When the national camp gets started in Rourkela on Monday, a group of 40 sub-junior men's hockey players will be given instruction to develop their talents by great midfielder Sardar Singh. In an effort to develop future potential, Hockey India recently assembled a 40-member men's sub-junior core squad for a national coaching camp. Former Indian captain Sardar has been named mentor and coach. The athletes were chosen based on their previous performances in the HI Sub-Junior National Championships and will train at the Birsa Munda Hockey Stadium. International games will be played in Europe after the camp.
The camp, according to Sardar, was a fantastic idea to create a supply line for Indian hockey.
"The inception of the men's sub-junior core group stands as a pivotal moment in Hockey India's ongoing journey to elevate Indian hockey to international prominence. This initiative reflects HI's dedication to develop a dynamic pipeline of emerging talent, guaranteeing a prosperous future for men's hockey on the world stage," said Sardar in a Hockey India release.
The coach stated that in addition to emphasising player talent improvement, the camp would also focus on physical fitness and "mental resilience" building.
♐"The camp will provide an immersive experience for these young athletes. Rigorous training programs will focus on honing skills, enhancing physical fitness, refining tactical acumen, and bolstering mental resilience. I firmly believe that through providing these young athletes with premier coaching, cutting-edge facilities, and the opportunity to compete at the highest level, we have unwavering confidence in their capacity to excel and bring honour to our nation," he added.