Uttam Singh is an accomplished Indian field hockey player. |
He took on the role of captain for the Indian junior men’s hockey team in 2022. |
India emerged victorious in the Sultan of Johor Cup 2022 and the Men’s Junior Asia Cup Hockey 2023 under his leadership. |
Uttam Singh began playing hockey at the age of ten in Karampur village, Ghazipur. |
He was mentored by Thakur Tej Bahadur Singh, the supervisor of his training facility. |
The Karampur Hockey Stadium was established in September 2022, replacing his initial training site. |
Uttam Singh honed his skills at the Sports Authority of India Centre (SAI), Lucknow. |
His father, a former aspiring hockey player, supported Uttam's dream despite facing financial challenges. |
Growing up, Uttam belonged to a low-income family which struggled to afford basic amenities. |
He debuted internationally in the Men’s FIH Hockey Junior World Cup campaign in 2021, where India finished fourth. |
Uttam Singh was recognized as the Rising Player of the Tournament at the Hero Asia Cup 2022. |
In the Sultan of Johor Cup finals, he played a crucial role in India's victory over Australia. |
At the Men’s Junior Asia Cup hockey tournament in 2023, Uttam Singh was named Player of the Match in the final against Pakistan. |
Raj Kumar Pal, a senior hockey player, assisted him in improving his game techniques. |
His speed and agility make him stand out as a forward in hockey. |
Uttam Singh draws inspiration from PR Sreejesh and Manpreet Singh, both esteemed hockey players. |
India's triumph in the Sultan of Johor Cup 2022 was led by Uttam Singh. |
Unfortunately, he had to withdraw from the Indian Junior Hockey Team due to an injury in 2023. |
His experience as a captain has greatly influenced his growth in the sport. |