[1] Since 2012, the association has two affiliated branches that entirely govern the sport at regional level; these are the Vlaamse Hockey League (Dutch-speaking) and the Ligue Francophone de Hockey (French-speaking).

This split was due to the recognition and awarding of subsidies that are in the authority of the Flemish- and French-speaking Communities.

[2] As a matter of consequence, only the top division leagues for men and women are still organised at the national level.

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