Pune Secures Late Victory Against Thane in Ashmita Hockey League

Synopsis

On March 7, Pune faced tough competition before securing a narrow 1-0 victory over Thane in the Ashmita Hockey League. Mumbai Suburb and Nagpur also delivered strong performances, showcasing their talent on the opening day at the Major Dhyanchand Hockey Stadium.

Key Takeaways

Pune clinched a 1-0 win against Thane.
Mumbai Suburb defeated Nashik 5-0.
Nagpur triumphed over Sangli with a 4-0 score.
Yavatmal outperformed Raigad with a 6-1 victory.
The tournament was inaugurated by prominent sports figures.

Pune, March 7 (NationPress) The Pune district team faced challenges in securing full points, while Mumbai Suburb found their rhythm in the second half. Meanwhile, Nagpur and Yavatmal displayed impressive scoring abilities on the inaugural day of the Sub-Junior Category at the Ashmita Hockey State League, held at the Major Dhyanchand Hockey Stadium, Nehrunagar-Pimpri, on Friday.

In the concluding match of the day, Pune triumphed over Thane with a narrow 1-0 scoreline in Group A. The decisive goal was netted by Parnavi Kanse (47’) who skillfully scored from close range, following a goalless first half.

Earlier, in a mid-afternoon showdown in Group A, Mumbai Suburb dominated Nashik with a convincing 5-0 victory, largely thanks to a brace from Arya Jadhav (34' & 56'). Additional goals came from Yukti Dabho (39'), Tanaysha Machado (56'), and a last-minute effort by Nirja Redkar (60').

Later, Nagpur secured a definitive 4-0 win against Sangli in Group B. The goals were scored by Palak Veware (10’, 36’), Shirawani Tulankar (32’), and Maitree Thakare (50’) from a penalty corner.

The day started with Yavatmal overpowering Raigad with a 6-1 score in a one-sided affair. Yavatmal enjoyed a second-half hat-trick from Samiksha Kursange (23’, 46’, 59’), leading 4-0 at halftime. Harshada Pandhare (3’) kicked off the scoring, with additional goals from Shreya Rajankar (5’, 18’). Raigad managed to score through their captain, Shreya Patil (45’).

The tournament was officially launched by Army Sports Institute Col. Vikram Singh Jamwal and M.D ARaymond India Manish Padharia. Notable attendees included Krishna Prakash, IPS, ADG, Force One Maharashtra Police, Manoj V Bhore, Sr Vice President Hockey Maharashtra, and Manish Anand, General Secretary Hockey Maharashtra, along with Olympians Ajit Lakhra, Vikram Pillay, Rahul Singh, and Sister Laila, Principal of St Annes High School.