New Delhi, July 24 (Representative) Hockey India on Wednesday launched their cutting-edge Athlete Management System (AMS), designed to revolutionize the management and development ofhockey talent across the nation. This innovative system will serve two primary purposes – Elite Athlete Tracking and Grassroots Talent Identification. For Elite Athlete Tracking, the AMS will monitor the progress of top-tier players, including all members of the four national teams. This will ensure that athletes receive personalized and data-driven support to enhance their performance and maintain their competitive edge.Also, the AMS will help in Grassroots Talent Identification by tracking players from their earliest involvement in hockey through all levels of competition – district, state, national, and international.
This will help identify and nurture emerging talent, ensuring a strong pipeline of skilled athletes forthe future.Hockey India’s AMS marks a significant milestone in the nation’s hockey development program. By leveraging advanced technology and data analytics, Hockey India aims to elevate the standards of athlete management and propel Indian hockey to new heights. Speaking on the same, Hockey India President Dr Dilip Tirkey said, “Hockey India’s new Athlete Management System represents a transformative step in how we support and develop our athletes. This state-of-the-art system will provide us with invaluable insights and tools to enhance player performance and identify future stars from the grassroots level.” Hockey India Secretary General Bhola Nath Singh added, “We are thrilled to implement the AMS, which underscores our commitment to excellence and innovation in Indian hockey.
By integrating advanced technology with our training programs, we are ensuring that our athletes receive thebest possible support throughout their careers.” Meanwhile, Indian Women’s Hockey Team Coach Harendra Singh also expressed his views on the AMS and stated, “The AMS will be a game-changer for us, allowing for more precise monitoring and tailored training programs. By leveraging this technology, we can closely track each athlete’s performance metrics and health data, enabling us to design personalized training and recovery plans. This will significantly benefit our athletes, especially in injury prevention and recovery, ensuring they remain in peak condition throughout the season. Moreover, educating our players is our prime motto, where we are imparting technology, science, and skills to have a holistic development of each athlete.”