Peter Paul Fernandes Explained

Peter Paul Fernandes M.B.E (15 September 1916  - 24 January 1981)[1] was an Indian field hockey player who competed at the 1936 Summer Olympics in Berlin, Germany.[2] His selection made him the first Goan to represent India in hockey at the Olympics.[3] He attended Saint Patrick's High School, Karachi.[4] He also played in nine first-class cricket matches.[5]

Playing career

He played with the Karachi Goan Association team.[3] His playing position was forward.[6]

External links

Notes and References

  1. http://www.databaseolympics.com/players/playerpage.htm?ilkid=FERNAPET01 Peter Fernandes
  2. http://olympics.about.com/lw/Sports-Recreation/Amateur-sports/Mens-Field-Hockey.htm Field Hockey
  3. http://karachigoans.com/kga/about-us-gymkhana.html About us
  4. http://www.dawn.com/2011/05/01/service-to-god-and-country.html Dawn May 1, 2011
  5. Web site: Olympians Who Played First-Class Cricket . Olympedia . 28 July 2020.
  6. http://www.bharatiyahockey.org/granthalaya/goal/1936/page4.htm Goal