Roundglass Hockey Academy set for International Youth Hockey Cup campaign in Sydney
Mohali, June 23
Roundglass Hockey Academy is set to continue its international outreach as its U-18 squad travels to Sydney, Australia, to participate in the International Youth Hockey Cup from June 23 to June 27.
The tournament will bring together promising young hockey talent from across the region, providing RGHA athletes with a valuable opportunity to test themselves against international opposition and gain exposure to different styles of play. The competition forms part of the academy's commitment to preparing young players for the demands of elite-level hockey through regular international competition.
According to the tournament schedule, Roundglass Hockey Academy will open its campaign against NSW Lions on June 23, 2026. The team will then take on Team Majulah Singapore and NSW Singhs on June 24, before facing Bobby Academy on June 25. RGHA will conclude its league-stage fixtures against Shepparton on June 26. The Boys Grand Final is scheduled for June 27, with the top two teams from the league stage set to contest the title.
The tour comes on the back of a successful international outing for the academy in Kenya, where Roundglass Hockey Academy's senior team were crowned champions of the Sikh Union Club Nairobi Centenary Celebrations Hockey Tournament 2026. In the final, the academy side produced a commanding display to defeat hosts Nairobi Sikh Union 4-1 and lift the title, underlining the strength of the academy's high-performance programme.
For the U-18 squad, the International Youth Hockey Cup presents another important platform to accelerate their development. Competing against leading youth teams from Australia and Singapore will enable the young players to further enhance their tactical awareness, adaptability and match temperament while gaining invaluable international experience.
The tour forms part of Roundglass Hockey Academy's broader vision of providing young athletes with holistic development opportunities through world-class coaching, high-performance training environments and consistent exposure to international competition.
Roundglass Hockey Academy Fixtures - International Youth Hockey Cup, Sydney
June 23, 2026 - NSW Lions
June 24, 2026 - Team Majulah Singapore
June 24, 2026 - NSW Singhs
June 25, 2026 - Bobby Academy
June 26, 2026 - Shepparton
June 27, 2026 - Boys Grand Final.
— ANI
Reader Comments
This is great news for Indian hockey development. The win in Kenya shows the senior team is strong, and now the U-18 boys get their turn. But I hope the academy also focuses on grassroots development back in Punjab and not just the elite level. We need hockey to grow at the village level too, yaar.
Wah! Roundglass is putting Indian hockey on the map internationally. The Kenya tournament win was fantastic—4-1 against Nairobi Sikh Union is no joke. Now our U-18 team in Sydney... this is how you build champions. Let's hope these boys bring back some medals and learn a lot from the Aussie style of play! 🇮🇳💪
Good initiative but I wish they would also send the girls' team for similar exposure. Women's hockey in India needs this kind of support too. Still, happy to see our young players getting these opportunities. Best of luck to the boys in Sydney! 🏑
This is exactly the kind of investment Indian hockey needs—exposure tours, international competition, and structured development. The Roundglass Academy is setting a benchmark. My only concern: are we giving enough resources to government-run academies as well? Private initiatives are good, but we need a systemic approach across India. Still, proud of these boys!
Love seeing Indian hockey talent get international exposure! I'm from Australia and I'll try to catch the matches—it's great for both countries to build sporting connections. The Roundglass Academy seems to have a really professional setup. Go India! 🏑🇦🇺🤝🇮
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