By- Divyanshi Sinha
The 16th Hockey India Sub Junior Men National Championship 2026 Division B kicked off in Rajgir, Bihar (April 1-12), showcasing under-17 talent with Uttaranchal dominating Pool A (23-6 goal tally over two wins). Delhi Hockey crushed foes 7-2 vs Telangana and others, while Karnataka notched 5-0 Pool B shutouts top scorers include Uttaranchal's 25 goals (21 FG).
Chhattisgarh drew 2-2 with hosts Bihar, signaling upsets ahead. Standings: Uttaranchal (6 pts), Delhi (6 pts), Telangana (3 pts). This grassroots event feeds India's Olympic pipeline post-Paris bronze, with scouts eyeing PR Sreejesh successors amid 2026 Asian Games prep.
Nationwide, Hockey India League resumes in Chennai-Ranchi-Bhubaneswar, blending pro action. For content creators, film Bihar pitch-side: Youth drills, goal cams, parent interviews—pair with Mumbai hockey academy spots for local angle.
