Garhwal Heroes FC explained

Clubname:Garhwal Heroes
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Fullname:Garhwal Heroes Football Club
Short Name:GHFC
Nickname:Garhwalis
Founded: (as Garhwal Heroes Football Club)[1]
Ground:Ambedkar Stadium
Jawaharlal Nehru Stadium
Capacity:35,000
60,254
Owner:Bhagwan Singh Negi
Mgrtitle:Head coach
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Garhwal Heroes Football Club (also known as Garhwal Football Club) is an Indian professional football club based in New Delhi.[2] The club lifted its first FD Senior Division league title in 1986, which became one of the most successful seasons in their history.[3] In 2010, Garhwal FC became the first Delhi based club to enter into the quarter final of Durand Cup, prestigious and oldest knockout football club tournament in India. They also competed in the I-League 2nd Division.[4] [5]

History

Foundation

Garhwal Heroes FC was initially set up by Kesar Singh Negi as a platform for young players of the Garhwali community to compete locally in Delhi. As the club gained popularity, it was formally registered with the Football Delhi (formerly Delhi Soccer Association)[6] in 1953. Since then, GHFC has regularly featured in the league championship organized by the Football Delhi (FD).[7] [8] One of the most memorable moments came in 1986, when GHFC were crowned the champions of the FD Senior Division. Unfortunately, the one and a half decades following the historic triumph saw GHFC beset by financial problems which resulted in the club being relegated to the A Division and then the B Division of the Delhi League. The club got a fresh lease of life when it was taken over by B. S. Negi and M. S. Patwal in 2001 following which the club gradually started its ascent once more. From the nadir of the B Division, the club gained promotion to A Division and then to the Senior Division in 2005. Since then, GHFC, backed by strong community support, has consistently delivered strong results in the Senior Division which culminated in reclaiming the lost glory by winning the FD Senior Division League once more in 2012–13.[9]

In order to keep raising the bar, GHFC now has ambitions to play the I-League 2nd Division from 2013–2014 onwards. Always a community and youth-oriented club, GHFC entered into a historic partnership in 2013 with Bhaichung Bhutia Football Schools – the largest and most reputed football youth development setup in India and Delhi-NCR.

Garhwal FC era (2013–present)

In 2013, GHFC also won the Delhi leg of the Manchester United Premier Cup, which is a nationwide U-16 club competition. As GHFC tries to attain sustainability of its operations, the partnership will strengthen the club's youth development and scouting network.

In 2013, GHFC was rechristened as Garhwal Football Club (GFC) in order to fulfill the AFC Club Licensing Criteria laid down by the All India Football Federation (AIFF) – a step that would enable GFC to compete in the I-League – the highest level of professional football in the country. GFC brought about a major restructuring drive that would make it a complete club ready for the next generation. In addition to becoming an independent commercial entity as mandated by AIFF, GFC also set up a highly organized youth development system and a professional management team. They provide a pathway for player development to Bhaichung Bhutia Football Schools. BBFS players will be able to further their football development by playing professionally. GFC finished runners up in All India Football Tournament in Pithoragarh, Uttarakhand.

In July 2021, Garhwal FC participated in the Delhi 2nd Division Qualifiers and moved through knockout stages from group A.[10] [11] [12] In August 2023, the club earned an I-League 3 spot to compete in the inaugural edition.[13] [14] [15]

Competitive seasons

2020 was Garhwal's one of the successful seasons when the club finished top of the 2019–20 2nd Division League Group A preliminary round[16] and entered into the 2020 I-League Qualifiers, where they finished at the bottom.[17]

Achievements

Apart from being champions of the Delhi League, other notable achievements in the past include winning the Delhi Women's League in 2011 and reaching the quarterfinals of the prestigious Durand Cup in 2010, beating the likes of Sporting Clube de Goa and JCT in the process.[18]

Tradition

Historically, the Garhwal Kingdom in the Garhwal Himalayas was established by King Kanak Pal by integrating the 52 forts or "Garhs" in the region at a time when these forts were owned by several warring chieftains. This helped the kingdom to unite and flourish despite the hardships posed by the unforgiving terrain and extreme weather conditions. Unity and bravery of the Garhwalis were also instrumental in helping the Kingdom to withstand multiple invasions – firstly from the Mughals and then from the Gorkhas. These values of fighting against all odds to survive and succeed formed the basis of the club's philosophy when it was set up. Thus, Unity, Bravery, Victory (Ekta, Shaurya, Vijay) became the guiding principles of the club. The goal of the club is to promote community welfare by achieving sporting success in the field of football on the basis these principles.

