Ammanda Vasu Uthaiah

Ammanda Vasu Uthaiah, an eminent Kodava and distinguished sportsperson hailing from Kodagu, has left an indelible mark on the field of hockey. With over two decades of passionate representation at both state and national levels, Uthaiah has become a symbol of excellence in the sport. His remarkable skill and unwavering dedication have not only brought glory to his name but have also inspired countless aspiring athletes. As a leader on the field, Uthaiah’s achievements serve as a testament to the prowess and determination of Kodava athletes, further cementing his legacy as a true icon in the world of sports.

Parents 

Father

Ammanda Subbaiah 

Mother

Anmanda Chondavva  ( Thamane : Koothanda )

Spouse

Savithri ( Thamane : Katumaniyanda )

Children

Son : Ammanda Subbaiah
Daughter : Palecanda Liviya Chinnappa

Birth

22.09.1942

Career          

• Joined Indian Army  in the year 1961 & served for 16 years till 1977

ACHIE VEMENTS

• Part of Indian Army Hockey Team for 16 years  ( MEG & Services )
• Represented MEG & Services in National Hockey Championships for 9 times
• Represented India in Asian Games held at Bangkok in the year 1970-71 & won the Silver Medal.
• Represented India in Hockey test Matches held at Kenya .Greater Britain. Singapore , Pakistan, Thailand , Srilanka in the year 1969 , 1970 & 1974
• Participated in the Olympics Hockey Camp held in the year 1976
• Represented Mysore State in National Hockey Championship for 5 years in 1969,1971,1972,1978
•  Participated in South .zone Hockey Championships for 2 years  1978 & 1979
• Captained Karnataka Hockey Team 2 times .

AWARDS

• Silver Medallist in Asian Games 1970
• Achieved Natioual Award. for representing National Hockey Team in the year 1976
• Life Time Player awarded by MEG for the Life time achievement in the field of Hockey.
• Meritorious achievement in the field of Hockey awarded by Services
• Achieved State Award from Mysore State Sports Council in the Year 1972
• Awarded as Outstanding Sportsman of the year by Govenunent of Karnataka .
• Awarded by Many State level & National level institutions for the un-tired sportsmanship in the field of Hockey Game.