NTHA and Khunti secure spots in final of Sub-Junior State Hockey Championship 2024
Exciting matches set stage for championship showdown in Jamshedpur’s youth hockey tournament
JAMSHEDPUR – Intense semi-final clashes at Naval Tata Hockey Academy determine finalists for Sub-Junior State Hockey Championship.
The Naval Tata Hockey Jharkhand Sub-Junior State Hockey Championship 2024 (Men) reached its penultimate stage with two riveting semi-final matches. The event, sanctioned by Hockey Jharkhand, took place at the Naval Tata Hockey Academy in Jamshedpur.
Distinguished Guests
The matches were graced by several esteemed guests:
– Ms. Neelam Babardesai, Head Sports Tata Trusts
– Mr. Umesh Rana, Project Manager Tata Trusts
– Ms. Uma Tiwari, Principal, Hill Top High School
Semi-Final Results
1. NTHA vs Ranchi
– Score: NTHA 3 – 0 Ranchi
– Player of the Match: Sukhu Herenj (Ranchi)
2. Khunti vs Simdega
– Score: Khunti 3 – 0 Simdega
– Player of the Match: Ankit Hemrom (Khunti)
Goal Scorers
|
Team |
Goal Scorers |
|
NTHA |
Satyam Pandey, Ganga Topno, Ashish Tani Purti |
|
Khunti |
Sukhu Guria, Ankit Hemrom, Salmon Herenj |
Upcoming Matches
The tournament’s climax is set for August 14, featuring:
– Final: NTHA vs Khunti
– 3rd Place Playoff: Simdega vs Ranchi
Team coach Rajesh Kumar expressed his excitement about the final, stating, "Both NTHA and Khunti have shown exceptional skill throughout the tournament. We’re anticipating a thrilling final match."
Tournament Structure
The championship featured two pools:
Pool A:
1. Gumla
2. NTHA
3. Khunti
4. West Singhbhum
Pool B:
1. Ranchi
2. Hazaribagh
3. Simdega
4. East Singhbhum
This structure ensured a competitive environment for all participating teams, showcasing the depth of talent in Jharkhand’s youth hockey scene.