Since its inception, GFC has always been a community-oriented club with most of its roster being local players. It enjoys unparalleled support within Delhi and Uttarakhand with over 5000 fans celebrating its victory in the Delhi League in 2012–13.[19]

Club management

RoleName
Honorary president Bhagwan Singh Negi
Treasurer Magan Singh Negi
Director Kishor Gam Taid
Assistant director Anurag Khilnani
Honorary vice president Sukhpal Singh Negi
Honorary secretary Anil Kumar Negi

Other department

Youth team

Garhwal FC's U17 team competes in various regional and national youth tournaments, as well as Hero Youth League.[20] [21]

Women's team

Garhwal FC women's team participates in the FD Women's League, under the name Garhwal United FC.[22]

Honours

Domestic

Senior

Youth

Women's

See also

External links

Notes and References

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  2. Web site: Football Delhi 2nd Division League Qualifiers 2021: Fixtures, results, standings & more. 17 July 2021. Khel Now. 17 July 2021 . 17 July 2021. https://web.archive.org/web/20210717173244/https://khelnow.com/football/football-delhi-2nd-division-league-qualifiers-fixtures-results-standings. live.
  3. Web site: The history and the current status of football in Delhi. chaseyoursport.com. 4 October 2021. 29 April 2019. 8 November 2020. https://web.archive.org/web/20201108001951/https://www.chaseyoursport.com/Indian-Football/The-history-and-the-current-status-of-football-in-Delhi/685. live.
  4. Web site: Live Streaming I-League Qualifiers 2020 Garhwal FC vs Bhawanipore FC: When and Where to Watch on TV. New18.com. 15 February 2021. 17 April 2022. https://web.archive.org/web/20220417033951/https://www.news18.com/amp/news/sports/live-streaming-i-league-qualifiers-2020-garhwal-fc-vs-bhawanipore-fc-when-and-where-to-watch-on-tv-2962079.html. live.
  5. Web site: I-League 2nd Division: Garhwal FC ready to punch above its weight to gain promotion. Goal.com. 15 February 2021. 17 April 2022. https://web.archive.org/web/20220417033947/https://www.goal.com/en/news/i-league-2nd-division-garhwal-fc-indian-football/s0zb3573durw1pdg2csbs4q3z. live.
  6. Web site: Josh. Sumit. 8 May 2018. Football Delhi: A Complete Revival of The Game in The Capital. 11 December 2021. www.thequint.com. The Quint. https://web.archive.org/web/20211211074618/https://www.thequint.com/sports/football/football-delhi-a-complete-revival-of-the-game-in-the-capital. 11 December 2021. en.
  7. Web site: DSA Senior Division Open League begins Tuesday. https://archive.today/20130216065221/http://articles.timesofindia.indiatimes.com/2013-01-21/top-stories/36462157_1_ahbab-garhwal-heroes-air-force-new-delhi. dead. 16 February 2013. The Times of India. 26 January 2013.
  8. Web site: Football Delhi Senior Division League: All clubs. footballdelhi.com. 6 January 2022. https://web.archive.org/web/20211108022024/https://www.footballdelhi.com/division/all-clubs/. 8 November 2021.
  9. Web site: Garhwal Heroes to meet Goodwill in DSA senior division league final - Times of India. The Times of India. 6 January 2020. 15 March 2013. https://web.archive.org/web/20130315051727/http://timesofindia.indiatimes.com/sports/football/top-stories/Garhwal-Heroes-to-meet-Goodwill-in-DSA-senior-division-league-final/articleshow/18885368.cms. live.
  10. Web site: 2nd Division Qualifiers Delhi - Garwhal Heroes sign Ansumana Kromah. 17 July 2021 . 18 July 2021. 18 July 2021. https://web.archive.org/web/20210718085946/https://thefangarage.com/articles/18026-2nd-division-qualifiers-delhi--garwhal-heroes-sign-ansumana-kromah. live.
