Sreejesh fears sack, end of coaching career; Hockey India sources say, ‘his contract is over'

IANS | May 13, 2026 6:08 PM

New Delhi, May 13 (IANS) Two-time Olympic bronze medallist and former India goalkeeper P. R. Sreejesh has publicly expressed his frustration after learning that his stint with the junior men’s side might not be extended, claiming his coaching career may already be nearing an abrupt end despite a successful run that included five podium finishes in five tournaments.

Indian women’s hockey team to tour Australia ahead of Nations Cup

IANS | May 13, 2026 12:37 PM

New Delhi, May 13 (IANS) Hockey India has announced that the Indian women’s hockey team will tour Australia from May 21 to June 3 as part of its preparations for the upcoming FIH Hockey Women’s Nations Cup New Zealand 2025-26, scheduled to take place from June 15 to 21 in Auckland.

From Bilaspur to Bhopal: Om Kumar Yadav’s path to the U-18 National Coaching Camp showcases hockey's expanding scope

IANS | April 26, 2026 2:55 PM

New Delhi, April 26 (IANS) Om Kumar Yadav, from the small town of Rajnandgaon in Basantpur, Chhattisgarh, is the sole player from his state selected for Hockey India’s ongoing U-18 National Coaching Camp at SAI Bhopal. He secured his spot after showcasing his talent at the 16th Hockey India Sub Junior Men National Championship 2026 - Division 'B' in Rajgir, Bihar earlier this month, where he scored six goals.