKISTAN

MALAYSIA STAY ON TRACK

Malaysia kept the fire burning for a fifth place finish in the World League Semi-finals when they beat world No 5 Pakistan 3-1 at the Taman Daya Stadium.

Malaysia hampiri tempat kelima kejohanan

Skuad hoki negara menebus kehampaan gagal ke separuh akhir Liga Hoki Dunia dengan mengatasi Pakistan 3-1, untuk melangkah ke perlawanan penentuan tempat kelima menentang Jepun esok.

JAPAN SNEAK PAST SOUTH AFRICA

qualified for the fifth placing play off when they defeated South Africa 1-0 after a penalty shootout. The match ended 2-2 at regulation time in the World Hockey league classification match at the Taman Daya Hockey Stadium.

Afrika Selatan dibahang mentari Jepun

Perlawanan pertama klasifikasi tempat kelima hingga lapan membabitkan Afrika Selatan dan Jepun terpaksa diputuskan menerusi penalti "shootout" selepas kedua-dua pasukan terikat 2-2 dalam tempoh sebenar 70 minit perlawanan.

Friday, July 5, 2013

GERMAN DRUBBING FOR MALAYSIA

OLYMPIC champions and World No 1 Germany rubbed Malaysia's nose on the Taman Daya turf when they outclassed the hosts 6-0 in the World League Semi-finals.

Read more...http://www.malaysiahockey.com.my/wlr3johor/

JERMAN BELASAH MALAYSIA

Pasukan hoki negara mungkin kempunan untuk ke Piala Dunia buat kali ketiga berturut-turut selepas 2006 dan 2010, apabila menjadi belasahan Jerman di suku akhir Liga Hoki Dunia yang berlangsung di Stadium Hoki Taman Daya, Johor Bahru dengan kekalahan 6-0.

Read more...http://www.malaysiahockey.com.my/wlr3johor/

KOREA STUN PAKISTAN

South Korea came back from two goals down to deny Pakistan a semi-final spot in the World League Semifinals as they defeated their rivals 4-3 in one of the most entertaining matches of the tournament thus far.

Thursday, July 4, 2013

ENGLAND WHITEWASH JAPAN

England defeated Japan 5-0 to move into the semifinals of the World League Johor Bahru this evening.

It was a commanding performance from the English who totally dominated play and were worthy winners of the quarterfinal tie.

ARGENTINA TEMPAH TIKET SEPARUH AKHIR

Gonzalo Peillat julang Argentina ke separuh akhir Liga Hoki Dunia yang berlangsung di Stadium Hoki Taman Daya, Johor Bahru selepas menjaringkan dua gol ketika pasukan itu menewaskan Afrika Selatan 2-0.

ARGENTINA BOOK SEMIS SPOT

Argentina have virtually qualified for the 2014 World Cup when they defeated South Africa 2-0 in the first of the knock out matches in the World League Johor Baru this evening.

Read more...http://www.malaysiahockey.com.my/wlr3johor/

Wednesday, July 3, 2013

SHUKRI LOOKS TOWARDS WC 2014

Even though it has taken him a long time to complete his studies due to his involvement in hockey, Shuk or his real name Mohamad Shukri Abdul Mutalib still holds the ambition to play at the World Cup and at the Olympics.

MALAYSIA TERTEKAN

Pertembungan Malaysia-Jerman di suku akhir Separuh Akhir Liga Hoki Dunia yang berlangsung di Stadium Hoki Taman Daya, Johor Bahru sememangnya menyulitkan peluang pasukan negara untuk ke Piala Dunia selepas dua kali berturut-turut gagal pada 2006 dan 2010.

SHUKRI PLOTS MALAYSIAN PROGRESS

PROFIL MOHD SHUKRI MUTALIB

Meskipun sedar sukar untuknya mendapatkan segulung ijazah dalam waktu yang singkat kerana bergiat aktif dalam hoki antarabangsa, Shuk atau nama sebenarnya Mohamad Shukri Abdul Mutalib tetap menyimpan impian memburu cita-cita beraksi di Piala Dunia dan Sukan Olimpik.

Read more...

PROFIL PEMAIN KOREA< AFRIKA SELATAN DAN ARGENTINA

PROFIL JANG

Siapa sangka Jang Jong Hyun, antara pemain paling berpengalaman Korea pernah beraksi di Sukan Olimpik Athens 2004, Beijing 2008 dan London 2012, menggemari masakan Malaysia, bihun goreng, semuanya gara-gara kerap datang ke Malaysia.

