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Kollam Hockey
Memories of Hockey in Kollam District commence from pre-independence era. Anglo-Indians resided in Tangasseri introduced Hockey in Kollam. Their British ancestors of Anglo Indians played Hockey in Tangasseri Infant Jesus Anglo Indian High School Playground. Later after British left India in 1947, the Anglo-Indians remained in Tangasseri continued promoting Hockey in their area. Tangasseri is known as the home of Hockey in Kollam. The students of this School, later as a part of their higher education joined several Colleges in Kollam and spread this game. Subsequently several Schools and Clubs were formed and District Championships and State Championships were held since 1959 under State and District Hockey Associations.
Essential hockey skills
🏑 Ball Control (Dribbling)
- Ability to move the ball smoothly while running.
- Types include straight dribble, Indian dribble, and V-pull.
- Focus: keeping the ball close to the stick and maintaining control under pressure.
🎯 Passing
- Used to move the ball quickly between teammates.
- Push pass (most common, for short distances)
- Hit (for long passes)
- Slap pass
- Scoop pass (lifting the ball over obstacles)
💥 Hitting / Shooting
- Generating power and accuracy to score goals or clear the ball.
- Requires strong wrist and shoulder movement.
- Common techniques: forehand hit, reverse hit, and drag flick (used in penalty corners).
🧠 Positioning & Game Sense
- Knowing where to move depending on play situations.
- Understanding formations, marking opponents, and supporting teammates.
🚀 Tackling / Defense Skills
- Key defensive moves:
- Block tackle (stopping the ball directly)
- Poke tackle (using stick reach to intercept)
- Jab tackle (quick poke and retreat)
- Involves reading the opponent’s movement and staying low in stance.
⚡ Speed & Agility
- Hockey requires quick bursts of speed and direction changes.
- Footwork drills, ladder exercises, and cone drills help improve agility.
💪 Stamina & Strength
- Strong core and leg muscles are essential.
- Fitness training (running, squats, planks) improves endurance and shooting power.
🧤 Goalkeeping Skills (for Goalies)
- Reflexes, diving saves, clearing the ball safely.
- Strong anticipation and communication with defenders.
Executive members
Championships
Thrissur Vs Kollam | Highlights | Final | 10th Kerala Hockey Senior Men State Championship 2025!
Thrissur Vs Kollam | Highlights | Final | 10th Kerala Hockey Senior Men State Championship 2025!
കൊല്ലം വീണ്ടും ദേശീയ ഹോക്കി ചാംപ്യൻഷിപ്പിന് വേദിയാകുന്നു | Kollam National Hockey Championship
Kollam Hockey
Relive the brilliant performance of the Palakkad team at the 9th Kerala Hockey Junior Championship
Team pink grip forever 🫶🏼 #regrip #regripping #hockeystick
Kerala's first Hockey academy in Kollam
🏑ALL INDIA INTER SAI U-16 MEN HOCKEY CHAMPIONSHIP-2025 BANGALORE #sportsauthorityofindia #kheloindia
KOLLAM vs MALAPPURAM | SEMI FINAL | 10th Kerala Hockey Junior Men State Championship
𝐔𝐍𝐈𝐓𝐄𝐃 𝐊𝐎𝐋𝐋𝐀𝐌 𝐏𝐑𝐄𝐒𝐄𝐍𝐓𝐒||^🏑 𝟓'𝐒 𝐇𝐎𝐂𝐊𝐄𝐘 ||^𝐀𝐔𝐂𝐓𝐈𝐎𝐍 𝐓𝐎𝐔𝐑𝐍𝐀𝐌𝐄𝐍𝐓🏆||𝟐𝟔/𝟎𝟏/𝟐𝟎𝟐𝟓⚡||KOLLAM🏑❗