Archive · 14 Jun 2025
FIH Appoints Mike Joyce as Director General
The International Hockey Federation (FIH), the main group for hockey worldwide, has chosen Mike Joyce as its new leader, the Director General.
He used to manage the FIH's education programs and has been involved in hockey for a long time, including playing and coaching.
The FIH is also creating two new roles to help run things better: a Chief Operating Officer, to manage day-to-day operations, and a Chief Sports Officer, to oversee sports-related departments.
These new positions aim to strengthen the FIH's leadership and make sure everything runs smoothly.
Mike Joyce, former head of FIH's Education and Development, appointed Director General.
Joyce, a former hockey player and coach, brings experience from the Olympic movement.
FIH created new positions: Chief Operating Officer and Chief Sports Officer.
Diana Capsa, Interim Senior Operations Director, will become the Chief Operating Officer.
Elisabeth Furst appointed as Chief Sports Officer.
- Who
- Mike Joyce, Diana Capsa, and Elisabeth Furst.
- What
- FIH appointed Mike Joyce as Director General and created two new leadership positions.
- When
- The appointments were confirmed at an FIH Executive Board meeting.
- Where
- The FIH Executive Board meeting was held in Amsterdam, Netherlands.
- Why
- To strengthen FIH leadership and ensure operational excellence.
- New Director General
- Mike Joyce
- Former Role of DG
- Head of Education and Development
- Chief Operating Officer
- Diana Capsa
- Chief Sports Officer
- Elisabeth Furst
- Meeting Location
- Amsterdam, Netherlands