From Advice to Achievement: A National Hockey Player and Coach’s Journey
Kaya: From Student Athlete to National Hockey Team Coach
Kaya has come a long way since he first picked up a hockey stick 20 years ago. It all started in secondary school, under the guidance of his physical education teacher, Havva Satı Cingara. Fast forward to today, Kaya has not only become a national team athlete but is also making strides as a coach for Turkey’s U15, U16, and Women’s National Hockey Teams.
After graduating from Gaziantep University’s Faculty of Sports Sciences, Kaya has been teaching physical education at a private school for the past 7 years. In addition to his teaching responsibilities, Kaya continues to play for the Kutlubey Schools Amasya Youth and Sports Club Hockey Team. He and his team are gearing up to participate in the Men’s Indoor Hockey Super League competitions, which will take place in Amasya between December 24th and 28th.
But Kaya’s dedication to the sport goes beyond playing and coaching. He is passionate about inspiring the next generation to love hockey as much as he does. Kaya emphasizes the importance of nurturing young talent and fostering a love for sports in children. He sees his role as not just a national team athlete, but also as a coach who can guide and train future national team athletes for the country.
Kaya’s journey from a student athlete to a national team coach is a testament to his unwavering commitment to the sport of hockey. His goal is to continue making a positive impact on the sport and the lives of young athletes, and he is determined to give his best to achieve this.
