By Hockey NZThe Black Sticks Men have put together a strong performance to defeat India 1-0 at the Six Nations tournament in Valencia. The Black Sticks showed determination and composure from the opening whistle and played with intensity in the attacking half against the Indians. Head coach Colin Batch said it was good to shake off earlier results and put together a strong team effort. Editorial: End of online betting a sign of the timesBLACK STICKS 1: (Stephen Jenness)INDIA 0Halftime: Black Sticks 1-0- This story has been automatically published using a media release from Hockey NZ The Black Sticks have a rest day tomorrow with their next clash against Ireland at 8pm tomorrow night (NZ time), with live streaming at www.hockeynz.co.nz/VideoContinued below.

Source: New Zealand Herald June 30, 2016 19:52 UTC