Is the dice loaded against 'star' coaches when they join Asian teams?

The Hockey Insider


India's coach Roelant Wouterthe Oltmans (R) looks on during the men's quarterfinal field hockey Belgium vs India match of the Rio 2016 Olympics Games at the Olympic Hockey Centre in Rio de Janeiro on August 14, 2016. (Photo by MANAN VATSYAYANA / AFP)

They come with almost impeccable credentials. Some have already proved themselves as world beaters both as players and coaches, others have guided their teams to the biggest prizes in hockey. Despite the abundance of talent in Asia from which they feel privileged to pick their squads, these star coaches often find the going tough once in the hot seat. That is the growing impression, so much so that some Asian teams now think twice before hiring these "star" coaches.