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Roundglass Punjab, Salute Among Winners As Hockey India Sub Junior Championship Begins

The opening day of the Hockey India Sub Junior Men's championship in Surat saw some decisive victories. Roundglass Punjab Hockey Club Academy kicked things off with a huge 11-1 win, thanks to hat-tricks from Varinder Singh and Karan Kumar. Salute Hockey Academy also dominated their match 7-1, with Saurabh Kumar netting a hat-trick of his own. Other winners

Key Points: Hockey India Sub Junior Championship: Roundglass Punjab, Salute Academy Win Opening Matches

  • Roundglass Punjab Academy dominates with 11-1 victory
  • Salute Hockey Academy secures 7-1 win in Pool C
  • Sail Hockey Academy and Army Boys Sports Company record wins in Pool B
  • S.G.P.C. Hockey Academy edges narrow 1-0 victory in Pool D
  • Event serves as key talent scouting platform for junior hockey
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Roundglass Punjab Hockey Club Academy, Salute Hockey Academy among winners in HI Sub Junior Championship

Roundglass Punjab Hockey Club Academy, Salute Hockey Academy among teams securing wins on Day 1 of Hockey India Sub Junior Men Academy Championship in Surat.

"The tournament provides a crucial platform for identifying and nurturing the next generation of hockey talent in the country. - Hockey India Official Statement"

Surat (Gujarat), December 23

Roundglass Punjab Hockey Club Academy, Salute Hockey Academy, Sail Hockey Academy, Army Boys Sports Company and S.G.P.C. Hockey Academy recorded wins on the opening day of the 3rd Hockey India Sub Junior Men Academy Championship 2025 - Zone A & B at the Veer Narmad South Gujarat University Hockey Ground in Surat, Gujarat on Monday, according to a release.

In Pool C, Roundglass Punjab Hockey Club Academy registered a 11-1 victory against Sports Authority of Gujarat - Hockey Academy. Varinder Singh (9', 53', 54') and Karan Kumar (22', 29', 38'), both scored hat-tricks, while Arjandeep Singh (7', 60') and Arshdeep Singh (19', 34') contributed with a brace each. Ankit (14') also scored for the winners, while Alfesh Rajakbhai Musagara (50') scored the only goal for Sports Authority of Gujarat - Hockey Academy.

In the same pool, Salute Hockey Academy secured a 7-1 against Cheema Hockey Academy. Saurabh Kumar (21', 39', 40') bagged a hat-trick for his side, with Yogender Saini (12'), Arun (14'), Sunny (49') and Pankaj (56') also getting on the scoresheet, after Saihbaz Singh (7') had opened the scoring for Cheema Hockey Academy.

In Pool B, Sail Hockey Academy registered a 3-1 win against HAR Hockey Academy. Bikash Kaetha (36'), Arun Lakra (40'), and Captain Dinesh Barla (60') got on the scoresheet for the winners. Jatin (50') scored the lone goal for HAR Hockey Academy.

Army Boys Sports Company also prevailed 3-1 against Markandeshwar Hockey Academy in the same pool. Arjun (9'), opened the scoring for the former, with Captain Prasnt Aind (27', 50') bagging a brace. Meanwhile, Garv Gill (3') scored the only goal of the game for Markandeshwar Hockey Academy.

In Pool D, Khushbir Singh (34') scored the only goal of the game, helping S.G.P.C. Hockey Academy to a 1-0 win against Ritu Rani Hockey Academy.

- ANI

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Sarah B
As someone new to following hockey in India, it's really encouraging to see so many academies competing at this level. The investment in grassroots development is clear. Hope to see some of these names in the Olympics one day!
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Arjun K
Heartening to see wins for academies from different backgrounds - a private club, an army unit, and a religious institution (SGPC). Hockey truly is a unifying sport in our country. Jai Hind!
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Priya S
While the big wins are exciting, we must also think about the teams on the losing end, like Sports Authority of Gujarat. Such heavy defeats can be demoralizing for young players. The focus should be on development for all, not just a few elite academies.
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Rohit P
Surat hosting a national championship is fantastic! Gujarat is becoming a real sports hub. More tournaments should be spread across different states to tap into local talent. Bahut badhiya!
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Karthik V
The Army Boys Company winning is no surprise. The discipline and structure of army sports units produce tough competitors. Captain Prasnt Aind with a brace - well done! 🇮🇳

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