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Kannur Hockey
Kannur district is known as the cradle of hockey in Kerala. During the period of foreign rule, hockey was popular in Thalassery and Kannur centuries ago.
But in the 1972 Munich Olympics, hockey got a big growth in Kannur through Manuel Fredericks, a native of Kannur Barnassery, who won a bronze medal in hockey. Similarly in 1975 at the Thalassery Stadium After the organized national hockey tournament, hockey became popular among students and youth.
Essential hockey skills
🏑 Ball Control (Dribbling)
- Ability to move the ball smoothly while running.
- Types include straight dribble, Indian dribble, and V-pull.
- Focus: keeping the ball close to the stick and maintaining control under pressure.
🎯 Passing
- Used to move the ball quickly between teammates.
- Push pass (most common, for short distances)
- Hit (for long passes)
- Slap pass
- Scoop pass (lifting the ball over obstacles)
💥 Hitting / Shooting
- Generating power and accuracy to score goals or clear the ball.
- Requires strong wrist and shoulder movement.
- Common techniques: forehand hit, reverse hit, and drag flick (used in penalty corners).
🧠 Positioning & Game Sense
- Knowing where to move depending on play situations.
- Understanding formations, marking opponents, and supporting teammates.
🚀 Tackling / Defense Skills
- Key defensive moves:
- Block tackle (stopping the ball directly)
- Poke tackle (using stick reach to intercept)
- Jab tackle (quick poke and retreat)
- Involves reading the opponent’s movement and staying low in stance.
⚡ Speed & Agility
- Hockey requires quick bursts of speed and direction changes.
- Footwork drills, ladder exercises, and cone drills help improve agility.
💪 Stamina & Strength
- Strong core and leg muscles are essential.
- Fitness training (running, squats, planks) improves endurance and shooting power.
🧤 Goalkeeping Skills (for Goalies)
- Reflexes, diving saves, clearing the ball safely.
- Strong anticipation and communication with defenders.
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Championships
Kannur Vs Trivandrum | Highlights | 9th Kerala Hockey Senior Men State Championship
Kannur Vs Trivandrum | Highlights | 9th Kerala Hockey Senior Men State Championship
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Kannur Vs Ernakulam | Highlights | 9th Kerala Hockey Junior Boys State Championship | Pool Match
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KOLLAM vs KANNUR | GROUP MATCH | 10th Kerala Hockey Junior Men State Championship
KOLLAM vs KANNUR | GROUP MATCH | 10th Kerala Hockey Junior Men State ...
KANNUR vs KASARGOD | 10th Kerala Hockey Sub Junior Men State Championship
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Kannur Vs Alappuzha | Highlights | 9th Kerala Hockey Junior Boys State Championship | Pool Match
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SAI KOLLAM vs KANNUR | 10th Kerala Hockey Sub Junior Men State Championship
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