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2025 | Sports Reap Mail | Volume 4 Number 2 29Victory in hockey is never handed over %u2014 it%u2019s earned through sweat, strategy, and unity. Our team didn%u2019t win because we were the most naturally gifted; we won because we never stopped pushing ourselves. Every practice, every drill, every ounce of effort added up. We communicated, trusted each other, and played not as individuals, but as one determined unit. While others relied on talent, we relied on heart. That%u2019s what drove us forward %u2014 and that%u2019s why we emerged victorious.Looking back on our journey to victory, it%u2019s clear that what set us apart wasn%u2019t just skill %u2014 it was our work ethic. We knew we had to earn every goal and defend every inch of the field. There were moments when things didn%u2019t go our way, but we never gave up. Instead, we dug deeper, learned from every setback, and supported each other until the final whistle. Winning wasn%u2019t just about scoring more %u2014 it was about giving more, and that%u2019s what we did. Their perseverance and effort paid off, showcasing the true SRMIST spirit. We commend the team on their well-deserved triumph, made possible by diligence and teamwork. This achievement inspires others to strive for similar success, reflecting the team%u2019s dedication to excellence.After countless hours of practice, relentless dedication, and an unbreakable team spirit, we finally emerged victorious in the tournament. Every match tested our skills, our resolve, and our ability to stay united under pressure. From diving for impossible saves to delivering precise spikes, we fought together point by point, never giving up, even when the odds were against us. This victory is a proud moment for SRMIST and a testament to their unwavering dedication.When talent doesn%u2019t work hard, hard work takes the win - that%u2019s exactly how our hockey team triumphedChampions don%u2019t wait for the perfect opportunity; they create itSRMIST Hockey Men%u2019s Team won Gold Medal in the State Level Tournament, organized by SSOS Hockey Academy at Sankari from May 16th to 18th 2025.