The Managing Partner of Davies and Partners Solicitors in Birmingham David Stokes, has returned home triumphant from the Hockey World Masters (over 40s) Cup in Singapore sporting a well earned Gold Medal.

David, 43, and his England Squad team mates won the prestigious tournament after beating favourites Australia 4-3 in a tight game in the group stages and then defeating New Zealand 4-0 in the final. In all of the six matches the England team played they scored 33 goals and only conceded three against Australia, which is believed to be a record for England Masters.

David, who is a partner in the Land Acquisition and Development Department at Davies and Partners Solicitors in Birmingham, lives in Bromsgrove and has been playing Hockey for over 30 years.  He currently plays for Stourport Hockey Club in the Midlands Premier League and previously played for Gloucester City in the National League.   

David was selected for the England Masters team last spring following his performances for the West of England over 40s in a regional tournament and in the subsequent England trials.  

David said, “It was a fantastic experience playing for my country in this prestigious tournament and there were some excellent matches. We played better than we could have imagined and did not let the high temperatures and humidity in Singapore put us off.  Winning the Gold medal was a huge achievement as the Australian and New Zealand teams were the firm favourites.  We are all extremely proud.”