Niall Stott announces International retirement

Following the end of the Commonwealth Games Men’s Hockey competition, Olympian Niall Stott has announced his retirement from international hockey.

The Dundonian has accumulated an outstanding 251 caps from representing both Great Britain and Scotland, including appearances in an Olympic Games (2004) and three Commonwealth Games (2006, 2010, 2014).  The midfielder has 159 caps playing for Scotland but will be hanging up his boots now Glasgow 2014 is over.

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(Niall Stott competing at Glasgow 2014 at the Glasgow National Hockey Centre. Photo credit Ian Steele)

“It has been an incredible journey and one that I will never forget. Lots of friends and memories made. Wouldn’t change it for anything.”, Stott announced on twitter.

Stott retires with club priorities now his focus and he will be captaining top English club East Grinstead this coming season and is looking forward to concentrating on his club hockey.

Before joining the English side in 2009 he played for German side UHC Hamburg, Scottish champions Kelburne and his local club Dundee Wanderers.

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(Niall Stott at the Investec Cup earlier in July. Photo credit Ady Kerry)

Scotland Senior Men Head Coach Derek Forsyth praised Stott for everything he has done playing for his country, stating, “Over the years he has given a lot to the sport. He is top class player, playing for Great Britain and Scotland with a total of 251 combined caps is an outstanding achievement.

“He has done a great service to Scotland, he will be a player that will be missed, but it will give an opportunity for young blood to come in and show talent.

“We all wish him well in his retirement from international hockey and best of luck in his future endeavours.”

David Sweetman, Scottish Hockey Chief Executive, added,“A big thank you to Niall for his contribution to international hockey and the Scotland men’s team, I wish him well on his retirement and hope that he continues his participation in hockey in the years to come.”

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