Indian woman hockey player Salima Tete appointed AHF Athletes Ambassador

Tete, the midfielder for India’s national women’s hockey team, has been appointed as the AHF Athletes Ambassador for India for a two-year term starting on March 25. She accepted the certificate and position at the Asian Hockey Federation (AHF) Congress in Mungyeong, Korea.

Tete, who led the Indian women’s junior hockey team to a fourth-place finish at the 2021 FIH Women’s Junior World Cup in South Africa, is one of four players from Asia to be appointed to this role.

As the AHF Athletes Ambassador, Tete, along with other selected athletes from Asia, will play a leadership role in representing, developing, and advocating for athletes internationally.

She will also work to promote awareness about athletes’ rights and welfare within the region.

Tete expressed her gratitude for being selected as one of the AHF Athletes Ambassadors and stated that she hopes to make a positive impact on athletes’ lives in the region.

Dilip Tirkey, the President of Hockey India, also congratulated Tete and expressed confidence in her ability to contribute to the betterment of the sport and make a positive impact globally.