Thomas tichelman

Hockey India League: Ahead of the upcoming edition of the Hockey India League (HIL), UP Rudras have appointed Dutchman Paul van Ass as chief coach. The Lucknow-based franchise, owned by Yadu Sports, unveiled their new team's name and logo on Saturday.

The talismanic Dutchman, who recently guided the Netherlands women's team to Olympic glory, comes with an extensive and decorated resume as a hockey coach, having led both national teams and franchises to glory. With vast coaching experience and being no stranger to Indian hockey, Paul will work closely with Thomas Tichelman (Co-Coach) and Cedric D’Souza (Technical Director).

Paul van Ass, a veteran in the field of hockey, expressed his enthusiasm for stepping into the new coaching role. He explained how India possesses incredible hockey talent and how the HIL will provide tremendous opportunities for the growth of the sport as well as the players.