Hockey – Summer Games 2024

Speed, technical skills and fun! These are the characteristics of hockey, a thrilling and incredibly energetic sport which also requires endurance and coordination. Played on a watered synthetic turf for an even faster pace, a hockey match lasts 60 minutes. It consists of 4 periods of 15 minutes.
On the pitch, each team has eleven players, including forwards, midfielders, defenders, and a goalkeeper. Each player can be replaced at any time and as often as desired. A team can choose to play without a goalkeeper (temporarily, in principle). The team scoring the most goals wins and in knockout matches, a shootout session may be required to separate the two teams.

Schedule

Records

Men's Field Hockey:

Most Gold Medals by a Country (Team):

India has been historically dominant in men's field hockey, winning multiple gold medals. Other successful teams include the Netherlands, Germany, and Australia.

Most Goals in a Single Games Tournament (Individual):

The record for the most goals scored by an individual player in a single Games tournament may have changed. As of my last update, specific details were not available.

Most Consecutive Gold Medals (Team):

Some teams may hold records for winning the most consecutive gold medals in men's field hockey. India, in particular, had a remarkable run of success in the early years of Summer Games hockey.

Women's Field Hockey:

Most Gold Medals by a Country (Team):

The Netherlands, Australia, and Germany have been successful in women's field hockey, winning multiple gold medals in recent Summer Games:
Most Goals in a Single Tournament (Individual):

The record for the most goals scored by an individual player in a single Games tournament may have changed. As of my last update, specific details were not available.

Most Consecutive Gold Medals (Team):

Some teams may hold records for winning the most consecutive gold medals in women's field hockey. Teams like the Netherlands and Australia have been consistent performers.

General Hockey Records:

Most Appearances in the Hockey Tournament:

Players with the most appearances in multiple Summer Games may have set records for longevity and consistency.

Most Goals Overall in History (Individual):

A player with the most goals across multiple Summer Games may hold a record for overall scoring in professional field hockey.

Most Successful Coaches:

Coaches who have led their teams to multiple gold medals may be recognized for their success in Games field hockey history.

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Historical Significance:

Field hockey has a rich history in the Summer Games and has been part of the Games program since the London Games in 1908. It is one of the oldest team sports to be included in the modern Summer Games.

Indian Dominance:

India holds a remarkable record in men's field hockey, having won a total of 8 Summer Games gold medals. Their golden era spanned from 1928 to 1956, where they achieved a historic feat of winning six consecutive gold medals.

Dutch Dominance in Women's Hockey:

The Netherlands has been a powerhouse in women's field hockey in recent years. The Dutch women's team has secured multiple gold medals, showcasing their dominance and skill on the Summer Games stage.

Introduction of Women's Field Hockey:

Women's field hockey was introduced to the Summer Games program in Moscow in 1980. Since then, it has grown in popularity and has become a fiercely competitive and exciting event, featuring top teams from around the world.

Format and Teams:

Field hockey in the Summer Games features both men's and women's competitions. Each competition involves a set number of teams competing in a round-robin format, followed by knockout stages leading to the medal matches.