Punjab Golden Cup-Hockey-A significant event to revitalize Indian Hockey
An ambitious plan to restore Indian Hockey to its golden glory, got underway is currently underway in Punjab. The final is scheduled at 6.00pm IST Today, and India is in the Finals.
The tournament, organized by Punjab Sports Department, is being played between January 3 and February 9. Apart from India, New Zealand, Germany and Netherlands have taken part in the tournament.
The International Hockey Federation (FIH) has accorded approval to the Punjab Gold Cup Men Four-Nation Invitational Double Leg Hockey Tournament to be hosted by the Punjab Sports Department
It is clear that Hockey in India, more specifically Punjab, is the winner. The packed crowds are boosting the morale of the players. Trust Pargat Singh, will be able to organize this impressive Hockey Tournament every year.
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CHANDIGARH: Pargat Singh has launched an ambitious campaign to revive the spirit of the game that he once so passionately played. His organisational skills will now be on display as the four-nation Punjab Gold Cup beckons hockey lovers to the Sector 42 Stadium here.
India, Germany, the Netherlands and New Zealand are in the fray in a competition that has generated considerable interest in the city.
As an acknowledged quality defender, gritty and untiring, Pargat had served India with distinction and then he helplessly watched the rapid decline as Indian hockey hit rock bottom.
This tournament is part of a process that has been set in motion with the disbanding of the Indian Hockey Federation and hopes being raised by the same set of officials and former internationals. Only the garb has changed as India, coached by Harendra Singh, has to face three quality opponents.
India’s opponents in the Gold Cup are all ranked higher. “I take it as an advantage. Indian hockey has not done well and we have nothing to lose. We will only rebuild from here. It is a great opportunity for me and the team,” said Harendra.
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