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Olympics Field Hockey
Olympics Field Hockey is a place for questions and answers about the field hockey sport played in the Olympics. Typical questions are about the players or statistics.
87 Questions
How many Olympic gold medals has Australia won in field hockey?
Through the 2008 Games in Beijing, Australia has won four gold medals in field hockey. The men's team won gold at the 2004 Games in Athens and the women's team won gold at the 1988 Games in Seoul, 1996 Games in Atlanta, and the 2000 Games in Sydney.
Along with the four gold medals, Australia has also won three silver and four bronze in field hockey.
Who has scored the most goals in international field hockey?
Sohail Abbas holds the world record for the most goals scored in international hockey. He is reported to have scored 306 goals in his international career so far.
Where did the tradition of tapping a hockey goalie's head after a win originate?
First time I saw it was with Patrick Roy
Why was the Dhyan Chand called wizard of hockey?
Dhyan Chand is known as the wizard of hockey for hos phenomenal dribbling skills and his efforts
Where could you sell an autographed field hockey stick from the 1964 Olympics?
You could sell an autographed field hockey stick from the 1964 Olympics through online auction sites like eBay or specialized sports memorabilia platforms such as SportsMemorabilia.com. Additionally, you could consider consignment shops that focus on sports collectibles or attend sports memorabilia conventions and trade shows to connect with collectors directly. Social media marketplaces and collector groups on platforms like Facebook could also be effective for reaching potential buyers.
Major Dhyan Chand scored total 33 goals in 12 matches of the 3 Olympics: 1928- 14 goals, 1932- 11 goals and in 1936- 8 goals.
What must you use to make contact with the ball in hockey?
depending if you mean field or ice hockey or even street hockey depends if you are versing a ball or a puck but i will assume you mean field.
A hockey stick, shin guards and the keepers gloves are all the objets allowed to legally make contact with the ball. naturally the ball will fly up a bit and hit bodies/head but actively if is just these and really should only be the stick.
Who won Gold in Hockey 2006 Torino?
Canada won the gold medal in ice hockey at the 2006 Winter Olympics in Turin. They defeated Sweden 3-2 in the final match. This victory marked Canada's eighth Olympic gold medal in men's ice hockey.
What is the value of a 1964 Olympic team signed Hockey Stick?
The value of a 1964 Olympic team signed hockey stick can vary significantly based on factors such as the condition of the stick, the prominence of the players' signatures, and the overall market demand for Olympic memorabilia. Generally, such items can range from a few hundred to several thousand dollars. For a precise valuation, it’s recommended to consult auction results or appraisers specializing in sports memorabilia. Authenticity also plays a crucial role in determining value.
Because the play is called a pass or a save and is always legal. The rule that applies most is the one that states that possession goes to the other team when a player touches the ball last prior to landing out of bounds. Moreover, it takes skill to place the ball on the opposing player with sufficient velocity and in such a way as to insure he will not be able to gather it up and cost YOU a change of possession.
