Bharat Chetri Praises Hockey India for Emphasizing on Goalkeeper and Drag-Flicker Development

Former India goalkeeper Bharat Chetri has lauded Hockey India for their focus on developing drag-flickers and goalkeepers at the grassroots level. Chetri, along with other former national team players, has been selected to conduct training sessions at national academies across the country.

The trainers leading these sessions include well-known names like Adrian D’Souza, Yogita Bali, and Rupinder Pal Singh among others. Chetri expressed his gratitude for being a part of this initiative and believes that it will lead to the emergence of world-class talent in these crucial positions.

In addition to this, Hockey India has introduced the National Women’s Hockey League, which is set to kick off with teams from states like Haryana, Maharashtra, and Odisha participating in the inaugural season. Chetri sees this league as a significant moment for women’s hockey in India, providing a platform for female athletes to showcase their skills and compete at a high level.

The league will be held in two phases, with the first phase scheduled to take place in Ranchi from April 30 to May 9. Chetri is excited about the prospects of the league inspiring young girls to pursue their dreams in hockey and believes that it will help in nurturing the next generation of hockey stars.

Overall, Chetri’s endorsement of Hockey India’s initiatives highlights the importance of investing in grassroots development and providing opportunities for players to excel in the sport. With these efforts, Indian hockey is poised to witness a new wave of talent and success in the coming years.