Hockey: Compact mixed schedule on the cards this weekend

In the Mixed Premier League, a close match looks set to be on the cards as Harlequins A play Vikings A, both these sides come into this game on the same runs of form. 

Valkyrs B - who are still looking for their first win of the season - play Castletown Celts who will be looking to keep their good run of form going. 

Another close game looks likely when Bacchas B meet Castletown Southerners with both sides wanting maximum points to avoid the relegation battle. 

In Mixed Division One, Valkyrs C - who will be wanting to keep the pressure on at the top of the league - play bottom-of-the-table, Bacchas C who know every point is important in avoiding relegation. 

Elsewhere, Harlequins B play Castletown Cammags in what could be a very close game. 

In Mixed Division Two, Vikings D will look to take maximum points when they play Castletown Coaney who know every point is crucial now as we head towards the end of the season. 

Meanwhile, Valkyrs D play Ramsey Ravens - both these sides coming into this game on pretty much like-for-like runs of form.

In Mixed Division Three, Harlequins C will look to keep their spot at the top of the league when they meet Vikings E; Valkyrs Mixed Colts play Harlequins D and both these sides look evenly-matched, and there is a northern derby as Ramsey Robins play Ramsey Rookies.

Finally, Castletown Carrick will look to add to the points they already have if they can get the better of Bacchas D who will be looking to keep the pressure on towards the top of the division.

You can also listen to the full, extended interview with Manx Radio's Hockey Correspondent, Ben Cunningham looking ahead to this weekend's Isle of Man hockey action on the latest episode of the 'In-Depth: Isle of Man Hockey Preview' which is available on demand via the Manx Radio SportsCast below: