Indian males’s hockey staff head coach Graham Reid was impressed by the excessive stage of competitors on the thirty sixth National Games and mentioned the occasion would assist construct a robust staff for the 2024 Paris Olympics.
Reid is right here on Tuesday to look at the ultimate of the eight-team hockey match to be performed on the Major Dhyan Chand Stadium right here. “This is the first national sport that I am watching. I would say it has come at the right time. The most important aspect is that many youngsters have showcased their talent which will work in building a good team India for the Paris Olympics. Could come,” mentioned the Australian.
The 58-year-old former participant, who led India to a historic bronze medal on the Tokyo Olympics, is completely happy to see the person prowess of younger gamers on the Games, however mentioned they might want to alter going ahead.
“Here, in national games, it is more than individual skill that one gets to see, whereas at international level, it is different with one-touch sports. Individual skills are needed but players have to adapt to the conditions,” Reid mentioned. The coach mentioned that the present Indian staff has the potential to develop into top-of-the-line on this planet.
“Having said that, the focus of any member of Team India should be on adapting to the conditions and playing to the best of their ability.” Reid additionally praised senior India gamers Harmanpreet Singh and goalkeeper PR Sreejesh, who just lately received the FIH Player of the Year and Goalkeeper of the Year awards.
“He (Harmanpreet) has had a great yr. I’m positive he’ll enhance and sustain the great work. He does not get glad simply and has the urge to enhance on daily basis, which is an effective signal of an amazing participant.” “
With inputs from TheIndianEXPRESS
