Sport England’s Director of Sport, Lisa O’Keefe, said: “Hockey has made really good progress in the past 18 months and we are confident that this sport can build further momentum over the next four years by supporting both the 11-a-side and informal versions of the sport. This is a sport that caters equally well for women and men and we welcome plans to do more to open up opportunities for disabled players.”

More information can be found on Sport England’ s website.