Show Notes: Studio Hockey – E69 Zach Wallace

Get ready for a special episode of Studio Hockey! In this exciting podcast, we’re joined by Zach Wallace—England and Great Britain’s dynamic attacking midfielder—fresh off competing in both the Tokyo and Paris Olympics and an impactful season in both the Hoofdklasse and the Hockey India League.

What’s in this podcast?

- Why the Hockey India League was a “privilege” for Zach, and how it surpassed all his expectations

- Insights into what makes Indian hockey so unique—and what European players pick up from their time there

- Zach’s honest take on the challenges and rewards of playing in a single-location league, plus what he hopes for future editions

- The allure of the Dutch league and why Zach’s stayed in Holland far longer than planned

- Life lessons from moving abroad

- What it’s really like to play for club giant Bloemendaal and work under coach Michel van den Heuvel

- Inside stories from the most intense Olympic matchups—including that unforgettable Paris Olympic thriller against India

- Candid thoughts on England’s preparations for the upcoming European Championships—and an exclusive prediction for the semifinals

- The ongoing “England vs. GB” team debate: does it actually affect players?

- How Zach balances a pro hockey career with work—and thoughts on life after elite sport

Don’t miss the full conversation—it’s packed with honest stories, expert insight, and behind-the-scenes hockey talk you won’t find anywhere else.

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