Mervyn Fernandis

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Mervyn Fernandis (born 12 April 1959) is a former Indian hockey player. Mervyn played for the famous Indian Airlines hockey team in the 1970s.[1] His name become synonymous with Indian hockey. He was a consistent performer for the Indian team. Mervyn with his body-serve and excellent finish was an exceptional forward. He was part of the Indian hockey team that won the gold medal in 1980 Summer Olympics at Moscow.[2]

Born (1959-04-12) 12 April 1959 (age 66)
Ambernath
Height 5 ft 7 in (170 cm)
Playing position Inside Right
Years Team
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Mervyn Fernandis
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Born (1959-04-12) 12 April 1959 (age 66)
Ambernath
Height 5 ft 7 in (170 cm)
Playing position Inside Right
Senior career
Years Team
Indian Airlines
National team
Years Team Caps Goals
India
Medal record
Men's Field Hockey
Representing  India
Olympic Games
Gold medal – first place1980 Moscow
Asian Games
Silver medal – second place1978 BangkokTeam
Silver medal – second place1982 DelhiTeam
Champions Trophy
Bronze medal – third place1982 Amstelveen
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His father, Joe Fernandes, was the coach in P.M.M Inner wheel school (Ambernath) for a very long period of time before retiring few years ago due to old age.

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