FIH Vision | World Beach Hockey

TAYYAB IKRAM

President, International Hockey Federation (FIH)

As the momentum around Beach Hockey continues to grow globally, World Beach Hockey (WBH) had the honour of hosting an exclusive interview with Mr. Tayyab Ikram, President of the International Hockey Federation (FIH). In this inspiring conversation, Mr. Ikram shared his strategic vision for the sport’s future and how Beach Hockey fits into the evolving global hockey landscape.

A New Wave in the Hockey World

President Ikram emphasized that Beach Hockey offers a dynamic, inclusive, and community-friendly format that aligns perfectly with the FIH’s broader goals of innovation, accessibility, and development. With its relaxed setting, fast-paced gameplay, and minimal infrastructure requirements, Beach Hockey presents an exciting opportunity to engage new audiences—especially in regions where traditional field hockey is still gaining a foothold.

“Beach Hockey is not just a new format,” Mr. Ikram noted. “It is an opportunity to connect people to the spirit of hockey—wherever they are, and regardless of their resources.”

A Platform for Inclusion and Empowerment

One of the core themes of the conversation was inclusion. Mr. Ikram highlighted how formats like Beach Hockey can provide a more accessible entry point into the sport—especially for youth, women, and players with limited access to infrastructure.

With programs like the FIH’s “Empowering Women through Hockey” already making an impact, WBH aims to align and amplify these efforts by incorporating them into Beach Hockey’s growing global platform.

Synergy Between FIH and WBH

The discussion also focused on the growing synergy between FIH and WBH, with both organizations committed to advancing global hockey in all its forms. Mr. Ikram acknowledged the work of the WBH team in promoting grassroots participation and emphasized the value of creating structured pathways for Beach Hockey players and communities.

Opportunities for collaboration include:

Shared development initiatives in underserved regions
Featuring WBH activities through FIH platforms and media
Exploring pilot programs to test integration in multi-sport or regional events

Looking Ahead

As Beach Hockey continues to develop, the collaboration between FIH and WBH signals a strong commitment to creating a more vibrant, inclusive, and sustainable future for hockey worldwide.

Mr. Ikram’s support reinforces the idea that Beach Hockey is not just a recreational activity—it is a vital part of the sport’s future evolution.

WBH is excited to continue building these bridges and looks forward to deepening our work with the international hockey community.

Building the Future of the Game:

FIH President Tayyab Ikram Shares Vision for Beach Hockey with WBH

Published by World Beach Hockey

Interview by Taruka Srivastav, Social Media Manager – WBH