Thursday April 30, 2009
Perth training sting for women’s team
KUALA LUMPUR: The women’s national hockey team are expected to undergo a one-week training stint in Perth from May 23.
This is in preparation for the Champions Challenge II in Kazan, Russia, from June 21-27.
Malaysian Women’s Hockey Association honorary secretary Dr S. Shamala said the team, currently training at the National Hockey Stadium in Bukit Jalil, would use the Perth training stint as their final preparation ahead of the Russian tournament.
“The Champions Challenge II is important as it will give Malaysia a chance to improve on the current world rankings,” Shamala said yesterday.
“The women’s team are currently 24th in Division Two of the world rankings and a top 12 rating will enable the team to move up to Division One.”
The other teams who have confirmed participation in the Champions Challenge II are Belgium, Ireland, Chile, India, Ukraine, Canada and Russia. — Bernama
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