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Hockey India inducts R K Roy Hockey Academy as new Academy Member. Image- Hindustan Times
R K Roy Hockey Academy was on Tuesday inducted as a new member of the Hockey India family.
RK Roy Hockey Academy, located in Patna, Bihar, was founded by Abhishek Kumar and Arunima Roy, who are passionate about growing the game of hockey in their region.
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This new provision is expected to boost the growth of hockey in Bihar
The Academy is committed to promoting excellence in Indian hockey across various age groups, providing structured training programs, and providing opportunities for young athletes to develop their skills and compete at a high level.
This new provision is expected to boost the growth of hockey in Bihar, thereby contributing to the overall growth of the game in India.
Hockey India has 27 Permanent Members
With the induction of new members, Hockey India currently has 27 Permanent Members, 34 Associate Members, 52 Academy Members, and 2 Hockey India Members.
'this partnership will yield exceptional players'
Hockey India President Dilip Tirkey expressed his excitement over the addition of the new Academy member and said, "We are thrilled to welcome the R K Roy Hockey Academy into our family. Their commitment to nurturing young talent aligns perfectly with our vision of promoting hockey at the grassroots level. We are confident that this partnership will yield exceptional players who will make a mark in the national and international arenas."
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'We look forward to seeing the positive impact'
Hockey India General Secretary Bhola Nath Singh said, "The induction of the R K Roy Hockey Academy is a significant step towards strengthening the foundation of hockey in Bihar. The academy's dedication to excellence and structured approach to training young athletes is commendable. We look forward to seeing the positive impact they will have on the sport and the community."