Champions Hockey League Marks 10th Anniversary

The Champions Hockey League (CHL) is set to celebrate its tenth anniversary in the 2024-25 season, with notable changes in leadership and a streamlined board designed to enhance agility. The league maintains its competitive format with 24 teams, featuring draws against various European clubs, including strong Finnish contenders. In women's hockey, Agnès Vautier stands out as a historic figure, leading her team to three consecutive championships from 1916 to 1918. Meanwhile, the Canadian soccer scene is experiencing mixed fortunes, with successes from both the Men's and Women's National Teams overshadowed by recent scandals and controversies. Bangladesh's U-21 national hockey team is gearing up for the Men's Junior Asia Cup, hoping to qualify for the Junior World Cup after a successful performance in the Junior AHF Cup. Additionally, India is focused on developing its hockey team for upcoming competitions, with plans for infrastructure improvements in Uttar Pradesh to support the sport.