Need improvement in tackling, circle penetration, says Indian Men's Hockey Team defender Harmanpreet Singh

Bengaluru, March 13: Indian Men's Hockey Team Star defender Harmanpreet Singh has said India’s preparations are in full swing and their focus is currently on the first match they play on July 25 against New Zealand at the Tokyo Olympics.

The 24-year-old said that the Indian team is focussing on improving in certain areas during their training sessions. “We started this camp with a focus on certain areas that needed improvement, especially converting our attack from the 25-yard line to successful circle penetrations,” said Harmanpreet.

“Tackling is also another area that needs improvement. We have a good support system around us here at the Sports Authority of India campus and our focus is currently on the first match we will play on 25th July at the Tokyo Olympics against New Zealand,” he added.

Harmanpreet said that the side has two sessions, namely red and green. The team focuses on high-intensity practice in one session and the other session is focused on skill improvement. IANS

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