Naval Tata Hockey Academy Jamshedpur Cadets Secure Sub-Junior India Camp Slots

Three cadets from Jamshedpur’s Naval Tata Hockey Academy (NTHA) are shortlisted for the Sub-Junior India Camp. Selection puts a stamp on their exceptional talent and hard work.

JAMSHEDPUR – The Naval Tata Hockey Academy (NTHA) in Jamshedpur has carved out a niche for itself in state and international hockey competitions.

NTHA cadets regularly represent the Jharkhand state team, reflecting the institution’s superior training and player development.

Aiding in cadet development, the academy enjoys support from a foreign technical partner and assistance for sports science from the Tata Steel Sports Department.

Housing 52 cadets aged between 13 and 18, NTHA is the first private hockey High Performance Centre, known for its comprehensive development programs.

The establishment of the Naval Tata Hockey Academy in Jamshedpur was made possible in 2017 through a collaboration between Tata Steel and Tata Trust.

At the upcoming Sub-Junior India Camp in Rourkela, three cadets will get a golden opportunity to prove their mettle and impress national selectors.

NTHA CEO, Ashish Kumar, expresses his excitement on this development, stating, "We are thrilled that three of our cadets have been shortlisted for the Sub-Junior India Camp. This is evidence of the diligence and hard work of our instructors and cadets. We wish them well in the camp."

Ghuran Lohra, a midfielder from Simdega, who was introduced to NTHA via the Tata Trust-CINI Regional Development Centre, is one of the selected cadets.

Rohit Tirkey, a striker hailing from Khunti, and recipient of the National Centre of Excellence-Lucknow scholarship, is another cadet to join the ranks.

Finally, Rohit Pradhan, a midfielder from Simdega and ‘Best Player of Match’ awardee at the Sub-Junior Nationals-Rourkela, completes the trio heading to the camp.