THE HOCKEY WORLD LEAGUE 2012
Are you ready to join the new competition that is making an impact on hockey worldwide? Welcome to the Hockey World League 2012!
This unique global league presents hockey at its best while providing opportunities for new talent and teams to shine and eager fans to get involved.
The Hockey World League has four rounds, running from August 2012 to February 2014. Each round acts as a qualifier for the next giving every team the potential to go all the way to the final.
With twelve qualification spots for the 2014 World Cup at stake, the Hockey World League promises epic clashes and breath-taking action leaving its mark on hockey around the world. Limits are tested and new talent unleashed. Only the strongest survive.
World League Details
World League Competition Details
Women's Round 3 (Semi-Finals)
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Host |
Venue |
Dates |
Teams |
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Rotterdam |
Netherlands |
June 13-23 |
NED, NZL, GER, KOR, JPN, IND, BEL, CHI |
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London |
England |
June 22-30 |
ENG, ARG, CHN, AUS, RSA, USA ITA, ESP |
Men's Round 2
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Host |
Venue |
Dates |
Teams |
Qualified |
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India |
New Dehli |
Feb. 18-24 |
BAN, CHN FIJ, IND, IRE, OMA |
IND, IRL |
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Brazil |
Rio de Janeiro |
Feb. 27-Mar. 5 |
ARG, BRA, CHI, RSA, TRI, USA |
RSA, ARG |
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France |
St Germain-en-Laye |
May 6-12 |
BEL, CAN, FRA, POR, POL,SCO |
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Russia |
Elektrostal |
May 27-June 2 |
AUT, CZE, EGY, JPN, RUS, UKR |
Women's Round 2
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Host |
Venue |
Dates |
Teams |
Qualified |
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South Africa |
Cape Town |
Jan. 21-27 |
AUT, AZE, BEL, GHA, RSA |
BEL, RSA |
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India |
New Dehli |
Feb. 18-24 |
FIJ, IND, JPN, KAZ, MAS, RUS |
IND, JPN |
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Spain |
Valencia |
Feb. 25-Mar. 3 |
BLR, CZE, ESP, IRL, ITA |
ITA, ESP |
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Brazil |
Rio de Janeiro |
Mar. 4-10 |
BRA, CHI, SCO, TRI, URU, USA |
USA, CHI |
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MAKING ITS MARK ON HOCKEY!
Providing new worldwide access to top-level hockey
Men’s and women’s teams from over 60 nations are battling to make their mark in the Hockey World League. For 19 of these nations the Hockey World League is their first introduction to FIH international competition. Throughout the season, over 2000 players will take to the pitch and the worldwide fan base will be treated to free online coverage whilst encouraged to participate in and around matches.Producing new stars
The Hockey World League gives newcomers from the lower rankings the chance to go head-to-head with giants from the top. With more than 350 matches scheduled anything can happen as players and teams are inspired to make their mark by achieving beyond their expectations.Creating new opportunities
A chance to test limits, the Hockey World League provides boundless opportunities: from World Cup qualification to worldwide hockey fame for players, fans and officials. Over 6000 caps will be accumulated during the first season and teams are playing for ranking points for the first time. Over 300 officials will be involved and worldwide fans will be challenged to make their mark to win incredible prizes.Building new excitement
Fast and furious, precise and powerful, hockey has it all. With speed, stamina and a mastery of intricate hand-eye coordination, hockey players are amongst the fittest and most skilled athletes in the world. The Hockey World League will generate over 500 hours of pure, adrenaline-filled hockey entertainment.
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Men's Round 1
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Host |
Venue |
Dates |
Teams |
Qualified |
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Czech Republic |
Prague |
Aug. 17-19 |
Belarus, Czech Rep., Poland, Ukraine |
POL, UKR |
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Singapore |
Singapore |
Aug. 31-Sept. 2 |
Bangladesh, Hong Kong, Singapore, Thailand |
BAN |
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Wales |
Cardiff |
Sept. 7-9 |
Austria, Ireland, Sweden, Wales |
IRL, AUT |
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Ghana |
Accra |
Sept. 7-9 |
Ghana, Egypt, Nigeria |
EGY |
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Portugal |
Lousada |
Sept. 25-30 |
Italy, Gibraltar, Morocco, Portugal, Scotland |
SCO, POR |
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Trinidad & Tobago |
Port of Spain |
Nov. 13-17 |
Barbados, Chile, Trinidad & Tobago, Venezuela |
TRI, CHI |
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USA |
San Diego |
Nov. 16-18 |
Guatamala, Mexico, United States |
USA |
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Qatar |
Doha |
Nov. 27-Dec. 2 |
Azerbaijan, Oman, Qatar, Sri Lanka, Turkey |
AZE |
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Fiji |
Suva (Oceania Pac. Cup) |
Dec. 8-15 |
Fiji, Papua New Guinea, Vanutau |
FIJ |
Women's Round 1
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Host |
Venue |
Dates |
Teams |
Qualified |
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Czech Rep. |
Prague |
Aug. 14-19 |
Belarus, Czech Republic, France, Italy, Scotland, Turkey |
BLR, CZE, ITA, SCO |
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Ghana |
Accra |
Sept. 7-9 |
Ghana, Nigeria |
GHA |
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Malaysia |
Kuantan |
Sept. 14-16 |
Kazakhstan, Malaysia, Singapore, Sri Lanka |
MAS, KAZ |
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Austria |
Vienna |
Sept. 18-23 |
Austria, Belgium, Lithuania, Russia, Ukraine, Wales |
AUT, BEL, RUS, UKR |
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Trinidad & Tobago |
Port of Spain |
Nov. 11-17 |
Barbados, Canada, Guyana, Trinidad & Tobago, Uruguay, Venezuela |
CAN, URU, TRI |
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Fiji |
Suva (Oceania Pac. Cup) |
Dec. 8-15 |
Fiji, Papua New Guinea, Samoa, Vanuatu |
FIJ |
Details for Round 2 to be announced shortly!
