In a proactive move to prioritise athlete welfare, Hockey India has sent additional support staff—including a physiotherapist and a masseuse—to the ongoing Senior Men National Championship 2025 in Jhansi, Uttar Pradesh. The decision, taken last year, underscores Hockey India’s commitment to maintaining the physical readiness and performance of its national players.
This year’s Senior Men National Championship features an impressive 31 Indian men’s senior team players. Among the prominent names are Hardik Singh, Jarmanpreet Singh, Krishan B Pathak, Abhishek, Amit Rohidas, Sumit, Gurjant Singh, and Sanjay.
Recognising the high-intensity nature of the tournament and the workload on the Indian team players, Hockey India’s move ensures that players receive immediate medical attention and recovery support.
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Indian team coach, Craig Fulton, emphasised the importance of this initiative, saying, “With the FIH Pro League coming up next, it’s vital that our athletes are managed properly. Having proper assessments and treatments in place allows us to avoid unnecessary risks and helps players recover quickly if they pick up any niggles. This kind of support makes a huge difference in maintaining high performance across both domestic and international tournaments.”
Hockey India president, Dilip Tirkey, said, “The health and well-being of our players is paramount. With such a large number of national team players participating in the Senior Nationals, we felt it was our duty to provide the medical and recovery infrastructure they are accustomed to. This not only ensures their safety but also raises the standard of the competition. We are committed to supporting our athletes at every level.”
The 15th Hockey India Senior Men National Championship 2025 is currently underway from April 4 to April 15 at the iconic Major Dhyan Chand Hockey Stadium in Jhansi, Uttar Pradesh.