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championship for women. It was held in

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from July 8–16, 2005. New Zealand participate in 2006 Champions Trophy in

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after defeated South Africa in the final.

Squads

Head Coach: Danny Kerry Head Coach:

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Head Coach: Pablo Usoz Head Coach: Ian Rutledge Head Coach: Jenny King Head Coach: Lee Bodimeade

Umpires

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Results

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Group stage

Fixtures

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Classification matches

Fifth and sixth place

Third and fourth place

Final

Awards

The following awards were presented at the conclusion of the tournament:

Statistics

Final standings

Goalscorers

References

External links

Official FIH websiteOfficial website
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