August 14th 2024.
Hockey India recently made a significant announcement that has left hockey fans around the country emotional. The organization has decided to retire the iconic No.16 jersey, which was proudly worn by the legendary goalkeeper P.R. Sreejesh. This decision comes after Sreejesh's retirement from the sport, where he played a crucial role in securing India's second consecutive Olympic bronze at the Paris Games.
In a ceremony held to honor Sreejesh's contributions to Indian hockey, Hockey India's Secretary General, Bhola Nath Singh, declared the retirement of the No. 16 jersey. At the age of 36, Sreejesh has been appointed as the coach for the junior national team. He will now take on the responsibility of nurturing the next generation of Indian goalkeepers.
During a press conference, Singh shared, "The No. 16 jersey will remain with the junior team, and Sreejesh will groom the next Sreejesh who will proudly don that jersey." This decision only goes to show the immense impact Sreejesh has had on the sport and the deep respect he has earned from his peers and fans alike.
The recently concluded Paris 2024 Olympics witnessed the Indian team putting up a spectacular show of hockey. They stunned the world with their performance, defeating Australia by 3-2 in a thrilling match. Another highlight of their journey was the nail-biting game against Great Britain, where they bravely defended with a man down for over 40 minutes. Thanks to Sreejesh's heroics, they managed to win the match with a score of 4-2 in the penalty shootouts.
To honor Sreejesh's achievements and contributions to Indian hockey, Hockey India has organized a felicitation ceremony, which will take place on Wednesday. It will be a fitting tribute to the legend who has inspired and mentored countless young players, and now, he will continue to do so in his new role as the coach for the junior national team. The retirement of his jersey may mark the end of an era, but it also symbolizes the beginning of a new chapter in Indian hockey, with Sreejesh leading the way.
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