Anything to delve into the labyrinth of Indian hockey in terms of recapturing its glory and agony in international arena is an emotional strain. It's an admixture of delight and despair, of triumphs and tragedies and of course, a saga of enduring faith even in face of persistent fiascos. Eight gold, two silver and one bronze medal in Olympic Games is a fascinating record indeed! Yet the mood in over the last three-and-a-half decades has been one of depression.
But then who to blame? Players? Coaches? Selectors? Hockey India or Indian Hockey Federation? Or the government that sees nothing wrong with the way Indian hockey is run, and the public money is wasted?
Or, the Indian public who refuse to awaken despite one of their heritage is being systematically plundered by thieves and masquerades?
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its hockey.........although hockey is India's nation sport,cricket is more popular in India hockey in India is administered by Indian Hockey Federation
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Hockey not Ice-Hockey
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Bengal Hockey Association...
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