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  •   Home > News > Sports > Rugby

    A heads down and get on with it approach from the Black Sticks men after not being able to claim the spot they earned in hockey's global Pro League

    A heads down and get on with it approach from the Black Sticks men after not being able to claim the spot they earned in hockey's global Pro League


    Financial limitations impacted by a reduction in government funding mean the national body's concerns over the league's expensive, travel-heavy format have been too much to overcome.

    Acting chief executive officer Ken Maplesden says while the players are disappointed, they're also keeping their eyes forward.

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