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Chandigarh [India], August 8: Roundglass Hockey Academy forward Gursewak Singh has earned a place in the Indian Junior Men’s squad for the Asian Hockey Federation’s Junior Asia Cup 2026, marking another important milestone in his developing hockey career.
The tournament is scheduled to take place in Moqi, China, from August 30 to September 13, with India among the leading teams preparing to compete for continental honours. Hockey India has selected an 18-member squad for the competition, with defender Anmol Ekka named captain. Hockey India’s official announcement also highlighted the squad’s balance, depth and preparation for the tournament.
For Gursewak Singh, the selection represents the latest stage of a steady journey through India’s junior national hockey system. The Roundglass Hockey Academy forward has built his reputation through strong domestic performances and increasing exposure at the international level.
Gursewak Singh Earns Another Major Opportunity
The selection of Gursewak Singh comes after several years of progression within the national junior setup.
He first gained significant recognition in 2024 when he was included in Hockey India’s 40-member core probable group for the Junior Men’s National Coaching Camp. That opportunity followed India’s European tour in May 2024, during which the junior team played against Belgium, Germany and Dutch club side Bredase Hockey Vereniging Push.
His inclusion in the national setup demonstrated the growing confidence in his abilities as a young forward.
Since then, his development has continued through domestic competitions and international exposure, eventually leading to his selection for the Junior Asia Cup squad.
Strong Performances at Roundglass Hockey Academy
A major part of Gursewak Singh’s development has taken place at Roundglass Hockey Academy.
The forward has been a key performer for the academy and has also taken on leadership responsibilities by captaining Roundglass teams in domestic competitions.
His performances have included an impressive four-goal display in the semi-final of the inaugural Hockey India Junior and Sub Junior Men Academy Championship in 2023.
His scoring ability has also been evident in subsequent competitions. Hockey India’s official records show that Gursewak scored twice for Roundglass Punjab Hockey Club Academy in the 2024 Junior Men Academy Championship final, where his team defeated Odisha Naval Tata Hockey High Performance Centre 8-3 to win the title.
These performances have helped establish him as one of the promising young forwards emerging from the academy system.
Belgium Tour Added Valuable International Experience
Before receiving his Junior Asia Cup call-up, Gursewak Singh earned another opportunity to represent India during the Junior Men’s Tour of Belgium in July 2026.
The exposure tour was held from July 5 to 18 and featured matches against Austria, Belgium, Germany and the Netherlands. Roundglass Hockey Academy had confirmed his selection for the tour earlier in July.
The tour provided India’s young players with valuable experience against strong European opposition.
For Gursewak, playing against international teams offered an opportunity to further understand the speed, physicality and tactical demands of high-level hockey.
Such exposure can be particularly valuable for young players preparing to compete at continental and international tournaments.
Gursewak Singh’s Rise Through Indian Junior Hockey
The journey of Gursewak Singh reflects the importance of structured development pathways in Indian hockey.
His progression can broadly be traced through several stages:
- Domestic academy performances – Establishing himself as a promising forward at Roundglass Hockey Academy.
- National recognition in 2024 – Entering Hockey India’s 40-member core probable group.
- International exposure – Playing on European tours and gaining experience against quality opposition.
- Belgium Tour 2026 – Representing the Indian Junior Men’s team against Austria, Belgium, Germany and the Netherlands.
- Junior Asia Cup 2026 selection – Earning a place in India’s 18-member squad for the continental tournament.
This progression highlights the consistent development that has taken place over the past few seasons.
Junior Asia Cup 2026: A Big Stage for Young Players
The Junior Asia Cup is an important competition in the Asian hockey calendar. It brings together leading junior teams from across the continent and provides young players with an opportunity to compete at a high level.
For Gursewak Singh, the tournament in Moqi will offer another chance to test his abilities against some of Asia’s best emerging hockey talent.
The competition can also serve as an important stepping stone toward senior international hockey.
Strong performances at the junior level can help players gain greater visibility within the national setup and prepare them for future senior-team opportunities.
India Prepares for Junior Asia Cup
India will enter the tournament with ambitions of making a strong impression in China.
The selection of an 18-member squad reflects Hockey India’s efforts to identify and develop players capable of representing the country at future international competitions.
The team’s preparation has included international exposure, including the recent Belgium tour, where the junior side faced Austria, Belgium, Germany and the Netherlands.
For players such as Gursewak Singh, these matches provide an opportunity to gain experience before facing Asian opposition in a competitive tournament environment.
What Gursewak Singh Can Bring to the Team
As a forward, Gursewak Singh will be expected to contribute to India’s attacking play.
His experience with Roundglass Hockey Academy has given him opportunities to play in competitive domestic environments, while his national-team exposure has helped him understand the demands of international hockey.
His scoring record at academy level demonstrates his ability to contribute in the attacking third. His two goals in the 2024 Junior Men Academy Championship final were part of Roundglass’s 8-3 victory and highlighted his finishing ability.
The Junior Asia Cup will now provide a much bigger stage on which to showcase those qualities.
Roundglass Hockey Academy’s Contribution
The selection also highlights the role played by Roundglass Hockey Academy in developing young hockey talent.
Gursewak’s journey is one example of how academy-level competition can provide players with a pathway toward national representation.
Roundglass has continued to feature prominently in youth hockey, and its official records show Gursewak’s selection for the 2026 European tour as part of the academy’s ongoing contribution to India’s junior setup.
For the academy, his Junior Asia Cup selection represents another positive outcome from its player-development programme.
A New Chapter in Gursewak Singh’s Career
The Junior Asia Cup selection represents more than just another tournament opportunity for Gursewak Singh. It is a significant step in his progression from academy hockey to the international junior stage.
Having already experienced European competition, domestic academy success and national junior camps, he now has the opportunity to perform at one of Asia’s key junior hockey tournaments.
The tournament could provide valuable lessons regardless of the final result. Competing against strong teams will help him gain experience, improve his game and understand the demands of international hockey.
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