Marlena Rybacha

Marlena is the captain of Poland and the most capped Polish national team player of all time. She currently plays her club hockey in the top division of the Netherlands (the Hoofdklasse) for HC Oranje-Rood. She has previously played top-level hockey in Poland and Germany.

Marlena is a defender and a short corner specialist. She has won a number of individual honours, including:

  • Player of the Tournament, FIH World League Round 1, Prague, 2016

  • Player of the Tournament, FIH World League Round 2, India, 2015

  • Junior Indoor European Cup Player of the Tournament, Vienna, 2007

Marlena is an excellent and experienced hockey coach. Her breadth of hockey knowledge, gained through exposure to different countries and playing styles, makes her a perfect fit for EVO Hockey.