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Olympian Gurjit Kaur Inspires Next Gen at Surjit Hockey Academy

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• Olympian Gurjit Kaur Inspires Next Gen at Surjit Hockey Academy JALANDHAR, September 20 : The Surjit Hockey Academy was brimming with inspiration and excitement today as Olympian & Indian women's hockey team star Gurjit Kaur visited its grounds to mentor budding players. The visit provided a unique opportunity for young athletes to learn from one of the nation's finest. The event commenced with a warm welcome by Iqbal Singh Sandhu, CEO of the Surjit Hockey Academy. Sandhu formally welcomed the Olympian Gurjit Kaur and introduced her to the buddying players, setting the stage for an interactive and enriching session. Addressing the aspiring athletes, Gurjit Kaur emphasized the cornerstone values of a successful sports career: discipline, dedication, and hard work. The path to success is not easy; it requires immense sacrifice and unwavering focus, she stated, offering a sobering yet motivating perspective. She recounted her own remarkable journey from a small village to the grand Olympic stage, narrating the challenges she overcame to achieve her dreams. Her story served as a powerful testament to resilience and ambition. Gurjit Kaur remarked after the session that the eyes of buddying players were filled with the same dream I had years ago. It is our duty to guide and encourage them. The academies like Surjit Hockey Academy are the bedrock of Indian hockey and I am confident that we will see many future national players emerge from here, Gurjit Kaur added. The young players listened with rapt attention, eagerly absorbing every word of advice from their role model. The session evolved into an engaging Q&A where Gurjit fielded questions on a range of topics, from handling the pressure of high-stakes matches to perfecting technical skills and maintaining peak physical fitness. The visit concluded on a high note, leaving the academy's players and staff immensely motivated. The event not only provided valuable technical insights but also reinforced the belief that with determination and hard work, Olympic dreams are within reach. Photo Caption: Olympian Gurjit Kaur, Academy CEO Iqbal Singh Sandhu, coaches Pradeep Kaur, Bindu Sharma, Sita Devi, Naresh Kumar Nangal, Prof. Balwinder Singh (all coaches) with players.