Overview
- At the Marlow training base on January 12, the duchess took part in on-pitch drills and fired shots against goalkeeper Miriam Pritchard.
- She engaged with both the men’s and women’s squads, watched an indoor gym session, and posed for a group photo with the GB Men’s Senior Team.
- England Hockey president Alex Danson-Bennett publicly thanked her for taking part and affirmed the organization’s appreciation for her ongoing support.
- The visit coincided with preparations for the next FIH Pro League fixtures and World Cup qualification, and executives discussed future plans including hosting the EuroHockey Championships in 2027.
- A patron since 2006, she also chatted on the pitch with forward Holly Hunt, underscoring the royal family’s enduring ties to the sport.