The Black Sticks Men have finished a creditable ninth after victory over Ireland while the New Zealand women's team completed their 2026 FIH Hockey World Cup campaign in 15th

The Black Sticks Men's team have secured top spot in their classification pool and a spot in the ninth-place playoff at the 2026 FIH Hockey World Cup.

The Black Sticks Men produced a dominant second-half performance to defeat Wales 7-2, while the women's team shared the points with the United States in their latest matches at the 2026 FIH Hockey World Cup.