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Olympian Philippe Goldberg joins Soorma Hockey Club Men’s Team as Head Coach

New Delhi, Nov 7(UNI) Soorma Hockey Club announced the appointment of Olympian Philippe Goldberg of Belgium as the new Head Coach of the Men’s Team ahead of Hero Hockey India League Season 2. Joining him in the revamped coaching setup is Olympian Ignacio Ricardo Bergner of Argentina, who takes on the role of Analytical Coach. The club’s current Head Coach, Jeroen Baart, will transition into an Advisor role, continuing to contribute to team strategy and technical planning throughout the season.
With an impressive debut season, Soorma Hockey Club finished third in the league. They have retained most of their core players, keeping the heart of their team together. The squad welcomes Jeetpal, a young talent ready to make his mark, and Akashdeep Singh, whose experience and attacking ability promise to lift the team’s game to the next level.
Welcoming the new additions, Divyanshu Singh, CEO, JSW Sports, said, "We are thrilled to have Philippe and Ignacio join the Soorma Hockey Club family. Both bring world-class expertise and a shared passion for the high-intensity brand of hockey we aim to deliver. Philippe’s tactical acumen and leadership experience at the international level will play a key role in shaping the team’s growth. Ignacio’s analytical insights and data-driven approach will further strengthen our ability to prepare smarter and perform consistently. With Jeroen continuing as Advisor, we’re confident the team is well positioned for a strong season ahead."
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