PROFIL AUSTIN

Lahir daripada ibu bapa yang bergelar pemain hoki membuatkan Austin Smith kini serius bermain hoki di pentas antarabangsa dan menyimpan cita-cita untuk membawa pasukannya mencapai kejayaan tertinggi seperti kuasa hoki dunia, Jerman dan Australia.

PROFIL IBARRA

Pedro Ibarra seorang yang serius apabila bercakap mengenai sasarannya di Separuh Akhir Liga Hoki Dunia yang sedang berlangsung di Stadium Hoki Taman Daya, Johor Bahru.

Tuesday, July 2, 2013

WORLD LEAGUE QUARTERFINAL LINE UP

HATRIK HASEEM JULANG PAKISTAN

Hatrik Abdul Haseem Khan julang Pakistan muncul juara kumpulan B, ketika gergasi Asia itu membelasah Afrika Selatan 6-2 pada perlawanan terakhir peringkat kumpulan, Separuh Akhir Liga Hoki Dunia di Stadium Hoki Taman Daya, Johor Bahru.

QUARTERFINAL LINE UP

Here is the confirmed timings for the Quarter Final matches.

14:45 ARGENTINA v SOUTH AFRICA

17:00 ENGLAND v JAPAN

19:15 PAKISTAN v KOREA

21:30 GERMANY v MALAYSIA

PAKISTAN WIN IS BAD NEWS FOR MALAYSIA

Pakistan topped Pool Band set up a quarterfinal match against South Korea after they hammered South Africa 6-2 in their final preliminary round match.

Thus the stage has been set for some mouth watering clashes in the last eight with Argentina taking on South Africa, Pakistan against South Korea, hosts Malaysia up against world number one Germany and England with a relatively easy tie aginst mnniows Japan, all to be played this Thursday.

ENGLAND EDGE MALAYSIA

MALAYSIA GAGAL ATASI ENGLAND

Pakar pukulan sudut penalti negara Muhamad Razie Abdul Rahim, tumpul pada perlawanan terakhir kumpulan B Separuh Akhir Liga Hoki Dunia, manakala kelincahan Faizal Saari berjaya disekat pertahanan England ketika Malaysia tewas buat kali pertama.

ENGLAND EDGE MALAYSIA

Malaysia went down for the first time in the tournament and could end up meeting Germany should Pakistan defeat South Africa in a later match.

ARGENTINA TOP TABLE, KOREA AT THE BOTTOM

ARGENTINA TOP GROUP A

POOL A of the World League Semifinals came into shape with Argentina finishing on top of the table after defeating South Korea 3-0 in their final group match today.

ARGENTINA JUARA KUMPULAN A

Argentina menamatkan saingan kumpulan A Separuh Akhir Liga Hoki Dunia di kedudukan teratas selepas membenam cabaran Korea 3-0.

GERMANY PLAY WAITING GAME

JERMAN MENANG MUDAH

Sepertimana menentang Korea, Jerman sekali lagi memerlukan jaringan sendiri pihak untuk memimpin perlawanan ketika menentang Jepun.

GERMANY OVERCOMES JAPAN

Germany defeated Japan 3-1 in their final Pool A match of the World Hockey League Semi Finals and will now have to await the outcome of the Argentina and Korea match to see if they emerge as the top team of the pool.

Should Argentina win by two goals it will mean that Germany will finish as runner up. Any other result will mean that the World Number 1 side finish tops.

Monday, July 1, 2013

ENGLAND MERENDAH DIRI

Disebalik hasrat beraksi di final menentang Jerman, jurulatih England Bobby Crutchley memuji Malaysia sebagai sebuah pasukan yang teratur sejak dibimbing Paul Revington.

ARGENTINA BAKAL JUARA KUMPULAN

Meskipun semua pasukan tetap akan beraksi di suku akhir, pasukan nombor satu dunia, Jerman pasti memburu tiga mata ketika berdepan Jepun pada perlawanan terakhir kumpulan A.

PREVIEW: MALAYSIA V ENGLAND

Paul Revington mahu pastikan skuad hoki negara menamatkan saingan kumpulan B, pusingan ketiga Liga Hoki Dunia, sebagai juara namun England memasang impian menentang Jerman di final, menjadikan pertembungan Malaysia-England esok satu pertarungan getir yang wajib ditonton.

NABIL GAME FOR A FIGHT

As the saying goes, it's not about the size of the dog in the fight, it’s the size of the fight in the dog.

That describes Malaysian skipper Mohd Shahrun Nabil who started his love for sports with football but somehow grew his talent more in hockey.

EVERYTHING TO PLAY FOR SAYS KOJI

The constant change to the rules has made it difficult for Japanese players to adjust to the high level hockey and this is what has affected their style of play.