December 27th 2024.
In an exciting announcement, Soorma Hockey Club has declared that double Olympic bronze medallist, Harmanpreet Singh, will be leading the team for the upcoming season of the Hockey India League. The much-awaited tournament will begin on December 28 in Rourkela, and Harmanpreet is thrilled to take on the role of captain for the Punjab and Haryana-based franchise.
As an Arjuna awardee and two-time FIH Best Player of the Year, Harmanpreet expressed his eagerness to represent the region that holds a special place in his heart. "It's a privilege and an honour," said the ace drag-flicker. He also shared his excitement about the team's preparation and camaraderie, following a successful pre-season camp at the Tau Devi Lal Stadium in Chandigarh.
Harmanpreet highlighted the strong bond between his teammates, many of whom have played together for years. The team is also boosted by the addition of some promising young talents and experienced international players. Their goal is clear - to bring home the trophy.
Jeroen Baart, the head coach of Soorma Hockey Club, praised Harmanpreet's leadership qualities. "With his experience as the Indian Men's Hockey Team captain, his ability to stay calm under pressure, and the respect he commands from both Indian and foreign players, Harmanpreet is the perfect choice to lead the team. We can't wait to see him guide the team this season," he remarked.
The team's lineup is nothing short of impressive, with Indian stars like Vivek Sagar Prasad, Gurjant Singh, Maninder Singh, Sunit Lakra, and Mohit HS. They are also joined by international talents such as Australian drag-flicker Jeremy Hayward, Belgium's Nicolas Poncelet and Victor Wegnez, Olympic gold medal-winning goalkeeper Vincent Vanasch, Dutch striker Boris Burkhardt, and Argentine midfielder Nicolas Della Torre.
Soorma Hockey Club's inaugural campaign will kick off on December 29 against Tamil Nadu Dragons at the Birsa Munda Hockey Stadium in Rourkela. With such a strong team and an exceptional leader in Harmanpreet, the club is ready to make their mark in the Hockey India League.
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