Former national hockey coach Sarjit Singh dies

Malaysian hockey has lost a significant figure with the passing of former national player and head coach Sarjit Singh at the age of 63. He died at the Hospital Canselor Tuanku Muhriz Universiti Kebangsaan Malaysia (UKM) on Tuesday night following health complications.

Sarjit Singh was remembered not only as one of Malaysia's finest players but also for his crucial role in developing the sport after transitioning to coaching. He represented Malaysia at the 1984 Los Angeles and 1992 Barcelona Olympic Games. He also contributed to the team's success, helping them secure bronze medals at the Asian Games in New Delhi in 1982 and Beijing in 1990.

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Our heartfelt condolences to the family and loved ones, may they be granted strength, fortitude, and peace in facing this difficult time.

The Malaysian Hockey Confederation (KHM) extended its deepest condolences to Sarjit Singh's family and loved ones, praying for their strength and peace during this difficult time. "Our heartfelt condolences to the family and loved ones, may they be granted strength, fortitude, and peace in facing this difficult time," the KHM stated.

The confederation acknowledged Sarjit's dedication, service, and contributions to Malaysian hockey, both as a player and a coach. In his coaching career, Sarjit first managed the national squad from 2007 to 2008 before returning as head coach from March 2024 to March 2026. In his most recent tenure, he guided Malaysia to a fourth-place finish at the World Cup Qualifiers in Ismailia, Egypt, last March.

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KHM will always remember the dedication, service, and contribution of the deceased to the development of Malaysian hockey, both as a player and a coach.