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- The announcement was made following the league’s player auction held in Noida, where the Ayodhya Super Kings also selected Jasjodh Singh, a promising player from Jaura village in Bhogpur, Jalandhar—further boosting the district’s representation in the upcoming championship.
- Amritpal Singh, a 36-year-old volleyball coach from Jalandhar, has been appointed head coach of the Ayodhya Super Kings, one of the eight franchises set to compete in the inaugural Uttar Pradesh Pro Volleyball League.
- With the Ayodhya Super Kings gearing up for a promising debut under his leadership, Amritpal’s story stands as a powerful testament to resilience, dedication, and the transformative power of sport.
Amritpal Singh, a 36-year-old volleyball coach from Jalandhar, has been appointed head coach of the Ayodhya Super Kings, one of the eight franchises set to compete in the inaugural Uttar Pradesh Pro Volleyball League. The much-awaited tournament is scheduled to begin on August 5 and will run until August 19.
The announcement was made following the league’s player auction held in Noida, where the Ayodhya Super Kings also selected Jasjodh Singh, a promising player from Jaura village in Bhogpur, Jalandhar—further boosting the district’s representation in the upcoming championship.
Each franchise will field a squad of 15 players, including nine from Uttar Pradesh, five from other Indian states, and one designated sports icon. The format aims to strike a balance between homegrown talent and experienced athletes from across the country.
Amritpal Singh is currently in Orissa, assisting at a national coaching camp for the 32nd World University Games, set to take place in Berlin later this year. Alongside his current assignment, he also serves as the assistant coach of India’s senior men’s volleyball team, which recently trained in Bangalore for the CAVA Men’s Nations League.
Hailing from a family steeped in volleyball heritage—his father being a former international player—Amritpal began training in the sport at the age of 10. He quickly rose through the ranks, shining in school, district, and state-level tournaments. A distinguished libero, he competed in multiple senior national championships and was frequently honoured for his defensive prowess.
However, a knee injury in 2013 brought his playing career to an abrupt end. Refusing to step away from the sport, Amritpal shifted his focus to coaching. He pursued formal training at the National Institute of Sports in Bangalore, where he graduated with top honours, earning a gold medal. His commitment and excellence soon led to his certification as India’s youngest FIVB Level 3 coach—a prestigious title in international volleyball coaching.
Beyond coaching, Amritpal also serves as the nodal officer for volleyball in Punjab, a role that has seen him lead infrastructure upgrades such as the implementation of PU flooring at volleyball courts across multiple districts.
Reflecting on his journey, Amritpal remains deeply grateful to the sport that has shaped his life. “Whatever I am today is because of volleyball,” he said. “The achievements, status, recognition, admiration and love—I owe it all to the game. It is my life.”
With the Ayodhya Super Kings gearing up for a promising debut under his leadership, Amritpal’s story stands as a powerful testament to resilience, dedication, and the transformative power of sport.
