Undefeated Pune, Satara, and Mumbai Reach Junior Semifinals at Asmita Hockey State League
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Synopsis
On March 12, Pune and Satara advanced to the semifinals of the Junior Category with perfect records in the Asmita Hockey State League. They were joined by Kolhapur and Mumbai City, which also performed impressively during the matches held at the Major Dhyanchand Hockey Stadium.
Key Takeaways
- Pune and Satara dominate their groups with all wins.
- Mumbai City secures semifinal spot with two wins.
- High-scoring matches including a 15-0 victory by Pune.
- Kolhapur and Nagpur play to a thrilling 4-4 draw.
- Top individual performances highlighted throughout the matches.
Pune, March 12 (NationPress) - Both Pune and Satara clinched their spots in the semifinals of the Junior Category, achieving a perfect record (9 points) in their respective groups during the Asmita Hockey State League held at the Major Dhyanchand Hockey Stadium, Nehrunagar-Pimpri, on Wednesday. Joining them in the semifinals are Kolhapur (4 points) and Mumbai City (6 points).
On Day 6, Pune showcased dominance in Group B, overpowering Ahmednagar with a staggering 15-0 scoreline. The scoring spree was led by Tanushree Kadu with four goals (2’, 22’, 43’, 49’), followed by Sanika Mane with three goals (4’, 7’, 52’) and Sanjana Khetawat contributing three as well (6’, 13’, 14’). Other contributors included Siddhi Gawali (30’), Sayama Tamboli (39’), a double by Sneha Bendre (45’, 51’), and a goal from Sukanya Daware (59’).
Mumbai City also had a remarkable performance, defeating Jalgaon 9-0, which secured their qualification with six points (2 wins, 1 loss). Key players included Roshani Patel and Trisha Guntuk, each netting three goals, alongside Riya Gupta (11', 55') and Wilona Rodrigues (58').
In another match in Group A, Satara triumphed over Aurangabad 2-1, with goals from Shruti Bhosale (11' - p.c) and Anuradha Thombre (34' - p.c), while Aurangabad managed to score through Vaishnavi Pandhare (36' - p.c).
In a thrilling encounter, Kolhapur and Nagpur ended in a 4-4 draw. Kolhapur’s standout was Sanika Chirmure with three goals (24’, 37’, 54’), while Bhakti Gaddi added one. Nagpur responded with Yashasvi Kubde scoring twice (35’, 44’) and contributions from Purva Dhandare (16’) and Jyutika Bodkhe (29’).
RESULTS (Day 6)
Junior's section:
Group-B: Pune: 15 (Tanushree Kadu 2’, 22’, 43’, 49’; Sanika Mane 4’, 7’, 52’; Sanjana Khetawat 6’, 13’, 14’; Siddhi Gawali 30’; Sayama Tamboli 39’; Sneha Bendre 45’, 51’; Sukanya Daware 59’) bt Ahmednagar: 0
Group-A: Kolhapur: 4 (Sanika Chirmure 24’, 54’, 37’; Bhakti Gaddi 25’) bt Nagpur: 4 (Purva Dhandare 16’; Jyutika Bodkhe 29’; Yashasvi Kubde 35’, 44’). HT: 2-2
Group-A: Satara: 2 (Shruti Bhosale 11' - p.c; Anuradha Thombre 34' - p.c) bt Aurangabad: 1 (Vaishnavi Pandhare 36' - p.c). HT:1-0
Group-B: Mumbai City: 9 (Roshani Patel 4', 8', 23'; Trisha Guntuk 14', 15', 57'; Riya Gupta 11', 55'; Wilona Rodrigues 58') bt Jalgaon: 0. HT: 6-0
