Former all-rounder Madan Lal has his fingers crossed before the start of the season. dleApple App accelerator turns a year old, teaches success to developers young and oldA solitary goal by Sonu propelled Chandigarh Hockey Academy to a 1-0 win over Government Model Senior Secondary School, Sector 18 and win the title in the girls’ category in the Chandigarh Junior State Hockey Championship played at Sector 42 Sports Complex earlier this week. When I was there, I got to know the team was uncomfortable. France wasn’t India’s first option as India headed into the home stretch of their preparations. Germany, England win; Poland routed in World Cup qualifiers. dleApple App accelerator turns a year old, teaches success to developers young and oldAs head of the DDCA’s Cricket Affairs Committee, Madan Lal had the task of appointing coaches, selectors, trainers and managers for the upcoming domestic season. He submitted his report to the sports ministry in which he has highlighted two key aspects. The veteran defender reminded the team of his scoring prowess by rising to meet a Toni Kroos free-kick and send a looping header beyond goalkeeper Tomas Vaclik. “But it wasn’t an ideal scenario so close to the championship,” the official said. On most days, they sparred among themselves while at times, they grappled with teenaged French wrestlers who trained at the club.