The 2003 Women's EuroHockey Nations Championship was the sixth edition of the women's field hockey championship organised by the European Hockey Federation. It was held from 1 until 13 September 2003 in Barcelona, Spain. This was the last EuroHockey Nations Championship with 12 teams. The 4 teams ending 9th, 10th, 11th, and 12th were relegated to the first EuroHockey Nations Trophy. The 8 remaining teams played in the 2005 Women's EuroHockey Nations Championship. Qualified teams Format The twelve teams were split into two groups of six teams. The top two teams advanced to the semi-finals in order to determine the winner in a knockout system. The 3rd and 4th placed teams from each pool played for the 5th to 8th place, while the 5th and 6th placed teams from each pool played for the 9th to 12th place. The last four teams were relegated to the EuroHockey Nations Challenge. Results ''All times were local (UTC+2). Preliminary round Pool A Pool B fifth to twelfth place classification 5th place bracket 9th place bracket 5th–8th place semifinals 9th–12th place semifinals 11th place game 9th place game 7th place game 5th place game First to fourth place classification Semifinals Third and fourth place Final Final standings See also 2003 Men's EuroHockey Nations Championship References Women's EuroHockey Nations Championship EuroHockey Nations Championship EuroHockey Nations Championship International women's field hockey competitions hosted by Catalonia Sports competitions in Barcelona 2000s in Barcelona EuroHockey Nations Championship Women 1 EuroHockey Nations Championship Field hockey at the Summer Olympics – Women's European qualification