Robust chance that in future Pakistan hockey could also be run via a governing board mannequin just like that of PCB
Pakistan hockey group gamers rejoice after scoring throughout their emphatic 7-2 win over Malaysia within the Sultan of Johor Cup match held in Johor Bahru on Saturday. Photograph: X
LAHORE:
The Pakistan Hockey Federation (PHF) has eliminated former Olympians from administrative administration, appointing technocrats to its key positions in a bid to professionalise the game.
At the moment, Mohiyuddin Wani is dealing with PHF issues in an advert hoc capability as president. He has delegated the tasks of secretary common to Brigadier (retd) Akmal Aziz. The put up of treasurer has been stuffed by Captain (retd) Farukh Atiq Khan, who has additionally been appointed head of the Pakistan hockey group travelling to Egypt for the World Cup qualifier.
In accordance with sources, there’s a robust chance that Pakistan hockey could also be run sooner or later via a governing board mannequin just like that of the Pakistan Cricket Board.
Officers famous that former Olympians struggled with managing administrative affairs. Conflicts amongst former heroes, private pursuits, alleged corruption, politicisation of the game, and choices made outdoors benefit have all contributed to the decline of Pakistan hockey.
Following these challenges, the PHF has launched knowledgeable governance mannequin for the primary time. An Adhoc Governance and Administration Committee has been fashioned to supervise the federation’s administration, whereas a Skilled Growth Committee, co-chaired by Olympians Hassan Sardar and Islahuddin, will handle technical issues corresponding to nationwide group choice, specialised coaching, and setting benchmarks for coaches and gamers.
“The reforms mirror our dedication to transparency {and professional} benefit,” a PHF spokesperson mentioned. “By involving technical consultants and skilled professionals, we intention to revive Pakistan hockey to its former prominence.” Solely gamers with direct expertise of the game might be employed for managing hockey grounds, whereas different key areas might be dealt with by professionals.
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As a part of the restructuring, the PHF has separated company governance, advertising, and useful resource mobilisation from technical hockey operations to make sure specialised oversight. The newly appointed committee members are as follows, Captain Farrukh Atique will deal with Human Assets and Finance; Shakeel Shah (Member Customs) will oversee Departmental Coordination and Outreach; Amir Ibrahim, Chief Government Officer of Jazz, will lead Company and Advertising and marketing Assist; Ghulam Ali Mallah, Government Director of Inter Board Coordination Fee (IBCC), will handle College and Faculty Sports activities Promotion; and Brigadier (retd) Akmal Aziz might be accountable for Providers and Institutional Coordination.
The restructuring comes within the wake of Pakistan’s hockey chief, Tariq Bugti resigning from his put up on February 19, a day after the prime minister ordered an inquiry right into a shambolic tour of Australia that noticed the nationwide group scrubbing dishes in a visitor home, a standoff between the nationwide squad and group administration solid a shadow over Pakistan’s preparations for the upcoming World Cup Qualifiers.
Nevertheless, the controversy surrounding the teaching setup of the Pakistan hockey group was lastly resolved on Sunday, with the nationwide group set to depart for Egypt on February 24 to compete within the qualifiers below the supervision of newly appointed coaches.
