Hockey

Russell's early double proves enough for UCD 

Abbie Russell's early double saw UCD continue their sharp learning curve as they beat Loreto 2-0 in the women's EY Hockey League on Saturday in the weekend's big tie.

New realm for Irish hockey as second-tier league begins 

Irish hockey enters a new realm this weekend with the second tier of the men's EY Hockey League coming on stream.

Rovers' frayed nerves survive Junior goal-fest 

Three Rock Rovers are Eindhoven-bound next Easter after they produced a stunning late comeback on Saturday evening to ultimately put them on course for the Euro Hockey League KO16.

Darling delight as Rovers edge towards place in knockout phase 

Three Rock Rovers produced the biggest win by an Irish club in Euro Hockey League history as they smashed Racing Club de France, giving them a great shot at reaching the knockout stages in...

Back to reality for Pinder after World Cup dream 

Three times she had tried, three times she had failed, but luckily for Gillian Pinder this was only practice. Bad practice, to be fair, but a few days later it would somehow make perfect.

Ambitious Duke aiming for next level in German adventure 

Irish World Cup hero Deirdre Duke is not resting on her laurels with her move abroad, as she declares: "As captain of UCD I was a little bit more secure with my place on the team, but I'm looking...

WATCH: Players get in the Christmas spirit as Ireland's World Cup heroes are welcomed home in style 

Christmas came early for the Irish women’s hockey team who celebrated their historic silver medal finish at the Hockey World Cup on Sunday with a...

16 pictures to savour from Ireland's memorable march to the World Cup final 

After a memorable tournament, sit back and enjoy these images from Ireland's march to the final of the women's hockey World Cup.

'Legends of Irish sport' - Hockey World Cup stars praised as thousands expected for homecoming 

Taoiseach Leo Varadkar has described Ireland's hockey World Cup finalists as "legends of Irish sport."

Hockey team's achievement shouldn't be watered down by gender specifics 

One of the most noticeable features of Ireland's remarkable odyssey at the Hockey World Cup is the way it has been described and judged.

No fairytale ending as Dutch masters prove step too far for Ireland 

A six-goal defeat had a silver medal lining for Ireland as they were blitzed by Holland in the World Cup final no one had expected them to contest.

World Cup final is only the start for us - Pinder 

Never before has such a comprehensive World Cup final defeat felt like the start of something special, rather than the painful end of the road.

A unique group of women who reminded us why we get into sport in the first place – to enjoy it 

'They are refusing to be intimidated by the opposition," RTÉ commentator George Hamilton stated in the final quarter of yesterday's World...

'Were they playing 13 at some stage?' - Ireland coach Shaw praises Dutch and remains upbeat despite 'disappointing' final 

Ireland coach Graham Shaw was gracious in defeat after his side were beaten 6-0 by the...

Ireland star McFerran wins goalkeeper of the tournament award at Hockey World Cup 

Ireland's Ayeisha McFerran was awarded the goalkeeper of the tournament award at the Womens Hockey World Cup after her side slipped to...

World Cup final heartache for Ireland as classy Netherlands end the dream 

Ireland's World Cup dream was ruthlessly crushed by a classy Netherlands side, who justified their status as the number one ranked team in the world to reclaim their crown with a facile 6-0 win.

Netherlands 6 Ireland 0: As it happened 

Ireland are aiming to write a glorious chapter in our sporting history when Graham Shaw's side take on Holland in the women's hockey World Cup final today at 4.30pm.

Ireland v Holland, World Cup final: What time, what channel? Everything you need to know 

One of the greatest chapters in Irish sport could be written today when Ireland face the mighty Holland in the World Cup final in London.

'We're here to win it - we've got the talent and the spirit' - Irish stars ready to create sporting history 

Anna O'Flanagan was "speechless" after inspiring Ireland to the World Cup final - but she will not be satisfied with a runners-up medal this afternoon.

Ireland in dreamland 

Today Ireland play in the World Cup final. How great is that? We've made a couple of underage rugby deciders but the women's hockey team are the first Irish side to reach a senior World Cup final. They've managed to do it in a genuine world sport, one where populous nations with long...

Hockey comes in from the cold to add more sunshine to golden year of sport 

Scenes! More scenes than you could shake a stick at, more scenes than you could shake a hockey stick at, with players dancing and players...

Holland spot on to beat Australia and set up World Cup final date with Ireland 

Holland booked a Hockey World Cup final date with surprise package Ireland by beating Australia on a penalty shoot-out in London.

'It’s just incredible' - Ireland coach Shaw says his hockey heroes are already Irish sporting legends 

Ireland coach Graham Shaw struggled to contain his overflowing emotions as he tried to sum up his side’s historic achievement of reaching...

Ireland secure place in World Cup final after dramatic penalty shoot-out triumph over Spain 

This was always going to be an historic afternoon for Irish sport, but we could not dare to believe it would be as glorious as this.

Ireland v Spain, World Cup semi-final as it happened: Ireland book place in World Cup final 

It's D-Day for our hockey heroines as Graham Shaw's girls face Spain in the World Cup semi-final at 2pm today.

