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      Like most new rules in any sport, the introduction of the own goal in hockey has divided opinion. I’m a defender and from a playing perspective, it’s forcing us to make proper contact with the ball when it comes into the circle. Because defenders and goalkeepers now must play the ball more often in the D, there are more goalscoring opportunities.   ... Read More »

Hi guys, We’ve just put together this quick video to give you all an insight into some of the behind the scenes stuff at Gryphon Hockey. This video shows a few of the tests we use to ensure the best composition, performance and quality sticks on the market. Enjoy! If you are having trouble viewing the video below, you can check ... Read More »

UPDATED FAKE STICK IDENTIFIER FOR 2013 Since 2009 there have been some questionable companies and individuals that have been selling fake copies of our top end premium Gryphon composite sticks online. These fake sticks include copies from our TOUR, TABOO BLUESTEEL and TABOO range. Please be aware that a lot of these online sellers do use stock images from our ... Read More »

Hi guys, Firstly we would like to thank you all for entering in the competition. There were some truly amazing photographs and it was incredibly difficult for a winner to be picked!   As the competition had an Olympic theme to it, we just couldn’t go past Rebecca. If you didn’t already know, the motto of the London 2012 Olympic ... Read More »

Welcome to our expose’ known simply as FOCUS. Here you get an out of the norm look at what makes up the lives of our players. Shots are out of focus, flared or heavily filtered. Enjoy… The first instalment is coming from our local photog, DC, who has decided to use his camera skills to create the effects rather than ... Read More »