We are proud to share the energy of our third Hockey Festival in Pune/PCMC, organised in close cooperation with ARaymond India and Nirman. With the presence of two Dutch national level hockey players, this latest festival marks another year of impact in our grassroots hockey journey in Maharashtra.
Building on the enthusiasm and progress over the past years, more than 400 young players came together for a day of sport and friendship. Throughout the day, the pitches were filled with energy and we witnessed their development of technical skills, but also confidence and teamwork, and, above all, enjoying the game.
This year’s festival was made even more special by the presence of two inspiring role models from the Netherlands: Jasper Brinkman and Sterre Bregman. As (inter)national level players of HC Bloemendaal, they shared their experiences, motivated the participants and joined them on the field and cheering from the stands. Their involvement underscored an important message: dreams in sport start at the grassroots level, and dedication, enjoyment and teamwork are the foundation for growth.
We extend our heartfelt thanks to ARaymond India for their continued trust and support as a key partner, and to Nirman for bringing structured sports opportunities to children across Pune/PCMC. Together, we are demonstrating how sport is a powerful tool for development.
The 3rd Pune/PCMC Hockey Festival was a celebration of growth, community and opportunity. We look forward to creating many more moments where young athletes can shine.
Visuals: photos by Memories in Scope (Jasper Brinkman), photos and video by Masala Productions (Prisha Thadani)