Sam Hiha

Samuel Ruruarau Hiha (born 26 August 1997)[1] is a New Zealand field hockey player,[2] who plays as a forward.

[6][7][8] Sam Hiha was a member of the Central Mavericks in the Ford National Hockey League (NHL), representing the team from 2016 to 2019.

[9] Following the overhaul of the NHL and subsequent introduction of the Premier Hockey League, Hiha was named in the Central Falcons.

[10][11] The league's inaugural edition was held in 2020, with the team taking home a gold medal.

[5][14] In 2020, Hiha was named in the Black Sticks squad for the first time, however due to the impact of the COVID-19 pandemic he made no international appearances.