Sri Amritsar Sahib (Dawarka Nath Rana): The historic Maharaja Ranjit Singh Hockey Academy has officially been revived in Amritsar, bringing a wave of excitement among young hockey players across Punjab. The academy has restarted its training and selection process at the Khalsa College Senior Secondary School hockey ground.
The revival process began with a two-day selection trial where hockey players from different districts of Punjab participated. The goal was to identify talented players for the U-14, U-17, and U-19 teams under a structured and transparent selection system.
Transparent Selection Process Conducted Across Punjab
The Punjab Sports Department formed a committee that conducted the selection trials for the Maharaja Ranjit Singh Hockey Academy.
The committee ensured fair and transparent evaluation of all participating players.
The selection panel included several experienced sports personalities and Olympians. Olympian Randeep Singh (PPS), Olympian Shamsher Singh Attari (DSP PPS), Olympian Simranjit Singh (PCS), international player Bikramjit Singh Kaka, and Railway hockey coach Kuljit Singh Bamrah Baba supervised the trials.
Officials stated that the aim was to select deserving players purely on merit. They emphasized that transparency was the top priority during the entire selection process of the Maharaja Ranjit Singh Hockey Academy.
Maharaja Ranjit Singh Hockey Academy: Youth Selected for U-14, U-17, and U-19 Teams
After two days of rigorous trials, players were selected for three major age categories: U-14, U-17, and U-19. Coaches evaluated players based on fitness, skills, discipline, and game performance.
The selected players will now receive structured training under professional coaches. The academy aims to prepare them for national and international level competitions.
Sports officials believe that the Maharaja Ranjit Singh Hockey Academy will once again become a strong training center for hockey talent in Punjab.
Revival Brings Hope to Punjab Hockey Players
The revival of the academy after the COVID-19 break has brought happiness among young hockey players. Many players and coaches welcomed the decision and expressed hope for better opportunities in the future.
The academy was originally known for producing top-level players who represented India and Punjab in various competitions. Its reputation has remained strong over the years.
Officials said the revival of the Maharaja Ranjit Singh Hockey Academy will help revive hockey culture in the state and encourage more youth to join the sport.
Strong Legacy of Producing National-Level Players
The academy has a long history of producing talented athletes who have gone on to serve in prestigious positions. Many former players from the academy now work in IPS, PPS, PCS, Railways, Punjab Police, Electricity Board, and other government departments.
This legacy has made the academy one of the most respected hockey training institutions in India. The renewed focus on youth development is expected to strengthen this tradition further.
Presence of International Coaches and Sports Officials of Maharaja Ranjit Singh Hockey Academy
At the final stage of the selection process, several international players and senior coaches were present. Surjit Kaur, Harjeet Kaur, Gurbakhsh Singh Rimpa, Rupinder Singh, Simarjit Singh, Paramjit Singh, Prashan Singh (Railways), Jaswinder Singh (CISF), and Gurdeep Singh Bhateja actively participated in the evaluation process.
The selection committee members participated in the trials at the Maharaja Ranjit Singh Hockey Academy, which added credibility to the selection system and maintained high standards throughout the process.
Conclusion
The revival of the Maharaja Ranjit Singh Hockey Academy marks a new beginning for hockey in Punjab. With structured training, transparent selection, and expert coaching, the academy will once again produce future national and international players.
Sports enthusiasts believe this move will strengthen India’s hockey talent pipeline and restore Punjab’s strong legacy in the sport.
5 Key Points of Maharaja Ranjit Singh Hockey Academy:
- Maharaja Ranjit Singh Hockey Academy revived in Amritsar after COVID break.
- Transparent selection trials held for U-14, U-17, and U-19 players.
- Olympians and expert coaches supervised player selection.
- Academy has a strong legacy of producing national-level athletes.
- Revival brings major boost to hockey culture in Punjab.