Irish heroines tipped to add another 'miracle' 

The Irish men's world-class goalkeeper, David Harte, reckons Graham Shaw's giant-killing women's team has a fantastic chance of going all the way today and reaching the World Cup final.

'She is the goalkeeper of the tournament so far' - Irish dreaming of World Cup medals after McFerran's shoot-out heroics 

Shoot-out queens Ireland booked a World Cup semi-final date with Spain in London tomorrow as a...

Ireland make history at Women's Hockey World Cup after dramatic penalty shoot-out win secures first ever semi-final 

Ireland have advanced to a first ever semi-final at the Women's Hockey World Cup in London...

Ireland vs India, as it happened: Fairy tale continues in London as Girls in Green book World Cup semi-final place 

Ireland take on India in tonight's Hockey World Cup quarter-final in London. The push-back is at 6pm...

On the brink of history: Irish face Indian ambush in bid to make more World Cup semis 

Two teams exploring new territory collide today as Ireland take on India at the Women's World Cup in London.

Unlucky defeat fails to dent confidence of buoyant Irish girls 

Ireland finally tasted defeat for the first time at the Women's World Cup as they went down to England in London but nothing could deny them their place in the last eight in the elite event.

Late England goal breaks defiant resistance of quarter-final bound Ireland 

A goal ten minutes from time was enough to give England a narrow victory over already qualified Ireland in the final Pool B game at the Women's...

Hard work bears fruit for brilliant girls in green 

'Nothing is given. Everything is earned.'

Ulster trio's return helps Shaw to get Green Army firing again 

Tomorrow's fixture at the Women's World Cup is a daunting one on the face of it for Ireland's ground-breaking squad - though only on the face of it.

'We can beat anyone in the world' - Optimism growing as O'Flanagan puts Ireland in last eight for first time 

Outsiders Ireland continued their wonderful run at the Women's Hockey World Cup in London, beating India with an Anna O'Flanagan goal to claim an...

Ireland qualify for the quarter-finals of the Hockey World Cup with historic victory over India 

Ireland's women's hockey team have qualified for the quarter-final of the World Cup with a famous victory over India in London this afternoon.

Colvin aims to lay down law against India 

Lizzie Colvin rarely gets on the scoresheet, but she'll never forget the last of her five international goals as it took Ireland to their first World Cup for 16 years.

Duke double sends Ireland top of pool as USA stunned 

A couple of goals from Deirdre Duke helped Ireland to make the perfect start at the Women's World Cup in London with a victory over the highly-rated USA.

Fit-again Frazer desperate to make new Ireland memories 

Megan Frazer is still haunted by the moment. In her mind's eye the Irish hockey midfielder can still see it unfolding in slow-motion.

Ireland up against it in bid for redemption 

Ireland's women start out on the road to redemption today at the World Cup in London, seeking to put nightmarish memories of Amsterdam behind them.

Shaw hopeful over Frazer 

Ireland hockey coach Graham Shaw is confident that Derry star Megan Frazer will be ready to play a full part in next month's World Cup in London.

Madeley treble secures cup for Three Rock Rovers 

Three Rock Rovers enjoyed a 10-goal weekend as they claimed the men's Irish Senior Cup with a 5-2 victory over Pembroke Wanderers.

Irish suffer Spanish inquisition 

Ireland's women endured a 7-0 drubbing at the hands of Spain in Benalmádena on the Costa Del Sol.

Murray hero as Lisnagarvey put paid to Banbridge 

Irish Senior Cup holders Banbridge surrendered their crown as they tumbled to first round 2-3 defeat at the hands of arch rivals Lisnagarvey.

Fulton woe as old enemy hit back to deny Irish a podium finish 

Ireland's quest to repeat their podium finish of two years ago ended at the Rabo EuroHockey championships in Amsterdam as they were beaten 2-1 by England.

Murray rescues superb draw against Germany 

Ireland’s men broke the mould as they took a 1-1 draw from their opening match against Germany at the Rabo EuroHockey championships in Amsterdam.

England open Euro defence with comfortable win over Ireland 

England opened the defence of their EuroHockey Championship title with a 4-1 win over Ireland in Amsterdam on Saturday.

Sothern clinches World Cup spot 

Ireland took their opportunity in hockey's last chance saloon by beating New Zealand in the World League event in Johannesburg.

American idol Upton ready to end Ireland's World Cup wait 

Former US college champion Roisin Upton spearheads Ireland’s women as they begin their bid to reach the World Cup this morning.

Ireland stun Germany with four-goal comeback 

Ireland stunned Olympic bronze medallists Germany with a sensational comeback to secure a fine victory in the Hamburg Masters.

Julian shows he's real Dale with hat-trick as Garvey and Bann set to go head to head 

YOUNG gun Julian Dale marked his first call-up for the Ireland senior set-up by shooting down Instonians at Garryduff yesterday as Cork C of I went top of the EY League.