  11. Web site: Football Delhi 2nd Division League Qualifiers 2021: Fixtures, results, standings & more. 17 July 2021 . 17 July 2021. 17 July 2021. https://web.archive.org/web/20210717173244/https://khelnow.com/football/football-delhi-2nd-division-league-qualifiers-fixtures-results-standings. live.
  12. Web site: Delhi (DSA) Senior Division League. 17 July 2021. 2 November 2021. https://web.archive.org/web/20211102053854/https://theawayend.co/delhi-dsa-senior-division-league/. live.
  13. Web site: 2023-08-22 . Major AIFF Decisions: 15 Clubs Nominated In 3rd Division; Youth Quota In I League Teams . 2023-09-13 . thefangarage.com . 18 September 2023 . https://web.archive.org/web/20230918105857/https://thefangarage.com/articles/19829-major-aiff-decisions-15-clubs-nominated-in-3rd-division-youth-quota-in-i-league-teams .
  14. Web site: 2023-08-22 . AIFF League Committee: Youth quota for I-League, State FAs nominate 3rd Division League clubs . 2023-10-12 . The Away End . 8 November 2023 . https://web.archive.org/web/20231108050756/https://theawayend.co/2023/08/22/aiff-league-committee-youth-quota-i-league-state-fas-nominate-3rd-division-league-clubs/ .
  15. Web site: Flavio . Lopes . 25 September 2023 . TNN . Panaji . THIRD DIVISION: Dempo to play at home, Sporting away . 2023-09-25 . timesofindia.indiatimes.com . . 28 September 2023 . https://web.archive.org/web/20230928075342/https://timesofindia.indiatimes.com/city/goa/third-division-dempo-to-play-at-home-sporting-away/articleshow/103913923.cms .
  16. Due to the COVID-19 pandemic in India, a shorter format of the league was announced. Therefore, only the top 6 non-reserve clubs advanced to the Final Round.
  17. Web site: I-League Qualifiers 2020 FULL MATCH -- FC Bengaluru United beat Garhwal FC 1-0. thefangarage.com. 11 October 2020 . 15 February 2021. 17 April 2022. https://web.archive.org/web/20220417033952/https://thefangarage.com/articles/17667-i-league-qualifiers-2020-full-match--fc-bengaluru-united-beat-garhwal-fc-1-0. live.
  18. Web site: Garhwal Heroes stuns Sporting Clube de Goa. https://web.archive.org/web/20101102143019/http://www.hindu.com/2010/10/29/stories/2010102954722000.htm. 2 November 2010. www.thehindu.com. The Hindu. 9 September 2021. New Delhi.
  19. Web site: Footyshekkeer: Garhwal FC All set for I-League 2 . 25 January 2014 . https://web.archive.org/web/20140125150139/http://www.footyshekkeer.in/2014/01/garhwal-fc-gearing-up-for-i-league-2.html . 25 January 2014 . dead .
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  21. Web site: Quick starts, watertight defences and perfect records: A look ahead to the Hero U-17 Youth Cup final round. 18 January 2023. 28 January 2023. the-aiff.com. All India Football Federation. Vaibhav. Raghunandan. New Delhi. 22 January 2023. https://web.archive.org/web/20230122082038/https://www.the-aiff.com/article/quick-starts-watertight-defences-and-perfect-records-a-look-ahead-to-the-hero-u-17-youth-cup-final-round.
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  31. Web site: Football Delhi Women's Premier League Table — 2023–24. theawayend.co . The Away End . 17 April 2022 . New Delhi . 14 November 2023 . https://web.archive.org/web/20231114075633/https://theawayend.co/football-delhi-womens-league/ .

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