Ladakh makes mixed debut in Sub-junior boys Inline hockey event - 61st National Roller Skating Championship

Chandigarh: Ladakh's sub-junior boys' inline hockey – a replica of ice hockey played on floor – squad embarked on their inaugural participation in the 61st National Roller Skating Championship, showcasing a blend of success and setback on the opening day held in Chandigarh.

In their debut league matches, the Ladakh boys faced a diverse spectrum of outcomes. Their first encounter witnessed a formidable challenge against Punjab, resulting in a 0-7 loss. Undeterred by this setback, the team rallied in their subsequent match, claiming a narrow victory against Telangana with a scoreline of 3-2.

Meanwhile, the roller hockey cadet boys' event showcased Tamil Nadu's dominance, triumphing in both league matches. Their victories included commanding performances against Kerala (3-0) and a closely contested win against Punjab (2-1).

The day's fixtures were filled with competitive clashes in the roller hockey cadet boys' category. Maharashtra emerged victorious over Telangana with a commendable 6-4 win, while Karnataka and Uttar Pradesh settled for a 2-2 draw.

Haryana's boys secured a hard-fought victory against Kerala 1-0.

Results:

Roller Hockey Cadet Boys: Punjab bt Andhra Pradesh 6-0; Tamil Nadu bt Kerala 3-0; Chandigarh bt Jammu Kashmir 4-0; Maharashtra bt Telengana 6-4; Karnataka draw Uttar Pradesh 2-2; Tamil Nadu bt Punjab 2-1; Haryana bt Kerala 1-0; Jammu Kashmir bt Karnataka 5-1.

Roller Hockey Cadet Girls: Punjab bt Chandigarh 10-0; Kerala bt Jammu Kashmir 7-1; Karnataka bt Andhra Pradesh 8-0; Haryana bt Tamil Nadu 4-0.

Roller Hockey Sub-junior Girls: Punjab draw Chandigarh 2-2; Tamil Nadu bt Maharashtra 7-1; Haryana bt Telengana 4-0; Karnataka bt Kerala 3-0; Punjab bt Jammu Kashmir 10-0.

Roller Hockey Sub-junior boys: Chandigarh bt Gujarat 17-0.

Inline hockey Cadet Boys: Punjab bt Karnataka 8-0; Chandigarh bt Andhra Pradesh 6-0; Haryana bt Telengana 6-0.

Inline hockey Cadet Girls: Punjab bt Andhra Pradesh 2-0; Tamil Nadu bt Chandigarh 4-0; Haryana bt Karnataka 1-0.

Inline hockey Sub-junior Boys: Punjab bt Ladakh 7-0; Chandigarh bt Tamil Nadu 1-0; Andhra Pradesh bt Maharashtra 10-0; Haryana bt Uttarakhand 9-0; Punjab bt Chandigarh 4-1; Ladakh bt Telengana 3-2; Andhra Pradesh bt Uttarakhand 15-0; Maharashtra bt Karnataka 3-0.