Sargodha Hockey Stadium

Sargodha Astroturf Hockey Stadium is a hockey stadium located in Sargodha, Punjab, Pakistan.[3] It is primarily used for hockey matches. It was established in 2013 and was inaugurated by then Minister of State for Water and Power Tasneem Ahmed Qureshi.[4]

Sargodha Astroturf Hockey Stadium
LocationSargodha, Punjab, Pakistan
OwnerGovernment of Pakistan
SurfaceAstroturf[1]
Opened2013[2]

Sargodha Hockey Stadium is home to Sargodha District Hockey Team and provides a reliable platform for youngsters.[5] The stadium is located on a walking distance from renowned Mela Mandi Ground.[6]


Tournaments

All Punjab Archery Championship 2019

All Punjab Archery Championship 2019 was held in Sargodha Astroturf Hockey Stadium. This championship was won by the team of Faisalabad Division. Sargodha Division team secured second position in the event. This event was organized by the Punjab Sports department. Then Commissioner of Sargodha Division, Zafar Iqbal was chief guest who gave away prizes among the players.[7]

All Punjab Archery Championship 2020

All Punjab Archery Championship 2020 is also expected to held in Sargodha Astroturf Hockey Stadium in August 2020.[8]

All Pakistan Benazir Shaheed Hockey Tournament

All Pakistan Benazir Shaheed Hockey Tournament 2013 was held in Sargodha Astroturf Hockey Stadium.[9]

Trials

Every year, trials are held at Sargodha Astroturf Hockey Stadium for the selection of district hockey team. The selected candidates are also able to participate in Inter District Hockey tournament.[10][11]

See also

References
  1. https://www.urdupoint.com/en/amp/sports/trials-for-hockey-team-selection-at-astroturf-539537.html
  2. https://nation.com.pk/11-Mar-2013/astroturf-stadium-opens-in-sargodha
  3. https://sportsboard.punjab.gov.pk/hockey_grounds_2019_20
  4. https://nation.com.pk/11-Mar-2013/astroturf-stadium-opens-in-sargodha
  5. https://www.urdupoint.com/en/sports/trials-for-hockey-team-selection-at-astroturf-539537.html
  6. https://maps.me/catalog/recreation/leisure-stadium/sargodha-hockey-stadium-9223372037287760059/
  7. https://www.thefreelibrary.com/Faisalabad+division+wins+All+Punjab+Archery+Tournament-a0580322139
  8. https://www.khilari.com.pk/events/archery/sargodha/punjab-cup-open-archery-championship-2020/465
  9. https://nation.com.pk/11-Mar-2013/astroturf-stadium-opens-in-sargodha
  10. https://www.urdupoint.com/en/amp/sports/trials-for-hockey-team-selection-at-astroturf-539537.html
  11. https://www.brecorder.com/2019/01/25/468939/trials-for-hockey-team-selection/

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