The Pakistan Hockey Federation (PHF) has appointed Samiullah Khan, popularly known as the ‘Flying Horse, as the Chief Selector of the national hockey team.
The appointment was made on the recommendation of the Professional Development Committee formed by PHF’s ad hoc president, Mohiuddin Wali. The committee includes legendary Olympians Hassan Sardar and Islahuddin Siddiqui.
The PHF has also unveiled a comprehensive roadmap for the development of the national sport.
The newly formed committee will have full authority over the selection process and training system of the national team.
According to the PHF, additional members of the committee will be appointed after consultation with the co-chairmen. To enhance transparency and improve governance within the organisation, the corporate governance and marketing departments have been separated from the technical hockey operations.
Aamir Ibrahim, who hails from Islamabad, has been appointed to the Corporate Governance Committee. Other members of the committee include Farrukh Atiq, Shakeel Shah, Ghulam Ali Mallah, and Akmal Aziz. The Hockey Federation believes that this new administrative structure will help restore the lost prestige of the national sport.
PHF appoints Olympian Khawaja Junaid as Head Coach
PHF has also announced the new team management and appointed Olympian Khawaja Junaid as the Head Coach of the national hockey team.
The players of the national team, along with the heads of the Team Management and Development Committees, met with the PHF’s Ad Hoc President, Mohiuddin Wani.
During the meeting, Mohiuddin Wani encouraged the players and urged them to focus solely on their performance and strive to bring glory to the country. He assured them that all possible facilities and support would be provided.
He further stated that the Federation would handle all off-field matters, take responsibility for its decisions, and provide necessary incentives to the players. He emphasised that no unnecessary pressure would be placed on them, and that the PHF would manage logistics, coordination, and other administrative affairs.
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