Sat Mar 08 17:17:19 UTC 2025: **Chennai Veterans Keep Hockey Spirit Alive on Old Warm-Up Pitch**

CHENNAI, March 8, 2025 – The Madras Veterans Hockey Club (MVHC) is set to hold its annual tournament on March 22nd at the Mayor Radhakrishnan hockey stadium in Egmore, utilizing a seldom-used warm-up pitch. This green astro turf pitch, once a vital pre-game space for major teams, now serves as a valuable, affordable training ground for veteran players.

For a nominal fee of ₹275, MVHC members, many of whom are past their prime, gather every Saturday for a 90-minute hockey session. The club, founded by 70-year-old Thomas Nathan, boasts notable members, including former Indian hockey captain Mohammed Riaz, though work commitments limit his participation. While membership has dwindled from 25 to 15-20 due to busy schedules, the upcoming tournament is expected to draw near full attendance. The event showcases the enduring passion for hockey among Chennai’s veteran players, highlighting the continued use of a once overlooked part of the stadium.

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