Holland Elite Sports Agency is delighted to welcome the Sports Authority of India (SAI) Men’s U21 team back to the Netherlands for another exciting 12-day international hockey experience. Returning for their annual tour, the team once again brings top-level energy and ambition to Dutch turf. Interested in the tour from last year? Click here
The tour, taking place from November 17th to 28th, will be based in Soest, with friendly matches scheduled in Utrecht and a variety of training sessions and cultural activities throughout the week.
The team will stay at Stayokay Hostel Soest, located near their main training venue, MHC Soest. The team will be enjoying world-class training facilities at MHC Soest. The program also includes two friendly mathches:
• USHC Men 1 vs. SAI Men U21 – Monday, November 18th at Utrechtse Studenten Hockey Club
• MHC Fletiomare Men 1 vs. SAI Men U21 – Thursday, November 20th at MHC Fletiomare, Utrecht
Both matches will provide valuable international experience against strong Dutch opposition and will serve as great preparation for future competitions. In addition to these fixtures, the team will train almost daily at MHC Soest, combining morning and afternoon sessions to fine-tune tactics, teamwork, and game tempo. Rest and recovery are built into the schedule, ensuring the players perform at their best throughout the tour. Beyond the physical preparation, this tour represents an important step in each player’s journey as a developing international athlete. For some, it’s their first experience competing in Europe, a chance to test themselves against new styles of play and to grow both on and off the pitch. This tour offers the perfect opportunity for the players to grow together as a team, experience international hockey, and showcase the talent and potential of Indian hockey.
Beyond the pitch, the group will enjoy a day trip to Amsterdam, including an amazing canal cruise and time for sightseeing, offering all the players a genuine and memorable taste of Dutch culture and history.
As always, Holland Elite aims to combine top-level hockey with international exchange and cultural enrichment. This year’s visit continues a strong tradition of the SAI-Dutch collaboration in youth development, with both nations sharing a deep passion for hockey and a vision for nurturing the next generation of athletes.
About Sports Authority of India (SAI)
Established in 1984, the Sports Authority of India (SAI) is the nation’s leading institution for identifying, nurturing, and developing elite athletes. Operating under the Ministry of Youth Affairs and Sports, SAI manages a wide network of academies and high-performance centers that provide world-class coaching, sports science, and facilities across multiple disciplines from hockey and athletics to boxing and wrestling.
Through key programs such as the National Centres of Excellence (NCOE) and Khelo India, SAI offers structured pathways for young talent to reach international standards. Beyond training, it promotes sports education, research, and international collaboration, continuously raising India’s sporting profile worldwide. The upcoming Dutch tour represents yet another milestone in this journey, offering players invaluable international exposure, competitive experience, and a chance to represent India proudly on European soil.
With its unwavering commitment to excellence, SAI remains at the heart of India’s sporting success inspiring the next generation of athletes and driving national pride on the global stage.
Stay tuned for results, highlights, and photos from what promises to be another unforgettable chapter in the SAI Men U21 story! Make sure to follow our socials for all the latest updates, behind-the-scenes moments, and team highlights. You do not want to miss a thing!
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