SportHockey: Black Sticks attacker to lead up front as Child named captainSimon Child's playing credentials aren't in doubt; now he gets the chance to show his captaincy skills as the Black Sticks prepare to face Japan next week.14 Nov 04:00 PM
SportCricket: Tailenders show some batting gritNew Zealand lost the opening cricket test of their series against Pakistan by 248 runs but it came amid a fighting final partnership of 54 between Ish Sodhi and Trent Boult.13 Nov 04:00 PM
SportHockey: Important decisions for SticksA fissure over the requirements of New Zealand's international men's hockey players.06 Sep 05:00 PM
Commonwealth GamesBlack Sticks rue lack of depth in both teamsNew Zealand will become accustomed to bronze medal matches at hockey tournaments unless they produce more players of a higher quality.03 Aug 05:00 PM
Commonwealth GamesIt's fine with the players when 'quiet man' turns up the volume as goalie for Black SticksDevon Manchester has to undergo a personality change when he steps on to the field for the Black Sticks.01 Aug 05:00 PM
Commonwealth GamesBlack Sticks win crunch gameA late Simon Child goal gave New Zealand a 2-1 win over England in their crunch group game at the Commonwealth Games last night.29 Jul 11:00 AM
SportHockey: It's getting tougher at the top for players and selectorA deepening talent pool made selection of the Commonwealth Games hockey team difficult for national men's coach Colin Batch.08 Jul 05:30 PM
SportHockey: NZ lose to Germany and face NetherlandsNew Zealand’s hopes of making the semifinals in the men’s World Cup nosedived in The Hague.08 Jun 11:43 AM
SportBlack Sticks suffer first lossThe Black Sticks Men have suffered their first loss at the Hockey World Cup after being defeated 3-1 by Argentina at Kyocera Stadium.06 Jun 07:18 PM
SportHockey: First three tough clashes all must-win games for Black Sticks to stand chance of reaching semisBreak the New Zealand women's hockey challenge at the World Cup down to this: three games must be won to at least get them challenging for the sharp end of the tournament.30 May 05:00 PM
SportHockey: Shock loss for Black SticksNew Zealand have suffered a shock defeat in the quarter-finals of the Champions Challenge men's hockey tournament in Malaysia.01 May 09:35 PM
SportHockey: Japan score surprise first test draw against NZA last-minute goal enabled Japan to pull off a surprise 2-2 men's hockey draw with the far higher-ranked New Zealand in their opening international at Mt Maunganui last night.12 Mar 04:30 PM
SportHockey: Japan tests ideal for Black SticksNew Zealand will be wary not to cast their eyes too far ahead when they start their three-test series against Japan in Mt Maunganui tonight.11 Mar 04:30 PM
SportHayward eager to rejoin Black Sticks for Japan seriesAfter five months out of the national side, it's no wonder Andy Hayward is itching for action when New Zealand play their three-test series against Japan next week.05 Mar 04:30 PM
SportHockey: Blacks Sticks facing bonanza of home tests as World Cup loomsA bumper period of international play is looming for the two Black Sticks teams in the next two months.19 Feb 04:30 PM
SportHockey: Black Sticks fume at failure to fireBitter disappointment at failing to produce their best when it really mattered will be tempered by satisfaction at strides taken by the New Zealand Black Sticks hockey side.19 Jan 04:30 PM
SportHockey: Netherlands beat Black SticksThe Netherlands won the inaugural World League men’s final, beating New Zealand 7-2 in the final in New Delhi today.18 Jan 06:12 PM
SportBlack Sticks through to the finalNew Zealand are through to the World League final in thrilling fashion, after winning a second consecutive penalty shootout in their semifinal against England in New Delhi.17 Jan 06:13 PM
