New partnership to broadcast hockey

We’re delighted to announce a pioneering partnership with Sportway, a global leader in sports broadcasting technology. This collaboration marks a significant milestone in our mission to enhance sports coverage and bring the excitement of field hockey to fans across New Zealand through the innovative platform, hockeynz.tv.

As the new home of hockey in New Zealand, hockeynz.tv will broadcast national tournaments and local club leagues live and on demand, providing fans with unparalleled access to their favourite sport. The partnership has already demonstrated its success, most notably with the recent live coverage of the U18 Men’s and Women’s tournaments, which received widespread acclaim and engagement from the hockey community.

Sportway’s advanced cameras are currently installed at eight Associations nationwide, with plans for significant expansion. This season alone, over 1,000 matches from all levels of hockey have been broadcast, showcasing the remarkable talent and passion within New Zealand’s hockey scene.

“We are thrilled to partner with Hockey New Zealand, an organization that shares our vision for innovation and excellence in sports broadcasting,” said Michael Craig, CEO of Sportway New Zealand. “Our cutting-edge technology will bring the thrill of live hockey to fans like never before, enhancing their viewing experience and connecting them more deeply with the sport.”

Anthony Crummy, CEO of Hockey New Zealand, echoed this enthusiasm, stating, “Hockey New Zealand is proud to be working with a company of Sportway’s caliber. Sportway is a leader in the emerging technologies of the sports broadcast market. Partnering with them gives us the opportunity to take our game to more people, amplifying our sport and enriching the experience of everyone involved.”

Together, this partnership aims to make hockey more accessible to fans, fostering a stronger connection between the sport and its audience.

Go to hockeynz.tv and sign up to start watching matches today!