From the high-stakes drama of the Olympic ice in Milan to the intense heat of the World Cup qualifiers on the field, the hockey world is reaching a fever pitch this February. Here are the top stories dominating the headlines.

Ice Hockey: A New “Miracle” in Milan

The 2026 Winter Olympics concluded with a historic showdown that fans will talk about for decades.

• USA Men End 46-Year Drought: Team USA secured their first Olympic Gold since the 1980 “Miracle on Ice,” defeating Canada 2-1 in a heart-stopping overtime thriller. Jack Hughes cemented his legacy by scoring the golden goal just 101 seconds into the extra period.
• American Women Reign Supreme: The U.S. Women’s team completed a golden sweep for American ice hockey, shutting out their rivals to claim the top spot on the podium.
• Hellebuyck’s Heroics: American goaltender Connor Hellebuyck was named the tournament’s Best Goaltender, posting a staggering .956 save percentage and stopping 41 shots in the final.

Field Hockey: The Road to the 2026 World Cup

As the ice cools, the turf is heating up. The battle for the final spots in the 2026 FIH Hockey World Cup (to be held in Belgium and the Netherlands) has reached its final stage.

Rising Contenders: Egypt (men) and India (women) are showing dominant form as hosts, leveraging home-turf advantage to secure their positions among the world’s elite.

Ismailia & Santiago Qualifiers: Eight nations are currently battling in Egypt and Chile. With 9 teams already qualified through the Pro League and Continental Cups, these tournaments represent the “last chance saloon” for teams like England, Pakistan, and Canada.+1

The Stakes: Only the top three finishers from each qualifier are guaranteed a ticket to the main event this August.

Tournament Snapshot: 2026 World Cup

Category	Details
Dates	August 14 – 30, 2026
Host Cities	Wavre (Belgium) & Amstelveen (Netherlands)
Current Favorites	Australia (Men), Netherlands (Women)
Key Player to Watch	Ilias Meijer (Netherlands) – Leading scorer in the Pro League.

“International hockey is entering its most competitive era. Whether it’s the speed of the NHL stars on ice or the tactical brilliance on the field, the gap between the world’s top ten nations has never been smaller.”