The International Hockey Federation (FIH) has formally joined the 'Multi-stakeholder Pledge on Sport for Inclusion and Protection of the Global Refugee Forum,' reinforcing sport's role in supporting refugees and host communities. This commitment, formalized in Geneva, aligns with the Olympic Movement's efforts and includes resource provision, capacity-building, and coaching development within displacement-affected communities. The move was welcomed by IOC Honorary President Thomas Bach, who emphasized the importance of international federations in promoting inclusion. The FIH also signed the Sport for Refugees Coalition statement, advocating for the systematic integration of sport into humanitarian responses.

The International Olympic Committee (IOC) has approved the qualification systems for the men's and women's hockey tournaments at the Los Angeles 2028 Summer Olympics. The system prioritizes sustained performance, continental balance, and multiple access pathways, with twelve teams per gender participating. Key qualification routes include the FIH Hockey Pro League, continental championships, and Olympic Qualification Tournaments. The tournaments will be held at Carson Fields near Los Angeles.

The 155 announced the winners of the Hockey Stars Awards 2025. Tom Boon (Belgium) and Xan de Waard (Netherlands) were named Players of the Year. Other awards went to goalkeepers Grace O’Hanlon (New Zealand) and Jean-Paul Danneberg (Germany), umpires Irene Presenqui (Argentina) and Raghu Prasad (India), and coaches Alyson Annan and Max Caldas. The awards recognize the best players and coaches ahead of the 2026 World Cup cycle.

The International Hockey Federation (155) has appointed child-protection experts for the upcoming Junior World Cups, building on successful 2023 measures. Marialoreto González and Nirmal Kumar will serve as Safeguarding Officers, focusing on creating safe environments and providing educational resources for young athletes. This decision emphasizes the importance of athlete well-being, with President Tayyab Ikram highlighting child protection as a key governance priority.

The International Hockey Federation (FIH) announced a partnership with SPORTFIVE to grow the sport's visibility in regions like the Middle East, South Asia, and Europe, starting with the 2026 World Cup in Belgium and the Netherlands. The agreement aims to boost hockey's global presence through long-term strategies, expanding its reach to brands and audiences. FIH President Tayyab Ikram highlighted the importance of this alliance for the sport's global development.