Sub-Junior Hockey Championship Kicks Off with High-Scoring Matches

Naval Tata Hockey Academy hosts intense opening day of Jharkhand’s youth tournament

The Naval Tata Hockey Jharkhand Sub-Junior State Hockey Championship 2024 began with a bang at Jamshedpur’s premier hockey facility.

JAMSHEDPUR – Eight under-19 teams converged at the Naval Tata Hockey Academy for day one of the Sub-Junior State Hockey Championship, featuring lopsided victories and standout performances.

The inaugural match saw NTHA dominate West Singhbhum with a stunning 13-0 victory.

Despite the loss, West Singhbhum’s Priyasan Burh earned Player of the Match honors for his resilient performance.

Khunti showcased their prowess with a commanding 5-0 win over Gumla in the day’s second fixture.

Subhod Bodra of Khunti was named Player of the Match for his exceptional play.

The third match ended with Simdega overpowering Hazaribagh 6-1, with George Minj from Hazaribagh receiving the Player of the Match accolade.

Tournament Structure

The championship features eight teams divided into two pools:

Notable Attendees

Several dignitaries graced the event throughout the day:

1. Mr. Ashish Kumar, Head Administration, Kalinganagar Tata Steel (Match 1)

2. Mr. Vikas Pant & Mr. Vikas Joshi, Assistant Coaches NTHA (Match 2)

3. Ms. Chandreyee Majumdar, Manager Sports TSF (Match 3)

4. Mr. Abhijit Avinash Nanoti, MD ISWP (Match 4)

Match Highlights

NTHA vs. West Singhbhum (13-0):

– Top scorers: Anish Dungdung and Sabian Kiro (3 goals each)

– Other goal scorers: Ganga Topno (2), Tintus Hemrom, Satyam Pandey, Patras Hassa, L Samson, Rithik Bodra

Khunti vs. Gumla (5-0):

– Goal scorers: Sumit Oraon, Ashray Lugun, Kanchan Bhengra, Joj Kachap, Manish Kujur

Simdega vs. Hazaribagh (6-1):

– Simdega scorers: Tarun Kulu, Albert Soreng, Binay Bara, Anuj Kerketta, Nisit Dang, Rohit Minj

– Hazaribagh scorer: George Minj

The opening day of the Sub-Junior Championship has set a high bar for the rest of the tournament,” commented a Hockey Jharkhand official. “We’re seeing incredible talent and determination from these young athletes, which bodes well for the future of hockey in our state.”