Amsterdamsche Hockey & Bandy Club

Amsterdamsche Hockey & Bandy Club (founded 28 January 1892) is the oldest professional field hockey club of the Netherlands, based in Amstelveen. AH&BC is also the largest field hockey club in the city (2286 members).

Amsterdam
Full nameAmsterdamsche Hockey & Bandy Club
Short nameAH&BC
Founded18 January 1892 (1892-01-18)
Home groundWagener Stadium, Amstelveen
(Capacity 7,600)
LeagueMen's Hoofdklasse
Women's Hoofdklasse
2021–22Men: 3rd
Women: 3rd
WebsiteClub website
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The team is a powerhouse of both domestic and international hockey. Both its men's and women's teams are annual contenders for the Dutch titles. The men's team won its maiden European Cup in 2005.

Originally, the club was also playing bandy, as is still reflected in the club's name.

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