Hawkshaw: World Cup can be 'incredible buzz' for hockey
Ireland women's hockey captain Sarah Hawkshaw has admitted that the squad are excited at the prospect of a unique FIH World Cup experience, when the Irish men's and women's team take part simultaneously in Brussels.
Ireland women's hockey captain Sarah Hawkshaw has expressed excitement over the prospect of a unique FIH World Cup experience for her team and the men's squad, who will both compete at the Belfius Hockey Arena in Brussels from August 16-20. Hawkshaw, who is playing in her second World Cup, sees this opportunity as a chance to showcase the talents of both teams and attract more spectators to the women's side.
The rare occurrence of both men's and women's teams participating in the same tournament at the same venue is a significant event for Irish hockey and sports enthusiasts alike. Hawkshaw highlighted the significance of this qualification, noting that it is the first time Ireland has qualified for three consecutive Women's World Cups.
She expressed confidence in the goalkeepers stepping up to fill the void left by injured Ayeisha McFerran, expressing full trust in Holly Micklem and Liz Murphy as backup goalkeepers. Despite their ranking gap, Hawkshaw emphasized the importance of focusing on the present and the challenge at hand, stating that World Cup rankings are not a reliable indicator of success.
She reiterated that this World Cup will be a true test of skill and determination, making it an exciting opportunity for everyone involved.
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