2021 Tokyo Olympics Team SA Hockey Training

SA Hockey at the Olympics

We are active supporters of SA Hockey at both a financial and product level. In preparation for the 2021 Tokyo Olympics, our SA Hockey teams trained on the newly installed GreenFields TX surface at North West University. SA Hockey selected the surface because it meets the demanding standards of international events.

The world-class monofilament field was engineered to optimise speed, precision, and control. A high fibre density ensures enhanced ball speed, while maintaining excellent grip and torque. The glass fibre reinforced multilayer backing provides stability, keeping the field flat in a range of playing conditions. These features blend seamlessly, delivering a surface designed to help top athletes play at their best.

Keenan Horne

SA Hockey Vice-Captain
SA Hockey Striker
64 Caps
2017, 2019 African Cup of Nations
2018 World Cup
2018 Commonwealth Games
2020 Olympic Games

"I have been loving the Belgotex artificial turfs at Potchefstroom. It has definitely enhanced our hockey experience and playing on quality turf makes everything better."

Rassie Pieterse

SA Hockey Goalkeeper
116 SA Caps
2008, 2012, 2020 Olympic Games
2010, 2014, 2018 World Cup
2010, 2014 Commonwealth Games
2007, 2009, 2013, 2015, 2017, 2019 African Cup of Nations Winner

"As a keeper the grip is really good, the ball always runs flat and it doesn't bounce around. This is what makes the Belgotex pitch better than others and we are very fortunate to have our pre-Olympic prep on it."

Ryan Julius

SA Hockey Midfielder
41 SA Caps
2017 FIH Hockey World League
2017, 2019 African Cup of Nations
2018 Commonwealth Games
2020 Olympic Games

"The astroturf at North West University is world-class. It plays true, it's a really fast surface, and that's exactly how hockey needs to be played – especially international hockey."

Jethro Eustice

SA Hockey Defender
128 SA Caps
2014 London Cup
2015 Azlan Shah Cup
2015, 2017, 2019 African Cup Of Nations
2014, 2018 Commonwealth Games
2014, 2018 FIH World Cup
2015-2018 FIH Hockey World League
2018, 2019 FIH Hockey World Series
2020 Olympic Games

"What a facility and what a place to train for the Olympics here at North West university. To be on this turf, training at the highest level and giving us the best performance."

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