Veteran hockey coach Baldev Singh will receive the Padma Shri award on May 25 for his significant contributions to Indian hockey. Singh transformed Shahabad Markanda into a hockey hub, producing over 80 international players.
Virat Kohli lauded Indian hockey players for their superior fitness, stating cricketers are far behind. Hockey captain Harmanpreet Singh expressed gratitude for the recognition, highlighting the sport's demanding physical requirements.
Jharkhand govt removed hockey coach Sudhir Golla from Eklavya Hockey Training Centre in Ranchi due to absenteeism and harassment of girl trainees. Hockey India also removed him from U-18 boys' camp. This incident highlights concerns about monitoring in grassroots sports setups.
Jharkhand govt removed hockey coach Sudhir Golla from Eklavya Hockey Training Centre in Ranchi due to absenteeism and harassment of girl trainees. Hockey India also removed him from U-18 boys' camp.
Jude Felix criticizes Hockey India for removing PR Sreejesh as coach after 15 months, suggesting he could have developed a new generation of goalkeepers. Felix also questions the reliance on foreign coaches and lack of progress in Indian hockey despite investments.
