Rourkela, May 2 (UNI) Birsa Munda Hockey Stadium, the largest seated outdoor hockey stadium in the world will host two prestigious events- the 13th Hockey India Sub Junior Women National Championship 2023 and 13th Hockey India Sub Junior Men National Championship 2023.
While the 13th Hockey India Sub Junior Women National Championship 2023 will be held from May 4 to May 18, the 13th Hockey India Sub Junior Men National Championship 2023 will be played from may 18 to May 28 next.
The stadium hosted the FIH Odisha Hockey Men's World Cup 2023 Bhubaneswar-Rourkela and FIH Hockey Men’s Pro League 2022-2023.
The tournament will provide the players with a chance to compete with some of the best players from across the country in their age group, gain invaluable experience and imitate the exploits of their heroes.
President of Hockey India, Padma Shri, Dilip Trikey while welcoming the teams to Rourkela with great pride said, “As we gather in Rourkela for the 13th Hockey India Sub Junior Women and Men National Championships, I am reminded of the city's rich history in promoting the sport of hockey.”
He further said, “We saw during the World Cup and the Pro League how Rourkela is always a great venue for hockey, and I am confident that this tournament will be no different.”
Ahead of the historic event, Sports and Youth Services Secretary, Vineel Krishna also welcomed the teams to Odisha.
He said, “We are thrilled to welcome the teams to Odisha and are proud to host the 13th Hockey India Sub Junior Women and Men National Championships at Birsa Munda Hockey Stadium in Rourkela. This reflects our commitment to providing our young athletes with world-class infrastructure and empowering them to reach their full potential.”
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