Hockey Ri-Bhoi (HRB) in collaboration with Mahatma Gandhi University organised the Second Phase Hockey Outreach Programme under HOPES – Hockey Outreach Programme for Empowering Sports today at Mahatma Gandhi University. A large number of students, parents and teaching faculty participated in the programme.
The programme was attended by Smt. Wanrishisha Pde, Secretary & Executive Officer, Hockey Ri-Bhoi, Shri Lumboklang Malai, Organising Secretary & Spokesperson, Hockey Ri-Bhoi and Shri Soniland Malai, Joint Secretary, Hockey Ri-Bhoi.
The programme was graced by Dr. (Prof.) S.O. Manjare, Vice-Chancellor, Mahatma Gandhi University, Meghalaya, as Chief Guest.
During the programme, the HOPES initiative was briefed thoroughly. It was highlighted that HOPES is a flagship programme conceptualised and initiated by Hockey Ri-Bhoi with a long-term vision for Ri-Bhoi District. Its primary objective is to promote hockey from grassroots to the highest level and to ensure that hockey brings pride to Ri-Bhoi and its people.
HOPES is not merely about sports; it is about creating hope, discipline, unity and opportunity among youth. It seeks to identify young talent at an early age, nurture them with proper coaching and guidance, and create a clear pathway to represent the District, State and Nation.
It was also highlighted that all interested students and youth may contact and register with the Association to be part of a strong Ri-Bhoi Hockey Team.