Alif Is RI's Serial Final Decider

He scores winner in B Div boys' hockey final against Saints, just like in 2023

- Melvyn Teoh

The Raffles Institution boys' hockey team were left shell-shocked during the fourth period of their B Division final when they squandered a three-goal lead to St Andrew's Secondary School on April 17.

But just like he did in the C Division final in 2023 – when they beat Seng Kang Secondary 2-1 – left-winger Alif Ayden Aidil Sharil popped up to score the winner as RI edged out the Saints 4-3 at the Sengkang Hockey Stadium.

"I'm grateful for this opportunity to score two goals in the final," said the 14-year-old.

"Two years ago, I scored the winning goal, but to do it again is even more special.

"It's a feeling I can't describe with words. It's very, very special to me. When I looked at the scoreboard and when the time hit zero, I was jumping for joy. I feel really grateful to have a good team to back me up."

RI coach Ahmad Bakri attributed the win to the strong mentality of his players.