Generations of Longtails to unite for Hockey Forum 10 am
IslandStats.com
The evolution of Bermudian Field Hockey will take center stage today as islandstats.com hosts a landmark live discussion featuring a panel of past and present national team stars.
The exclusive interview, scheduled for 10 am, aims to bridge the gap between the pioneers of the sport and the current generation of athletes now competing on the international stage under head coach Kovin Moodley.
The conversation arrives at a pivotal moment for the sport in Bermuda. While the national squad was once a mainstay of regional competition in the 1980s—famously finishing seventh at the 1987 Pan American Games—the modern era has seen a tactical and physical shift in the game.
From the transition from grass to the high-speed water-based turfs of the National Sports Centre to the introduction of professional coaching structures, the panel will explore how the "Longtails" have adapted to the demands of a faster, more technical game.
Viewers can expect to hear from seasoned veterans who paved the way during the sport's formative years, alongside current leaders of the national training squad. Figures such as Jen Chisnall and Izzy Pugh, who recently found the net in fixtures against visiting US collegiate sides, represent a new wave of talent looking to propel Bermuda back up the FIH world rankings.
The discussion is expected to touch upon the logistical challenges of the past versus the data-driven approach of the present, where international exposures against the likes of Alvernia University are now used as critical building blocks for major tournaments.
Beyond the technicalities, the interview will highlight the cultural importance of field hockey within the local sporting community. With the 2026 international calendar intensifying, the forum provides a rare opportunity to reflect on the heritage of the women's game while outlining the roadmap for the next generation of Bermudian sticks.
The live stream begins at 10 am on islandstats.com, with fans encouraged to engage with the panel as they reflect on the journey from the local league rinks to the global stage.