Number of teams qualified may be subject to change
Every game remembered.
Every goal celebrated.
Every athlete, fan and official challenged to stand out from the crowd.
Join the Hockey World League 2012 and make your mark!
News Articles
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The future of hockey is here x 20 x 2
FIH Officially Launches New Hockey World LeaguePosted 9 months ago.
LONDON –The FIH used the backdrop of one of the grandest Olympic hockey events, the 2012 London Olympics, to... More
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A Newcomers Guide: World League 101 x 39
Everything you need to know about hockey’s newest competitionPosted 9 months ago. By jenny.wiedeke.
The first tournament of the Hockey World League is in the books with six teams already qualified for Round 2 action.... More
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World League back in action this weekend x 5
Singapore hosting four-team men's eventPosted 9 months ago. By jenny.wiedeke.
The Hockey World League is back in action this weekend as Singapore will host a four-team Round 1 tournament.... More
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Bangladesh wins World League R1 in Singapore x 24
Three wins in three games and onto Round 2Posted 8 months ago. By jenny.wiedeke.
With a perfect 3-0 record, Bangladesh won the Hockey World League Round 1 tournament hosted by Singapore. Bangladesh... More
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Four teams move onto World League Round Two x 8
Ireland, Austria and Egypt men and Ghana women into second roundPosted 8 months ago. By jenny.wiedeke.
Four teams moved onto the second round of the Hockey World League after three separate tournaments this weekend. On... More
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Next Stop on the World League tour: Vienna
Six women's team to battle for four spots in the next roundPosted 8 months ago. By jenny.wiedeke.
The next World League Round 1 tournament is underway as six European women’s teams are facing off in Vienna with a... More
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Six more teams move onto World League Round 2 x 6
USA men cruise, Trinidad men and women also advancePosted 6 months ago. By jenny.wiedeke.
Six more teams earned a place in the Hockey World League Round 2 after three tournaments concluded on Sunday. The USA... More
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Top 10 Fun Facts from World League Round 1
On the eve of R2, a look back at the first phasePosted 4 months ago. By jenny.wiedeke.
As the FIH gets ready to kick off the Hockey World League Round 2, it is the perfect time to look back at Round 1 as... More
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The hosts with the most
Portugal tops FIH list of Round 1 hostsPosted 4 months ago. By jenny.wiedeke.
As part of the FIH's World League marketing program, there was a competition among the Round 1 hosts with the chance... More
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Hockey World League Semi-Finals take shape x 21
Netherlands and Malaysia announced as host nationsPosted 4 months ago. By jenny.wiedeke.
The FIH today confirmed the hosts and dates of three Hockey World League Semi-Final tournaments, which will all take... More
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England to host World League Semi-Final tournament x 4
Key Women's event headed to Chiswick, LondonPosted 3 months ago. By jenny.wiedeke.
England Hockey and the International Hockey Federation (FIH) are delighted to announce that London has been selected... More
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New Delhi named host of two major FIH events x 5
Hero Hockey World League Finals and Hero Hockey Junior World Cup confirmedPosted 2 months ago. By jenny.wiedeke.
LAUSANNE – The FIH announced today the official hosts and dates for two of its upcoming top events. New Delhi,... More
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Women's World League Semi-Finals Groups Confirmed x 370
16 teams head to Rotterdam & London with World Cup dreamsPosted 2 months ago. By jenny.wiedeke.
Following the last of the women’s Hockey World League Round 2 tournaments, the FIH today announced the line-ups for... More
Competitions
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2012 World League R1 Women - Prague x 20
Posted 10 months ago. By jenny.wiedeke.
August 14-19, 2012
Prague, Czech Republic More -
2012 World League R1 Men - Prague x 14
Posted 10 months ago. By jenny.wiedeke.
August 17-19, 2012
Prague, Czech Republic More -
2012 World League 1 Men - Wales x 2
Posted 10 months ago. By jenny.wiedeke.
September 7- 9, 2012
Cardiff, Wales More -
2012 World League R1 Women - Vienna x 20
Posted 10 months ago. By jenny.wiedeke.
September 18-23, 2012
Vienna, Austria More -
2012 World League R1 Men - Portugal x 133
Posted 10 months ago. By jenny.wiedeke.
September 25-30, 2012
Lousada, Portugal More -
2012 World League R1 Men - Singapore x 33
Posted 10 months ago. By jenny.wiedeke.
August 31 - September 2, 2012
Singapore, Singapore More
Upcoming Competitions
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Hockey World League Round 2 - Men
May 27 - June 2, 2013
Elektrostal, Russia
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