Mervyn Fernandis
Indian field hockey player
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| Born | (1959-04-12) 12 April 1959 (age 65) Ambernath | |||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||
| Height | 5 ft 7 in (170 cm) | |||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||
| Playing position | Inside Right | |||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||
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Mervyn Fernandis (born 12 April 1959) is a former Indian hockey player. Mervyn played for the famous Indian Airlines hockey team in the 1970s.[1] His name become synonymous with Indian hockey. He was a consistent performer for the Indian team. Mervyn with his body-serve and excellent finish was an exceptional forward. He was part of the Indian hockey team that won the gold medal in 1980 Summer Olympics at Moscow.[2] His father, Mr Joe Fernandes was the coach in P.M.M Inner wheel school (Ambernath)for a very long period of time before retiring few years ago due to old age.
References
External links
- Merwyn Fernandes at Olympedia
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India squad – 1978 Asian Games – Silver medal | ||
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India squad – 1980 Summer Olympics – Gold medal (8th Title) | ||
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India squad – 1982 Asian Games – Silver medal | ||
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India squad – 1982 Champions Trophy – 3rd place | ||
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India squad – 1984 Summer Olympics – 5th place | ||
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India squad – 1988 Summer Olympics – 6th place | ||
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