Dhaka:The First Division Hockey League was officially opened by Chief of Air Staff and Bangladesh Hockey Federation President, Air Chief Marshal Hasan Mahmood Khan, at the Maulana Bhashani National Hockey Stadium.
According to Bangladesh Sangbad Sangstha, Air Chief Marshal Hasan Mahmood Khan expressed optimism regarding the regular organization of domestic hockey leagues and acknowledged the government's timely efforts to enhance the country's sports sector.
He encouraged hockey clubs and sponsors to support the continuity of domestic competitions and stressed the importance of fair play and discipline, urging players to uphold sporting values as he declared the league open.
The return of domestic league action was met with enthusiasm from players and hockey fans following a lengthy break.
The opening ceremony saw the attendance of senior officials from the Bangladesh Air Force, BHF officials, club representatives, and players.
A total of 11 clubs are competing in this year's league. The participating teams include Wari Club, Hockey Dhaka United, PWD SC, Combined SC, Mukta Bihanga Tarun Sangha, Bachelors SC, Farashganj SC, Shishu Kishore Sangha, Dhaka Wanderers, Rayer Bazar SC, and Dhaka Young Star Club.