Pakistan has made history in ice hockey by winning its first-ever international title, securing the LATAM Cup Division III crown in the United States.
The men’s team dominated the final with a 6–1 victory over Peru, completing the tournament unbeaten. Meanwhile, the women’s side, making its debut, impressed by earning a bronze medal in Division II.
For a country where ice hockey is still developing, these achievements are seen as extraordinary. After managing just one win in their debut LATAM Cup last year, the men’s team returned stronger, recording five straight victories before sealing the championship with their emphatic final performance.
Head coach Kameron Sabir, a Canadian physician from Edmonton, hailed the accomplishment as a proud moment for both the men’s and women’s squads. He described it as “an amazing day for the country and ice hockey,” praising the women’s team for their bronze despite competing with only 10–12 players.
This year’s LATAM Cup hosted over 62 teams from 17 countries and territories, making Pakistan’s triumph even more significant. Analysts have called it a landmark achievement for the sport in the country.
Officials believe this success will give ice hockey in Pakistan a much-needed boost, encouraging investment in proper rinks and infrastructure that could pave the way for international tournaments and even Olympic qualification.
For now, Pakistan’s breakthrough title, achieved in only their second year of competing, has been celebrated as a historic milestone—one that fans hope will inspire a new generation of athletes to take to the ice.
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