Oceania Hockey Federation

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Oceania Hockey Federation
AbbreviationOHF
Formation1954;70 years ago (1954)
TypeSports federation
Headquarters Barwon Heads, Victoria
Region served
Oceania
Membership
8 member associations
President
Flag of Australia (converted).svg Clare Prideaux
Parent organization
International Hockey Federation
Website oceaniahockey.com

The Oceania Hockey Federation is the governing body for the sport of field hockey in Oceania. It organises the Oceania Cup. It is affiliated with the International Hockey Federation (FIH).

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Member associations

National team rankings

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References

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