The South African women's indoor hockey team is determined to make a strong showing in the FIH Indoor Hockey World Cup 2025, held in Croatia. They face a challenging group stage with the potential to secure an additional African slot in the next tournament.
The South Africa n women's indoor hockey team is gearing up for a challenging campaign in the FIH Indoor Hockey World Cup 2025, taking place in Croatia . Having secured an impressive fourth-place finish on home soil last year, the team is facing a crucial group stage that could potentially lead to an additional African slot in the next tournament, adding further weight to their quest for glory.
The 2023 semi-finalists kick off their journey on Monday with a formidable encounter against Thailand at the Zatika Sports Centre in Porec. They are also pitted against Poland and Austria in their group.The South African team's previous success at the last World Cup in Pretoria, where they rode a wave of home support to the semi-finals, has instilled a sense of confidence. Although they fell short of a bronze medal, losing to the Czech Republic, the team remains optimistic about their chances in Croatia. Head Coach, Spieringshoek, acknowledges the strength of their opponents, particularly Thailand, Austria, and Poland, all of whom possess significant experience and expertise in indoor hockey. The coach recognizes the high stakes involved, stating that one team from their pool might even struggle to advance to the next round due to the competitive nature of the group. However, he emphasizes the importance of focusing on execution and capitalizing on opportunities against these formidable opponents. Spieringshoek believes their team has the potential to make another strong showing, potentially exceeding their previous achievements. The Netherlands, the reigning champions after defeating Austria in the final in Pretoria, are expected to be among the favorites once again. The South African men's team is also eager to start their campaign against the hosts on Monday. They face a challenging group that includes defending champions Austria and Poland
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