Megan Hull shows her emotion after the Black Sticks’ Olympic quarterfinal exit against the Netherlands. Buda Mendes/Getty Images The Black Sticks women rue their Olympics being over after losing 3-0 to the Netherlands in the quarterfinals. The Black Sticks women had demonstrated their ability in patches, but were let down by consistency. By finishing eighth at the Olympics, the Black Sticks women each receive a $25,000 PEG (performance enhancement grant) if individuals commit to the next campaign. Julian Finney/Getty Images The Black Sticks women made a brilliant start to the Tokyo Olympics, beating Argentina 3-0 in their opening game.

Source: Stuff August 14, 2021 16:52 UTC