Tiruchirappalli, Sept. 25 -- Two young roller hockey players from Tiruchirappalli have been selected to represent India in the junior category at the 2026 World Skate Games, to be held in Asuncion, Paraguay, in South America, from October 2 to 18.

Visakan and Naseer Shabiyulla, who have been undergoing training at Hackers Sporting Club, Vadugapatti, have secured places in the Indian junior roller hockey team following selection trials held in Chandigarh.

More than 40 players, including several goalkeepers, participated in the selection trials. The Indian team comprises 12 players from different states.

The selection has brought recognition to Hackers Sporting Club, which has been training young roller hockey players in the region. Coac...