Hager hopeful of better performance of Kalinga Lancers

Bhubaneswar: Chief Coach of Kalinga Lancers Mark Hager on Saturday said he is hopeful of better performance of the team during the HIL matches scheduled to begin from January 18.

After arriving at the Bhubaneswar airport on Friday, Hager told media persons, “Winning the tournament is the No 1 priority. Hopefully Kalinga Lancers will do well in the tournament.”

Asked about any special plans for the team, he stated, “No special plan is yet. Practice matches will be held and aim will be to score many goals.”

Kalinga Lancers trainer David John and foreign player Mathew Wills also reached here along with Hager.