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DPS Six a side Tournament (5/1/2007)
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To popularize hockey at the school level, - Indian Hockey Federation today announced India's first six a side hockey tournament for schools. Sponsored by Asia's largest Book showroom, Delhi Book Store, the cup is officially christened as DBS Cup. Since this is a pilot project, it will be played over two days, on May 3rd and 4th 2007 at Delhi Public School, R K Puram.

The objective of this unique event is to promote hockey at school level and introduce 'fun element' in hockey to school kids. To make the session interesting, some suggestions from FIH, has been incorporated. The games will be played for a duration of 20 minutes, each half consisting of ten minutes. Mr Kukoo Walia, International Hockey Umpire, would be tournament director.

A special two day Hockey clinic and interactive session by Indian ace goal keeper – Mr Adrian D'souza will be conducted at the venue.

Speaking on the occasion, Mr. KPS Gill, President of Indian Hockey Federation said. "IHF is happy to associate with this unique project aimed at creating interest at the school level. We recognize this tournament and provide our full support for its success". Mr Vijay Ahuja, Director of Delhi Book Store said, "Hockey draws an emotional connect with Indians across the globe and this is our endavour to spread awareness about the wonderful game which had bought laurels to India".

The entire project is created and conceptulised by SCORE, Indias first sports development company.

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