Upton appointed to boost India hockey team's mental game

The appointment: Paddy Upton was appointed mental health conditioning coach for the India men's hockey team on June 27, 2023. The appointment was made by the Hockey India, the governing body of hockey in India.

Upton's experience: Upton is a former South African cricketer who has worked as a mental conditioning coach for several teams, including the Indian cricket team from 2008 to 2011. He is also the author of the book "The Power of Positive Thinking in Sport".

Upton's role: Upton will work with the India men's hockey team to help them improve their mental toughness and resilience. He will also work with the team to help them manage stress and anxiety.

The Champions Trophy and Asian Games: Upton will work with the India men's hockey team during the upcoming Champions Trophy and Asian Games. The Champions Trophy is a major international hockey tournament that will be held in India in October 2023. The Asian Games are a multi-sport event that will be held in China in September 2023.