
The 2012 men's and women's hockey seasons begin today (Saturday).
Men's Premier League champions Bacchas A open their title defence against their own B team.
And it's a similar story for Women's Premier League champions Vikings A, who also have a game against a side from their own club, at the start of the campaign.
An impressive 19 matches will be played at the five astro pitches around the Isle of Man today.
Football: Colby stun defending champions in Hospital Cup
Rugby: Douglas beaten in Regional 2 North West play-offs
Spirited FC Isle of Man lose out at Padiham
Hockey: IoM Women's Over-45's set for EH Championship semi-final
Holden 'proud' of FC Isle of Man efforts this season