OFF PITCH AFRICA PODCAST

Continental to Global Stage: Frank’s Journey as a Hockey Technical Official

Hockey Officiating in Focus! In this in-depth interview, we talk with Frank – an FIH Academy Educator and experienced Hockey Technical Official – who has officiated and managed matches at both continental tournaments and international hockey competitions.Frank shares valuable insights into:✅ His background and journey in field hockey officiating✅ The levels of officiating in hockey – from local to international stage✅ Challenges & biases faced by umpires and technical officials in the sport✅ How modernization & technology (video umpire, data, systems) are changing hockey✅ His initiatives to grow hockey in Africa and support young officials✅ Final words of encouragement for players, referees, coaches, and fansThis conversation is a must-watch for anyone interested in:Field hockey in Africa 🌍FIH Academy training & officiating pathways 🎓Sports officiating and fair play ⚖️Development of hockey worldwide 🚀👉 Watch now to gain behind-the-scenes knowledge on what it takes to manage hockey games at the highest level!🔔 Don’t forget to subscribe for more exclusive hockey interviews, development stories, and inspiring journeys from across the hockey world.#Hockey #FieldHockey #FIH #HockeyAfrica #HockeyOfficiating #SportsOfficiating #HockeyForChange

Building Legacy Off the Pitch – From Coaching to Creating Didge Sports

In this episode of Offpitch, From the field to the factory — this week we talk to Ndung’u Njogu, FIH-certified hockey coach and Chief of Brand at Didge Sports.He’s a builder of systems, a lover of sport, and a believer in African-made excellence.We cover:⚡️ His journey from coach to entrepreneur🛠️ Starting Didge Sports from the ground up🏑 The state of Kenyan hockey🧠 His vision for youth talent & sport leadership🤝 How Didge is looking to collaborate in 2025Don’t miss out on this engaging conversation filled with laughs and deep insights! Listen now and be part of the journey!#OffPitch #OffPitchAfricaFollow Us:Subscribe to our YouTube channel for more episodes: https://youtube.com/@offpitchAfrica?si=Oddh51LgIgp0GnkuFollow us on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/offpitchafrica/Like us on Facebook: [https://www.facebook.com/share/dn6uSoWx9h2e7mdq/?mibextid=qi2OmgFollow us on Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/2E5mgDfKByqyDlk3zeuVN2Apple Pods: https://podcasts.apple.com/ke/podcast/off-pitch-africa-podcast/id1755511228Afripods: https://afripods.africa/podcast/2c3e1d6f-2702-41b2-8c46-129da00ac35cEngage with us: Feedback, comments, likes, shares are highly appreciatedJoin us for an engaging conversation that dives deep into the world of hockey and sportsmanship. Follow now and never miss an episode of the OffPitch Podcast!

OFF PITCH AFRICA Episode 4 with DANSTONE 'Barry' WABWIRE - A Journey in Kenyan Hockey 🏑🇰🇪

Welcome back to another episode of Offpitch! I’m your host, Bonphace Otieno, and today we have a special guest—"Barry" Danstone, a proud Kenyan field hockey international and USIU Africa star! Join us as we explore Barry's incredible journey, the challenges he's faced, and what it really takes to excel in the world of field hockey. Plus, we’ll have some fun segments including rapid-fire questions about teammates, dream lineups, and even a bizarre pre-match routine! 📌 Don’t miss out on this engaging conversation filled with laughs and deep insights! Listen now and be part of the journey! #OffPitch #OffPitchAfrica Follow Us: Subscribe to our YouTube channel for more episodes: https://youtube.com/@offpitchAfrica?si=Oddh51LgIgp0Gnku Follow us on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/offpitchafrica/ Like us on Facebook: [https://www.facebook.com/share/dn6uSoWx9h2e7mdq/?mibextid=qi2Omg Follow us on Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/2E5mgDfKByqyDlk3zeuVN2 Apple Pods: https://podcasts.apple.com/ke/podcast/off-pitch-africa-podcast/id1755511228 Afripods: https://afripods.africa/podcast/2c3e1d6f-2702-41b2-8c46-129da00ac35c Engage with us: Feedback, comments, likes, shares are highly appreciated Join us for an engaging conversation that dives deep into the world of hockey and sportsmanship. Follow now and never miss an episode of the OffPitch Podcast!

OFF PITCH AFRICA Episode 3 : Grassroots to the Olympics: The Legend Indrajit 'Coolie' Matharu

In this episode of Off Pitch Africa, we sit down with Indrajit Matharu, better known as Coolie, to explore his extraordinary hockey career that began in 1982 at Arya Primary School. From his first steps in the sport to representing Kenya on the global stage, Coolie shares the impact of family support and mentorship from senior players like the late Mr. Sujit Singh . We dive into his international debut in 1986, where he scored two goals against Malawi, and his selection for the 1988 Seoul Olympics. Coolie discusses the challenges of transitioning from grass to astroturf, overcoming injury, and the importance of adapting to changing rules in the sport. He also reflects on memorable matches, intense rivalries, and the lessons he learned from playing against top international teams. Beyond his playing career, Coolie highlights the need for better investment in technical coaching, facilities, and government support to elevate the sport in Kenya. He passionately calls on the next generation of players to set individual goals, focus on personal training, and work towards improving the sport’s standards. Join us for an inspiring conversation that delves deep into the past, present, and future of Kenyan hockey. #OffPitch #OffPitchAfrica Follow Us: Subscribe to our YouTube channel for more episodes: https://youtube.com/@offpitchAfrica?si=Oddh51LgIgp0Gnku Follow us on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/offpitchafrica/ Like us on Facebook: [https://www.facebook.com/share/dn6uSoWx9h2e7mdq/?mibextid=qi2Omg Follow us on Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/2E5mgDfKByqyDlk3zeuVN2 Apple Pods: https://podcasts.apple.com/ke/podcast/off-pitch-africa-podcast/id1755511228 Afripods: https://afripods.africa/podcast/2c3e1d6f-2702-41b2-8c46-129da00ac35c Engage with us: Feedback, comments, likes, shares are highly appreciated Join us for an engaging conversation that dives deep into the world of hockey and sportsmanship. Follow now and never miss an episode of the OffPitch Podcast!

OFF PITCH Episode 2: GROUND UP , MATTERS KENYA HOCKEY PART 2

In this episode of Off Pitch Africa, we dive deep into the intricacies of hockey governance in Kenya with our special guest, Juma Juma, and Mac Simiyu hockey enthusiast, alumis from Kenyatta University. This episode is designed to explore the current state of hockey governance, finances in running the sport and offer some personnel working solution to some of the challenges facing the spot. #OffPitch #OffPitchAfrica Follow Us: Subscribe to our YouTube channel for more episodes: https://youtube.com/@offpitchAfrica?si=Oddh51LgIgp0Gnku Follow us on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/offpitchafrica/ Like us on Facebook: [https://www.facebook.com/share/dn6uSoWx9h2e7mdq/?mibextid=qi2Omg Follow us on Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/2E5mgDfKByqyDlk3zeuVN2 Apple Pods: https://podcasts.apple.com/ke/podcast/off-pitch-africa-podcast/id1755511228 Afripods: https://afripods.africa/podcast/2c3e1d6f-2702-41b2-8c46-129da00ac35c Engage with us: Feedback, comments, likes, shares are highly appreciated Join us for an engaging conversation that dives deep into the world of hockey and sportsmanship. Follow now and never miss an episode of the OffPitch Podcast!